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Art Park under construction in Laurel
SUMMARY: After a year of planning, the Glory House Art Park is nearing completion, with construction underway for three weeks. The project honors Mandy Buchanan and her vibrant artwork. Executive Director Grant Staple explains that the park will feature a 7-foot tall, 20-foot long mural wall displaying art from local and state artists. The space aims to be a symbol of remembrance and a safe area for children to learn about art. The $25,000 project will include lights, trees, benches, and signage of Mandy’s legacy. It will also support after-school programs and community engagement, with completion expected by late August or early September.
Art Park under construction in Laurel.
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SUMMARY: Cam Jackson residents are reacting to Police Chief Joseph Wade’s sudden retirement after nearly 30 years with the Jackson Police Department. Many locals express mixed feelings, surprised by the announcement given Wade’s recent ambitious plans for the department’s future. Some praise his decades of service and wish him well in retirement, hoping he continues contributing to the community. Others voice concerns about public safety and the police force’s stability, questioning the reasons behind his departure and the implications for the city. Despite worries, many acknowledge that Wade’s leadership has strengthened Jackson and laid important groundwork for the future.
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SUMMARY: Tori is advocating for mail-in voting access for a community believed to need it most. Following a break, Tori reviews the Tuesday morning weather forecast. The forecast is drawn by First Alert Weather Kids and sponsored by Mississippi Power. The drawing was submitted by Carson, who illustrated a sun either rising or setting, with a few clouds in the sky over a beautiful field. The day is described as gorgeous, and thanks are extended to Carson for the submission.
Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Karson (8/26)
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SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department recently graduated a new class from its Citizens Police Academy, aimed at building community leaders and ambassadors for law enforcement. The program offers everyday citizens insight into police work, covering dispatch, investigations, operations, patrol procedures, and community policing strategies. Sergeant Frederick Suttles highlighted the importance of participants understanding police functions to share accurate information within their communities. Participants described the experience as eye-opening, promoting better communication between police and citizens. The department plans to hold more academy sessions in the future, providing opportunities for greater public involvement and understanding of police work.
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