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8th Cherry Blossom Festival held in Tupelo

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2 months ago

March 23, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-03-23 22:15:49

SUMMARY: The eighth annual Cherry Blossom Festival in Tupelo honored the cherry blossom tree and showcased Japanese culture at Ballard Park. The event featured a choir, orchestra, dancers, and martial artist Jeff Keffer. Participants experienced traditional Japanese arts and activities, such as learning to use chopsticks. Angela McVey, a longtime lover of Japanese culture, was impressed by the children's involvement in the festival. Organizers reported that the festival continues to grow each year and will be held again the following spring. The event highlighted the beauty and traditions of Japanese culture to the community of Tupelo.

The 8th annual Cherry Blossom Festival was held in Tupelo on Saturday.

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May 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-05-10 10:10:28

SUMMARY: Two ladies are making music that blends different genres such as country rock and R&B, surprising people with their unique sound. They aim to stay true to themselves and express their eclectic style while challenging stereotypes. They recently appeared on a show and are excited about their upcoming album which will be authentic, focusing on love and relationships. They have a good balance when performing together, with one being energetic and the other more calm. They enjoy collaborating and are excited for people to hear their music and see the depth of their partnership.

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Houston church holding food giveaway Friday

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1 hour ago

May 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-10 09:34:02

SUMMARY: There are food giveaways at the Mississippi Food Network and St. Matthew Baptist Church in Houston today. The giveaway will start at 9:00 am at the church parking lot. If you are in need of stocking up on food, this is a great opportunity for you to get some food boxes. Don't miss out on this chance to receive free food to stock your shelves.

The St. Matthew Baptist Church in Houston is holding a food giveaway Friday.

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MDOT must approve widening project for Lake Harbour

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2 hours ago

May 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-05-10 08:55:14

SUMMARY: A proposal to widen the Lake Harbor intersection at Highway 51 is awaiting approval from the Mississippi Department of Transportation. The project, approved by the Ridgeland mayor and board of aldermen, aims to address the issue of turning left from the highway onto Lake Harbor due to short turn lanes. City engineer Chris Bryson is spearheading the effort to fix the problem and improve traffic flow in the area.