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This weekend is Mississippi Sales Tax Free Weekend
Shopping malls and local retailers are gearing up for crowds of people as state sales tax weekend approaches.
Tomorrow and Saturday, shoppers can hit the stores to pick-up last-minute supplies, clothing, and footwear. The holiday applies to each eligible item selling for less than $100.
For every dollar you spend, you will…
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Mississippi lawmakers move toward restoring voting rights to 32 felons as broader suffrage bill dies
SUMMARY: Mississippi legislators have advanced bills to restore voting rights to 32 people convicted of felonies, reflecting the state's piecemeal approach to suffrage restoration and its history of disenfranchising crimes from the Jim Crow era. These individuals must get a pardon from the governor or have individual bills passed with two-thirds approval. The state constitution lists 22 crimes that result in loss of voting rights, with the addition of murder and rape in 1968. Efforts to restore suffrage have faced challenges, including a recent bill that was killed. Lawmakers are working to restore voting rights for select individuals, but some advocate for full restoration for all disenfranchised individuals.
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Meggan Monday: Maynard’s Music Store
SUMMARY: Maynard's Music in Ocean Springs is the largest and oldest record store on the Gulf Coast, specializing in vinyl records. They have been in business since 2009 and offer a wide range of recorded media, including CDs, cassettes, and more. The store's owner, Matthew Comstock, hand-selects every record in the building and professionally cleans them. They also participate in Record Store Day, offering special releases only available to physical retailers. The resurgence of vinyl records has made Maynard's a popular spot for music enthusiasts, providing a unique experience that digital formats cannot replicate. The store opens at 9 a.m. with a diverse selection of music.
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Jury scammers target the area
SUMMARY: The Southern District of Mississippi warns the public about a juror scam where individuals receive fraudulent phone calls and emails threatening prosecution for failing to appear for federal jury service. The court emphasizes that they will never ask for sensitive information like Social Security numbers or payment over the phone. Chief Judge Dan Jordan advises against providing personal or financial information to unknown callers and encourages reporting scam phone calls to the local FBI office. If scammed, individuals are advised to authenticate any court orders by contacting the U.S. District Court's clerk's office. The public is reminded to be cautious and vigilant against such scams.
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