SUMMARY: Three employees of T.L. Wallace Construction were hospitalized in critical condition following a bridge collapse in Simpson County, Mississippi, during demolition preparations. The incident resulted in the deaths of three workers: Charles Badger, Charles Ingleharte, and Kevin Malone. Sheriff Paul Mullins confirmed details, noting another worker was treated on-site. The bridge, located over the Strong River on State Route 149, had been closed since September 18 for replacement. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith expressed concerns about the collapse, emphasizing the need for an investigation to prevent future accidents.

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SUMMARY: In Rankin County, Mississippi, a submerged stolen vehicle was discovered in the Barnett Reservoir on October 24. Authorities responded to a boat ramp near Lake Harbor Road, where divers from the Reservoir Fire Department located a black 2008 Ford Mustang approximately 50 yards from the road, submerged in 15 feet of water. The vehicle had been reported stolen to Richland police in 2009. It was subsequently recovered and secured, with Rankin County deputies assisting in the ongoing investigation alongside Reservoir and Richland police.

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SUMMARY: This weekend (October 25-27), Mississippi offers a variety of exciting events. In Jackson, attendees can enjoy the Bean Path’s anniversary lunch, the Fondren Corner Art Show, and family-friendly activities like Park After Dark and the HallowTEEN event at the Museum of Art. In Clinton, there’s pumpkin carving for the Pumpkin Glow and a dinner and movie night. Other notable events include the Vintage Market Days and Haunted Library in Natchez and the Homegrown Revival Music Festival in Hattiesburg. Families can also enjoy numerous Halloween-themed activities, including trick-or-treating and carnivals across the state.

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