SUMMARY: An officer-involved shooting in McComb, Mississippi, resulted in one suspect’s death on November 14. Police responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of 25th Street, where two suspects exited. One suspect threatened officers with a weapon, leading to the officers shooting him. Authorities are searching for additional suspects believed to be in a gray 2016 Dodge Charger. One individual has been arrested, and investigators think three or four more were involved. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the incident, urging the public to avoid the suspects, who are considered armed and dangerous.

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SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi’s Golden Triangle area is experiencing a construction boom, driven by the arrival of a multi-billion dollar aluminum mill. Mark Jones of Cash and Carry Building Supply notes increased sales and a rising demand for housing due to more people moving to the region. Robert Benton, owner of Benton’s Military Hardware, shares optimism about the local economy’s future, highlighting opportunities for contractors and suppliers as new homes are built. This influx is expected to enhance the real estate market by increasing housing availability, benefiting the community overall.

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SUMMARY: Pickens County, Alabama, faces a critical shortage in emergency medical care. The county’s ambulance service, which once had two ambulances thanks to a temporary subsidy, is now down to one due to funding cuts. With no more subsidy funds, the service faces closure on December 1 unless they can secure funding to continue paying staff raises. This shortage not only affects emergency calls but also vital patient transport, including those needing dialysis and doctor visits. Local police are stepping in to provide emergency services, but without more ambulances, response times could rise significantly. County officials are seeking solutions.

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