Mississippi News
Jackson police arrest man for lying about kidnapping after auto theft
SUMMARY: Jackson police arrested Stedmon Tolliver after he reported a car theft with a child inside. The incident took place at a Family Dollar store in Jackson. Tolliver later admitted he lied about the kidnapping, but his car was still stolen. He was charged with filing a false police report and police are trying to locate the stolen vehicle. The child was not found inside the car at the time of the incident.
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SUMMARY: A mother and her two daughters were shot and killed in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The suspect, Ivory James Welch III, was involved in a gunfight with Arizona state troopers and was killed. The victims were identified as Ida Thomas Welch, 76; Vicky Renee Welch, 56; and Crystal Lynn Welch, 42. Ridgeland police Chief Brian Myers mentioned that Welch had a history of mental illness and previous encounters with law enforcement. The motive for the shooting is unknown, and the investigation is ongoing with the help of the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Welch had an extensive criminal history of domestic assaults and simple assaults dating back to 2006.
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SUMMARY: A recent storm in Pearl, Mississippi caused significant damage to Paradise Pools and Spas, a family-owned business that has been servicing the area for over 40 years. Employee Robyn Henderson expressed concerns about potential internal damage and the possibility of shutting down the business. Owner Kari Beard described the emotional toll of seeing their hard work destroyed but also sees the rebuilding process as an opportunity for growth and improvement. The business has started the cleanup process and is preparing for more severe weather in the coming days to address the damage caused by the recent storm.
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SUMMARY: Voters in the Columbus Municipal School District are being asked to pass a $36 million bond for renovations, with plans for upgrades in buildings including a new gymnasium at Stokes-Beard Elementary, installation of sprinkler systems, bathroom upgrades, and repaving the parking lot at Columbus High School. The polls will close at 7 p.m. The bond issue aims to address various infrastructure needs across the district.
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SuperTalk FM6 days agoMississippi governor approves bill allowing electronic search warrants
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Mississippi News7 days agoStrong storms late Wednesday night – Home – WCBI TV
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Mississippi News6 days ago
Louisville names street after a former high school
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SuperTalk FM6 days ago
$30 million RV park coming to Natchez features amphitheater, pickle ball courts, and more
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Mississippi News6 days ago
Crews close Jackson street due to large sinkhole
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Mississippi News5 days ago
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Mississippi Today4 days agoLawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
