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Weekend Preview – Sept. 26, 2024

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9 months ago

September 26, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-26 11:01:32

SUMMARY: Good morning, Pine Bel! Happy fall! This weekend marks the first official days of autumn, and local events abound to celebrate. The historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival returns for its 19th year in downtown Hattiesburg, offering live entertainment, food contests, and more from Friday evening through Saturday night. The Mississippi Peon Festival runs from September 27-29, featuring competitions and vendor booths at Fulmer’s Farmstead. For those seeking volunteer opportunities, the Pine Belt Blueways Red Bluff Cleanup is on September 28. Join family-friendly activities at the Hattiesburg Zoo’s Hispanic Heritage Day on September 29 and enjoy pickleball for a cause at the Laural Country Club. Enjoy the beautiful weather this fall weekend!

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Karrie and Rex are in the studio with all the details.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-06-15 08:20:34

SUMMARY: Parts of the region could see storms on Father’s Day, with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and heat indices in the upper 90s. Afternoon storms may bring gusty winds and hail, though severe weather is not expected. Monday follows a similar pattern with scattered afternoon storms. A high-pressure system will move in by Thursday, bringing well-above-average temperatures. Heat indices may reach 107–110 degrees by Friday, especially west of I-55 in Mississippi. The week ahead will remain hot and humid, with increasingly oppressive heat expected through the weekend. Stay weather-aware and hydrated amid the steamy conditions.

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June 14, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-06-14 09:30:40

SUMMARY: A party planned for Saturday night in Port Gibson has sparked safety concerns following a recent mass shooting at the Fayette Festival in Jefferson County. The event, aimed at celebrating before Father’s Day, is organized by outside promoters from Jefferson County and Vicksburg. Claiborne County Sheriff Edward Goods expressed serious concerns about the timing and risks, urging sensitivity and cooperation for arrests to prevent violence. Port Gibson Mayor Willie White clarified the city has not issued a permit and emphasized public safety while respecting legal operations. Club owners and local law enforcement assure strict security and peacekeeping efforts at the event.

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Today's First Alert Weather Kid is Kylee (6/13)

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-06-13 11:51:43

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