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Three men arrested in Mississippi after police find $115,000 in fraudulent checks
SUMMARY: Three men from Florida were arrested in Richland, Mississippi, after more than $115,000 in fraudulent checks were intercepted by authorities on October 29. Police conducted a traffic stop and discovered 20 forged checks, along with $3,500 in cash and marijuana in their vehicle. The suspects, Raymond Varona Garcia (20), Darian Jesus Caceres (24), and Jahiron Boloy Valdes (26), were attempting to cash the checks while traveling to Texas. They face charges of felony possession of counterfeit instruments. Investigators are in contact with multiple victims from Ohio, Texas, and Florida, with one having lost $29,000 previously to the group.
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SUMMARY: On October 28, the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board approved two new charter schools. One is Mississippi’s first hybrid model charter school, Archway Charter School, which will serve grades 7-12 and combine in-person and online learning, set to open in fall 2025 in Humphreys County. The second, Mississippi Global Academy, will operate a traditional in-person model for grades 4-12, catering to students from North Bolivar and West Bolivar Consolidated School Districts. Dr. Karmacharya, executive director of the board, emphasized the rigorous application process to ensure successful school operations.
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SUMMARY: As Election Day approaches for the 2024 Presidential Election in Mississippi, voters must bring a driver’s license and avoid wearing any campaign materials inside polling places. Lowndes County Circuit Clerk Teresa Barksdale emphasized that clothing promoting candidates or political messages is prohibited, and violators may be asked to leave. Campaigning is allowed outside the polls but must be at least 150 feet away. Voters can take photos outside the precinct but should not reveal their ballots to avoid influencing others. Poll workers must also remain neutral, and voters can cast their ballots from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on November 5.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (November 1-3), several exciting events are happening across Mississippi. Highlights include “THEE Groove” and “Food Truck Friday” in Jackson, a free outdoor concert series “Live at Five” in Natchez, and the “Atomic Age Exhibit” showcasing civil defense history in Jackson. Enjoy family-friendly activities at the “Ridgeland Scarecrow Trail” and theater performances like “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Don’t miss the Jackson State University homecoming football game and varied cultural events such as the Day of the Dead celebration. Numerous markets and art exhibitions also promise fun for all ages.
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