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Organization helped get voters to polls in Lee County
SUMMARY: In Tupelo, Mississippi, the Get Out to Vote Coalition is assisting elderly and disabled residents in exercising their voting rights. Many struggle with transportation to polling places, so the nonprofit offers rides to those who need help. Volunteers have made significant efforts, contacting 5,000 people to educate them about the voting process and ensure they can cast their votes. One resident, Tillie May, received assistance getting to her polling location and expressed gratitude for the support. The organization is committed to helping the community continue to vote until the polls close at 7:00 PM.
An organization spent Tuesday helping voters get to the polls.
SUMMARY: Clinton police are investigating a fatal shooting near Northside Drive and Briers Drive. A man in his 30s was shot and died at the scene, according to the interim Hinds County coroner. Neighbors reported hearing gunfire before 10 a.m. and suspected a shootout between two people. During the incident, one vehicle crashed into a gas line near North Ridge Apartments, causing a gas leak. A resident was warned to evacuate for safety. Atmos Energy and the Clinton Fire Department addressed the leak. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the shooting.
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SUMMARY: The Gumtree Museum of Art is celebrating its 40th anniversary by showcasing 40 works from its private collection, including photography, sculptures, paintings, drawings, and mixed media. These pieces have been gathered over four decades through donations, purchases, and exhibitions. Director Molly Nolan curated a diverse selection representing a variety of mediums and styles, from traditional landscapes to textile-based mixed media, featuring artists from Mississippi and around the globe. The exhibit runs throughout July until August 2, with a summer break during the first week of July. A reception with food and drinks is planned for July 11 to celebrate the milestone.
The Gumtree Museum of Art in Tupelo is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an impressive artwork display.
SUMMARY: The 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration at the Barnett Reservoir, held each year on the last Saturday of June, combines music, food, and fun to usher in the 4th of July. The event was revived due to public demand, especially to bring back the popular fireworks display. Organized by the Barnett Reservoir Foundation, it has grown to include 15 to 20 food and dessert vendors, making it a family-friendly festival. The board emphasizes the reservoir as a valuable natural resource with parks, RV camping, fishing, boating, and picnicking. The celebration ends with a fireworks show lighting up the night.
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