With a 6-0 vote, the Mobile City Council approved funding for the Amtrack train service for two trains that will run round trip from New Orleans to Mobile with stops in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport Biloxi, and Pascagoula. Sean Richardson has the story.
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It’s time for motorists to pay extra attention as kids return to school. Brooke Thorington has more
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The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is encouraging the public to wear purple today to mark Purple Heart Day. LDVA Program Manager and Purple Heart recipient William McInnis emphasizes the importance of acknowledging these brave individuals.
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The Purple Heart is the oldest military honor in the United States, established by General George Washington in 1782. It’s awarded to U.S. Armed Forces members wounded or killed in the line of duty because of enemy action.
McInnis says the LDVA’s initiative aims to foster greater public awareness and respect for these veterans, reinforcing the message that their sacrifices are not forgotten.
Cut 4 (07) “…lift their spirit.”
Purple Heart Day is a time to pay tribute to those who have shown extraordinary bravery and selflessness in the line of duty. By wearing purple, the public can visibly show their support and appreciation for these veterans, and McInnis says if you see a Vet wearing a Purple Heart…
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The Mobile City Council approved funding for the Gulf Coast Amtrak Train Service running from New Orleans to Mobile with a 6-0 vote. Southern Rail Commission Chairman Knox Ross says with platforms ready in New Orleans and the Mississippi cities the next steps are getting the platform and station track completed in Mobile…
Ross says the commute for two trains that will run round trip from New Orleans to Mobile with stops in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport Biloxi, and Pascagoula will initially be slightly slower than driving but says most of the funding for the project is going towards track improvement…
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With all the cities along the route pedestrian-friendly, Ross believes this will become a great weekend getaway for South Louisianians…
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Ross says the service is projected to begin in the spring of 2025 and the schedule and fares will be posted on the Amtrak.com website around 90 days before services begin.
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State Police are urging motorists to slow down as kids head back to the classroom. Trooper Eddie Thomas says to be mindful of school zones along your commute and to pay extra attention to your surroundings.
When in a school zone, Thomas reminds you to be mindful of cross-guards. He says they have the authority to control traffic flow at intersections and ensure student safety. Thomas also says to pay attention to speed limits in school zones.
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Thomas also reminds motorists school zones are cellphone-free zones.
In school zones, motorists should make a concerted effort to minimize distractions, maintain an elevated level of alertness, and be mindful of children in the area.
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Ponchatoula Police have arrested a 16-year-old boy for terrorizing two girls. Ponchatoula Police Chief Bry Layrisson says the 16-year-old had been contacting the victims through social media and phone calls, making threats such as…
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Ponchatoula police detectives arrested the 16-year-old for terrorism on August 5th. Layrrison says incidents like these have been on the rise in the past few years, and warns any would-be copycats to think of the consequences they could face.