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Starkville Strong organization aims to define homelessness within the city

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9 months ago

August 11, 2023

www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2023-08-11 18:47:17

SUMMARY: Starkville Strong, a nonprofit organization in Starkville, Mississippi, believes that the stigma surrounding homelessness is preventing many people from receiving financial and housing assistance. The federal government has a strict definition of homelessness, but the reality is much more complex. Many homeless individuals and families in rural areas do not fit the stereotype of living on the streets or in boxes. Starkville Strong provides alternative solutions and resources to those who do not meet the federal definition of homelessness. They aim to address the lack of affordable and available housing in the area and create a temporary housing village in the future.

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WCBI/MSU Storm Chase Day 4 Recap – Home – WCBI TV

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57 mins ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Isaac Williams – 2024-05-17 10:28:56

SUMMARY: A storm chase group traveled from Oklahoma City to Big Lake, TX and Midland/Odessa, encountering severe storms with potential baseball-sized hail. The storms lacked low-level shear but had decent mid & upper level shear that allowed for organization. They witnessed hailstones up to 3″ in size and experienced a separate severe storm on the way back to the hotel in Odessa, which produced an impressive mammatus cloud field. They captured a cool shot of departing storms and immediate clearing caused by a miniature area of low pressure. The group documented their experiences and shared images on social media.

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MHP investigates fatal crash on Highway 82

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1 hour ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-05-17 10:16:21

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal two-car crash on Highway 82 in Lowndes County, with one vehicle rolling over. The accident occurred in the eastbound lane just west of the Macon/Meridian Exit, causing both cars to come to rest in a ditch. The crash resulted in all four lanes of Highway 82 being temporarily stopped. Two individuals were taken to the hospital, and one person involved in the crash was reported to have died late Thursday evening. Stay updated on this news by following on Facebook.

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Man shot, killed at Jackson gas station

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3 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-17 08:53:40

SUMMARY: One man, Joshua Bennet, was killed in a shooting at a Jackson gas station. The incident occurred at a Shell gas station on West Northside Drive on May 17. An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting, but has not been identified. Detective Tommie Brown confirmed the arrest. The Jackson Police Department and Crime Stoppers are seeking additional information from the public regarding the incident. Anyone with information can contact JPD at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).

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