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JPD officer honored after being hit by vehicle
SUMMARY: Corporal Anthony Johnson recalls the day he was severely injured after being hit by a car, expressing concern for his elderly mother who recently moved to the area. Despite his injuries, Johnson remains motivated to continue his work with the mobile crisis unit. Chief Wade praises Johnson's dedication and passion for helping those with mental illness. Johnson receives support from the organization Warriors of the Badge, founded by a mother who lost her son in the line of duty. Johnson offers advice to fellow officers, encouraging them to seek help if they experience trauma. Overall, Johnson's story highlights the challenges and resilience of law enforcement officers.
JPD officer honored after being hit by vehicle
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Interview: Mississippi Aquarium welcomes guests to see new facility, experience virtual reality and
SUMMARY: Mississippi offers numerous attractions, including the Mississippi Aquarium on the coast. Michelle and I, along with Nicole, Jeff, and new friends Lapis and Po, introduce some of the aquarium's star creatures. Lapis is a blue-tongue skink from Australia, while Po is a local Gulf Coast box turtle. The aquarium recently opened the “Changing Tides” building featuring 23 new exhibits, three biomes, and a new virtual reality experience. The upcoming “Year of the Penguin” aims to raise funds for a new penguin habitat. Visitors can enjoy penguin encounters, enhancing the educational and interactive experience at the aquarium.
Representatives from the Mississippi Aquarium joined WTVA 9 News TODAY to talk about their new facility, a virtual reality experience and the year of the penguin.
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First Alert Weather Live Update – May 20, 2024
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It's sunny skies this Monday morning, but what's in store for the week ahead?
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Are the new parking meters confusing?
SUMMARY: Governor deemed this project the largest capital investment in Mississippi's history. Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes is addressing confusion about new parking meters downtown, activated on May 1st. Stokes received numerous complaints about parking tickets despite correct meter use. He proposes a 90-day grace period to educate people on using the meters properly. Stokes stated, “Instead of giving citizens tickets they do not deserve, we need a 90-day grace period to educate them on meter usage.”
A Jackson City Councilman says people are confused by the new parking meters.
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