SUMMARY: The Columbus Police Department in Mississippi is hosting a Business Watch Initiative on November 28 to address rising business burglaries. Chief Joseph Daughtry invites local business owners and managers to learn safety strategies and resources to protect their establishments. The session will cover issues like alarm system usage and cash handling. This free event aims to foster networking among businesses while enhancing safety awareness. Attendees are requested to RSVP by October 24th by calling 662-364-1850. The initiative reflects a community-focused approach to improving security and preventing criminal activity in the area.

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SUMMARY: At Mississippi State University, football season is underway alongside activities by “The Famous Maroon Band,” which boasts a rich history of 122 years. The band’s associate director, Craig Aarhus, recently briefed local business and community leaders on its various ensembles, including four concert bands and a jazz band. The band, the largest university band in Mississippi, primarily recruits students from the state and nearby regions, although it welcomes members from across the nation. Recently, Aarhus and current band members participated in the Collegiate Mass Band during the 80th D-Day anniversary commemoration.

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SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba addressed allegations surrounding his involvement in a bribery scandal following the indictment of Sherik Marve Smith for conspiracy to commit bribery. Lumumba denied any wrongdoing, stating he met Smith on several occasions but never conspired to commit a crime. Smith is the second individual charged in the scandal, having pled guilty and awaiting sentencing in February 2025. This case follows the indictment of former Councilwoman Angelique Lee, who also resigned after facing similar charges; she has pled guilty, with her sentencing delayed. FBI raids related to the investigation occurred earlier in 2024.

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