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Retro Metro owner speaks out after filing lawsuit against Jackson
SUMMARY: Last week, a new lawsuit was filed against the city of Jackson for allegedly breaching a contract and engaging in racial discrimination. The owners of Retro Metro, a minority-owned business, claim that the city stopped doing business with them and started renting office space from non-minority owned businesses. Retro Metro also argues that the city breached its lease agreement by not addressing building and parking lot issues and leaving 11 years into the 20-year lease. The mayor, Chokwe Antar Lumumba, claims that the city had complained about conditions to the owners multiple times before deciding to move.
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Clinton police investigate after man killed in shooting
SUMMARY: Clinton police are investigating a fatal shooting near Northside Drive and Briers Drive. A man in his 30s was shot and died at the scene, according to the interim Hinds County coroner. Neighbors reported hearing gunfire before 10 a.m. and suspected a shootout between two people. During the incident, one vehicle crashed into a gas line near North Ridge Apartments, causing a gas leak. A resident was warned to evacuate for safety. Atmos Energy and the Clinton Fire Department addressed the leak. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the shooting.
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Interview: Gumtree Museum to showcase anniversary artwork
SUMMARY: The Gumtree Museum of Art is celebrating its 40th anniversary by showcasing 40 works from its private collection, including photography, sculptures, paintings, drawings, and mixed media. These pieces have been gathered over four decades through donations, purchases, and exhibitions. Director Molly Nolan curated a diverse selection representing a variety of mediums and styles, from traditional landscapes to textile-based mixed media, featuring artists from Mississippi and around the globe. The exhibit runs throughout July until August 2, with a summer break during the first week of July. A reception with food and drinks is planned for July 11 to celebrate the milestone.
The Gumtree Museum of Art in Tupelo is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an impressive artwork display.
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2025 Independence Celebration held at The Rez
SUMMARY: The 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration at the Barnett Reservoir, held each year on the last Saturday of June, combines music, food, and fun to usher in the 4th of July. The event was revived due to public demand, especially to bring back the popular fireworks display. Organized by the Barnett Reservoir Foundation, it has grown to include 15 to 20 food and dessert vendors, making it a family-friendly festival. The board emphasizes the reservoir as a valuable natural resource with parks, RV camping, fishing, boating, and picnicking. The celebration ends with a fireworks show lighting up the night.
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