Tenants at Jackson complex report months without water
Residents of Addison Place in Jackson, Miss., say their apartments have been without running water since June, leaving tenants feeling ignored, WJTV reported.
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Jackson council votes to raise tourism, convention tax
The Jackson City Council unanimously approved a resolution to raise the city’s tourism and convention tax, a move that could increase dining and lodging costs, WJTV reported.
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Mississippi to get $188.98 million from Meta settlement
Attorney General Lynn Fitch said Wednesday Mississippi will receive $188,977,258 over 10 years from a multistate settlement with Meta over claims its Facebook and Instagram platforms harmed children.
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Podcast previews Mississippi State’s SEC opener at South Carolina
Lulu Kesin of The Greenville News joined host Brian Hadad on his podcast to preview South Carolina ahead of Mississippi State’s SEC opener, saying the game could have major implications for both teams, coaches and quarterbacks.
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Mississippi State Seeks Court Ruling on Eligibility of Jahron Manning, Malick Sylla
Mississippi State is going to court to seek eligibility for Jahron Manning and Malick Sylla and has added a new player to its roster, reporter Brian Hadad said.
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Mississippians recall Dolly Parton’s ties to state after her death
Residents and collaborators told Mississippi Today that Parton kept close ties to Mississippi through performances, philanthropy and personal friendships.
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Amazon dispute over data center valuations could cut Madison County tax revenue by millions
Amazon Web Services has challenged Madison County’s property valuations for its data centers, a dispute the tax assessor’s office says could reduce next year’s tax receipts by $5 million to $6 million.
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Tougaloo College president vows transparency amid leadership concerns
Corey Wiggins pledged transparency at his first convocation and acknowledged challenges left by prior leadership, as faculty, students and alumni urged collaboration on recruitment and finances.
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Man charged in vehicle burglary at Carlock Toyota
Police charged Walter J. Wright, 45, with two counts of burglary of a vehicle after an incident at Carlock Toyota and a subsequent investigation, authorities said.
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I-20/I-55 ‘Big Fix’ project to repair 36 bridges, start this fall
A freight corridor effort called “The Big Fix” will rehabilitate 36 bridges, fix 32 miles of roadway and add traffic technology, the project website says.
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