Mississippi News
Trial set for man charged with killing girlfriend in Vicksburg
SUMMARY: A trial is set for Carlos Harris, accused of murdering his girlfriend, Jasmine Adams, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on August 22, 2018. The trial is scheduled for November 18. Harris, charged with murder and possession of a weapon after a felony conviction, was indicted in September 2023, having been charged in November 2019. If convicted, he faces a life sentence in prison. The case has drawn significant attention due to the violent nature of the crime and the lengthy legal process involved.
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Mississippi News
Man pleads guilty for holding a woman hostage in Monroe Co.
SUMMARY: Gregory Alan Coker, a Monroe County man, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of kidnapping, malicious mischief, and aggravated domestic violence. The incident occurred in August 2022 when deputies responded to a 911 call, finding a woman in need of medical help after allegedly being attacked and held hostage by Coker. He was later arrested by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team after barricading himself in his home. His sentence includes 30 years in prison, with 15 to serve, followed by five years of probation post-release.
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Mississippi News
'Tear that s— down': Jackson councilmembers stand behind decision to demolish Hotel O
SUMMARY: The owners of Hotel O in Jackson plan to sue the city after it decided to demolish the building, which city leaders deem a public health hazard. Councilman Kenneth Stokes expressed strong support for demolition, while Ali Muthana, the owner’s father, voiced frustration over the process, claiming the city went back on its word after they complied with clean-up demands. Councilman Vernon Hartley criticized business owners who don’t care for the community, and Councilman Brian Grizzell stressed that the hotel will come down. Muthana has reportedly spent $70,000 boarding up the facility and intends to fight the demolition in court.
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Mississippi News
Starkville’s tourist spending resulted in $194 million in income
SUMMARY: Starkville, Mississippi, is gaining recognition for its significant tourism impact, with tourists spending over $194 million in Oktibbeha County last year. According to Visit Mississippi’s recent Tourism Economic Contribution Report, Starkville ranks among the top 16 counties in the state for visitor spending. In 2023, Mississippi attracted a record 43.7 million visitors, who collectively spent $17.5 million. The report highlights the tourism sector’s role in supporting over 133,000 jobs within the state, underscoring the importance of tourism to Mississippi’s economy.
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