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Thousands of pounds of food donated during Pack the Pickup event

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1 year ago

November 30, 2023

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2023-11-30 10:29:34

SUMMARY: Tonight’s results at 10:00 PM reveal the success of the annual pack the pickup food drive at the Cadence B arena in Downtown Tupelo. Over 10 pickup trucks and more than 14,000 lbs of food were collected for local food banks, along with over $9,000 in donations. Toyota Mississippi also made a generous $7,500 contribution to support the hunger Coalition of Northeast Mississippi. The community’s support for those facing food insecurities was evident, with many coming forward to donate. Partners such as Dosa big four and Food Giant, as well as generous individuals, made this event a success. Contributions can still be made by texting the word pickup to 443 anytime.

More than 15,000 pounds of food and ten pickups were filled with food for area food pantries

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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado's First Alert Weather Forecast 4/2/25

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5 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-04-02 12:45:44

SUMMARY: Good morning, Meridian! Today’s weather is warm and cloudy, with temperatures in the low 70s, and a chance of isolated showers this morning. Expect highs in the mid to upper 80s later, alongside windy conditions with gusts up to 45 mph; a wind advisory is in effect. Tomorrow morning may also bring showers, but it won’t be a total washout. This weekend, anticipate increased rainfall and the possibility of severe thunderstorms Saturday night into Sunday morning, with a 30% chance for severe weather. Stay tuned for updates from your First Alert weather team.

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Wellness Wednesday: Link between tech and health

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8 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-04-02 09:54:18

SUMMARY: In a recent “Wellness Wednesday” segment, Dr. Quinn discusses the impact of technology on health. He highlights both benefits, such as increased access to health information, and drawbacks, including reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep patterns due to screen exposure. Dr. Quinn observes that technology often distracts users, leading to time loss and decreased engagement in daily activities. He suggests a technology detox, advocating for 24-hour breaks from social media to foster mental well-being. Additionally, he notes that prolonged screen time can cause eye strain and reduce active learning opportunities, particularly among students using AI for schoolwork.

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Election results are trickling in

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22 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-04-01 20:07:26

SUMMARY: Election results are beginning to emerge from municipal primary elections across the region. In Brandon, early results indicate a close race between incumbent Mayor Butch Lee and State Representative Fred Shanks. Voting machines are speeding up the tallying process. In Flowood, the mayoral contest between Kathy Smith and Greg Wilcox requires hand counting, leading to a longer wait for results. Meanwhile, in Jackson, votes are being counted for significant races, including a crowded mayoral election with 12 Democratic and 3 Republican candidates. Updates will continue throughout the night as results come in.