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Columbus Councilman’s involvement with waffle house robbery
SUMMARY: Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry has defended his department's handling of an investigation in which Ward 4 Councilman Pierre Beard was present. Beard was questioned about an armed robbery that took place outside a Waffle House in June. While Beard has not been charged in the case, there has been some debate about whether the police department should hand off the investigation due to a potential conflict of interest. However, Chief Daughtry argues that politics do not matter when it comes to the law and believes that Beard did not commit a crime. The case will be presented to a grand jury.
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SUMMARY: Firefighters at Fire Station 2 in Starkville, Mississippi, have created a DIY training room in an underused storage space to improve their search and rescue skills. The space is set up with realistic obstacles and scenarios to help them prepare for different situations. The goal is to eventually build a larger-scale facility for more comprehensive training. The firefighters believe that continuous training is essential to ensure citizen safety and respond effectively in emergencies. By practicing in a realistic environment, they can improve their response time and better serve the community.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers passed House Bill 1640, limiting the time people can be held in jail awaiting mental health care. The law states that individuals awaiting civil commitment can only be held for 48 hours unless facing criminal charges. The aim is to provide timely mental health treatment rather than keeping individuals in jail. The law will go into effect on July 1. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott believes these changes are needed to address mental health issues in county jails. While it's a step in the right direction, more treatment facilities are needed to expedite the process and prevent unnecessary stays in jail.
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SUMMARY: The Burns Bottom Redevelopment Project in Columbus, Mississippi is progressing as a Phase 1 Environmental review is expected to be completed early this summer. Friendly City Development Partners submitted a proposal for the area by the deadline, and although no contract agreement has been signed yet, an initial meeting about the next steps has already taken place. The environmental review will help in finalizing the design of the project, which involves Live Adelaide and Burns Dirt as part of Friendly City Development Partners. Stay updated on news and developments by following on Facebook.
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Flooding leads to issues in Jasper, Smith counties
Union County fire department working to raise money for storm shelters
Five Terry track athletes sign to run at next level
JTRAN drivers still have gripes
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