www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-05-06 12:24:25 SUMMARY: During Hurricane Preparedness Week, Mississippi was allocated nearly $5 million to upgrade evacuation routes. This funding, part of the federal PROTECT Grant, will enhance contraflow systems on I-55 and I-59, used exclusively for hurricane evacuations. The grant allows for extending contraflow routes and adding gates, signage, and mile markers to improve traffic flow on these highways. MDOT emphasizes the necessity of efficient evacuation strategies for coastal safety. The project, still in the design phase, is expected to start in ..read more

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-05-06 10:55:43 SUMMARY: Mental health awareness is important, especially in children. Parents need to be open-minded and equipped to recognize signs of mental health issues in their kids. Taking a mental health first aid for youth course can be helpful. Warning signs in children include sudden behavioral changes, like quitting sports. It's important for parents to ask hard questions and seek help from resources like pediatricians, mental health departments, and crisis intervention teams. Hinds Behavioral Health in Mississippi offers great services for chi ..read more

www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-05-06 10:46:37 SUMMARY: Mississippi Comic Con will be held at the Mississippi Trade Mart for its 10th anniversary on June 22 and 23. The event will feature guests such as Alan Tudyk, Disney stars, and WWE Hall of Famers. In-show events include Q&As, panels, costume contests, gaming, and more. Vendors and artists from across the country will be present, along with local fan groups. Advance tickets are available for $30 per day or $50 for the weekend, with discounts for military members. Children under ten attend for free with a paid adult admission. Mo ..read more

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-06 10:33:45 SUMMARY: Mississippi senators Wicker and Hyde-Smith are pushing for every new car in the U.S. to include AM radio, through the “AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.” With support from 60 senators and 249 House members, the bipartisan bill, introduced by Senators Markey and Cruz, would mandate the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to ensure free AM radios in cars, citing its vital role in emergencies. The initiative counters automakers' recent trend of omitting AM radios due to electromagnetic interference, especially in electric ve ..read more

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-06 09:14:23 SUMMARY: Mississippi State University has announced the introduction of an electric autonomous passenger shuttle system called beep. This new system, the first of its kind in the state and in the Southeastern Conference, features two shuttles that can seat up to 11 passengers each. Two routes have been planned to shuttle students between campus and key housing points. Beep is set to make its debut this fall, providing a convenient and innovative transportation option for students at the university. The shuttle system is expected to make it ..read more

www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-05-06 11:10:18 SUMMARY: MDOT received a $4.8 million grant to enhance contraflow operations on I-55 and I-59 as hurricane evacuation routes. The funding will improve traffic flow, safety, and efficiency with new signage, gates, and mile markers. Contraflow will turn all lanes northbound in case of a powerful hurricane, aiding in the evacuation of residents from Louisiana and coastal Mississippi. The project, expected to begin in 2025, aims to enhance the ability to quickly move people out of harm's way during emergencies. This will have a positive impact on ..read more

www.supertalk.fm – SuperTalk News Staff – 2024-05-06 10:12:10 SUMMARY: The Ole Miss Phi Delta Theta fraternity dismissed James “JP” Staples after he mimicked a primate at a Black student, Jaylin Smith, during a pro-Palestine protest – an act caught on video sparking outrage. The frat emphasized racist behavior clashes with its values. The NAACP's Ole Miss chapter has urged the expulsion of Staples along with Connor Moore, Jr., and Rouse Bouce for their conduct at the protest. The university, while not making any expulsions or arrests, is conducting an investigation into the incident. Chancello ..read more

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-06 09:56:42 SUMMARY: New owners of the Mayflower Cafe in Brooklyn plan to reopen the historic restaurant with the same old flavor and charm that customers have loved for over 80 years. Hunter Evans and Cody McCain, owners of the well-known restaurant Elvies, are refurbishing the cafe with their own hands to preserve its iconic atmosphere. The menu will highlight seafood dishes such as oyster fling, shrimp fest, and catch of the day. They aim to continue the legacy of the Mayflower Cafe and hope to create a spark in Jackson's downtown area. The ..read more

www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-05-06 09:32:42 SUMMARY: The Weather Authority is reporting warm and humid conditions on this Monday morning, with temperatures in the low to mid 70s along the beachfront. Some fog is present in Northern and Northwestern Pearl River County. Expect partly to mostly cloudy skies throughout the day with a 20% chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms due to daytime heating. South winds will gust into the 20 mph range later in the day. Temperatures will peak in the mid 80s, well above seasonal norms, with low rain chances until a cold front moves in on Friday. Re ..read more

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-06 09:15:32 SUMMARY: This content is sponsored by Edaa Community College and focuses on the need for EMTs and paramedics in emergencies. EMTs are the first responders in medical emergencies and have limitations in the types of medical procedures they can perform compared to paramedics. The shortage of paramedics is a concern, but programs like the one offered at ITW Community College aim to train the next generation of professionals. The hands-on training includes simulators that replicate real-world situations, teaching students important life-saving s ..read more