www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 22:56:57

SUMMARY: Two people died in a bus accident on Highway 98 in Pike County, as reported by the Mississippi Highway Patrol. The incident occurred Thursday evening around 5:30 PM when a bus belonging to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, traveling westbound, collided with a red Ford Ranger. Investigators confirmed that the two individuals in the Ranger did not survive the crash.

two killed in a deadly bus crash in pike county

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 22:47:43

SUMMARY: Jackson Water customers recently received letters regarding water quality, leading to concerns about lead content. The utility agency reported that their supply didn’t meet specific parameters set under the Lead Copper Rule. However, they clarified that this doesn’t mean customers are drinking lead. Jackson Water insists they comply with standards and conduct sampling in individual homes. They emphasize transparency, inviting customers to reach out with any questions. Continued notices will be issued if future issues arise, reminding residents that exposure to lead may occur through certain plumbing systems.

JXN Water sends letter to customers about drinking water standard violation

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 21:59:51

JSU, Alcorn State and MVSU women’s basketball teams are gearing up another season. JSU has a new head coach in Margaret Richards who takes over a Tigers program that has been dominant in the SWAC. Alcorn State returns key players to a team that made a run to the SWAC Championship and they’re out to prove that last year wasn’t a fluke. MVSU is led by first team all preseason pick Sh’Diamond McKnight as they look to turn heads this year. Grambling was picked to win the league, JSU fourth and Alcorn State 7th in the preseason poll. Alcorn State’s Destiny Brown was picked as the Offensive Player of the Year while her teammate Zy’Nia White as a second team selection.

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