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How to protect your yard

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www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-07-08 18:52:31

SUMMARY: Extreme summer weather is challenging for Mississippi landscaping businesses. Will Spann, owner of S&S Landscaping, mentions their team faces difficulties maintaining lawns due to high temperatures and dry conditions, often requiring heavier equipment to manage hard soil. Adjusting lawn mower heights and irrigation times is essential for preventing brown grass. Proper sprinkler coverage and appropriate water usage are crucial to keep plants and lawns hydrated without overwatering. Spann emphasizes monitoring irrigation systems to ensure the grass and plants receive adequate water, highlighting that effective watering practices are key to maintaining green lawns. For continuous updates, follow WCBI on Facebook and Twitter.

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Man wanted in South Carolina is arrested in Columbus

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-11-09 15:56:00

SUMMARY: Josfat Salomon Martinez, also known as Miguel Sierra, was arrested in Lowndes County, Mississippi, after being tracked from South Carolina, where he was wanted for Exploitation of a Minor. He had four outstanding warrants for the crime. On October 31, detectives found two cell phones in his possession containing explicit images and videos of children being sexually abused. Martinez admitted the phones were his and was charged with two counts of Child Exploitation, with a bond set at $250,000. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be forthcoming, according to Sheriff Eddie Hawkins.

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MVSU football player killed during crash

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-09 14:23:00

SUMMARY: Ryan Quinney, a junior linebacker at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), tragically died in a car accident on November 8 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. MVSU officials expressed their heartbreak, stating that Quinney was a vibrant member of the community whose spirit uplifted those around him. He was confirmed to have passed away in a statement released on the university’s Facebook page. Quinney, originally from Mobile, Alabama, will be deeply missed by his friends, faculty, and teammates. The incident has garnered significant attention as the community mourns his loss.

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Reaction to Jackson's bribery scandal after recent indictments

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-11-09 10:11:00

SUMMARY: Jackson residents are grappling with the recent indictments of Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and City Councilman Aaron Banks on bribery charges. All three officials have pleaded not guilty. A detailed 32-page indictment reveals that they were allegedly caught on camera exchanging large sums of cash during a trip to Fort Lauderdale, with the FBI monitoring their activities. Experts suggest the penalties they face could lead to guilty pleas, while defense strategies may hinge on claiming entrapment. Their next federal court appearance is scheduled for January 2025.

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