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The Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo hosted its annual School Aid Luncheon Tuesday at First United Methodist Church. (WTVA)    By Madison McCarter   Published: Sep. 22, 2026 at 4:57 PM EDT | Updated: 1 hour ago     Share     (https://google.com/preferences/source?q=https://www.wtva.com)  Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google      TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Those who work behind the scenes to support students got their recognition. The Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo hosted its annual School Aid Luncheon Tuesday at First United Methodist Church. The luncheon brought together school nurses, guidance counselors, principals, assistant principals, and school support therapists from around the area. The luncheon is an avenue for the auxiliary to thank the staff members they partner with throughout the year for the work they do for students.   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