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“Entitled to an interpreter” signs to be placed in courthouses

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-04 17:48:41


SUMMARY: Courthouses and local circuit clerk offices in North Mississippi are introducing new signs to promote fair representation for non-English speakers. These signs, written in various languages such as Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic, inform individuals about their entitlement to a interpreter in court. The initiative addresses the growing need for language access, supporting a diverse population that may struggle with language barriers. This follows a enacted over a year ago, mandating the display of such signs in facilities across locations Lee, Prentiss, Alcorn, and Tippah counties. The effort aims to enhance accessibility to judicial services.

Signs informing people that they have a right to an interpreter at no cost are going up across Mississippi courthouses.

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College Park Methodist will host Fifth Annual Bible Reading Marathon

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SUMMARY: Paul Rley discusses the annual Bible Reading Marathon from September 25th to 28th at College Park Methodist Church. This , now in its fifth year, encourages public reading of the Bible and has gained popularity in the community. Participants can get involved by volunteering as , attending to listen, praying for the event, or watching the stream on Facebook. Rley invites the community to the initiative, emphasizing its significance. Interested individuals can reach him at 614-798-6723 or via email at paulr@comcast.net for more information.

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Interview: Mississippi courts installing free interpreter signs

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September 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-10 14:20:25


SUMMARY: Deanie Miller, director of language access with the , is personally placing signs in courthouses to inform individuals of their right to an interpreter, the new laws effective July 1, 2023. Miller aims to visit over 600 courthouses to meet clerks and ensure proper installation of signs in multiple languages, as Spanish, Arabic, and Mandarin are among the most requested. She also highlights an upcoming two-day remote workshop on October 15-16 for those interested in becoming certified court interpreters, a crucial step toward improving access for non-English speakers in the judicial system.

Mississippi’s court system is installing signs throughout the informing non-English speakers about interpretation services.

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Mississippi attorney general calls for surgeon general warning on social media

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September 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-10 14:18:14


SUMMARY: Lynn Fitch, along with 41 other Attorneys General, is urging to mandate Surgeon General warnings on algorithm-driven social platforms. This call to action arises amid increasing concerns about the impact of social media on young people’s mental . Fitch emphasizes that while states are already taking legislative and legal measures, it’s crucial for the federal to assist in protecting their from these significant mental and physical harms. The push reflects a growing recognition of the need for accountability in the tech industry regarding the well-being of youth.

Lynn Fitch calls on Congress to require the surgeon general warning on social media platforms.

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