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Interview: Mississippi Painters Society’s annual show happening at GumTree Museum in Tupelo

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2 months ago

July 19, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-19 12:56:24

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Painters Society is showcasing a new exhibit, featuring retired artist and sculptor Jerry Jones, who is also the Society’s current president. The annual show, held at the Gum Tree Art Museum, includes 47 pieces from 26 artists. Most artwork is for sale, except a few family pieces for competition. Jones highlights the exhibit’s importance in fostering community interest in art, noting Mississippi’s rich culture of musicians and painters. He believes that such events inspire people, young and old, to pursue art, whether as a hobby or a profession, emphasizing the community’s creative spirit.

The artwork will be on display from July 15-30 at the GumTree Museum of Art in downtown Tupelo.

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September 4, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-04 22:47:10

SUMMARY: J Train workers are on strike amid failed contract negotiations with MV Transportation, the company overseeing their operations. The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) demands a safer work environment and improved employee benefits. Workers are frustrated by company policies that lead to immediate termination for minor infractions, impacting long-term employees. While the strike disrupts service for riders, many support the workers’ fight for fair treatment. MV Transportation emphasizes safety priorities but acknowledges the tensions. The City of Jackson, acting as a mediator, has apologized to affected riders as workers remain committed to striking until an agreement is reached.

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Burglary at Bingo-Rama building caught on camera

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September 4, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-04 22:46:09

SUMMARY: Police are searching for a man who broke into the Bingo Rama building on Metro Drive, stealing thousands of dollars worth of equipment and vandalizing the property. The burglary was captured on video, showing the suspect forcefully entering the building. The owner, Sam, expressed his frustration over the incident, noting that he is in the process of renovating the space for an event hall. The damage caused by the suspect, including broken glass and wall destruction, is disheartening for a struggling area in need of development. Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect from the footage.

Caught on camera: Thousands of dollars in equipment stolen from Bingo-Rama building

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Man accused of killing mother

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6 hours ago

September 4, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-04 22:45:06

SUMMARY: Jackson Police Department has issued arrest warrants for Jerry Banks, 42, who is accused of killing his mother, 63-year-old Luis Torrens, with blunt force trauma during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred on Carver Street, where officers responded to reports of violence. After the assault, Banks allegedly chased Torrens’ aunt with a knife, but she escaped and reported the incident. Pastor Gladys Adams, who remembered Torrens as a kind woman, noted she had a strong love for her eight children. The family is devastated by the tragedy. The injured aunt provided a statement to police, but is not seriously hurt.