www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-03 23:19:43

SUMMARY: The River Avenue Bridge project, expected to be completed today, has seen progress but faces another delay due to difficulties with guard rail pouring. Construction company TL Wallace has fixed the issue, with crews now working on finishing the bridge's deck. Sidewalk sections have been poured and overhang forms removed. Next steps include grading, SE area work, and finishing the bridge deck. No completion date is given, with grinding needed determining the time required. A small portion of South Main Street will remain closed for two to three months after the bridge opens. Progress updates are available on the Forest County Board of Supervisors' Facebook page.

River Bridge nearing completion.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-03 19:57:41

SUMMARY: Medgar Evers, a civil rights leader from Mississippi, was recently awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor a civilian can receive. Evers, a native of Newton County, served in World War II and fought tirelessly for equal rights. He was the state's first field secretary for the NAACP, organizing protests and boycotts, including the Talo 9 sit-in in downtown Jackson. Evers paved the way for the NAACP by getting members involved and dedicated his life to the fight for civil rights. His dedication and legacy continue to inspire activists today. Evers is the 10th Mississippian to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

It's the highest honor a civilian can receive, along with serving in World War 2, Evers fought tirelessly for equal rights.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-03 19:57:30

SUMMARY: The weather forecast indicates that rain showers will continue into the evening hours due to an upper level disturbance, with heavy rain expected in certain areas. Temperatures are in the mid-70s, dropping due to the rain. The rain is expected to taper off overnight, with lows in the lower 60s. Showers may return overnight but will clear up by the weekend. Highs will be in the mid-60s on Saturday with possible showers in the afternoon. Temperatures will rise into the mid to upper 80s on Sunday, with more rain and possible thunderstorms. Record-breaking temperatures in the 90s are predicted for the middle of next week.

News 11 at 5

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