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Volunteers in Macon host turkey giveaway for holiday season

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8 months ago

November 13, 2023

www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2023-11-13 18:27:08

SUMMARY: In Noxubee County, Miss., volunteers, including State Senator Rod Hickman and Shared Health Insurance, distributed 300 free turkeys and sweet potatoes to local residents ahead of Thanksgiving. People queued in their cars at the Macon Civic Center to receive the holiday staple. This giveaway, aimed at addressing food insecurity, is part of a larger effort to support communities affected by recent adversities. Latonya Lyles, a Sales Manager for Shared Health, expressed the drive as a method to introduce the company to the community and to give back during the festive season. Shared Health plans to organize more turkey giveaways before Thanksgiving.

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Fourth of July events bring people together this weekend

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July 5, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-07-05 19:07:53

SUMMARY: This Fourth of July weekend in the Golden Triangle Region of Mississippi features several events and reunions, including the 19th annual Southside Blues Festival in Columbus. Ward 1 Councilwoman Ethel Stewart notes the festival provides a venue for families to enhance their holiday gatherings. Co-creator Jeff Smith shares that the event was started to offer something enjoyable for returning families. Additionally, the Oktibbeha County Training School reunion in Starkville and the Hunt High School First Historic Reunion are also taking place, aiming to bring the community together and raise scholarship funds. These events foster communal bonding and celebration.

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HSFT Stop #5: TCPS

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7 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Ybarra – 2024-07-05 17:33:45

SUMMARY: TCPS football had an 8-4 season, returning to the playoffs after a 2022 ban. They defeated Coffeeville but lost to Vardaman. Senior linebacker James Thomas said the loss motivates the team. This year, they will rely on underclassmen, with head coach Brad Kimberlin noting the need for sophomores and possibly freshmen. Senior QB Jeb Brown, mentored by last year's starter Brewer Bailey, will lead the team. Kimberlin emphasized offseason work's importance. TCPS's season opener is against East Union on Aug. 30.

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Rain less likely for weekend, builds next week

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July 5, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-07-05 17:25:11

SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, showers and thunderstorms are expected to persist Friday evening but will become isolated through the weekend. Friday night will see temperatures drop into the mid-70s. A weak front on Saturday may bring drier air, with temperatures in the lower 90s. By Sunday evening, a couple of showers are possible as moisture returns. Next week will see heavier rain and storms, especially in the early part of the week, with daily highs in the low to mid-90s, except for Wednesday, which will be cooler with highs in the mid to upper 80s.

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