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Rep. Chris Bell stresses need to help Jackson

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2 years ago

January 17, 2022

Podcast: Rep. Chris Bell hopes emphasis is placed on state's capital city during 2022 session

by Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today
January 17, 2022

Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender talk with Rep. Chris Bell, D-Jackson, about the myriad of issues facing the 2022 legislative session, ranging from taxes, to teacher pay to medical marijuana and others. Bell also stressed the need to address issues facing the city of Jackson to help the state as a whole progress.

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This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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CPD makes Aggravated Domestic Violence arrest

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April 27, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-04-27 21:44:57

SUMMARY: On April 27th, Columbus Police responded to a gunshot victim in the 800 block of North Lehmberg. Courtney Stewart Wiggly was arrested for shooting her husband, Daryl Wiggly, who sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was flown to Jackson for treatment. Courtney is in custody at Lowndes County Adult Detention Center awaiting her Initial Appearance. The incident is being investigated as aggravated domestic violence. Follow updates on Facebook for more news.

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Seniors of “Mayor’s Youth Council” honored for accomplishments

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April 27, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-04-27 21:42:32

SUMMARY: The Mayor's Youth Council in Aberdeen, Mississippi honors graduating seniors for their accomplishments. The council, started by Mayor Charles Scott, focuses on community service projects, field trips to learn about history, leadership, and character traits. Incoming Mayor Dwight Stevens looks forward to continuing the work of the council and emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and taking on leadership roles. The swearing-in ceremony for Stevens and other elected officials will take place on May 7 at Aberdeen City Hall. The council aims to empower young leaders to be voices in their community and make a difference.

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Columbus YMCA celebrates 100 years

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11 hours ago

April 27, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-04-27 19:56:38

SUMMARY: The YMCA in Columbus, Mississippi celebrated its 100th anniversary with a block party on April 27. Executive Director Jimmy Woodruff expressed gratitude for the organization and its impact on the community through activities like after school programs, summer camps, and swimming lessons. The YMCA has a vision to continue positively impacting people's lives for the next 100 years. The organization's swimming pool is almost a century old, reflecting the long history of the YMCA. Woodruff emphasized the importance of community involvement and the YMCA's passion for helping people of all ages and backgrounds.

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