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Federal judge transfers control of Jackson sewer system to Henifin

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1 year ago

July 31, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-07-31 12:27:14

SUMMARY: A U.S. District Court Judge has approved an order to transfer control of the Jackson sewer system to Ted Henifin, who is currently managing the city’s drinking water system. Henifin will now be responsible for managing and operating the city’s sewer and water system. This transfer of control is an effort to expedite sewer system repairs needed throughout the city, as the system has deteriorated over the last decade. Henifin will have the authority to operate and maintain the sewer system in compliance with relevant permits, implement capital improvements, and carry out a list of priority repair projects with an estimated cost of $130 million.

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 16:28:00

SUMMARY: A Pearl police officer has been fired and is accused of stealing money, although no criminal charges have been filed. Chief Nick McLendon reported that the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the allegations, which surfaced on Monday. The officer was placed on administrative leave while McLendon sought termination approval from the city’s Board of Aldermen, which was granted. McLendon emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, stating that the officer should be presumed innocent until proven guilty while the investigation continues.

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Jackson councilman calls for mayor to take leave of absence amid corruption investigation

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-22 14:01:00

SUMMARY: Amid a bribery investigation in Jackson, Mississippi, Councilman Kenneth Stokes is urging Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba to take a leave of absence and consider a plea deal after pleading not guilty to federal corruption charges. Stokes argues that the investigation, which has already led to indictments of four officials, is hindering city progress and eroding public trust. With a trial set for January 2025, Stokes believes Lumumba should prioritize his family’s well-being and cut a deal. The situation has strained relationships in the city, leading residents to relocate and prompting concerns about potential state intervention due to distrust in city leadership.

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Memphis man found guilty of murdering former Southaven football player

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November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 13:31:00

SUMMARY: Mark McDaniel has been convicted of second-degree murder for the December 2022 shooting death of former professional football player Christian Saulsberry at a house party in Walls, Mississippi. DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton described the act as reckless and cowardly, emphasizing that Saulsberry was a promising young man whose life was senselessly cut short. McDaniel became intoxicated at the party and, after a confrontation with the host, retrieved a firearm and fired into the crowd, fatally striking Saulsberry, who was merely an innocent bystander. McDaniel is set to be sentenced on December 17, 2024.

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