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Canton community mourns teacher killed by suspected drunk driver
SUMMARY: The Canton community is mourning the loss of Tyra Small-Jackson, a Nichols Middle School teacher who was killed in a head-on collision by a suspected drunk driver on June 22. The crash occurred on Interstate 55 near Gluckstadt. The suspected driver, Jordan Leah Sullivan, has been charged with aggravated DUI and remains in the hospital. Small-Jackson, who worked at the school for over ten years and was named Teacher of the Year for 2023-2024, was highly regarded by her colleagues and students. The Canton Public School District praised her for her dedicated service and positive influence.
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Heat through the weekend
SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi, will experience warm temperatures through the weekend, with daytime highs in the upper 80s to lower 90s and mild overnight lows in the mid-60s. On Friday night, isolated showers may occur before dissipating by sunset. Saturday will see partly cloudy skies but plenty of sunshine. Sunday repeats this pattern with slightly fewer clouds. A cold front is expected Monday, dropping overnight lows into the 50s while daytime highs will be in the upper 70s to lower 80s for the rest of the week, which will remain clear and dry.
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Jackson to hire contractor to clean Thalia Mara Hall
SUMMARY: The City of Jackson plans to hire a contractor by October 14 to clean Thalia Mara Hall, which was closed in early August due to mold and sanitation issues discovered after an HVAC malfunction. A report from the State Fire Marshal indicated mold, human waste on the balcony, and outdated fire extinguishers. Jackson’s action plan includes replacing extension cords, repairing the fire alarm system, updating fire extinguishers, and addressing sanitation concerns. City officials are coordinating with contractors and staff to ensure all issues are resolved effectively.
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South Jackson residents frustrated with damaged traffic light
SUMMARY: Residents of South Jackson, Mississippi, are urging city officials to address a damaged traffic light at Suncrest Drive and McDowell Road, which was struck by a vehicle. The incident occurred late Sunday morning, leaving the traffic light unusable. Community members express frustration, citing safety concerns and the danger posed to drivers navigating the area. Local resident Hardwell Paymon described the situation as “sad” and “dangerous,” noting that traffic moves through the area quickly. While the city confirmed that a contractor would handle repairs, no timeline has been provided for when the traffic light will be fixed.
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