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Columbus schools may see needed upgrades with bond issue

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-04-12 18:40:25

SUMMARY: The Columbus School District is seeking approval from voters for a 36 million-dollar bond issue to upgrade its schools. The district has identified safety, security, and issues that need to be addressed, such as improving fire safety , enhancing security, and adding additional facilities like gyms. The bond would also fund projects like upgrading bathrooms and repaving parking lots. School believe that these upgrades will not only benefit the but also have a positive impact on the entire community. The bond referendum is for May 14th and requires a 60 percent majority to pass.

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Ole Miss basketball player accused of firing shots during car repo

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www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-04-29 14:02:52

SUMMARY: basketball player Jamarion Demontrez Sharp was for firing shots during a car repossession incident in Oxford, Mississippi. The incident occurred in Price Hill Park on April 26, with Sharp allegedly firing towards the victim while their car was being repossessed. No injuries were reported. Sharp was charged with aggravated assault, taken into custody, and given a $100,000 bond by the Municipal Court judge.

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Yazoo City police investigate apparent murder-suicide

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-04-29 13:52:38

SUMMARY: Yazoo are investigating a murder-suicide after finding Serrelle Bassett deceased with multiple gunshot wounds and Ravonte Fowler deceased from a single gunshot wound in a residence. The police received a call about a possible missing person and conducted a welfare check. It is believed that Fowler shot Bassett before shooting himself. The investigation is ongoing.

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Mom says 8-year-old trampled at Southaven Springfest brawl

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www.wjtv.com – Jessica Knox – 2024-04-29 13:47:25

SUMMARY: An 8-year-old boy, Tylen Shaw, was trampled and suffered a broken arm and bruises at Southaven Springfest after a brawl broke out. His mother, Tyneshia , him to the hospital and now has to teach him to write with his left hand. The incident started with a fight involving teenagers, causing chaos and resulting in the closing early. Shaw's mother says he just wanted to enjoy rides and sweets that night. Southaven plan to release a statement on the incident. Shaw is still in pain but is doing better.

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