SUMMARY: Jenny Lukens, the girlfriend of Jordan Cummins, has pleaded guilty to misleading law enforcement following the shooting deaths of Joshua Spann and Jubilee Simpkins during the 2023 St. Paddy’s Day Parade in Jackson. She admitted to embellishing Cummins’ account of the events and fled the scene instead of cooperating with police. A jury found Cummins guilty of double murder, as he was beating Lukens when concerned bystanders intervened, leading to fatal gunfire. Lukens was sentenced to ten years in prison, with six years suspended and four to be served under house arrest, after initially being charged with hindering prosecution.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated over $2 million to Mississippi to combat residential health hazards, particularly lead-based paint exposure. This funding is part of an $87 million initiative benefiting 18 states through HUD’s Capital Fund Housing-Related Hazards and Lead-Based Paint Capital Fund programs. The Hattiesburg Housing Authority received $2,023,552 for lead remediation, aiding homes that pose health risks for children, especially in low-income families. HUD emphasizes the importance of this funding in addressing harmful living conditions and aligning with standards for assessing housing safety and health hazards.

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The Grammy Museum Mississippi is introducing a new exhibit titled Music America: Iconic Objects From America’s Music History, opening on September 20, featuring around 100 musical artifacts. Organized by the Bruce Springsteen Archives, the exhibit showcases items from renowned artists, including Lead Belly, Bob Dylan, and Whitney Houston, illustrating the cultural impact of American music across genres like blues, jazz, and rock. This exhibit will run until April 13, 2025. Other attractions include the interactive Song Bar and the Taylor Swift: Through the Eras exhibit, highlighting her impactful career. The museum operates Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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