SUMMARY: Residents of Holly Springs have endured frequent power outages for five years without adequate explanation. Northern District Public Service Commissioner Chris Brown alerted the public to the issues, which include an unreplaced transformer and safety concerns that discourage outside help. In response, Mississippi lawmakers enacted Senate Bill 2453, allowing the Public Service Commission to investigate utility providers. An independent firm, Silverpoint Consulting, has been hired to assess the Holly Springs Utility Department. Brown is optimistic about potential solutions as local leaders collaborate with regulators to address the ongoing power issues affecting over 80% of customers outside city limits.

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SUMMARY: Authorities in Houston are warning young people to refrain from engaging in pranks that could lead to serious consequences. Recent incidents involved juveniles being arrested for “malicious pranks” that caused property damage, including broken windows from explosions in Chickasaw County. The Houston Police Department emphasized the potential long-term repercussions these actions can have on a teen’s future, urging parents to discuss the seriousness of such behaviors. They stated that seemingly harmless pranks can escalate to felony charges and reminded the public to report any suspicious incidents to law enforcement.

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SUMMARY: Milwaukee Tool has opened a $60 million manufacturing center in Grenada, Mississippi, after delays. The 500,000-square-foot facility, the largest in the U.S., aims to employ 800 workers to produce power tools, starting with Sawzall blades. A job fair was held to attract local talent, emphasizing the company’s commitment to employee welfare and career growth. Milwaukee Tool has invested over $250 million in Mississippi over the past five years and now employs over 4,000 people in the state. Celebrating its centennial, the company seeks to sustain its rapid growth and maintain a strong workforce.

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