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Trial set after Jackson terminates lease with Retro Metro

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www.wjtv.com – Leah Williams – 2023-08-09 22:17:37

SUMMARY: The of in Mississippi is facing a from Retro Metro, owners of part of the Metrocenter , after a vote to move city offices out of the mall due to hazardous conditions. Retro Metro claims to have invested over $3 million into the facility and blames the city for the issues. They argue that the city breached the 20-year lease by not paying the increased rent for the past two years. A trial has been for October 2, 2023. The city has not yet provided a statement regarding the lawsuit.

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Body found in Pearl River in Jackson

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www.wjtv.com – Cameron Smith – 2024-04-30 21:04:57

SUMMARY: are investigating after a body was found in the Pearl near South Street and Gallatin Street. The deceased person, identified as a male, was found on Tuesday, April 30, prompting multiple emergency units to respond to recover the body. Rankin County deputies and Richland police also assisted at the scene. This incident is being considered a double homicide, with Detective Tommie Brown leading the investigation. Crews are currently working to recover the body from the river. The situation is still developing, and more information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.

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Protesters in custody after Columbia calls in police to end pro-Palestinian occupation

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-04-30 20:58:24

SUMMARY: Late on Tuesday, protesters after Columbia requested their assistance in ending a pro-Palestinian occupation on campus. The police, equipped with helmets and riot gear, cleared out Hamilton Hall, a building that had been occupied by demonstrators for more than 12 hours. The to involve enforcement came after protesters vandalized and blockaded the building, forcing campus security out. The nationwide campus protests started in response to Israel's offensive in Gaza, with tensions rising as administrators face pressure to clear protesters before commencement ceremonies. Despite negotiations and compromises at other universities, the protests continue amid accusations of antisemitism and calls for divestment.

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West Point students participate in Financial Literacy Art Contest

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www.wcbi.com – Aundrea Self – 2024-04-30 19:19:17

SUMMARY: Point High School in Mississippi hosted a Financial Literacy Art Contest for in the accounting class. The goal was to equip them with skills to make good financial decisions as they transition into adulthood. Students chose a financial literacy topic and created artwork to represent it. The judging criteria included creativity, artistic execution, and incorporation of a financial literacy theme. The top five winners received trophies, and the top three also received cash prizes. The teacher emphasized the importance of knowing how to manage finances, such as avoiding maxing out credit cards and understanding bank statements and savings accounts.

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