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Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway continues to be a vital part the region’s economy

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www.wcbi.com – Rosalyn Freeman – 2023-10-07 19:47:42

SUMMARY: The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway has been a significant asset for industries in the area for years. It provides a cost-effective route for goods to travel, with one barge holding the equivalent of 70 semi trucks. The federal invested billions of dollars in building part of the waterway over 50 years ago, and it has paid off economically. For example, Steel Dynamics brings scrap steel in through the port of Mobile and offloads it in Columbus, Mississippi, creating steel and coal products that are sold throughout the southeast. The waterway has also created employment opportunities and attracted businesses to the area.

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Pleasant weather continues for Sunday with the heat returning next week – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – McKinley Dean – 2024-09-07 18:10:46

SUMMARY: COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Pleasant conditions will persist through the , with cooler mornings and clear skies expected for Sunday. A cold front has brought breezy conditions and temperatures dropping to the mid-50s overnight. Sunday promises a cool start in the mid-50s and highs in the low to mid-80s, ideal for outdoor activities. Looking ahead to next , temperatures will rise back into the 90s, with dry conditions in the first half and increasing rain chances later in the week. Enjoy the sunny weather while it lasts!

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Updates on worker who died in industrial accident

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-09-07 16:42:01

SUMMARY: Charles McBrayer, a 63-year-old worker from Guntown, died from severe chest trauma an industrial at TAG Trucking in , Mississippi. The incident occurred on Friday morning, and McBrayer was subsequently taken to North Mississippi Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green confirmed his identity and cause of .

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Jackson police arrest man accused of killing mother

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-07 16:39:31

SUMMARY: Jerry , 42, has been in , Mississippi, for the murder of his mother, 63-year-old Louise Banks Tornes. The incident occurred on September 4, with authorities responding to reports of an assault at their residence on Carver Street. Louise died from blunt force trauma. the attack, Jerry allegedly attempted to assault other members before fleeing the scene. He was apprehended on September 7 and faces charges of murder, burglary of an occupied dwelling, and domestic aggravated assault. The Jackson Department encourages anyone with information to forward.

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