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Eudora Welty Library building in Jackson to be demolished
SUMMARY: The Eudora Welty Library building in Jackson, originally a Sears store in 1946 and later a public library, is slated for demolition. After falling into disrepair, the city has ceased its maintenance, and the library board decided to relocate. The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) is involved in plans to replace the historic building with a green public park, reflecting Jackson’s original 1822 design. The park is being designed by a national firm and will connect the Two Mississippi Museums and State Street. Noble T. Crigler donated the first $1 million, with additional funding from the Mississippi Legislature and private donations. The new park will be named after Crigler’s late wife, Margaret Ann Crigler. MDAH is also working to help relocate the library downtown.
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Andrew Seymour announced as Mississippi Mud Monsters general manager
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Mud Monsters have appointed Andrew Seymour as their general manager, announced at a press conference at Trustmark Park. With extensive experience in independent baseball, including six seasons as GM of the Palm Beach Cardinals, Seymour aims to create a fun and family-friendly atmosphere at games. He emphasized community engagement and local player recruitment, and plans to make Trustmark Park a year-round entertainment hub. Additionally, management addressed feedback regarding parking costs, pledging free parking. A field manager is set to be hired soon, with the Mud Monsters’ inaugural game scheduled for May 8.
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‘Feast of Justice’ operation yields more than 60 convictions in DeSoto County
SUMMARY: Last month, the Desoto County District Attorney’s Office achieved over 60 felony convictions during the “November’s Feast of Justice” operation. This effort, announced on Monday, reflects the commitment of county prosecutors and staff to enhance community safety. The range of offenses included violent crimes, drug violations, and forgery. District Attorney Matthew Barton emphasized the office’s determination to maintain peace in the neighborhoods. Notably, around 30% of the offenders were Memphis residents, while others hailed from various states and even a foreign national from Mexico. Barton highlighted that their mission extends beyond convictions to protecting the community’s well-being.
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Scams on the rise: Mississippians urged to be cautious when holiday shopping
SUMMARY: As the holiday season approaches, Mississippians are warned to be vigilant against scams targeting personal information. The IRS, alongside its Security Summit partners, promotes the ninth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week, advising taxpayers to exercise caution during holiday shopping and the upcoming tax season. Scammers use sophisticated tactics, such as phishing emails disguised as delivery alerts or IRS communications, to steal sensitive data. To protect against fraud, shoppers are encouraged to use secure websites, avoid public Wi-Fi, update security software, and employ strong passwords and multi-factor authentication. Reporting suspected scams to law enforcement is also recommended.
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