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Fast wind caused minor storm damage in West Point
SUMMARY: , wait until you see the footage from the coast. The storm caused significant damage in some areas, with reports of damage in Acement. A video from West Point shows the powerful winds and heavy rain causing chaos on Main Street. Viewer Cal White sent in the footage, capturing the storm's impact on the town. The video is just a glimpse of the incredible damage caused by the storm.
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TVA awards money to schools in Itawamba, Lee, Winston counties for energy upgrades
SUMMARY: The Tennessee Valley Authority recently awarded $70,000 to several local schools for energy and learning environment upgrades. Seven schools received $10,000 each for these improvements, including schools in Lewisville, Fond Noip, and Saltillo. In total, the TVA awarded over $3 million to 106 schools in the southeast. To see the full list of schools receiving funding, visit wtva.com.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) awarded $70,000 to seven schools in Mississippi for energy and learning environment upgrades.
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Mississippi sees high number of job openings
SUMMARY: Mississippi's economy is thriving, with numerous job openings across various industries. The top occupations with the highest number of job openings include registered nurses, fast food and retail workers, managers, supervisors, and physicians. Despite a low unemployment rate, there is a shortage of workers due to factors like baby boomers retiring and the impact of the pandemic on the hospitality industry. Industries with high earnings include healthcare, manufacturing, education, retail, transportation, and public administration. Some in-demand professions include engineering, social work, and medical fields. Experts suggest that an influx of younger workers may help fill the job vacancies in Mississippi.
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Two MRA star athletes sign for colleges just before graduation
SUMMARY: MRA's star athletes, Charles Simpson and Sam Haley, recently signed with colleges after successful high school careers. Simpson, a standout running back, faced challenges due to his size but impressed with his skills, ultimately accepting an offer from Mississippi College. Haley, a talented point guard, overcame disappointment when his original college shut down its basketball program, but persevered and secured a spot at Huntington College. Both athletes are excited to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level and prove their doubters wrong. Their hard work and determination have paid off, and they are looking forward to the next chapter in their athletic journeys.
Two MRA star athletes sign on just before graduation
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