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Winner of 2024 The Pitch announced Monday evening

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5 months ago

June 18, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-06-18 09:23:26

SUMMARY: Tonight at 10, we announced the winner of this year’s The Pitch: congratulations to Alicia E., owner of Southern Laid Organic Farm. Alicia and her husband won a $4,000 prize and a spot in a 12-week business growth program after delivering a successful presentation. We spoke with the finalists about their experiences building new brands, emphasizing the confidence gained from engaging with potential supporters. Southern Laid aims to expand its well-established poultry and livestock business and provide community-focused educational workshops. The final standings included Coker Excavation in second place, Authentic Indian Supper Club in third, Affordable Catering Service in fourth, and Tupelo 360 in fifth.

The winner of the 2024 The Pitch competition was announced on Monday evening.

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McClean Fletcher Center

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November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-14 09:49:34

SUMMARY: The transcript discusses November as National Childhood Grief Awareness Month, highlighting the significant impact of grief on children, particularly in Mississippi. The state ranks third nationally in the number of children affected by the death of a parent or sibling. The center mentioned encourages listening, providing a safe space for children to express emotions, and facilitating discussions around their grief. Children engage in various activities, such as physical outlets and writing messages to their loved ones. Volunteers often experience personal healing through their work, underscoring the emotional complexity involved in supporting grieving children.

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Quilting and Crafting

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-14 09:45:35

SUMMARY: The speaker reflects on their crafting journey, starting in Pocahontas, Mississippi, where quilting was a childhood activity due to limited toys. During the pandemic, they revisited crochet and then quilting, producing over 30 quilts. They emphasize the importance of improvisation and following patterns, beginning with a simple nine-patch quilt. The speaker also mentions teaching others to quilt, believing talents are meant to be shared. They showcase various quilts, including a memory quilt made from T-shirts and a Shoofly quilt inspired by the Underground Railroad, and are actively involved in teaching quilt-making at their church, Kate Chappell Baptist Church.

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Possible arson in destruction of historic church in Monroe County

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-14 09:44:49

SUMMARY: Sheriff’s deputies in Monroe County are investigating new leads in the arson of the historic Old Harmony Church, which burned down on Friday night just before midnight. Volunteer firefighters from multiple departments were unable to save the structure. Sheriff Kevin Crook indicated that the fire was likely intentionally set, noting the absence of lightning storms and the possibility of human involvement, such as wire stripping or children’s play. Investigators have identified persons of interest and urge anyone with information to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department or Golden Triangle Crimestoppers to help solve the case.

Investigators are working to determine if someone intentionally set fire to a historic church in Monroe County.

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