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Cicada Mania: Expect a very noisy summer

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1 year ago

April 19, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-04-19 21:25:35

SUMMARY: A rare emergence of a 13-year brood of cicadas is happening this year, leading to a higher number of these insects than usual. These cicadas, with orange bodies and red eyes, appear every 13 years, unlike the annual green cicadas seen more frequently. In 2011, the last emergence of this specific brood occurred in Mississippi, where research is being conducted at Mississippi State University. Approximately half a million to a million cicadas per acre can be expected in the right habitat, mainly in Upland Hardwoods. While these noisy insects may disrupt outdoor activities, no major effects on daily life are anticipated. Two other 13-year cicada broods are expected in Mississippi in 2027 and 2028.

A rare 13-year brood of cicadas is happening this year.

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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Forecast 6/16/25

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23 hours ago

June 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-06-16 12:30:09

SUMMARY: Foggy conditions started Monday morning across parts of Mississippi and Alabama, particularly visible on sky cameras in Decatur. Temperatures were in the upper 60s, with fog limiting visibility in areas like Meridian and Quitman, though slowly improving. Sunshine began the day, but afternoon showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop, with heat index values rising to the mid-to-upper 90s. Caution is advised for outdoor workers due to heat and humidity. Rain will persist into the evening and continue throughout the week. The first day of summer, Friday, may also be wet. No tropical developments are expected over the next week.

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TobyMac at the Brandon Amphitheater

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1 day ago

June 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-06-16 09:55:04

SUMMARY: Christian artist TobyMac reflected on his evolving music style ahead of his performance at the Brandon Amphitheater. Rooted in hip hop, R\&B, and soul, he says his sound has mellowed over time, shaped by life’s ups and downs. Though he sometimes tires of older songs like “Speak Life,” their enduring message keeps them meaningful. He continues to blend new hits like “Cornerstone” and “I Just Need You” into his setlist, skipping “Good Morning” out of respect for collaborator Mandisa. TobyMac promises fans a joyful, diverse, and unified show experience, filled with both nostalgic favorites and fresh, relevant music.

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Scattered afternoon storms may put a damper on outdoor plans

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1 day ago

June 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-06-16 07:33:23

SUMMARY: Scattered afternoon storms may disrupt outdoor plans today, with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and heat index values in the mid-90s. Overnight temperatures will dip to the 70s. More storms are possible tomorrow, especially in the Delta during the morning, with widespread storms expected by afternoon. A high-pressure system near Baja California will shift northward this week, reducing rain chances but increasing heat and humidity. By midweek through the weekend, isolated afternoon storms remain possible. Temperatures will rise into the mid-90s by the weekend, with real feel values reaching 105–110 degrees. Stay weather-aware and hydrated.