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Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s location to break ground on Tuesday

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1 year ago

September 10, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-09-10 08:00:03

SUMMARY: Buc-ee’s, a popular convenience store chain, is set to open its first location in Mississippi. The 74,000-square-foot facility will offer fueling positions, EV charging stations, and a wide variety of food and drink options. Buc-ee’s is known for its clean restrooms and extensive food selection. The store is expected to create at least 200 jobs with good pay and benefits for employees. Buc-ee’s is also famous for being the world’s largest convenience store and holding the record for the world’s longest car wash. The new location is expected to contribute to the local economy and be a popular stop for travelers.

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Pearl police officer fired following accusations of theft

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26 minutes ago

November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 16:28:00

SUMMARY: A Pearl police officer has been fired and is accused of stealing money, although no criminal charges have been filed. Chief Nick McLendon reported that the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the allegations, which surfaced on Monday. The officer was placed on administrative leave while McLendon sought termination approval from the city’s Board of Aldermen, which was granted. McLendon emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, stating that the officer should be presumed innocent until proven guilty while the investigation continues.

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Jackson councilman calls for mayor to take leave of absence amid corruption investigation

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3 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-22 14:01:00

SUMMARY: Amid a bribery investigation in Jackson, Mississippi, Councilman Kenneth Stokes is urging Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba to take a leave of absence and consider a plea deal after pleading not guilty to federal corruption charges. Stokes argues that the investigation, which has already led to indictments of four officials, is hindering city progress and eroding public trust. With a trial set for January 2025, Stokes believes Lumumba should prioritize his family’s well-being and cut a deal. The situation has strained relationships in the city, leading residents to relocate and prompting concerns about potential state intervention due to distrust in city leadership.

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Memphis man found guilty of murdering former Southaven football player

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3 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 13:31:00

SUMMARY: Mark McDaniel has been convicted of second-degree murder for the December 2022 shooting death of former professional football player Christian Saulsberry at a house party in Walls, Mississippi. DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton described the act as reckless and cowardly, emphasizing that Saulsberry was a promising young man whose life was senselessly cut short. McDaniel became intoxicated at the party and, after a confrontation with the host, retrieved a firearm and fired into the crowd, fatally striking Saulsberry, who was merely an innocent bystander. McDaniel is set to be sentenced on December 17, 2024.

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