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City of Laurel gearing up to finish Central Avenue project

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3 months ago

February 24, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-02-24 01:42:59

SUMMARY: The City of Laurel is gearing up to continue the second construction phase of Central Avenue with improvements such as brick removal, asphalt paving, drainage enhancements, ADA sidewalks, and brick-accented pedestrian crossings. Mayor Johnny Magee expressed the need to finish the project, which will be funded partially by a $1.7 million grant from MDOT. The total project cost is $2.2 million, with the rest of the funds coming from the city treasury. Completion of the project is expected to improve driving conditions and overall infrastructure in Laurel. Keaundria Milloy from WDAM 7 reports on the progress of the construction.

City of Laurel gearing up to finish Central Avenue project.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-17 18:42:14

SUMMARY: The managing company of Jay Tran buses assured riders that there would be no disruption in service, despite the possibility of a driver strike. Many riders depend on the bus service for their daily transportation needs and were relieved that buses were running on schedule. The Jay Tran employees' union has grievances against the management company, claiming drivers are overworked and penalized for calling in sick. The mayor has scheduled a meeting with the workers to address these issues and urged them to consider the impact on riders before taking any further actions. Riders expressed concern about being caught in the middle of the dispute between management and labor.

JTRAN drivers still have gripes

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Man arrested after Facebook Marketplace robbery

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3 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-17 18:39:36

SUMMARY: An 18-year-old named Torian Josiah Catchings is in custody after a robbery that started as an ad on Facebook Marketplace. The incident occurred over a month ago when Catchings posted an ad selling an iPhone 6 for $200. The victim met him at an apartment complex where Catchings allegedly pulled out a gun and robbed him. Catchings has been charged with armed robbery. Police were able to identify him and take him into custody.

Man arrested after Facebook Marketplace robbery

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Smith County flooding leads to rescues

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4 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-17 17:33:13

SUMMARY: Four people were stranded in Smith County due to heavy rain overnight, with one of them being a 73-year-old. Two homes in the Louin community were taken over by high water, with one having 8 inches of water inside. Emergency officials rescued the individuals and urged anyone with information to contact Crimestoppers or J-P-D. The situation required quick action due to the rising water levels.