www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-02 00:04:06

SUMMARY: Merit Health Wesley has a new CEO, Travis Sisen, who is familiar with the hospital and the Pine Belt region. He is focused on tackling challenges in the healthcare industry and recruiting medical professionals from nearby colleges. Sisen believes that the hospital is in a good position financially due to a larger patient volume compared to smaller hospitals struggling to stay open. He plans to uphold the hospital's motto of loving God, serving others, and excelling in healthcare. The community can expect continued quality care and a commitment to their well-being under his leadership.

Merit Health Wesley hires new CEO.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-01 22:55:03

SUMMARY: Kesa Gail was awarded a $60,000 scholarship from the Meridian Housing Authority on May 1st, making her the recipient of the Janelle Kid Hope 6 Endowment Trust Fund. She expressed gratitude towards her counselor, family, and school staff for their support. Gail plans to attend the University of Southern Mississippi to study criminal justice, aiming to help others and speak up for those in need. The scholarship, named after an educational advocate, holds special significance for both the recipient and the community. Gail expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity to further her education and thanked the Meridian Housing Authority for their support.

MHS Senior receives huge scholarship from the Meridian Housing Authority

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-01 22:55:03

SUMMARY: May 1st saw a high of 90°, marking the first 90° temperature of the year. Looking back at April, the hottest temperature was 87° on the 19th. Meridian experienced lows in the upper 30s early in the month. Rainfall totaled 3.33 inches, leaving a deficit. May will have average highs in the low 80s at the start, reaching near 90 by month's end. Above-average temperatures expected with rain chances starting on Thursday. Storm activity may bring showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures remaining in the upper 80s and low 90s for the next week. The pattern resembles summertime.

It will feel like it's late May on Thursday

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