www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-02 09:15:23

SUMMARY: Millennium Realty hosted the first Mississippi Housing Expo, aimed at new home buyers and homeowners. Broker John Mundy mentioned that attendees could get personalized advice from experts and attend presentations on credit repair, estate planning, home renovations, and more. Organizers highlighted the challenges first-generation buyers face. The event featured credit professionals, attorneys, mortgage bankers, brokers, renovation experts, and a water purification company. Attendees had the opportunity to ask industry professionals questions one-on-one. Mundy announced that this will become an annual event to inform citizens about available resources to assist in the home-owning process.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-02 09:13:03

SUMMARY: Two local families are preparing to become homeowners in Jackson, thanks to Habitat for Humanity Mississippi Capital Area and partners like Faith Build 2024. Volunteers broke ground on two homes, working on frames and other components despite weather challenges. The Jackson alumni chapter of Delta Sigma Theta also participated. Tiffany Griffin, one of the future homeowners, expressed her gratitude and excitement for having a yard for her son. Habitat's Executive Director emphasized the impact on families and neighborhoods, noting the homeowners will eventually buy the houses with zero-interest mortgages. The homes are expected to be completed in eight weeks.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-06-01 22:54:12

SUMMARY: Emergency responders urge everyone to prepare for an above-average hurricane season, with weather experts predicting over 20 storms. Malary White from the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency stresses the importance of preparation, even for those away from the Gulf Coast. She highlights that hurricanes can have significant residual impacts such as flooding and power outages, citing Hurricane Ida's far-reaching effects. White advises people to create a plan and assemble a “go-kit” with essentials like food, water, medical supplies, batteries, and flashlights for at least three days. Anna Ehrgott from MDOT emphasizes that preparation helps avoid traffic and chaos during evacuations.

Hurricane season officially begins today

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