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Representative helps his district understand new laws in Byram
SUMMARY: Representative Fabien Nelson of District 66 hosted an event at Gentleman Image Barber Shop in Byram to inform constituents about over 400 new laws that took effect and recap the previous legislative session. Nelson, the first openly gay member of the Mississippi House, emphasized ongoing efforts for diversity and equality, including combating the state's anti-LGBTQ+ law, the Safer Act. Nelson highlighted significant new laws on squatter vehicles and increased penalties for shoplifting and car theft. For the next session, he aims to focus on Medicaid expansion, securing more federal funds, and establishing a new fire station in District 66.
Rep. Fabian Nelson holds meeting with constituents to talk about new laws
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SUMMARY: Happy Saturday evening! Current conditions in the University of Southern Mississippi show 82°F, feeling like 87°F, with no rain today. Columbia had almost 2 inches of rain, with evening temperatures at 73°F. La Ford reports 77°F, feeling like 807°F. Today's high was 94°F, above the average of 91°F, but below the 102°F record. Morning low was 77°F, with a historical low of 62°F. Tonight's scattered thunderstorms are dissipating across various regions. Tropical Storm Barrel, a 60 mph windstorm, is expected to intensify in the Western Gulf of Mexico, possibly becoming a Category 1 hurricane. Expect patchy fog and oppressive humidity overnight.
Remnants of Beryl expected to pass west, north of Pine Belt.
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SUMMARY: A Hattiesburg man, Tobias Smith, 27, is in custody for a bomb threat sent via text to a Smith County business, leading to the evacuation of employees at Georgia Pacific Plywood near Taylorville. The Highway Patrol used bomb dogs to search the site before employees could return. Smith faces one count of terrorist threats and is currently held at Smith County Jail, awaiting his bond hearing.
Hattiesburg man arrested in connection to Smith County bomb threat.
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SUMMARY: A house fire occurred near Baxterville in Lamar County amidst thunderstorms in the Pine Belt area. Officials do not suspect foul play and believe a lightning strike may have caused the fire. This assumption is based on homeowner reports and continuous lightning strikes during firefighting efforts. Firefighters managed to quickly contain the blaze, resulting in minimal visible damage to the exterior of the home. No injuries were reported.
Fire contained quickly in Lamar County Friday.
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