Mississippi News
Officer makes history as Macon PD’s 1st woman investigator
SUMMARY: Kayla Hill-Duck is the first female investigator to join the Macon Police Department. She says she earned the promotion through hard work and commitment to serving the community. The police chief praises her work ethic and dedication, saying she stood out from the start and worked harder than anyone else. Duck is ready to take on her new role and is committed to protecting the citizens of Macon. She has gone from graduating from the police academy to this promotion within just six months. The Macon Police Department is eager to serve the people and assures them that no job is too large or too small.
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Columbus voters overwhelmingly approve school bond – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Columbus voters approved a $36 million school bond issue with nearly 85% of voters in favor, surpassing the required 60% majority. The funds will be used for modernization, renovations, and additions in the Columbus Municipal School District. Superintendent Dr. Stanley Ellis expressed gratitude to voters and volunteers for their support. The final tally was 1,221 in favor and 203 against. This decision will have a long-term impact on the city's schools.
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Local Habitat for Humanity expands to helping repair homes
SUMMARY: The Columbus-Lowndes Habitat for Humanity in Lowndes County, Mississippi has expanded its mission to include home repairs, rehabilitating over 20 homes in the past five years. Volunteer numbers have decreased during the pandemic, impacting the organization's ability to recruit volunteers for building and the Re-Store. Despite this, Habitat continues to focus on building new homes for families, having built between 60 and 65 homes in its 35-year history. The organization is working to adapt to the challenges brought on by the pandemic while continuing to support families in need of affordable housing.
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Economic developments aim to keep Mississippi’s workers in state
SUMMARY: Gov. Tate Reeves of Mississippi is focusing on economic growth in his second term, investing state funds in major projects like an electric battery plant and an Amazon data center. Dr. Joshua Hendrickson believes these investments can create network effects, attracting more companies and population to the state. The goal is to increase economic development and ultimately see economic growth. However, Mississippi's low population and workforce participation rate pose challenges, especially among young people. Hendrickson suggests creating an environment that rewards desired behavior to address these issues. Overall, the state is working towards creating network effects to boost its economy and attract more residents.
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