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Students given chance to read their writings aloud in Tupelo
SUMMARY: The winners of this year’s Gum Tree Youth Writing Competition read their work aloud today. Contest Coordinator Amy Wyatt mentioned that the writing competition has been ongoing for around 30 years and this is the second year collaborating with the Link Center. Students could write poetry or narratives, often focusing on family in lower grades and fiction based on personal importance in higher grades. Wyatt emphasized that everyone has a story to tell and writing is a wonderful way to express oneself. The students’ writings are published and available at the Gum Tree Museum of Art.
SUMMARY: In a jovial interview, a comedy legend expresses gratitude for the warm reception in the building and hyped up an upcoming performance at Johnny T’s. They discuss their journey, touching on their diverse background of being adopted in Mississippi and raised in a mixed-race family, which shaped their perspective on identity and love. The comedian plans to include local anecdotes in their act while reflecting on the success of “The Proud Family.” They emphasize the importance of giving and living with an open heart, enriched by life experiences. The interview captures their humor and wisdom, inviting audiences to enjoy the show.
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SUMMARY: As temperatures drop, it’s essential to stay warm, particularly with wind chill making it feel significantly colder. Currently, Meridian is at 33°F, yet feels like 24°F due to sustained winds of 10-15 mph. A cold weather advisory is in effect, with lows expected around 19°F, potentially breaking a record low of 21°F from 1958. Tomorrow, while brief warming into the upper 40s is anticipated, it will still feel colder due to wind chill. Expect gradual warming over the weekend, with highs reaching the upper 60s next week, but be cautious of the cold advisories and ensure proper heating methods at home.
2/20/25- Dangerous COLD follows us into Friday
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SUMMARY: Pleasant weather is expected before temperatures rise into the mid-70s on Saturday, accompanied by strong thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening. A level three out of five risk for severe weather remains, highlighting potential flooding, strong winds up to 45 mph, and tornado threats. The timing of the main storm line has shifted to around midnight, exiting the area by early Sunday morning. Rain predictions decreased to around an inch, but saturation remains high due to recent conditions. Following the storm, temperatures will drop into the 40s and 20s later in the week, signaling an unexpected cold snap. Stay weather-aware.
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