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Hometown hero recovers from mass shooting

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www.wcbi.com – Shawanda Jones – 2024-03-19 18:50:56

SUMMARY: Three weeks ago, a shooting at the Oasis Club in Clay County left one dead and a dozen wounded. The mother of one victim, Kolban Hogan, shared her anguish upon receiving the call about her son being shot multiple times while saving others. Hogan's selfless act has been praised, but he humbly rejects the title of . Despite spending time in the Intensive Recovery Unit, he is now home and optimistic about his recovery. His mother advocates for non-violent conflict resolution while enforcement continues to investigate the incident. The community has shown for Hogan, who exemplified bravery and selflessness during the tragedy.

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Starkville firefighters get creative with new training space

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-05-17 19:14:09

SUMMARY: Firefighters at Fire Station 2 in Starkville, Mississippi, have created a DIY room in an underused storage to improve their search and rescue skills. The space is set up with realistic obstacles and scenarios to them prepare for different situations. The goal is to eventually build a larger-scale facility for more comprehensive training. The firefighters believe that continuous training is essential to ensure citizen safety and respond effectively in emergencies. By practicing in a realistic , they can improve their response time and better serve the community.

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Changes how law enforcement handles mental illness

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www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-05-17 19:12:12

SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers passed House Bill 1640, limiting the time people can be held in jail awaiting mental . The states that individuals awaiting civil commitment can only be held for 48 hours unless facing criminal charges. The aim is to timely mental treatment rather than keeping individuals in jail. The law will go into effect on July 1. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott believes these changes are needed to address mental health issues in county jails. While it's a step in the right direction, more treatment facilities are needed to expedite the and prevent unnecessary stays in jail.

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SHS seniors take final stroll through elementary school halls

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www.wcbi.com – Aundrea Self – 2024-05-17 18:59:08

SUMMARY: The senior class at Starkville High School participated in an annual “Senior Walk” where they all schools in the district to see former teachers and well wishes from current . They were cheered on by students as they walked through the halls, taking pictures along the way. This stop was at Henderson Ward Stewart, where students in grades two to four showed their . The school's graduation is for May 24th. Follow for more and updates on Facebook.

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