Mississippi News
International Press presents annual grant and lunch for Columbus
SUMMARY: International Paper’s Columbus Mill recently held its annual Grant Presentation and Luncheon, distributing $57,000 across 18 local non-profits and educational organizations. The event aims to recognize and support community leadership addressing local issues. Kellum Hawk, Communications Manager of the Columbus Mill, highlighted the importance of celebrating the organizations’ contributions to community resilience. Since 2017, the company has donated $550,000 in grant funding and continues to engage in volunteerism and product donations. The initiative underscores International Paper’s commitment to enhancing the community’s well-being.
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Family of Dexter Wade rallies outside JPD nearly two years after his death
SUMMARY: Nearly two years after Dexter Wade’s death, his family continues seeking justice. On November 20, Dexter Wade Day was observed in Jackson, declared by Councilman Kenneth Stokes. Wade, hit by a Jackson police cruiser in March 2023, was later found in a pauper’s grave in Hinds County, and his mother, Bettersten Wade, was unaware of his death until August 2023. She believes his death was covered up. No arrests have been made, and authorities consider it an accident. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade expressed condolences and shared updates on new policies to prevent similar tragedies.
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Mississippi News
Man shot while helping with stalled vehicle in Jackson
SUMMARY: A man was shot in Jackson, Mississippi, while attempting to assist a person with a stalled vehicle on State Street at Beasley Road around 4:00 p.m. on November 20. Detective Tommie Brown reported that the victim was working on the vehicle when the suspect approached, questioned him, and then opened fire. The assailant fled the scene in a vehicle. Fortunately, the victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital. The Jackson Police Department is seeking information about the incident and encourages anyone with details to contact them or Crime Stoppers.
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Burglars use sledgehammer to break into Jackson business
SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating a burglary at the Fleetwood gas station on Watkins Drive that occurred between 1:00 a.m. and 1:32 a.m. on November 20. Three suspects used a sledgehammer to break into the store, where they stole tobacco products before fleeing in a silver van. Detective Tommie Brown reported the damage caused by their actions involved breaking holes into the back of the business. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the crime to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS.
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