www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-08 14:05:21

SUMMARY: “Forks and Corks,” an annual restaurant competition and wine-tasting event in Starkville, is fast approaching. The event supports low-cost arts education for children and is organized by the Starkville Area Arts Council (SAAC). Program Coordinator Juliet Reed explains that SAAC, a local nonprofit active for over 25 years, offers free or low-cost arts programming for all ages, including the Cotton District Arts Festival. This year's fundraiser, set for July 27th at the newly renovated State Theater, features a '90s back-to-school theme. With a goal to raise $20,000, proceeds will fund arts education programs like Art Partners and Art in the Park.

Forks & Corks is a fundraiser for the Starkville Area Arts Council.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-08 13:47:36

SUMMARY: The “Downtown at Sundown” is a free summer concert series organized by the Starkville Downtown Main Street Association and Starkville Properties. According to Paige Watson, the director of Starkville Main Street, the last concert of the series will be held this Thursday from 7 to 9 PM at Fire Station Park. The headliner is Jennifer Jeff, a local artist who gained fame on American Idol. The event features food trucks, drinks for sale, and a welcoming community vibe. The series aims to bring together a diverse audience, from children to the elderly, fostering community spirit.

The concert is free and open to the public. It'll be at Fire Station Park from 7-9 p.m.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-08 13:47:17

SUMMARY: Four people died in highway crashes during the Fourth of July holiday travel period, according to state troopers. None of the fatalities occurred in the local viewing area. Troopers reported 141 crashes leading to 45 injuries and four deaths. The fatal accidents happened in Pearl River County, Scott County, Sunflower County, and Pike County.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) investigated four fatal crashes during the Independence Day holiday weekend.

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