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Hinds County District Attorney upset with cuts to office
SUMMARY: Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens expressed concerns that recent budget decisions by county supervisors jeopardize public safety. Despite raising taxes, the supervisors cut 33% of his office’s administrative and investigative staff and reduced salaries for four employees. Owens highlighted that his office already faced significant underfunding and the highest caseload in Mississippi. He criticized the supervisors for ignoring his funding requests while prioritizing a $450 million jail project. Supervisor Robert Graham stated that budget cuts affected many departments, asserting that the district attorney’s office is primarily funded by the state, not the county.
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Clear and dry into the weekend – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi, is experiencing pleasant and dry weather, with daytime temperatures reaching the low 90s and cool nights in the mid-60s. Today features clear skies and warm temperatures in the upper 80s, cooling down quickly tonight. Friday may see patchy fog in the morning, followed by sunny conditions and highs in the low 90s, perfect for Friday Night Football. The weekend will be hot, with temperatures in the low to mid-90s, ideal for outdoor events like football games and an air show. Next week may bring scattered rain on Tuesday and Wednesday, but no widespread precipitation is expected.
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Jackson mayor says city will fight stadium takeover
SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba has responded to Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s directive for the city to transfer the deed for Smith-Wills Stadium to the state. Fitch’s September 13 letter cites House Bill 1983, claiming the stadium has not been used for the public park purposes required by a 1944 deed, necessitating the transfer. Lumumba criticized the approach, suggesting dialogue is preferable for discussing potential improvements to the stadium. He emphasized the need for collaboration to benefit both Jackson residents and Mississippi. The city has until September 30, 2024, to comply or face legal action.
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Bond between Starkville coach Chris Jones and Louisville HC Tyrone Shorter goes beyond football field
SUMMARY: Starkville and Louisville will clash on Friday in an anticipated matchup, as both teams have exhibited dominance in high school football. Starkville’s Wildcats have secured back-to-back 4A titles, while Louisville’s Yellow Jackets won the state championship in 2022 and reached the finals in 2023. Both programs boast perfect 3-0 records this season. The connection between the head coaches adds a personal touch; Starkville’s Chris Jones played for Louisville’s Tyrone Shorter and even consulted with him during his coaching career, demonstrating the deep bond that transcends their football rivalry.
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