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Vaiden man pleads guilty to felony child abuse

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1 year ago

October 3, 2023

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2023-10-03 09:24:19

SUMMARY: A judge has sentenced Frederick Britton, a Vaden man, to 30 years in prison for felony child abuse. Britton pleaded guilty and will serve 15 years behind bars, with the remaining 15 years under post-release supervision. He was arrested in April 2022 after authorities conducted a welfare check at a residence in the Baden area. Investigators found evidence that Britton physically assaulted a young child, putting them in a dog cage and pouring scalding water on them.

A judge sentenced Frederick Britton to 30 years in prison for felony child abuse with 15 years to serve. The remaining 15 years will be spent under post release supervision.

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November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 16:19:34

SUMMARY: Keep Jackson Beautiful, a local nonprofit, is enhancing the city’s aesthetics through the expansion of its recycling program. At the Jackson Zoo, they unveiled a new recycling structure capable of holding 70,000 plastic bottles. Residents must bag their bottles before use and unlock the bin via a QR code on their mobile devices. The organization emphasizes that recyclables should not be considered trash. Since 2022, Keep Jackson Beautiful has successfully collected over 26,000 pounds of recyclable materials, encouraging community participation in maintaining the city’s beauty and promoting sustainable practices.

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Salvation Army kicks off 2024 holiday campaigns

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November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 15:56:26

SUMMARY: Major Timothy Delaney of the Salvation Army discusses this year’s Red Kettle campaign, a major fundraiser that supports the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope in Jackson. The campaign, which started earlier and ramps up this weekend, aims to raise $250,000 to help provide shelter, meals, and case management for the homeless. Delaney also highlights the Angel Tree program, which supports children and seniors in need by collecting gifts. Volunteers can sign up to be bell ringers at various locations, with opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved. More details are available at salvationarmyjackson.org.

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Interview: Grenada Nissan hosting toy drive on Nov. 16

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7 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-15 14:54:39

SUMMARY: Toys for Tots is hosting a toy drive to help children in need this Christmas. Brian Tedford of Toys for Tots and Michael Woods, general manager of Grenada Nissan, discuss their collaboration over the past six years. The drive supports children in Grenada, Montgomery, and Carroll Counties. Last year, they raised $4,300 and gathered 700 toys, with a goal to exceed that this year. Donations are being accepted at Grenada Nissan until 6 p.m. today and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa Claus will also be present for photos. Gratitude is extended to past supporters and participants.