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Mississippi Highway Patrol Joins Gas Station Trend to Promote Public Safety

The Mississippi Highway Patrol has joined a popular social media trend by visiting gas stations across the state. The initiative aims to promote public safety and remind residents of law enforcement presence at fueling locations.

Postings include photos and videos with the hashtag #Mississippi, highlighting the patrol’s efforts to connect with the community. Officials say the campaign is part of their ongoing outreach to ensure safety at everyday locations like gas stations.

Details about the specific activities or events during the visits were not provided by the Mississippi Highway Patrol. The department encourages residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity at fueling stations or elsewhere.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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