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Hotel O owners board up property, but city will still demolish it

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1 month ago

October 21, 2024

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-10-21 18:42:38

SUMMARY: Contractors have spent a week cleaning and securing the Hotel O, located on I-55 North Frontage Road, in response to ongoing issues in the area. They have boarded up rooms and installed metal doors to prevent homeless individuals from accessing the property. Councilman Kenneth Stokes expresses concern over the negative impact the hotel has on local homeowners and the area’s economic development, calling for revitalization efforts. Despite these cleanup measures, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba confirms the hotel is still set for demolition, with funding secured but no date or contractor yet chosen.

Hotel O owners board up property, but city will still demolish it

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-21 17:08:15

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12 hours ago

November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-11-21 12:52:49

SUMMARY: Katie reports live from the Kroger on I-55 for their annual Turkey Drive, where festivities include live music and a great atmosphere. The location has donated over 150 turkeys, contributing to almost 400 turkeys and around $11,000 in total donations this year. She encourages participation at this site and others like Byram Spillway and Madison, emphasizing that canned goods are also welcome. Online donations can be made easily at WAPT.com. Katie invites everyone to join in and help make Thanksgiving meals special for those in need.

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Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Ava (11/21)

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13 hours ago

November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-11-21 11:09:16

SUMMARY: WTOK is kicking off its annual Coats for Kids campaign. Coming up, they will provide details on how to donate to this initiative, aimed at helping children in need.

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