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Potential for Catastrophic Flooding as Helene Moves Inland

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26 mins ago

September 26, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-26 15:03:56

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen’s impact is expected to extend well inland, potentially causing catastrophic flooding in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Asheville, North Carolina, recorded over 4 inches of rain on Wednesday, totaling more than 9 inches, with more rain anticipated. The saturated ground leaves little room for additional rain, raising concerns about river flooding, particularly in areas affected by the Swannanoa River’s past floods in 2004. The French Broad River is also under monitoring for flooding, while tropical storm-force winds may lead to power outages in Asheville as conditions worsen.

The Weather Channel Meteorologist Felicia Combs reports from Asheville, North Carolina where she says impacts from Hurricane Helene will reach far past the coast and well inland. It could be catastrophic flooding for places like Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Credit: The Weather Channel // Date: 9/26/2024

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Outdoor products manufacturer relocating to Tupelo

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Outdoor products manufacturer relocating to Tupelo

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3 hours ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-26 12:48:11

SUMMARY: XL Outdoors, an outdoor recreation and military products company, is relocating its warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to Tupelo, Mississippi. The new facility will occupy the old Phillips plant on Green Street and is expected to create at least 40 jobs. The Mississippi Development Authority confirms that hiring will begin immediately. For more information about the company, visit wtva.com.

An outdoors company is relocating its warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to Tupelo.

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Interview: Booneville library providing free personal hygiene products

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3 hours ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-26 12:47:26

SUMMARY: The George E. Allen Library in Boonville is launching a community outreach program called the “Beacon” to distribute personal hygiene products for free. Sandy Donahue, a librarian, explained that the initiative arose from a grant opportunity and aims to assist struggling community members, including the homeless, without requiring them to qualify or answer questions. The program will not be held at the library but in the parking lot of local businessman Tommy Burus, with the first distribution event scheduled for Saturday, and plans for weekly events to ensure accessibility for those in need.

The library in Booneville is hosting two events at which it’ll provide free basic personal hygiene products.

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Hardee's Friday Night Football Forecast 9/26

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3 hours ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-09-26 12:30:47

SUMMARY: Tomorrow evening marks the return of football, and our tailgate forecast at WT, sponsored by Hardies, looks promising. The temperature will start at 78 degrees for the game at University Charter School, dropping to 73 degrees at kickoff. West Lauderdale’s game against Philadelphia will also have a pleasant forecast, with kickoff at 74 degrees and halftime at 70 degrees. Fans may want to bring a jacket as it will get a bit chilly. Enjoy the games and the festivities!