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African-American woman breaks barriers, makes history in Oktibbeha Co.

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www.wcbi.com – Shawanda Jones – 2023-11-16 15:04:55

SUMMARY: JoHelen Walker has become the first African American Tax Assessor and Collector in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, after serving as Deputy Clerk for 24 years combined in Lowndes County and Starkville. Walker, familiar with community issues, advocates for new ideas and active problem-solving. She's known for going the extra mile in explaining processes to and even assisting them where possible beyond her office's scope. Walker encourages aspiring young to be persistent and understand their purpose rather than giving up when with challenges. Her journey reflects her belief in being the change one wants to see.

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Four women arrested after fight in Claiborne County

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-18 12:53:02

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Scattered showers for Saturday, but sunny skies ahead! – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – Sadie Morris – 2024-05-18 10:54:57

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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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