Lee County Sheriff Ends Practice of Deputies Directing Highway School Traffic After Tragic Losses
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has announced an immediate change to how school traffic is handled along local highways following
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Mississippi lawmakers weigh cleanup options as 34 counties seek federal aid
State lawmakers met Wednesday to discuss legislation to help communities clean up after January’s winter storm, WJTV reported. Thirty-four counties have requested federal assistance, and the approval process could take time.
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Mississippi ABC warehouse backlog delays orders at liquor stores
A backlog at the Mississippi Alcohol Beverage Control warehouse has delayed shipments to local liquor stores, straining inventory, WJTV reported. Madison Cellars co-owner Richard Peaster said his store recently received an order placed Jan. 22.
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Jackson Mayor introduces RaShall Brackney as new police chief
RaShall Brackney, with over 30 years of law enforcement experience, was introduced Tuesday as Jackson’s new police chief. The City Council is scheduled to confirm her appointment next week.
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Firehawk Aerospace to open manufacturing facility in Crawford, Mississippi
Firehawk Aerospace plans to invest $16.5 million in Crawford, Mississippi, creating 100 jobs as it expands its defense technology operations, according to state officials.
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Senate committee advances MDOT director’s reappointment after ice-storm review
The Senate Highway and Transportation Committee voted Wednesday to send Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director Brad White’s reappointment to the full Senate after questioning him about the agency’s response to a January ice storm.
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Mississippi House Education Committee ends session without school choice bills
The Mississippi House Education Committee voted to adjourn, effectively killing a key school transfer bill and signaling potential delays for school choice initiatives.
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Mississippi waits for federal aid declaration after winter storm damage
Mississippi officials are awaiting a federal declaration to provide individual assistance following last month’s winter storm, while lawmakers plan funding measures to support recovery efforts.
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Mississippi Supreme Court weighs revival of Phil Bryant’s defamation suit against Mississippi Today
The Mississippi Supreme Court heard arguments on whether a lower court improperly dismissed former Gov. Phil Bryant’s defamation lawsuit against Mississippi Today over coverage of a welfare scandal.
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Jackson mayor picks RaShall Brackney for police chief
Mayor John Horhn introduced Dr. RaShall Brackney as his pick to lead the Jackson Police Department, citing more than three decades of law enforcement and public safety experience, WJTV reported.
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