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Pressing Charges in Domestic Abuse Cases

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June 27, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Shawanda Jones – 2024-06-27 19:31:37

SUMMARY: In the Golden Triangle Region of Mississippi, domestic violence statistics reveal that a woman is assaulted every 9 seconds, with 80-90% of victims recanting or dropping charges. Local law professionals discuss the manipulation of victims by perpetrators and clarify the distinction between misdemeanor and felony domestic violence charges. Assistant District Attorney Trina Davidson emphasizes that decisions are made based on facts, not victims' emotions. Starkville attorney Jeff Hosford urges victims to seek help for themselves and their children. Resources such as Safe Haven and S.A.F.E., Inc. offer emergency shelters, counseling, and other supportive services in the area.

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Huge Saharan dust plume reaches parts of US

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2 hours ago

June 30, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Rich Segal – 2024-06-30 10:07:42

SUMMARY: A significant plume of Saharan dust is crossing the Atlantic, impacting parts of the U.S. ahead of July 4. Initially affecting Florida, the dust is expected to reach Texas and other Gulf states by Monday. Saharan dust, originating from the Sahara Desert, travels westward via Trade Winds, creating less favorable conditions for tropical cyclones and lowering humidity. While it blocks sunlight and affects air quality, the dust also delivers essential minerals to ecosystems. To mitigate its negative health impacts, people should stay indoors, use masks, and employ HEPA filters. Such dust events often result in striking sunrises and sunsets.

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Ole Miss athletes McKenzie Long, Raven Saunders earn spots in 2024 Paris Olympics

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2 hours ago

June 30, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-06-30 10:01:48

SUMMARY: Ole Miss track & field NCAA Champions McKenzie Long (women's 200-meter dash) and Raven Saunders (women's shot put) have qualified for the Paris Olympic Games. They secured their spots during the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials on June 29. Long finished third in the 200-meter final with a time of 21.91, becoming the first woman in Ole Miss history to qualify for the Olympics in a running event. Saunders, with a season-best shot put of 19.90m, also secured her place. This is Saunders' third Olympic appearance, having previously competed in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2021.

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Man sentenced for Adams County church burglary

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2 hours ago

June 30, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-06-30 09:41:40

SUMMARY: Mark Sturdivant, 37, pled guilty to a church burglary in Adams County, Mississippi, receiving a 14-year sentence from the Mississippi Department of Corrections. The burglary occurred on June 7, 2022, at Washington Baptist Church, where Sturdivant and accomplice Kevin Paul Martin stole three televisions. Sturdivant was apprehended at the Red Carpet Inn in Natchez, following a tip, while he was hiding under a bed. The arrest and sentencing were reported by the Natchez Democrat and other sources.

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