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City leader speaks out about JPS school closure plan

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11 months ago

October 12, 2023

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2023-10-12 00:39:57

SUMMARY: The Jackson City Council President, Aaron Banks, is urging the Jackson School Board to consider alternatives instead of closing down all 16 schools on the closing list. Banks believes that the JBS Superintendent should have communicated better with the public before making the recommendation. He suggests alternatives such as merging Whit and Wingfield High Schools instead of closing Whitney Rankin. The shutdown plan was announced due to dropping enrollment, with over 1,000 students leaving JBS each year. Concerns about disruptions in the classroom and violence are also raised. Additionally, Banks is concerned about the seven schools on the list that serve as city voting precincts. The plan is not finalized yet and may change before the school board’s final vote.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-20 01:24:45

SUMMARY: Students at Southern Miss had the opportunity to witness real legal proceedings as a three-judge panel from the Mississippi Court of Appeals held oral arguments on a manslaughter case during the university’s “Court on the Road” program. This event was part of the annual pre-law week activities, aimed at enhancing students’ understanding of the legal profession. Participants, mainly from USM’s Legal Services Program, engaged in discussions with judges after the arguments, gaining insights into the appellate process. The court last visited the campus eight years ago, making this a significant educational experience for aspiring lawyers.

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Lumberton hopes to move quickly on hiring new police chief

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-20 01:24:45

SUMMARY: Lumberton is seeking a new police chief following Adrien Fortenberry’s appointment to lead Columbia’s Police Department. Mayor Quincy Rogers assures the position won’t remain vacant for long, as the city has received three applications and will discuss the role at the upcoming Board of Aldermen meeting. The goal is to hire a new chief by October 1st. Currently, the police force remains adequately staffed, with only Chief Fortenberry and one investigator having left.

Lumberton hopes to move quickly on hiring new police chief.

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9/19 – Rex's Thursday Morning Forecast

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September 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-20 01:24:43

SUMMARY: Welcome back! On this Thursday, temperatures range from 65°F in McGee to 72°F in Lumberton, with little to no fog in the area. Expect mostly sunny skies today with a high near 91°F and milder humidity compared to earlier summer months. The forecast shows no rain for the next week, and a potential area of low pressure may develop in the Gulf within seven days, but nothing is currently tracking. Tonight’s low will be around 69°F. Friday will be similarly hot at 91°F, with temperatures in the 90s lasting through Monday. Stay tuned for updates!