SUMMARY: William “Polo” Edwards, accused of killing community activist Robert Davis, has requested the judge, Eleanor Faye Peterson, to recuse herself due to perceived bias. His second trial is scheduled for July 29, 2024. Edwards claims Peterson's behavior during the first trial was unfair, citing online memes and previous cases where he was the defendant. Peterson denied Edwards bond after a mistrial, and he remains in custody. Edwards was arrested after a chase in New Orleans and indicted for murder and illegal possession of a firearm. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

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SUMMARY: Donna Gladney Floyd of Pearl, Rankin County, pled guilty to embezzling $45,000 from the Brandon High School band booster funds. She was arrested in May 2023 and was set to go on trial in 2024 before pleading guilty on April 23. The case was first brought to light by school officials. Floyd is scheduled to be sentenced on April 30, 2024.

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SUMMARY: Progress is being made on Luxapalila Creek in Millport, Alabama, which has been causing flooding issues in the town for over a decade. The Army Corps of Engineers has committed to conducting a preliminary study on the creek and finding funding for dredging and snag removal. The creek has downed trees causing flooding on nearby lands and decreasing property values. No timeline has been set for the work to begin, but Millport leaders are hopeful for a resolution to the ongoing problem. Follow us on Facebook for more news and updates.

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