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Bill would make changes to “PERS” board
SUMMARY: State lawmakers are considering a bill to change the public employees retirement system board from mostly elected to mostly appointed. Some support the bill, while others are hesitant. Representative Hank Zuber clarified that the bill would not change benefits and addressed long-term concerns. Senator Tyler McCon disagrees with political appointments and hopes for thoughtful changes. The current board is concerned about potential impacts on the makeup of the board and scheduled rate increases for employers. They, along with other lawmakers, are calling for the bill to be stopped and for careful consideration before making any changes.
Mississippi lawmakers are considering a bill that would make changes to the “PERS” board.
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East Union defeats Pisgah in Softball State Championships
SUMMARY: In the State softball championships, East Union faced off against Pisa with Miss softball Lucy Cochran leading the way. With a dominating performance, East Union held a 1-0 lead going into the sixth inning. Pisa had a chance to score, but East Union managed to throw out a runner at home plate. In the seventh inning, Marley Clayton added an insurance run with an RBI single. Cochran pitched the entire game, securing a shutout win with a final score of 3-0. East Union emerged victorious in a hard-fought matchup at the championships.
East Union wins its game against Pisgah in the Softball State Championships.
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JPD investigates homicide at Parham Bridges Park
SUMMARY: There was a heavy police presence at Palm Bridges Park, with crime scene tape blocking off an area and a fire unit hosing down the scene. The coroner and crime scene unit were also on the scene, collecting evidence in brown bags. Details are still developing, and reporters are working to gather more information on the situation.
Jackson police are investigating after someone was found shot to death at Parham Bridges Park.
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JXN Water announces closure for Forest Ave. Extension
SUMMARY: Jackson Water has issued a temporary road closure on Forest Avenue extension due to repairs on a water main transmission. The closure is from Methodist Home Road to Hill Drive and is expected to last through the end of the week. Residents are advised to access Hill Drive from Highway 49 during this time.
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