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Interview: West Point mayor shares remarks on city’s safety; talks about March of the Mayors
SUMMARY: West Point Mayor Ron Bobo participated in the March of Mayors to raise food for the Clay County food pant. He assured that West Point is a safe place and the recent violence was an isolated incident. He emphasized the importance of addressing gun violence, especially when it involves young people. The community can drop off dried beans at various locations to support the cause. Mayor Bobo hopes for a strong turnout and healthy competition among other mayors in Northeast Mississippi. He emphasized the significance of addressing hunger and thanked the community for their support.
West Point Mayor Rod Bobo shared remarks about the city's safety, and discussed his role in this year's March of the Mayors.
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Children rescued from Mississippi River in Natchez
SUMMARY: On Sunday, a dramatic rescue unfolded as police and civilians saved three children from the Mississippi River, reports the National Democrat. A 16-year-old girl spent nearly 25 minutes in the water trying to save her younger brothers after one slipped in. Bystanders managed to rescue the younger children, while the girl was carried downstream. Local civilians with boats successfully rescued her, and she is expected to recover despite ingesting river water.
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Jackson City Council moving forward with override of mayor's veto
SUMMARY: Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes advocates for Jackson's Police Chief Joseph Wade and his team to work under official contracts, citing crime reduction and operational autonomy. Two weeks ago, the City Council voted in favor, but Mayor vetoed the decision, calling it unnecessary. Stokes insists it's within their rights to override the veto. Councilman Aaron Banks and Brian Grizzell oppose, arguing it's redundant and potentially harmful to employee benefits like health insurance and retirement. Despite the supermajority's support, the debate continues over the necessity and impact of these contracts on city employees' rights and benefits.
Council members are moving forward after overriding the mayor's veto to issue contracts to Jackson's police and fire chiefs.
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Clinton mayor speaks out about meeting with secretary of transportation
SUMMARY: Metro area Mayor Phil Fisher discussed his recent meeting with U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, who visited Mississippi to emphasize the Biden-Harris administration's investments in the state. Fisher presented Buttigieg with information about Clinton's transportation needs, including potential road expansions on Northside, Pinehaven, and Arrow Drive. Fisher hopes Buttigieg will support their funding requests. In other news, details are still pending on a security incident involving a driver, with no information on the driver's condition released yet.
Clinton mayor speaks out about meeting with secretary of transportation
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