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Mississippi Office of State Auditor releases annual Exceptions Report
SUMMARY: The Mississippi State Auditor’s office has recovered nearly $2 million of taxpayer money, which is the highest amount recovered in the past five years. This information was published in the office’s annual Exceptions Report, which includes demands issued and money recovered. It is important to note that not all exceptions are a crime, as they could be a simple accounting error. The report for FY 2023 can be accessed for more details.
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SUMMARY: Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. President and 76th governor of Georgia, died at 100 years old. Known as “Jimmy,” he rose from the peanut fields of Plains, Georgia, to the White House. After his presidency, he focused on public service, working with Habitat for Humanity and promoting peace in the Middle East. Married to Rosalynn for 77 years, he was a lifelong Sunday school teacher. Carter was a groundbreaking progressive leader who championed civil rights and later founded the Carter Center, emphasizing human rights and global peace initiatives. His legacy will be celebrated for his dedication to service and community.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (December 20-22), Mississippi offers a variety of festive events. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, candlelight concerts, a Grinch movie screening, and Journey to the North Pole. In Ridgeland, experience Merry Bingo, Christmas on the Green, and Fleet Feet Coffee Run. Vicksburg hosts Rock the Halls, while Natchez offers a European Christmas Shopping Village. Other activities include Santa scuba diving at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, and Magic of Lights in Brandon. Hattiesburg features Lights of the Wild and Teddy Bear Tea with Santa. Numerous holiday events are available across the state.
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SUMMARY: Prosecutors in Jackson are seeking a protective order to prevent the release of sensitive information in a bribery case involving Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, and City Councilman Aaron Banks. The motion aims to protect personal, financial, and grand jury information, fearing it could impair investigations and fair trial rights. The three officials face charges related to a bribery scheme involving $80,000 in bribes for approving a real estate development project. Other individuals, including former City Councilwoman Angelique Lee and Sherik Marve Smith, are also implicated, with Smith pleading guilty to conspiracy.
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