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CEO of Natchez Trace Area Council: How Scouting has changed

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3 months ago

February 19, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-02-19 18:03:27

SUMMARY: Owen McCulloch, Scout Executive and CEO for the Natchez Trace Area Council, BSA, spoke to Starkville leaders about the changing landscape of Scouting on both a local and national level. The Natchez Trace Council emerged from the merger of two Boy Scout councils, Yocona and Pushmataha, covering 22 counties in North Mississippi. Scouting has also opened its doors to girls at all levels, with McCulloch emphasizing the importance of local Scout troops in nurturing future community leaders. He encourages those interested to start a troop by contacting their district office, emphasizing that it might be easier than they think.

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Starkville firefighters get creative with new training space

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May 17, 2024

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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 training room in an underused storage space to improve their search and rescue skills. The space is set up with realistic obstacles and scenarios to help 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 environment, 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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May 17, 2024

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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 health care. The law states that individuals awaiting civil commitment can only be held for 48 hours unless facing criminal charges. The aim is to provide timely mental health 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 process and prevent unnecessary stays in jail.

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