SUMMARY: Reform, Alabama has been facing a water crisis due to their outdated water system that hasn't been updated since 1923. Operations Manager Jonathan Bonner highlights the daily risk of system collapse. The city is currently building a new water plant to address these issues, with Mayor Melody Davis leading the efforts to improve the water supply through new wells and water lines. The city has faced catastrophic water losses, with residents going without water for days. The project aims to make the water system more resilient and provide adequate, clean, safe drinking water for the community. The project must be completed by September of the following year.

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SUMMARY: Jackson police are looking for a porch pirate caught on surveillance video stealing Amazon packages across the Jackson-metro area. Detective Tommie Brown said the suspect has taken packages from homes in both Clinton and Jackson. Residents are advised to report any stolen packages or provide additional information to the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers. Contact JPD at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).

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SUMMARY: A family in South Jackson is thankful to be alive after a large tree fell on their house due to strong winds. The tree, uprooted by the winds, damaged their home on Dorgan Street. The family had been watching the weather when they went to bed after being told the severe weather had passed. They were woken up by the sound of the tree creaking and were able to evacuate before it fell on their house. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident. The mayor of Jackson has declared a State of Emergency due to storm damage in the area.

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