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Some Mississippi taxpayers get more time to file in wake of Jackson’s water crisis

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District engineers at the O.B. Curtis Treatment Plant in , Mississippi, after led to a water crisis in the state's capital . The pumping system is getting back online. In the meantime, a of Uncle Sam's agencies are offering relief. (USACE by Sabrina Dalton via Wikipedia Commons)

Thursday, Sept. 15, is the deadline for most taxpayers who must make third quarter estimated tax payments. Some Mississippi filer, however, get until next February.

But the reason for the extension is not one they, or anyone, would want.

Heavy rains on in late August led to flooding of the Pearl , which overwhelmed a municipal water pump in Jackson, the Magnolia State capital. Once the pump failed, residents were left without running water.

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Taps are working again, but when it resumed, the water wasn't potable. Or ready for any other normal use as the social post below shows.

My water just now in Jackson, MS pic.twitter.com/LFfat03dCv

— Molly Minta (@mintamolly) September 9, 2022

The good is that JacksonBy: skbell1
Title: Some Mississippi taxpayers get more time to file in wake of Jackson's water crisis
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Powerball numbers drawn for $645 million jackpot

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www.wjtv.com – Addy Bink – 2024-03-18 22:02:01

SUMMARY: The Powerball jackpot has soared to $645 million, while the Mega Millions grand prize is estimated at $875 million. The odds of winning either jackpot are slim, with Mega Millions at 1 in 302.6 million and Powerball at 1 in 292.2 million. If you win, it's recommended to seek professional advice and take your time making decisions. Jackpot winners can choose between an annuitized payout over 29 years or a lump sum, with payouts varying by . The largest lottery prizes in the U.S. range from $842.4 million to $2.04 . Powerball tickets are $2 each and are sold in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Meet and greet with Caledonia Chief Marshal

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www.wcbi.com – Winston Reed – 2024-03-18 21:48:47

SUMMARY: Caledonia's new Chief Marshal, Lauren Rhea, recently met with the public for the first time at a meet and greet hosted by the Marshal Department at the town hall. Rhea, a retired Lt. Colonel with three decades of military experience, transitioned into enforcement before assuming his current role in Caledonia about two months ago. He emphasized the difference between working for larger departments and the community-oriented policing approach in a small town like Caledonia. Rhea expressed his dedication to responding to the needs and requests of the community while to the town .

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Effort to revive Mississippi ballot initiative process is squelched in state Senate

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-03-18 20:31:11

SUMMARY: Mississippi legislators are not likely to restore a ballot initiative this year as a Senate chairman did not bring up a proposal before the deadline. Efforts to revive the initiative process were stymied by significant differences between the House and Senate, both controlled by . The House adopted a resolution to restore the initiative process through a constitutional amendment, requiring 150,000 signatures and 40% of the total votes cast. The Senate passed a bill with different requirements, a 67% vote threshold, to guard against out-of- interests influencing Mississippi . Both proposals banned initiatives to alter laws.

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