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MDPS Commissioner Sean Tindell joins the show to talk about gun safety and other issues
SUMMARY: The WLOX News This Week segment, hosted by Dave Elliott, began by discussing a measure in Mississippi that would allow teachers to carry guns in classrooms after completing a gun course offered by the Department of Public Safety and the Department of Education. The goal of the program is to ensure that schools are safer, especially considering most school shootings happen within three minutes, faster than law enforcement can usually respond. The program is voluntary and includes a two-week training on firearms and self-defense.
Mississippi’s Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell talked about improvements made such as drastically reducing the backlog in autopsy reports, modernizing the driver’s license renewal process, and increasing safety in schools and on roads. Specific attention was given to the expansion of the Capitol Police, aiming to make Jackson safer without politicizing public safety. Tindell mentioned their work has led to a decrease in crime rates, especially homicides, and emphasized the importance of removing politics from public safety matters.
Here to talk about that, the crime lab and other safety issues Mississippi Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell.
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Fireworks Safety Tips
SUMMARY: The 4th of July celebrations come with important safety precautions. In Buxy, fireworks are usually illegal except on special occasions like Independence Day. Police Lieutenant Candace Young advises treating fireworks as explosives, keeping children from using them, and staying in safe, clear areas away from people and houses. Fireworks can distress pets, so bring animals indoors to prevent them from fleeing. Boaters should avoid designated fireworks-free zones in the sound and never operate a boat under the influence. A detailed map of restricted areas is available on Buxy’s website. Expect heavy traffic near the official fireworks show along Beach Boulevard.
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Coach-turned-mayor Billy Knight speaks at Carver High School reunion
SUMMARY: Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight, a former football coach though not a Carver High graduate, was the guest speaker at the Carver High School alumni reunion. The event, held every other year, gathers graduates to stay connected like an extended family. Knight thanked the community for his reelection and reflected on his time at Carver High. Alumni say Knight’s influence extends beyond the football field, leaving a lasting mark on everyone. The reunion highlights the Mississippi Coast’s rich history and emphasizes the importance of community closeness and connection, supported by a \$333,000 downtown revitalization grant.
Coach-turned-mayor Billy Knight speaks at Carver High School reunion
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7/1 Sam’s “Warm and Humid” Tuesday Evening Forecast
SUMMARY: A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 5:30 p.m. for Gulfport and Biloxi, with strong winds over 60 mph and small hail possible. Heavy rain and frequent lightning are impacting the region, with storms stretching along I-10 from the Mississippi-Louisiana border toward Alabama. Tornado risk remains very low, but marine warnings apply offshore due to possible waterspouts and 50 mph wind gusts. Temperatures have dropped to the 70s near the coast but remain in the upper 80s to low 90s inland. Rain chances will continue overnight and through Tuesday, then decrease by Thursday as a cold front passes. Temperatures are expected to rise to mid-90s by Independence Day, with rain chances low Friday through Saturday before increasing again early next week.
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