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Stolen car examination by Police leads to weed bust in Columbus
SUMMARY: The search for a suspect involved in a Columbus school bus shooting led to an unintended discovery. Tips from the public directed police to a Southside area, where they found a vehicle matching the suspect’s. The car, reported stolen from Memphis, had a strong odor of marijuana, prompting a K-9 search. Officers found 3 pounds of marijuana and a large sum of cash. Although not the intended arrest, Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry warned lawbreakers that their actions would lead to uncomfortable situations. Mondrel Averheart of Columbus was arrested, though specific charges are not yet disclosed.
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SUMMARY: On November 19, a shooting in Columbus, Mississippi, during an after-school bus route left 10 students and a bus driver caught in the crossfire. The shooting occurred on the 1500 block of MLK, but no students were injured, although a bullet hit the bus tire. The driver safely stopped the bus without incident. Authorities are searching for Martez Meeks, the suspect, believed to be driving a dark-colored Dodge Charger. One person was injured in the shooting. The school district’s Assistant Superintendent emphasized the importance of crisis management plans to ensure student safety and reunification with parents.
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SUMMARY: Dr. Traveus Garth, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, Mississippi, has always aimed to help others rather than pursue a career in athletics. He developed an interest in body mechanics during high school and earned his Physical Therapy Assistant degree in 2016. After working at Noxubee County General Hospital, he completed his Doctorate at Hanover College this summer. Garth finds joy in assisting patients through their recovery from injuries, treating 8-14 patients daily. He encourages others to achieve their goals by emphasizing discipline, faith, and perseverance in their journeys.
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SUMMARY: Cold air and dry conditions are arriving in Columbus, Mississippi, with overnight lows dropping to the mid-30s. Tonight will be clear and dry, with tomorrow’s daytime temperatures in the low 50s, reaching the mid-60s under sunny skies. Thursday morning will be chilly, starting in the upper 30s, with highs around 60°F. Friday is expected to be the coldest day of the week, with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the low to mid-30s. The weekend will see Saturday morning temperatures in the low 30s, with wind chill making it feel even colder, but no precipitation is forecast.
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