www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-10-28 12:13:09

SUMMARY: A recent report by the Mississippi state auditor highlighted millions in misspent funds across 13 state agencies, including the Department of Education and Medicaid. Project Momentum identified potential fiscal savings of over $335 million, aiming to enhance government efficiency by eliminating unnecessary services. Auditor Shad White emphasized the importance of learning from national experts on identifying waste in agencies. His office plans to adopt these methodologies over the next few years to further scrutinize various state agencies, eventually including smaller ones like institutions of higher learning to improve financial accountability and management in Mississippi.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-28 10:03:28

SUMMARY: Fulton Pharmacy hosted a drug take-back event, allowing residents to return expired or unnecessary prescriptions and over-the-counter medications to the Family Pharmacy. Attended by two officers and a DEA agent, the event aimed to educate the community on the importance of properly disposing of medications, rather than flushing them down the drain or toilet. One officer emphasized that prescription drugs, often overlooked in discussions about drug abuse, can be just as dangerous as illegal narcotics. However, the event did not accept any needles. This initiative helps prevent medications from falling into the wrong hands.

Fulton Family Pharmacy had a Drug Takeback Day to help people get rid of unwanted or expired medication.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-28 10:03:04

SUMMARY: A woman, Desiree Owens, died in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 20 in Hines County, Mississippi, around noon on Wednesday. Her husband, William Owens, was riding a 2022 Harley-Davidson when the motorcycle veered off the road and struck a cable barrier near mile marker 28. Desiree was pronounced dead at the scene, while William was transported to UMMC with unspecified injuries. The couple was reportedly from Redwood, Mississippi. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.

One dead, another severely injured in a Wednesday motorcycle crash in Hinds County after motorcycle hit the cable barrier.

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