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Fundraiser held Saturday for Petal Children's Task Force

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1 year ago

June 9, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-06-09 00:59:05

SUMMARY: Roadhouse Restaurant in Petal hosted a “Cars and Crawfish” fundraiser to support the Petal Children’s Task Force, which provides food and resources to over 750 local families each month. Community support is deemed critical amid economic hardships. Roadhouse co-owner Jesse Carter emphasized the importance of giving back as they celebrated their first year in business. Sheila Stevens from the task force noted increased demand due to higher prices but insufficient donations. The event aimed to bridge the gap for struggling families. The Petal Children’s Task Force is located at 314 South George Street and operates Monday through Friday.

Fundraiser held Saturday for Petal Children’s Task Force.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-07-04 12:35:38

SUMMARY: Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Ashlyn, who submitted a colorful drawing depicting the sun shining down with a cloud passing through the sky. The picture shows a beach scene with a plane flying overhead, carrying a banner that reads “Welcome to Mississippi!” Ashlyn’s artwork was warmly praised as a great drawing, and viewers are encouraged to continue submitting their own pictures. The weather segment thanks Ashlyn for her photo submission and celebrates her creative contribution to the program. The cheerful image captures the bright, sunny weather and the welcoming spirit of Mississippi.

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Fourth of July Firework Safety with AMR

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-07-03 09:56:42

SUMMARY: Eric Phillips joined Live at Nine to discuss fireworks safety, emphasizing its importance during this holiday week. Fireworks are fun but can be dangerous if not handled properly. Phillips stressed having a clear plan, choosing a safe location away from dry grass and buildings, and having one sober person in charge. Safety measures include keeping a water source or sand nearby to extinguish fires. Common mistakes include holding fireworks or relighting duds, which should be avoided. In case of injuries, call 911 immediately and rinse burns with cool water—not home remedies like mustard. Adults must supervise children closely to ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration.

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MHP holiday travel enforcement period begins

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-07-03 07:23:42

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) has begun its holiday travel enforcement period for the Fourth of July weekend, expecting high traffic volumes nationwide. Trooper Darnika Mayfield urges drivers to be cautious, especially in active construction zones, and emphasizes the importance of sober driving, seat belt use, and obeying speed limits. With a record 61.6 million people traveling, MHP encourages designated drivers or staying home if drinking. AAA and MHP recommend vehicle maintenance checks and packing emergency kits. Last year, AAA responded to nearly 700,000 roadside assistance calls for issues like dead batteries and flat tires. Stay safe this holiday weekend.