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Restaurants making alterations amid natural gas outage in Lee County
SUMMARY: A natural gas outage in Lee County has forced local restaurants, like Bulldog Burger in Tupelo, to alter operations. Without gas, staff couldn’t cook or wash dishes. In contrast, Local Taco kept its doors open at two locations by offering a limited menu and cooking food off-site. The general manager emphasized the importance of staying open to meet customer demand. While some restaurants closed, Local Taco continued serving, becoming a popular stop for customers. The outage is not only an inconvenience but is also impacting the local economy, as discussed by Mayor Todd Jordan.

Some restaurants are having to make alternate plans amid the massive natural gas outage in Tupelo and Lee County.
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Congressman Bennie Thompson hosts town hall
SUMMARY: Congressman Bennie Thompson hosted a town hall meeting at Greater Grove Street Missionary Baptist Church, drawing a large crowd of Warren County residents seeking answers about federal employee layoffs and budget cuts to vital social programs. Attendees voiced concerns, including issues at the Jackson VA, where patients highlighted low medical fees for services. Thompson emphasized that many constituents are fighting to regain their federal jobs, noting that legal battles can be lengthy. Additionally, he addressed President Trump’s attempt to void pardons related to the January 6th investigations, stating such actions lack merit. Thompson plans to host another town hall on Wednesday.

Congressman Bennie Thompson hosts town hall
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Volunteers helping with storm recovery in Tylertown
SUMMARY: In Tylertown, Mississippi, volunteers are rapidly increasing to assist with storm recovery following severe tornadoes. Communities, including Tylertown, have faced extensive damage, with homes destroyed and essential services disrupted. Volunteers from churches, civic groups, and organizations like Mercy Chefs are providing vital help, including food and water. Mercy Chefs has served 3,000 meals, and other groups like Mississippi Disaster Relief are aiding with physical labor. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency has requested that all volunteer groups coordinate through them for efficient aid distribution. Despite the devastation, volunteers are offering hope and support to affected residents.

Volunteers helping with storm recovery in Tylertown
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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Forecast 3/18/25
SUMMARY: The weather forecast for Tuesday, March 18, 2025, begins with chilly temperatures, ranging from 34°F in Livingston to 49°F in Philadelphia. By midday, temperatures will rise to the upper 50s and reach the upper 70s in the afternoon, with increasing cloud coverage. Overnight, temperatures will drop into the low 50s. Wednesday will bring a significant rise in cloud coverage and isolated showers, some potentially severe in the afternoon and evening, with gusty winds. Allergy sufferers should expect high pollen levels, especially from trees. Windy conditions will persist through Thursday, with a possible severe weather event on Sunday. temperatures are only sitting in the low 60s

Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Forecast 3/18/25
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