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Stolen 19th century rifle returned to Mississippi Department of Archives and History
SUMMARY: A 19th century Mississippi rifle that was stolen while on loan at Beauvoir in Biloxi during the 1970s has been returned to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. The rifle, donated by the daughter of Charles H. Gibbs, was used by Gibbs in the Mexican-American War. FBI special agent Randolph Deaton expressed gratitude for the collaboration between law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, museum professionals, historians, and subject matter experts that led to the rifle's return. The rifle will be displayed alongside the cartridge case used by Gibbs in the war at the Museum of Mississippi.
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Pearl River Valley working to restore power near Bassfield
SUMMARY: Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association is still assessing storm damage after high winds hit the Pine Belt area on Monday. Over 10,000 members lost power, but crews have restored it to under 300. The bulk of outages are in the Bassfield area, with about 170 broken power poles. Crews are clearing debris to replace infrastructure. The recovery process has been lengthy, but they are hopeful to soon have everyone back up and running. Thanks to contract crews and linemen for their hard work. Crews will be working into the night to restore power.
Pearl River Valley working to restore power near Bassfield.
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National Weather Service checks out storm damage in Jefferson Davis County
SUMMARY: National Weather Service personnel were in Jefferson Davis County surveying damage from storms. Two EF1 tornadoes touched down in neighboring Lawrence County. They are assessing whether the damage was caused by a tornado or straight-line winds. They are looking for patterns in the direction of damage, such as trees falling in one direction or multiple directions. They are also examining if there are any corridors of different types of damage. Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and Jefferson Davis County Emergency Management office also inspected the damage. They are trying to decipher the tree patterns and damage locations to determine the cause of the destruction.
National Weather Service checks out storm damage in Jefferson Davis County.
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National Women's Health Week underway
SUMMARY: Dr. Andrea Carter emphasizes the importance of annual checkups for women, highlighting the need for regular pelvic and breast exams to detect diseases like cervical and ovarian cancer. She is concerned that many women are not taking their health seriously, possibly due to misinformation and myths about the frequency of checkups. Delaying checkups could result in missed opportunities for early detection and treatment of serious health issues. Annual exams can improve overall health and potentially save lives. It is crucial for women to prioritize their health and schedule regular appointments with their healthcare provider. Visit the website for more information on Women's Health Week and resources.
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