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Plan for returning Amtrak service to Gulf Coast could be derailed by Alabama city leaders

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4 months ago

June 26, 2024

www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-06-26 09:36:57

SUMMARY: Amid plans to reestablish Amtrak train service to Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana for the first time since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Mobile, Alabama, faces significant challenges. The proposed route includes stops in Mississippi and aims to connect Mobile to New Orleans. However, much of the project‘s funding relies on subsidies from the governments of these states, with a significant portion expected from Mobile. City council members are uncertain, with Councilman Josh Woods, Ben Reynolds, and Joel Daves expressing reservations. For the plan to proceed, approval from five of the seven city council members is required, casting doubt on the project’s future.

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Danver’s celebrates forty seven years of continued success

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14 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-11-01 19:01:00

SUMMARY: Danver’s restaurant in Tupelo, Mississippi, recently celebrated its 47th anniversary, maintaining a loyal customer base since its opening in 1977. General Manager Larry Wade, who started as a cook, emphasized the restaurant’s focus on consistency, quality, and customer service. Despite economic challenges, Danver’s has thrived due to its enduring values and community connections, which patrons appreciate. Regular customers, like Tom Robinson, value the reasonable prices and consistent quality. The restaurant aims to continue this legacy, looking forward to its 50th anniversary in three years as it remains a cherished community staple.

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Creator Studio at MUW expands opportunities for students

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14 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-11-01 18:57:00

SUMMARY: The new Creator Studio at the Mississippi University for Women aims to enhance student creativity by providing a dedicated space for video production, podcasting, and audio work. Located in Fant Memorial Library, the studio offers essential equipment and software, including lighting, microphones, and green screens. Dr. Bary Smith emphasizes that it enables students from various majors to bring their ideas to life without the burden of investing in expensive gear. Students can reserve the studio for projects, fostering valuable skills applicable across industries, particularly in effective communication and branding. Reservations can be made online or through the library.

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New month same temperatures

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15 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-11-01 17:33:00

SUMMARY: COLUMBUS, Mississippi will experience a return to warmer weather after a brief dip, with highs in the 80s over the next few days. Friday night will be humid, dropping to the low 60s, with possible patchy fog. Saturday will be mostly cloudy but rain chances are reduced, while Sunday will see a mix of clouds and sunshine, with lows in the 60s. Next week starts dry with temperatures in the upper 70s to middle 80s; however, scattered showers are possible on Election Day Tuesday, so residents should prepare with rain gear.

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