SUMMARY: Jackson resident Samuel Harrison received a $17,000 water bill, shocking him as he had never seen such a high bill before. He believes there may be a leak near his home causing the issue or a faulty water meter. Despite contacting JXN Water, he feels he is not getting the assistance he needs and was told to hire his own plumber. Harrison is frustrated by the lack of help and the unexpected financial burden of the water bill, as he and his girlfriend are the only ones living at the residence.

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SUMMARY: Cooper Lighting Solutions will close its Vicksburg, Mississippi facility, transitioning lighting fixture manufacturing to other locations. Regional suppliers and company locations will handle poles operations with no service interruptions expected. The decision impacts employees who will be managed respectfully and professionally. Employees will remain with the company until the transfer of work is completed, and they can apply for open positions at other facilities if qualified. The closure has been communicated in compliance with local and federal laws.

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SUMMARY: Katrina Harris from Pike County, Mississippi, was arrested for SNAP fraud after receiving nearly $70,000 in benefits by providing inaccurate information to the Mississippi Department of Human Service. She surrendered to authorities on March 26 after an investigation revealed she did not report household income and composition accurately. The case was referred to the Pike County District Attorney's office, resulting in an indictment secured on March 5. Harris turned herself in on March 26. Suspected fraud can be reported to MDHS online, by phone, or via email.

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