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Jackson Co. Board developing vision to better economy, way of living for residents
SUMMARY: The Jackson County Board of Supervisors is developing a vision to better the economy and way of living for residents in 2024, with a focus on investing in road maintenance and infrastructure. The County is using residents' tax dollars to improve the state of the county and has a partnership with the Economic Development Foundation to attract more newcomers and make good partnerships. Overall, Matthew Fall, the county manager, emphasizes the collaboration of county leaders and the commitment to using tax dollars to improve the county's infrastructure and economy for its residents.
The Singing River Health System's Hospice of Light celebrated its 30th anniversary today with a ribbon cutting at their brand-new offices.
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Moss Point barber school ordered to pay more than $900,000 for fraudulent veterans assistance cla…
SUMMARY: A Moss Point Barber School and Salon have been ordered to pay over $900,000 for committing fraud. The owner, April Tucker Beard, falsely certified hours of classes to defraud a veterans education assistance program, receiving over $230,000 in tuition payments. Attorneys successfully won a civil lawsuit against Beard, accusing her of defrauding thousands from the program that provides tuition assistance for veterans. Beard's Salon and barber school must now pay the hefty sum as a result of the fraudulent activities.
U.S. Attorneys said they obtained a civil judgment against a barber school and salon who reportedly defrauded a GI Bill education …
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Southern Miss reveals renovations to Reed Green coliseum
SUMMARY: The Reed Green Coliseum at Southern Miss, standing since 1965, is set for a $35 million renovation project. Planned improvements include a new north entrance and Lobby, a practice facility for basketball teams, premium seating, and other upgrades. Athletic director Jeremy McClain outlined the timeline, with construction expected to start in early 2025, taking about 24 months to complete. The renovations aim to enhance the Coliseum as a welcoming front porch for the university, boosting student enrollment, private giving, and national profile. The seating capacity will remain around 6,800 for athletics and 5,000 for concerts and events.
Over the years Reed Green has gone through some minor renovations but Wednesday the school announced some major ones planned for the next few years.
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NEW DETAILS: Biloxi Councilman Robert Deming III pleads guilty to federal drug charge
SUMMARY: Buxy councilman Robert Demming pleaded guilty to federal drug charges related to his candy shop and catom businesses. After changing his plea to guilty of conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute controlled substances, he faces a sentencing guideline of 70 to 87 months. Prosecutors revealed details of a 3-year investigation, including Demming adding synthetic cannaboids to CBD vapes sold at his stores. Raids were conducted on seven candy shop locations and Demming's home, where nearly $2 million in cash was seized. While he remains on bond, state law may require his removal from office as a public official pleading guilty to a felony.
So far, Deming has not indicated if or when he will leave office.
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