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Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks starts its “Fire on Forty” program
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is launching its Fire on the 40 program today, offering cost-sharing for prescribed burns on private lands. In collaboration with other agencies, the initiative helps manage native plant communities. Landowners can be reimbursed for 75% of the costs associated with prescribed burns, with several counties in the viewing area eligible. Interested landowners must apply by October 18th for the 2024 funding cycle. Prescribed burning is highlighted as a valuable land management practice.
The department is continuing its partnership with other agencies to provide cost sharing for prescribed burning on private lands.
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Man dies after being shot in North Jackson neighborhood
SUMMARY: A man, Ravus Greenfield, has died after being shot multiple times in North Jackson's Lake Trace Circle shortly after midnight. Detective Tommy Brown confirmed Greenfield's death at a local hospital. Police have not provided any details about a potential suspect. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact JPD or Crime Stoppers.
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Body cam video shows Rankin deputies rescuing truck driver
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Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey released body cam video Wednesday that shows deputies rescuing a truck driver after a crash.
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Fire damages apartments on County Line Road
SUMMARY: Residents of a North Jackson apartment complex are recovering after a devastating early morning fire destroyed their homes. Assistant Fire Chief Patrick Arman reported that the fire originated in Building B at Somerset Place Apartments, forcing the evacuation of all eight units. The top four apartments were severely damaged, with one unit entirely exposed and charred. Neighbors expressed shock and trauma at the scene, describing the community as typically quiet and supportive. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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