SUMMARY: The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians will open the Crystal Sky travel plaza in Louisville, Winston County, on December 19 at 11 a.m., following almost two years of construction. The 18,000-square-foot facility includes a casino with 150 slot machines, a sportsbook lounge, a restaurant, 3,000 square feet of retail space, and fueling stations. Open 24/7, it aims to serve both travelers and locals. The project, which cost $25 million and will create at least 100 jobs, is designed to foster community connections. A job fair is scheduled for November 15 at Lake Tiak-O’Khata in Louisville.

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SUMMARY: Robin Lowe, the former advisor for the Phi Theta Kappa honor society at Itawamba Community College, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $36,915 in public funds from 2008 to 2023. Arrested in February, she was sentenced to 20 years in prison, with 19 years suspended, and must serve one year in an intensive supervision program after one year in prison. Lowe has repaid the stolen funds and was fined $1,115.50. State Auditor Shad White emphasized ongoing efforts to combat fraud in Mississippi and encouraged reporting suspected fraud by calling (800)321-1275.

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SUMMARY: Herman Slack, 89, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in Oxford after police responded to a shooting report on Herman Drive. Upon arrival, officers found a victim with a gunshot wound, who was later pronounced dead despite life-saving efforts. The investigation is ongoing, and the victim’s identity has not been disclosed. The Oxford Police Department stated that further details may be released later.

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