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$5 million approved for pedestrian bridge connecting museums in Jackson
SUMMARY: Jackson leaders are advancing plans for a pedestrian bridge, funded by a $5 million grant from the THUD Appropriations Act, to connect museums in the LeFleur’s Bluff area, aiming to improve walkability between cultural sites. The bridge would link the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame to other local museums, promoting outdoor recreation and tourism. Taylor Nicholas and Susan Garrard acknowledge the support of Senators Hyde-Smith and Wicker and emphasize the bridge’s economic and community benefits, as part of the broader LeFleur’s Bluff Masterplan. Plans for the project are proceeding with further funding and approvals sought.
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Exxel Outdoors relocating distribution center from Nevada to Mississippi
SUMMARY: Exxel Outdoors is relocating its national warehousing and distribution center from Nevada to Tupelo, Mississippi, investing over $2 million and creating at least 40 new jobs. This move positions the company closer to its customers and its manufacturing plant in nearby Haleyville, Alabama. The Mississippi Development Authority is assisting with incentives for the project, which is expected to bolster the local economy. Exxel’s CEO, Harry Kazazian, praised the supportive environment in Tupelo and intends to begin hiring immediately. The relocation aims to enhance delivery speed and services for the outdoor recreation and military markets.
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Fan vote determines new Pearl pro baseball club will be named Mississippi Mud Monsters
SUMMARY: Trustmark Park, home to the Mississippi Braves for 20 years, will welcome a new Frontier League team, the Mississippi Mud Monsters, starting in 2025. The team name was chosen through a public fan vote, with over 5,600 participants. City officials celebrated the park’s history, noting that around 3.5 million fans attended Braves games. The Mud Monsters aim to build a strong fan culture as well. The team’s inaugural season kicks off on May 8, 2025, featuring a 90-game schedule, culminating on Labor Day weekend. A logo reveal will occur later via the team’s social media channels.
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Tunica homeowner shoots, kills apparent home invader
SUMMARY: An investigation is ongoing in Tunica County following a shooting incident involving a homeowner and an intruder. Early Friday morning, a resident at CottonLand Village Apartments called 911 reporting a break-in. Gunfire erupted, resulting in two individuals being shot. The homeowner, identified as 46-year-old Mardis Carter, was hospitalized with injuries, while the second victim, 30-year-old Nadarius Joiner, died from his wounds. Carter has not faced charges, as he acted within his rights to defend his home against the intruder. Authorities seek information from the public to aid in their investigation.
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