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Biloxi PD hosting third annual Citizen’s Police Academy
SUMMARY: The Biloxi Police Department is holding its annual Citizen’s Police Academy free of charge for Harrison County residents. The academy, which begins on August 23rd, will run for multiple weeks, offering weekly two-hour sessions on Wednesday evenings. The class is limited to 25 people who will learn about police work, both in the classroom and through ride-alongs and hands-on equipment demonstrations. Applications are open to residents who are at least 21 years old. The police department designed the program to help citizens understand their local law enforcement better.
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Mississippi’s $110 Million Investment Lays Foundation for Future Economic Development Success
SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced Mississippi’s investment of over $110 million aimed at boosting economic development, infrastructure, workforce training, and tourism. More than $97 million will enhance site development and infrastructure projects to stimulate private sector investments and job creation. Key initiatives funded include the Site Development Grant Program, which allocates funds for various industrial sites across the state. Additionally, funding will go towards improvements in education, workforce training, and essential infrastructure in various counties. Reeves emphasized the significance of this funding in maintaining Mississippi’s economic growth and increasing high-paying job opportunities for residents.
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Trump makes a victor’s return to Washington and pledges a ‘smooth’ transition of power from Biden
SUMMARY: Donald Trump returned to the White House for a nearly two-hour meeting with President Joe Biden, marking a significant political comeback after his defeat in 2020. Initially rivals, both leaders emphasized a commitment to a smooth transition of power. Trump, who left Washington as a diminished figure in January 2021, now prepares to assume power again, supported by a Republican resurgence. During the meeting, Trump acknowledged the challenges of politics and expressed gratitude for the transition process, contrasting his current demeanor with his earlier nervousness when meeting President Obama. The occasion highlighted Trump’s regained dominance within the GOP.
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Here are the people President-Elect Trump has picked for key positions so far
SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump is appointing key allies from his 2024 campaign to top positions in his second administration. Notable picks include Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, Kristi Noem for Homeland Security, and William McGinley as White House Counsel. Other selections include John Ratcliffe as CIA Director, Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel, and Mike Waltz as National Security Adviser. Susie Wiles is named Chief of Staff, while Tom Homan is designated as “border czar.” Trump also chose Stephen Miller for Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
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