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Blood shortage is nationwide, is affecting Pine Belt as well
SUMMARY: There is currently a critical nationwide blood shortage that is also affecting the Pine Belt region. Michelle Anderson-Jones from Vitalant Blood Services spoke about the need for immediate blood donations. With school starting back, there has been an increase in sick children, leading to canceled appointments and blood drives. This shortage has also impacted the local blood supply, with less than a three-day supply of certain blood types available. The situation is urgent, and there is a pressing need for blood donations to address the shortage.
Blood shortage is nationwide, is affecting Pine Belt as well
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WTOK Weather – Zack Rogers 6/22/25
SUMMARY: Temperatures remain in the upper 70s overnight, rising to the low 90s on Monday with partly cloudy skies and fewer afternoon showers as summer patterns set in. Humidity will increase, making highs feel hotter—potentially reaching triple digits midweek, with heat indices possibly hitting 105 to 110 degrees Wednesday and Thursday. A recent heat advisory was issued, emphasizing the importance of hydration and breaks for those outdoors to avoid heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. In the Atlantic, there’s a 40% chance of tropical development, but it’s not expected to impact the continental U.S. soon.
WTOK Weather – Zack Rogers 6/22/25
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Canton native Grady Champion releases ‘Hold On’
SUMMARY: Canton native Grady Champion released his new song “Hold On,” which reflects the current struggles in society. Champion encourages listeners to persevere through difficult times, assuring that help is on the way. A blues musician for over 30 years, Champion has toured extensively from San Francisco to Canada. His new music, co-written with Eddie Cotton who understands his life’s struggles and achievements, marks a fresh start. Champion shares that his unique musical talent, which he views as a gift from God, naturally came to him and became an integral part of his performances, symbolizing resilience and faith in the process.
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3 years since Alcorn County man disappeared
SUMMARY: It has been three years since 77-year-old Wayde Davis of Alcorn County disappeared while walking his dog near Corinth. Despite extensive searches, Davis has not been found. His daughters, Sharon and Sheila, have never given up hope of finding him and gaining closure. They recall their father’s deep connection to the community, his love for preaching, and the church. After Davis’s dog was found acting strangely, the sisters suspect more to the story. They are now offering a \$50,000 reward for information leading to their father’s remains or the arrest of those responsible.
It’s been three years since Wade Davis, an elderly Alcorn County man, went on a walk with his dog and never returned.
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