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Ballot initiative proposal introduced in Mississippi Legislature

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3 months ago

January 24, 2024

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-01-24 19:26:01

SUMMARY: The House of Representatives has passed a committee resolution to restore the ballot initiative process, but there was considerable debate about the restrictions placed on potential ballot issues. The resolution would not allow restoration of abortion rights to go on the ballot, changes to the state constitution, changes to local laws, changes to the PERS retirement system, or anything requiring a financial obligation from the state legislature. The bill would also allow lawmakers to change what voters have passed in any initiative election. The debate also focused on the lack of trust in Republican voters by some representatives. Signature requirements from eight percent of registered voters would be needed for a measure to pass under this ballot initiative bill.

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Hinds County host prescription 'drug take back day'

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48 mins ago

April 27, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-27 18:44:22

SUMMARY: Shopping Center SATURDAY
WHERE POLICE WERE ON HAND TO
COLLECT UNUSED PRESCRIPTION
DRUGS. THE DRUGS WILL BE
PROPERLY DISPOSED OF. IN
COMING HALF HOUR, THEY
COLLECTED OVER 200 LBS OF
PRESCRIPTION PILLS.

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Feel Good Friday: Inmates work hard, bus drivers get recognition, a savory snack gets its own day,

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55 mins ago

April 27, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-04-27 18:37:56

SUMMARY: The content discusses various feel-good stories, including hardworking inmates at a correctional facility building a useful project, a celebration of bus drivers in Tupelo, National Pretzel Day, and a World War II veteran turning 100 years old. The inmates are seen working on a construction project, bus drivers being appreciated by the Tupelo Public School District, the celebration of National Pretzel Day, and a World War II veteran celebrating his 100th birthday. Alan Gagnan served in the army during the war and is looking forward to reaching 200 years old. Happy moments and milestones are highlighted in these stories.

Feel Good Friday: Inmates in Chickasaw County work hard, bus drivers get recognition for their hard work, a savory snack gets its own day, and a WWII veteran celebrated his birthday.

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2024 Drug Take Back Day held in Mississippi

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57 mins ago

April 27, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-04-27 18:35:53

SUMMARY: The DEA's National Prescription Drug Takeback Day was held in partnership with the Hines County Sheriff's Department, who set up a collection station at Walmart for people to drop off old prescription drugs. The goal of the event is to help people safely dispose of unnecessary medications to prevent misuse. In less than an hour, a garbage bag full of prescription drugs was collected. It was emphasized that keeping old prescriptions at home could pose risks for children, who might accidentally ingest them, or for thieves who could misuse them. Resources and treatment information can be found at dea.gov/takeback day.