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Today's First Alert Weather Kid is Carter (9/25)
SUMMARY: Today‘s weather drawing, created by Carter, features dark, puffy rain clouds, heavy rainfall, and lightning, perfectly capturing the morning’s conditions in Mississippi and Alabama. This segment is part of the First Alert Weather Kids initiative, sponsored by local McDonald’s. Viewers are encouraged to submit their artwork under the “Color of the Weather” tab on the WT.com website for a chance to be featured. Stay tuned for more news and weather updates coming up after the break. Thank you, Carter, for your excellent representation of today’s weather!
Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Carter (9/25)
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Saltillo native and district attorney to fill vacancy on Mississippi Court of Appeals
SUMMARY: Breaking news: Local district attorney John Wed is leaving his position after being appointed by Governor Tate Reeves to serve on the state court of appeals, filling the vacancy left by retired Judge Jim Greenley. Wed has been the top prosecutor for the district covering Tupelo, Corinth, and Aberdeen since 2015, winning three elections to maintain his role. With Wed’s new appointment, Governor Reeves must now select a replacement to finish Wed’s term, which extends until 2028.
Saltillo native and district attorney to fill vacancy on Mississippi Court of Appeals
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15-year-old Carly Gregg convicted of murder, sentenced to life in prison
SUMMARY: Carly Gregg, a 15-year-old, was found guilty of murdering her mother, Ashley Smiley, attempting to murder her stepfather, Heath Smiley, and tampering with evidence after a two-hour deliberation. The jury sentenced her to life imprisonment without parole for the murder and attempted murder charges, along with an additional ten years for tampering. Gregg’s defense attorney stated that they made all possible efforts, including declining a 40-year plea deal. The state attorney emphasized that life imprisonment was appropriate despite her age. An appeal is expected to be filed within 40 days following the trial’s conclusion.
Carly Gregg, 15, will spend the rest of her life in prison after a Rankin County jury convicted her of killing her mother and shooting her stepfather.
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Apalachicola, FL Could See 50 to 90 miles per hour Winds, Gusts to 110 as Helene Nears
SUMMARY: In preparation for Hurricane Helen, residents of Apalachicola are taking precautions, including boarding up windows as the storm approaches. Predicted sustained winds are expected to reach 50 to 90 mph, with gusts up to 110 mph, raising concerns about severe weather impacts. Storm surge poses a significant threat, potentially reaching 10 feet, which could inundate properties situated just above water level. While many residents are concerned, the majority of the population lives a few feet from the water, with critical access points being the bridges to Barrier Islands. Landfall is expected to occur tomorrow evening.
The Weather Channel Meteorologist Paul Goodloe reports from Apalachicola, Florida where he says people are still preparing in advance for Helene, which is predicted to be a major hurricane. He said that the area could see sustained winds, 50 to 90 miles per hour, gusts to 110. Credit: The Weather Channel // Date: 9/25/2024
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