SUMMARY: A Belzoni police officer, James Jackson, was arrested in Yazoo City on October 5 after being found unconscious in his patrol car with a meth pipe in hand. Yazoo City Police Chief Terry Gann reported that Jackson refused a sobriety test, and marijuana was discovered in the glovebox of his vehicle. He has been charged with possession of paraphernalia and DUI-refusal but has been released on bond.

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SUMMARY: Southwire employees in Starkville, Mississippi, are organizing a disaster relief effort for Hurricane Helene victims. They are collecting supplies including cleaning products, blankets, paper goods, and non-perishable snacks. The community is encouraged to donate items such as bottled water, sports drinks, and baby necessities (diapers, formula, baby food). Collection will take place at Starkville Walmart from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until October 11. This initiative seeks to support those affected by the hurricane. For continuous updates, follow the news outlets on social media.

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SUMMARY: The Jackson City Council has approved a resolution to enhance police presence in high-crime areas by placing two officers in each patrol vehicle to combat violent crimes and drug activity. This decision, made unanimously, addresses concerns about officer safety and response times, which the Assistant Police Chief Wendell Watts aims to keep between three to five minutes. The Jackson Police Department is currently working towards reaching its budget of 275 officers and plans to request additional manpower once fully staffed. Watts emphasized the importance of officer safety and training amidst nationwide challenges facing law enforcement.

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