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Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Department hosts toy drive
SUMMARY: Community members in Octa County are joining forces to ensure that every child receives a Christmas present. The Ubaha County Sheriff’s Department organized a toy drive, which received substantial support from local businesses such as Starkle Urology and Leech Chiropractic. The department anticipates this year’s toy drive to be the largest one yet. It’s heartwarming to see the community coming together to spread holiday cheer and bring joy to children in need.
The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department collected toys for kids.
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Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Kayliana (6/18)
SUMMARY: Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Kayliana, who submitted a creative drawing featured during the forecast segment. Her picture depicted the sun shining brightly, but with a lot of clouds in the sky, partially blocking the sunshine. The image cleverly captured the essence of a partly cloudy day, emphasizing how the clouds bring down the sunlight. In other news, the Clarke County Sheriff’s Department will be installing new cameras to enhance law enforcement capabilities. More details about this development are expected to be shared soon as part of ongoing updates to improve public safety and surveillance infrastructure.
Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Kayliana (6/18)
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West Point football relies on faith, seniors and fourth-quarter mentality
SUMMARY: The West Point Green Wave football team, aiming for its 14th state title, has appeared in the championship game for ten consecutive seasons. Their sustained success is rooted in faith, with head coach Brett Morgan emphasizing a strong spiritual foundation through FCA and reliance on God. Senior leadership also plays a key role, as each class sets the tone for younger players. The team prepares by facing top-tier opponents like Tupelo, Starkville, and Lewisville early in the season. With a “fours up” mentality, the Green Wave focus on fourth-quarter resilience, pushing themselves to give everything until the final whistle.
West Point High School routinely finds themselves in state championship games each year. How do they do it?
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Asian needle ants spotted in Mississippi
SUMMARY: Asian needle ants, an invasive species from East Asia, have been spotted in at least 17 states, including Mississippi and Texas. These ants deliver a painful sting that can pierce clothing and inject venom causing severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis, which may lead to swelling, breathing difficulties, and rapid heartbeat. At least three people in Georgia required hospitalization after stings last year. Unlike the non-dangerous Joro spider recently spreading through the Southeast, the Asian needle ant poses a serious health risk. Experts warn residents to remain vigilant to prevent these ants from nesting and spreading further across the U.S.
The Asian needle ant has been spotted in several U.S. states, including Mississippi.
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