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Tupelo Salvation Army volunteers prepare ‘Empty Bowls’ fundraiser

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2 months ago

March 5, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-03-05 18:39:33

SUMMARY: Tupelo's Salvation Army relies on community support to provide nearly 300 meals a day to those in need. The organization's annual fundraiser, “Empty Bowls,” features soup and other dishes from local establishments. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the event, with ticket proceeds going towards feeding the hungry in the community. Tickets cost $20 and include a piece of custom pottery for attendees. Doors open at 10:30 AM and early arrival is encouraged. The event is an important opportunity for the community to come together and support those facing food insecurity.

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Starkville firefighters get creative with new training space

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5 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-05-17 19:14:09

SUMMARY: Firefighters at Fire Station 2 in Starkville, Mississippi, have created a DIY training room in an underused storage space to improve their search and rescue skills. The space is set up with realistic obstacles and scenarios to help them prepare for different situations. The goal is to eventually build a larger-scale facility for more comprehensive training. The firefighters believe that continuous training is essential to ensure citizen safety and respond effectively in emergencies. By practicing in a realistic environment, they can improve their response time and better serve the community.

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Project grows closer to reality

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6 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-05-17 18:21:59

SUMMARY: The Burns Bottom Redevelopment Project in Columbus, Mississippi is progressing as a Phase 1 Environmental review is expected to be completed early this summer. Friendly City Development Partners submitted a proposal for the area by the deadline, and although no contract agreement has been signed yet, an initial meeting about the next steps has already taken place. The environmental review will help in finalizing the design of the project, which involves Live Adelaide and Burns Dirt as part of Friendly City Development Partners. Stay updated on news and developments by following on Facebook.

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Columbus man charged in connection with Meridian homicide

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7 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-05-17 16:44:50

SUMMARY: Dedtrick Jones, a 20-year-old man from Columbus, has been charged with shooting and killing Marvin Horn Jr. in Meridian. The shooting took place on March 10 on Mosby Road. Jones was arrested by U.S. Marshals and Lowndes County deputies, with bond set at $1 million. A video of the arrest was captured by a WCBI viewer at a Highway 45 shopping center. Jones was taken to the Lowndes County jail before being transported to Meridian for a court appearance. For more news and updates, follow WTOK on Facebook.

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