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Jackson City Council approves amended contract with Richard’s Disposal

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1 year ago

March 19, 2024

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-03-19 16:18:28

SUMMARY: 12 News reported on a big day in Downtown Jackson at City Hall, where the City Council voted on the mayor’s garbage contract. The council approved the contract with the condition that Richards Disposal must remove 45,000 carts. The vote was 4 to 3 in favor. The mayor will have to renegotiate with Richards. Councilman Ashby Foote requested an amendment to remove the carts, and Council President Aaron Banks expressed frustration with the timeline but is relieved that garbage pick-up will continue. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba expected the process to take time and explained that issuing a new RFP would increase costs. The removal of carts will reduce the contract price by several million dollars, and reactions from a bipartisan group are awaited.

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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado's First Alert Weather Forecast 4/2/25

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4 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-04-02 12:45:44

SUMMARY: Good morning, Meridian! Today’s weather is warm and cloudy, with temperatures in the low 70s, and a chance of isolated showers this morning. Expect highs in the mid to upper 80s later, alongside windy conditions with gusts up to 45 mph; a wind advisory is in effect. Tomorrow morning may also bring showers, but it won’t be a total washout. This weekend, anticipate increased rainfall and the possibility of severe thunderstorms Saturday night into Sunday morning, with a 30% chance for severe weather. Stay tuned for updates from your First Alert weather team.

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Wellness Wednesday: Link between tech and health

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7 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-04-02 09:54:18

SUMMARY: In a recent “Wellness Wednesday” segment, Dr. Quinn discusses the impact of technology on health. He highlights both benefits, such as increased access to health information, and drawbacks, including reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep patterns due to screen exposure. Dr. Quinn observes that technology often distracts users, leading to time loss and decreased engagement in daily activities. He suggests a technology detox, advocating for 24-hour breaks from social media to foster mental well-being. Additionally, he notes that prolonged screen time can cause eye strain and reduce active learning opportunities, particularly among students using AI for schoolwork.

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Election results are trickling in

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21 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-04-01 20:07:26

SUMMARY: Election results are beginning to emerge from municipal primary elections across the region. In Brandon, early results indicate a close race between incumbent Mayor Butch Lee and State Representative Fred Shanks. Voting machines are speeding up the tallying process. In Flowood, the mayoral contest between Kathy Smith and Greg Wilcox requires hand counting, leading to a longer wait for results. Meanwhile, in Jackson, votes are being counted for significant races, including a crowded mayoral election with 12 Democratic and 3 Republican candidates. Updates will continue throughout the night as results come in.