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Southern Pine Electric to start rounding up customers' bills as donations

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3 weeks ago

August 30, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-08-30 00:37:13

SUMMARY: Starting October 1st, Southern Pine Electric customers will see their bills rounded up to the nearest dollar, with the extra cents donated to local nonprofits. This initiative aligns with Southern Pine’s mission to enhance community life. Customers can opt out, but those who participate will contribute to a trust fund, managed through a partnership with the Pine Belt Foundation, which will award grants to eligible charities twice a year. Nonprofits can receive up to $10,000 to support their missions. Southern Pine aims to distribute hundreds of thousands annually to enhance rural communities across its service area.

Southern Pine Electric to start rounding up customers’ bills as donations.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 13:29:24

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Interview: Grammy Museum in Mississippi displaying Taylor Swift exhibit

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 12:43:05

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The Grammy Museum in Cleveland, Mississippi, is displaying a Taylor Swift exhibit.

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Columbus mayor not seeking re-election

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 12:42:32

SUMMARY: Columbus Mayor Keith Gasin announced he will not seek reelection, revealing his decision during a press conference at City Hall. Gasin, who was elected in 2021, endorsed Darren Leech, a pastor at Genesis Church and member of the Memphis Town Community Action Group focused on redeveloping the old Kerr McGee plant. Gasin, who took a two-week health break in August, stated he made the decision to step down before that break.