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Mississippi Stories: Sandra Shelson
Mississippi Stories: Sandra Shelson
In this episode of Mississippi Stories, Mississippi Today Editor-At-Large Marshall Ramsey sits down with Sandra Shelson, head of The Partnership for a Healthy Mississippi. Shelson, who grew up in Jackson, began her career as a lawyer but transitioned from traditional law to prevention efforts to help kids.
The Partnership has been a national leader in tobacco prevention since its inception in 1998, developing interactive educational and training programs for youth and adults that focus on long-term behavioral and cultural change. Twenty years after the settlement, tobacco prevalence among middle and high school students has dropped significantly. Lessons learned from tobacco prevention are now being applied to the childhood obesity epidemic in Mississippi, as they continue to work with their partners to improve health outcomes for all Mississippians.
This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.
SUMMARY: A cold front is moving into Columbus, Mississippi, bringing thunderstorms and the potential for severe weather. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 11pm, with damaging winds, large hail, and even the possibility of an isolated tornado. Once the front passes, a change in the air mass will result in cooler and less humid weather for Friday and the weekend. Temperatures will drop and dew points will decrease, with highs near 80°F. The comfortable weather will persist into the weekend, with rain returning to the forecast on Monday. Overall, expect cooler temperatures and a brief break from the warm and muggy conditions.
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SUMMARY: Jackson, Mississippi is undergoing multiple projects to revitalize the downtown area as part of Economic Development Week. The city received nearly $5 million in funding for renovations, with an emphasis on improving Union Station. The Executive Director of the Jackson Redevelopment Authority, Christopher Pike, expressed the intent to attract more people to Downtown Jackson through these upgrades. The renovations will include system upgrades, lighting fixtures, energy efficiency improvements, painting, landscaping, and accessibility improvements. A community meeting is scheduled at Union Station on May 9 to discuss the progress and plans for the revitalization project.
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SUMMARY: Residents in the Jackson-metro area are preparing for severe weather approaching Central Mississippi. The region is at a slight or enhanced risk for severe weather Thursday night. Officials recommend having a disaster supply kit with basic items like batteries, flashlights, maps, and a first aid kit. Neighbors are urged to stay alert and pay attention to weather warnings and alerts. In storm-battered areas, a boy was swept into a drain and is fighting for his life. Stay updated with Storm Team 12 forecast for updates on the severe weather situation.
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