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Foursome promoted at Laurel Police Department
SUMMARY: Four new officers are set to enhance safety in the Laurel Community. Officers Mak Davis and Jacob Gian Gro were promoted to sergeants, while Rodriguez Carr and Heath Blanchett became lieutenants. Together, they bring over 65 years of law enforcement experience. Currently, the department is short by 15 officers but hopes to fill these vacancies soon. A pending pay raise effective October 1 is expected to encourage former officers and lateral transfers to rejoin the force. Mayor Johnny McGee officiated the swearing-in ceremony, marking a promising step for the city‘s police department.
Foursome promoted at Laurel Police Department.
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Wreckage cleared from Vicksburg train derailment site
SUMMARY: Vicksburg fire officials report that all rail cars from the Thursday derailment at Malberry and Oak streets have been cleared, and rail traffic has resumed. A 50-year-old man sustained serious injuries during the incident and was transported to University Medical Center in Jackson. Investigators are currently looking into the cause of the derailment and are also trying to understand the circumstances surrounding the victim’s presence near the tracks at the time.
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First Alert Weather Focus _ 09/06/2024
SUMMARY: In this WD7 weather update, light rain is expected to continue across South Mississippi throughout the afternoon, with temperatures lingering in the 70s. Friday evening will see scattered showers, affecting high school football games. Tomorrow, cloudy conditions will transition to partly sunny skies by afternoon, with temperatures reaching the lower 80s for USM’s home opener at 6 PM. Rain chances will return next week. The forecast highlights a cooler trend with temperatures in the 80s and 70s, influenced by ongoing rainfall. Meanwhile, Hurricane season remains calm with no imminent threats near Mississippi. Sports updates focus on local college football games.
Our First Alert Weather team is looking at the weekend ahead on Friday’s edition of Focus!
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Leaders address issue of heavier taxes expected to be laid on poultry farmers
SUMMARY: Poultry farmers in Mississippi are concerned about potential tax increases following recent changes in state tax assessments. A meeting in Wayne County discussed the implications of updated tax valuations, which have raised the value of chicken houses dramatically, from $2.39 to $493 per square foot. This 48% increase, coupled with rising insurance rates and inflation, poses financial challenges, leading some farmers to fear closure. State leaders are considering solutions and have temporarily waived tax increases until the issue is addressed in the upcoming legislative session. Updates for 34 counties are anticipated in 2025, with 23 more expected in 2026.
Leaders address issue of heavier taxes expected to be laid on poultry farmers.
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