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Local leaders visit Columbus Middle for school’s first intersession
SUMMARY: Columbus Middle School in Mississippi hosted a program where local professionals, including a judge, COO, and firefighters, visited the school to meet the students. The students had the opportunity to participate in a mock trial, debate, and sit in the driver's seat of a fire truck. Principal Kimberly Lathan explained that this program, called intersession, allows students to catch up on class work and improve their academic skills. This is the first year that the Columbus Municipal School District is participating in the modified school calendar.
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SUMMARY: JXN Water announced a temporary road closure on Paden Street in Jackson, Mississippi due to a large sinkhole. Crews are currently working to repair a sewer line on Paden Street between Cummins Street and West McDowell Road after residents voiced concerns about the sinkhole and foul smells. The repairs began on May 8 and are expected to continue until complete. Patricia Barnes, a resident in the area, expressed gratitude for the repairs. JXN Water officials stated that the road will remain closed until repairs are finished.
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SUMMARY: House Bill 349, signed by Governor Tate Reeves, will ban “squatted vehicles” in Mississippi beginning July 1, 2024. These are trucks or vehicles with raised front fenders higher than the rear fenders. Violating the law will result in a misdemeanor, fines, and possible license suspension. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety highlights safety concerns and the importance of maintaining visibility on the roads. The goal is to promote safe driving habits and ensure the safety of everyone sharing the road. The department emphasizes that safety is their top priority and will continue to enforce laws to keep roads safe.
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SUMMARY: Jackson police arrested Larry Stewart, 44, in connection to a recent homicide on Gordon Street. The victim, Ceasar Abrego, was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting on April 28. Stewart has been charged with murder and drive-by shooting. Anyone with information can contact the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
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