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Hinds County to kick off Holiday Blitz
SUMMARY: This week's events can be found on WAPT.com. Expect an increased number of Hinds County deputies this Fourth of July as part of a joint holiday blitz with Capitol Police to ensure safety and responsible celebrations. The initiative will include checkpoints to monitor and encourage safe behavior, especially regarding alcohol consumption. The Sheriff urges residents to comply with fireworks ordinances.
Hinds County sheriff, Capitol police team up for Fourth of July safety operation
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Body found by railroad tracks in Lowndes County, no foul play expected
SUMMARY: WTV 9 News reports a body was discovered this afternoon near railroad tracks northeast of Columbus, around the Smith Road and Pennington Road intersection. Found at approximately 2:30 PM by a railroad worker during a routine inspection, the body was under a collapsed hunting stand. Authorities, including Sheriff Eddie Hawkins, were on scene, and they have confirmed the deceased is a male with no visible signs of foul play or trauma. The coroner has taken the body for further examination, and the investigation is ongoing. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
A body has been found in Lowndes County.
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Hosemann aims to tackle Mississippi’s chronic absenteeism rate
SUMMARY: Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann is tackling chronic absenteeism in Mississippi's public schools, where nearly 24% of students miss 18 or more days annually. This issue affects over 100,000 out of approximately 400,000 students in the state. To improve attendance, Hosemann proposes limiting cell phone use in schools, raising salaries for school attendance officers, and modifying the school calendar. He emphasizes that regular attendance is crucial for students' future financial viability. Further details on these proposals will be discussed in the upcoming 5:00 and 6:00 newscasts.
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