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Jackson fined $900,000 for 2023 garbage crisis
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality fined the City of Jackson $900,000 for failing to pick up residents‘ garbage in 2023. The city must pay $375,000 of the penalty to MDEQ. The rest of the penalty totaling $525,000 will be held in abeyance for two years pending compliance with the agreed order. The failure to collect residential garbage resulted from the city’s inability to agree on a garbage vendor. The city entered into an emergency contract with Richard’s Disposal, which will end on March 31, 2024. Currently, there is pending litigation between the City of Jackson and Richard’s Disposal over a new request for proposals.
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Two killed in crash involving bus carrying Mississippi Gulf Coast CC band
SUMMARY: A tragic crash on Highway 98 in Pike County, Mississippi, resulted in the deaths of two individuals in a Ford Ranger truck, which collided with a bus carrying members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Band of Gold. The incident occurred on September 19 as the band was heading to a football game against South Mississippi Community College. Fortunately, none of the students on the bus were injured. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is currently investigating the cause of the accident.
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How Isaac Smith became MSU’s top defender
SUMMARY: Isaac Smith, a safety for Mississippi State, emerged as a football standout at Itawamba Agricultural High School, attracting Division I offers. Coming from an athletic family, with his father playing at Ole Miss, Isaac’s first offer also came from there. However, he felt a strong connection with Mississippi State and its late coach Mike Leach, who he admired for his kindness, including attending a game when Isaac wasn’t playing. Following Leach’s unexpected passing, Isaac sought guidance through prayer and ultimately chose Mississippi State, feeling called to be there. Today, he remains committed, regardless of coaching changes.
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WW II Veteran honored, celebrates 100 years of life
SUMMARY: Odis Brown, a World War II veteran and member of the “Greatest Generation,” celebrated his 100th birthday with family and friends at Tupelo‘s Apostolic Life Church. Having enlisted in the Marines as a teenager, Brown fought in the Battle of Okinawa and was injured. During the celebration, it was announced that the U.S. military would replace his lost medals and awards due to a house fire decades prior. As the last living WWII veteran of the Andrew Lawhon Detachment of the Marine Corps League, Brown emphasized the importance of remembering the sacrifices of previous generations and continuing to serve as engaged citizens.
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