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Grass-cutting contracts spark debate at Jackson City Council meeting
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Two contracts designed to help the city get a handle on overgrown cemeteries and right-of-ways sparked debate among council members on Tuesday. At its July 16 meeting, the council approved grass-cutting contracts with Redmond Lawn and Cleaning Service, and PDT Logistics to cut grass along the city’s right-of-way and in the city’s cemeteries.
Authorities searching for suspects after man found dead in Jackson parking lot
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects connected with a 2022 Jackson murder. The Jackson Police Department tells WLBT 3 On Your Side that officers found Jessie Ragsdale dead in a parking lot on Suncrest Drive near the Taco Bell location on July 9, 2022.
JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South receives proclamation and resolution
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson city leaders recognized the Sonic Boom of the South in a major way. During a press conference on Monday, The Boom received a proclamation and resolution from city leaders and Jackson Mayor, Chokwe Antar Lumumba. This comes after JSU announced that the Sonic Boom of...
Dakota Jordan makes decision ahead of next season
CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) - Canton native and star Mississippi State baseball player Dakota Jordan has made his decision on whether to return to Starkville or chase his dream of playing in the MLB. Jordan, who was expected to be a first-round draft pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, didn’t hear...
City councilman says donors offered to fund demolition of dilapidated North Jackson hotel
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A Jackson city councilman says private donors have approached him about funding the demolition of a dilapidated hotel along I-55 North. On Tuesday, Ward One Councilman Ashby Foote asked for an update on the city’s efforts to tear down the Hotel O, saying donors are willing to help fund its demolition.
Years of service: City of Vicksburg recognizes 7 employees for combined 57 years
Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs Jr. during Monday’s regular meeting of the Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen recognized city employees for their years of service. Honored on Monday were Vicksburg Police Department’s Danielle Williams and Torin Nailor, each for 10 years of service; Vicksburg Police Department employee Anedra Jones and water department employee Victor Parson, […]
Crime Prevention Surveillance Center unveiled in Terry
TERRY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Town of Terry unveiled its Crime Prevention Surveillance Center on Tuesday, July 16. Powered by solar energy, officials will be able to view a live feed of what’s happening in the town. “And guys, it’s a great system. I mean, if you ride through Terry at nighttime, first thing you’re […]
Double murder suspect captured in Scott County
SCOTT COUNTY, Miss (WJTV) – A double murder suspect was captured in Scott County. Scott County deputies said they were notified that Carlos Daniels was in the county on Thursday, July 11. They said the double homicide occurred in Winston County the same day. Investigators said Chief Deputy Brad Ellis spotted Daniels’ vehicle on Highway […]
Disabled Woman Saved by Vicksburg Fire Department
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Just after 10:30 p.m., units with the Vicksburg Fire Department responded to a fire call at 821 Speed Street at the Marshall Apartments. According to Chief Derrick Stamps, “Upon arrival, the crew could see smoke and was made aware that a disabled person was inside the structure. The firefighters made forcible entry into the structure. Once inside, they found a disabled person who needed to be treated for smoke inhalation. The patient was transported to Merit Health ER. It was determined that a pot had been left on the stove.”
Mother uses tragic loss to make positive difference
BROOKHAVEN — Falana McDaniel turned the tragic death of her son Mikeil McDaniel into an opportunity to make a positive difference. Her charity Mikeil D’s Hope Foundation was started to support the education of K-12 students. One of her programs is the Adopt-A-School program which provides necessary learning materials to support students who may not […] The post Mother uses tragic loss to make positive difference appeared first on Daily Leader.
Emergency hospital opening in Smith County
RALEIGH, Miss. (WDAM) - Covington County Hospital and South Central Regional Medical Center will be collaborating to open the Smith County Emergency Hospital. The new rural emergency hospital is expected to begin operations in late December 2024 or early January 2025. The hospital will be located at 347 Magnolia Drive in Raleigh.
Big hole in the middle of a Mississippi street has become a frustrating obstacle
JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) -- People in a West Jackson neighborhood said they’ve been complaining for years about a big hole in the middle of a street. They said their calls to the city haven’t helped. Rashad Caston said he has fond memories growing up in a thriving Jackson...
Ocean Springs looking to add pirate, Native American historical landmarks in city
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - The Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday evening to consider adding historical landmarks in the city for two figures who played a role in shaping the Gulf Coast. The two figures are Laurens de Graaf and Jean Baptiste Baudreau II. De Graff was the...
Columbus Place developers request takeover of city street section
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The facelift on the former Leigh Mall continues, and now developers have some more room to grow. Hull Properties, which bought the historic Columbus retail center and has since dubbed it Columbus Place, recently went to the Columbus City Council with a request to take over a section of a city street that sits between Highway 45 and the shopping center.
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