Mississippi News
Council disagrees on how to finance Propst Park project
SUMMARY: Columbus City Council in Mississippi is at a standstill over funding for improvements to Propst Park. The council voted to take out a $3 million loan to fund the upgrades, but Vice Mayor Joseph Mickens is concerned about the lack of options explored for the loan. Mickens questions why local banks were not considered and is disappointed that no financial institutions in Columbus were willing to back the project. The issue will be discussed further in an upcoming work session.
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SUMMARY: Ryan Quinney, a junior linebacker at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), tragically died in a car accident on November 8 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. MVSU officials expressed their heartbreak, stating that Quinney was a vibrant member of the community whose spirit uplifted those around him. He was confirmed to have passed away in a statement released on the university’s Facebook page. Quinney, originally from Mobile, Alabama, will be deeply missed by his friends, faculty, and teammates. The incident has garnered significant attention as the community mourns his loss.
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SUMMARY: Jackson residents are grappling with the recent indictments of Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and City Councilman Aaron Banks on bribery charges. All three officials have pleaded not guilty. A detailed 32-page indictment reveals that they were allegedly caught on camera exchanging large sums of cash during a trip to Fort Lauderdale, with the FBI monitoring their activities. Experts suggest the penalties they face could lead to guilty pleas, while defense strategies may hinge on claiming entrapment. Their next federal court appearance is scheduled for January 2025.
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Mississippi News
Bribery case adds to problems in Mississippi city with water woes and policing disputes
SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba faces federal bribery and conspiracy charges alongside two elected officials, pleading not guilty to charges related to a downtown development project. Amidst ongoing distrust in Jackson’s government, exacerbated by water crises and increased state police presence due to concerns from white legislators, Lumumba maintains his innocence, asserting political persecution. The city struggles with poverty, poor water quality, and service issues, with over 80% of its population being Black. The FBI investigation revealed bribes paid for political favors, prompting deeper skepticism about local leadership amidst a backdrop of systemic challenges.
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