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Former Jackson officer gets 5-year sentence in beating death
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A former police officer in Mississippi received a five-year prison sentence Wednesday for the 2019 beating death of a man who was pulled from a vehicle during a manhunt.
The former Jackson detective, Anthony Fox, was sentenced by Hinds County Circuit Judge Adrienne Wooten. She gave him 20 years but suspended 15.
A jury on Aug. 4 convicted Fox of culpable negligence manslaughter in the death of 62-year-old George Robinson.
Two other Jackson police officers, Lincoln Lampley and Desmond Barney, were cleared of second-degree murder charges…
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Small businesses feeling impacts of increased traffic caused by Buc-ee’s
SUMMARY: One month after Buc-ee’s opened in South Mississippi, its food and merchandise are popular, but traffic around its single-entrance roundabout is causing issues. Michelle Englett, local business owner, says the roundabout creates heavy congestion, confusing drivers and blocking access to nearby shops. The design directs customers straight to Buc-ee’s, reducing traffic for other businesses. While some visitors find it easy to navigate, they rarely explore beyond Buc-ee’s. Workers at nearby stores suggest solutions, such as additional entrances, employee parking, or a service road to better manage traffic flow and support local commerce.
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Old School Tutoring and Toys offering unique school supplies service
SUMMARY: As summer ends, back-to-school shopping can be stressful for parents like Jeryn Frederic, who has five children. Old School Tutoring and Toys in Pascagoula offers a customizable, affordable school supply bag service that delivers directly to local schools, saving parents time and hassle. Since 2017, owner Christina Bates has grown the service from 50 to over 500 bags annually, with plans to expand. Profits support local schools, donating \$10 per bag purchased to partner schools. The company also offers donation “essential boxes” to help families in need, making back-to-school prep easier for the community.
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“Gulfport Rising” vision introduced to Gulfport School District which includes plan for on-site Football Field!
SUMMARY: Gulfport School District’s Athletic Director Matt Walters unveiled “Gulfport Rising,” a multi-phase vision to enhance the school and community. The plan includes building a high school football stadium on campus—long overdue—along with a natatorium, bowling lanes, pickleball courts, and a powerlifting facility to serve diverse student interests. Head Football Coach Blake Pennock emphasized the project’s significance, highlighting opportunities for athletes, band members, and community events. Both praised the collaboration between the district and city, noting the project’s transition from planning to action. WXXV News 25 will continue covering the developments, marking an exciting future for Gulfport schools.
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