Mississippi News
Joint community effort ensures foster kids have great Christmas
SUMMARY: The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office and Community Benefit Committee in Mississippi have partnered to provide a wonderful Christmas for children in foster care. Lt. Rhonda Sanders explains that these children face chaos and instability and that the community can help by donating gift cards, duffle bags, and other essentials to give children in foster care a day of happiness and relief from their difficult situations. Andrea Sanders, Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services, emphasizes the importance of supporting foster families and the children's biological families throughout the year. People can also donate through cash app, gift drop-off locations, and financial institutions.
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Lots of sun and warmer temperatures to start off the work week – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi (WCBI) – The work week begins with warm, sunny weather and highs in the upper 80s, rising to the 90s by Tuesday. Skies will remain mostly clear today and tomorrow, necessitating sunglasses and sunscreen due to high UV index. Night temperatures will drop to the mid-60s. Clouds will start to gather by late Wednesday, with showers developing Thursday and an increasing chance of scattered thunderstorms by Friday. Winds will be calm out of the SSE at 5 mph. Overall, a summery start to the week before wetter conditions develop later on.
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Mississippi News
Starkville businesses see less customers during summer breaks
SUMMARY: Mississippi State's spring semester has ended, with seniors graduating and many students moving home for the summer. This seasonal migration causes a dip in local businesses' foot traffic. Brikley Spencer from Maroon and Co. noted that they offer promotions to attract customers. Bart Wood of Little Dooey mentioned that while there's a slowdown, recent developments like Cornerstone Park tournaments and MSU camps keep Starkville active. Both businesses largely employ college students, but the summer schedule balances staffing needs. Despite past challenges, Wood says conditions have improved, and they adapt annually, considering even shortening hours during slower periods.
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Mississippi News
State child care service show their appreciation for foster parents
SUMMARY: In Starkville, Miss., the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (CPS) honored local foster parents on May 18 for their crucial role in caring for nearly 4,000 children in state custody. Held at the Starkville Sportsplex, the event included certificates, meals, and activities to show appreciation. Foster parent recruitment supervisor Farren Brooks emphasized the need for more foster parents and expressed deep gratitude for their efforts. Foster parent Franklin Hamby shared that the recognition made them feel valued. CPS organizes such events statewide in May to appreciate foster parents. Interested individuals can learn more on CPS's website.
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