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Mayor Jimmie Smith sits down with News 11 to discuss the violent crimes in Meridian
SUMMARY: Meridian experienced a challenging day with three shootings, resulting in two children hospitalized. Mayor Smith noted a significant decrease in police force, from over 100 officers to about 60, which hampers public safety efforts. To attract new recruits, he emphasized increasing pay and proposed a retention bonus for officers. Currently, a salary study suggests adjustments for fair compensation, requiring council discussions. Addressing community safety concerns, Smith reassured parents ahead of Halloween, urging vigilance without instilling fear. He highlighted the importance of public awareness and cooperation with law enforcement to effectively combat crime in the city.
Mayor Jimmie Smith sits down with News 11 to discuss the violent crimes in Meridian
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Lamar County man sentenced to 134 years in prison
SUMMARY: Tory Johnson, a Lamar County man, was sentenced to 134 years in prison for shooting a deputy in 2022. He was convicted of two counts of attempted capital murder, two counts of auto burglary, and one count of burglary of a dwelling after breaking into vehicles and a home before injuring Deputy Steve Poso. The district attorney expressed satisfaction with the sentencing outcome, acknowledging the emotional nature of the case for all involved. Johnson will serve his sentences consecutively in the Mississippi Department of Corrections, marking a significant step towards justice for the affected officers.
Lamar County man sentenced to 134 years in prison.
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10/29 – High School Highlights
SUMMARY: Martez Blackwell scored a touchdown for Oak Grove High School, leading the Warriors to a significant 59-28 victory. With this win, their record improves to 5-3 for the season. The highlights of the high school games are presented by Jack’s Family Restaurant.
10/29 – High School Highlights
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Petal water meter replacement continuing apace
SUMMARY: Pedal’s mayor announced significant upgrades to nearly 1,600 water meters, up from just 80 a few months ago, aiming to improve the efficiency of reading water usage. The new dial and transponder units enable city workers to automatically gather data from vehicles, reducing the need for manual readings. So far, around 600 meters have been updated, and the city plans to repair all 3,600 meters in total. The mayor emphasized the importance of completing the project thoroughly for enhanced efficiency, with expectations for the work to continue into early next year.
Petal water meter replacement continuing apace.
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