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WTVA’s Sami Roebuck speaks with Brandon Presley’s watch party

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6 months ago

November 8, 2023

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2023-11-08 09:17:25

SUMMARY: Democratic candidate Brandon Presley fell short in his bid for the Mississippi governor's seat, losing to GOP Governor Tate Reeves. However, Presley highlighted the impact of his campaign in uniting different political and racial groups. Inspired by Presley's run, young voters like Caleb Roberson see it as a sign that they too can accomplish great things. Despite the setback, the Democratic party remains hopeful, believing that future victories are possible. While Presley did not confirm his plans for the next election, his supporters hope he will run again.

Presley made a strong run at the governor's seat, but he was unsuccessful in unseating Tate Reeves.

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Long-time Jackson Church moving to Ridgeland

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May 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-20 07:56:55

SUMMARY: Meadowbrook Church of Christ in Jackson, prominent for 60 years, is relocating to Sunnybrook Children's Home in Ridgeland to make room for a new elementary school campus. St. Richard Catholic School has purchased the Meadowbrook property for $2.5 million and plans to move in by next year. Father Joe Tonos of St. Richard welcomed the move, citing previous enrollment and infrastructure issues at their old location. The move is viewed positively by faculty, parents, and church members, with hopes for stronger community engagement. Meanwhile, existing buildings at St. Richard will be repurposed for parish use.

Meadowbrook Church of Christ has been located in the capital city for 60 years

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New program will teach Jacksonians how the water system works

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10 hours ago

May 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-19 22:50:17

SUMMARY: Jackson Water is launching a new educational initiative called the Jackson Water Academy. Starting next month, the program will offer three two-hour sessions on the water system, treatment processes, billing, and sustainability. The aim is to provide insight into the efforts taken to rehabilitate the system and ensure its future sustainability. Applications for the June event are open, with a deadline at the end of May. The program seeks to increase public understanding of the local wastewater utility and its operations.

New program will teach Jacksonians how the water system works

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Overnight lane closure in Madison County

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10 hours ago

May 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-19 22:41:30

SUMMARY: The Planning Committee will discuss the matter at Tuesday's City Council meeting. M-DOT is preparing for overnight roadwork, starting at 7:00 PM tonight and continuing through 6:00 AM until Thursday. Crews will close lanes on the I-55 bridges over Highway 51 and the CNIC Railroad in Madison County to perform a concrete overlay. This work is part of an ongoing effort to repair the bridges.