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Hinds, Rankin counties receive pavement rehabilitation projects

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1 week ago

September 13, 2023

www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2023-09-13 11:01:38

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced two pavement rehabilitation projects in central Mississippi. In Rankin County, a project will involve the mill and overlay of 9.2 miles of U.S. Highway 49, along with repairs, widening of turn lanes, and guardrail upgrades. In Hinds County, the project calls for the mill and overlay of 11 miles of State Route 27, including repairs, drainage pipe repairs, and sign and guardrail replacements. The projects aim to improve safety and provide smoother rides for commuters. The contracts for both projects were awarded to APAC-Mississippi, Inc., with work scheduled to start soon.

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September 23, 2023

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2023-09-23 10:59:53

SUMMARY: Jordan Thurmond, 21, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the killing of 29-year-old Dan Belton in Jackson, Mississippi. Belton's body was found with multiple gunshot wounds near Old Highway 49 east. A second suspect, Justin Thurmond, was previously arrested and also charged with murder. They are believed to be connected to the kidnapping of a baby in August. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Jackson police or Crime Stoppers.

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2nd suspect arrested after Jackson man killed, baby kidnapped in August

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September 23, 2023

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2023-09-23 10:36:47

SUMMARY: A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting and kidnapping that occurred in Jackson, Mississippi on August 30. Keyonte Charleston, 21, was charged with capital murder, kidnapping, burglary of an occupied dwelling, and armed robbery. The incident involved multiple suspects who wore masks and kicked in the back door of a residence, robbing the residents, killing Anthony Brown, and kidnapping a 10-month-old child at gunpoint. One suspect, Jazmyn Johnson, 18, was arrested the same day, and the baby was safely recovered. Warrants have also been issued for two other suspects, Tristin Goodlett, 17, and Shanicholaus Taylor, 20.

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How gas prices have changed in Mississippi in the last week

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September 23, 2023

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www.wjtv.com – Stacker – 2023-09-23 09:53:08

SUMMARY: Gas prices have remained relatively stable over the past week, sitting about 20 cents higher than the previous year. This increase is largely due to the decision by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries to cut oil production until the end of 2023. Additionally, lower refinery utilization rates have contributed to slightly higher prices in certain regions, such as the Midwest. These higher gas prices have played a role in the persistently high inflation rate seen in August. States with the largest increases in gas prices include Nevada, California, and Arizona. In Mississippi, gas prices currently sit at $3.29.

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