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Incumbent Pontotoc County Sheriff wins Republican Primary
SUMMARY: Pontotoc County Sheriff Leo Mask has easily won the Republican Primary, receiving 5,476 votes. Mask expressed gratitude for the support and pledged to continue fighting crime, particularly the illegal drug trade. He now faces Independent candidate Jim Littlejohn in the November general election.
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Aberdeen native is now a doctor of physical therapy
SUMMARY: Dr. Traveus Garth, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, Mississippi, has always aimed to help others rather than pursue a career in athletics. He developed an interest in body mechanics during high school and earned his Physical Therapy Assistant degree in 2016. After working at Noxubee County General Hospital, he completed his Doctorate at Hanover College this summer. Garth finds joy in assisting patients through their recovery from injuries, treating 8-14 patients daily. He encourages others to achieve their goals by emphasizing discipline, faith, and perseverance in their journeys.
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Cooler air on the way
SUMMARY: Cold air and dry conditions are arriving in Columbus, Mississippi, with overnight lows dropping to the mid-30s. Tonight will be clear and dry, with tomorrow’s daytime temperatures in the low 50s, reaching the mid-60s under sunny skies. Thursday morning will be chilly, starting in the upper 30s, with highs around 60°F. Friday is expected to be the coldest day of the week, with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the low to mid-30s. The weekend will see Saturday morning temperatures in the low 30s, with wind chill making it feel even colder, but no precipitation is forecast.
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Jackson residents rally to speak out against parking meters
SUMMARY: Residents of Jackson, Mississippi, are protesting against new parking meters operated by SP Plus, claiming they prioritize profit over people. At a rally outside City Hall, they voiced concerns about the impact of parking fees on the elderly and disabled, with citations reaching $24 and escalating to over $40 if unpaid. Former Supervisor David Archie emphasized that parking shouldn’t be a major issue. Councilman Kenneth Stokes labeled the fines excessive and detrimental to local businesses, noting ongoing discussions to address these concerns and the potential termination of the contract with SP Plus.
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