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Third annual Cottrell Street festival underway in West Point

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2 months ago

May 11, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-05-11 22:26:07

SUMMARY: The Cottrell Street Festival in West Point, Mississippi aimed to connect people with the street's vibrant history, which was once a hub for African American businesses in the 60s. The festival organizers wanted to shift the negative perception of the street as drugs and alcohol-infested in the 70s and 80s. They aimed to educate the younger generation about the economic contributions of black businesses in the area. People from outside the state attended the festival, and organizers are already looking for volunteers for next year. The festival was seen as a way to teach school children about their culture and history.

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New leadership named for the Jackson City Council

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18 mins ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-02 14:44:56

SUMMARY: The Jackson City Council has new leadership with Councilwoman Virgi Lindsay of Ward 7 named president and Councilman Brian Grizzell of Ward 4 named vice president, starting July 2. They will serve in these roles for the next year. Former Council President Aaron Banks initially nominated Councilwoman Angelique Lee of Ward 2 for the presidency, but she declined. Lee had previously served as vice president.

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Emergency motion judgment filed against Dau Mabil’s wife

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2 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-02 13:00:09

SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, Bul Mabil filed an emergency motion against Karissa Bowley, widow of his brother Dau Mabil, who was found deceased in the Pearl River in April 2024 after disappearing in March. Bul seeks an independent autopsy by a selected doctor, Dr. Matthias Okoye, whom Bowley rejects. The Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office determined Dau's cause of death as drowning but left the manner of death undetermined. No external trauma was found, but ethanol was detected in the postmortem toxicological analysis. The court hearing saw discussions on permitting an independent autopsy before releasing Dau's remains.

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Brandon now home to Entergy’s EV fast chargers

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2 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Marie Mennefield – 2024-07-02 12:45:36

SUMMARY: Entergy Mississippi has installed a $350,000 direct current electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station in downtown Brandon, near Interstate 20. The facility, ready in time for the busy Fourth of July travel period, aims to serve both local residents and travelers on I-20 and I-55. The station features two fast chargers with a capacity of up to 180 kilowatts, compatible with various EV models, allowing a full charge for $20-$30 within 30-45 minutes. This installation, along with one in Ridgeland, enables Entergy to study EV impacts on the power grid and plan future infrastructure. Brandon Mayor Butch Lee welcomes the initiative.

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