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Chad Turner named Trooper of the Year

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April 18, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-04-18 18:45:32

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol troopers are often short-staffed but work diligently to respond to accidents and keep highways safe. Trooper Chad Turner was honored as Trooper of the Year by the Columbus Exchange Club. Turner had a successful trucking career before fulfilling his goal of joining MHP. He acknowledges the sacrifices that come with the job but values the support of his family. The award is voted on by all members of Troop G. Turner emphasizes that everything worth doing comes with a sacrifice, but it is necessary to achieve goals.

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Warm Thursday ahead of unsettled weekend – Home – WCBI TV

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May 2, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Isaac Williams – 2024-05-02 05:14:05

SUMMARY: Temperatures in Columbus, Mississippi will remain in the upper 80s on Thursday with a chance of rain. Expect filtered sun and possible showers or storms in the evening. Overnight, isolated showers are possible with lows in the middle 60s. Friday may see periods of steady to heavy rain with uncertain timing. The weekend will feature isolated rain on Saturday and scattered showers and storms on Sunday. Next week, there will be a focus on increasing heat and humidity with the potential for the first 90-degree day on Wednesday and growing storm potential later in the week.

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Mississippi State baseball tops Ole Miss to win Governor’s Cup

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9 hours ago

May 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Kam Dyer – 2024-05-01 22:15:16

SUMMARY: Mississippi State baseball defeated Ole Miss in the Governor's Cup with a 5-1 win, splitting the season series. Pico Kohn had a strong start for the Bulldogs, and Judd Utermark and Hunter Hines contributed offensively. Mississippi State scored four runs in the eighth inning to secure the win. Tyson Hardin closed the game in the ninth. The Bulldogs will face Alabama next, while Ole Miss will play against Auburn. Mississippi State secured their second straight Governor's Cup win and showcased a strong performance both on the mound and at the plate.

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High grocery costs have many seeking alternative options

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12 hours ago

May 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-05-01 19:18:06

SUMMARY: Families are turning to local farms like Native Son Farm to source produce, combating rising grocery prices. Native Son Farm provides local, certified naturally grown, chemical-free produce through community-supported agriculture programs. Eating organic, locally grown produce is budget-friendly compared to commercial stores. Cooking healthy meals doesn't have to sacrifice taste, as shown by certified nutrition coach Julie Gibens. She encourages people to check ingredients in foods they buy and offers classes on making healthy choices. Large quantities of food are cooked in bulk and frozen in small portions for convenience. Overall, the trend towards farm-to-table and healthy eating is growing.

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