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Mississippi woman offers warning after losing home

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www.wjtv.com – Shay Simon – 2024-04-02 10:03:16

SUMMARY: After the sudden death of her husband, Marcia Naylor in Olive Branch, Mississippi, faced legal issues over her home. A company claiming to help her resolve financial troubles requested a copy of the deed, resulting in Naylor losing her home through a quitclaim deed obtained by a judge. The Better Business Bureau warns against transferring ownership to mortgage assistance companies to avoid scams. Naylor now rents a house with her grandchildren. The company involved claims Naylor owes them $19,000 and possession of the property. It is advised to check property records, monitor credit, and avoid transferring ownership to mortgage assistance companies.

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Bond set for three accused of assaulting woman in Vicksburg

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-13 16:44:00

SUMMARY: Three suspects were arrested in Vicksburg, Mississippi, after a violent assault was streamed live on Facebook on November 9. Ronjanae Hill (24), Marcus Ross (33), and Charles Doss (27), all from Vicksburg, were charged with aggravated assault. They appeared in Vicksburg Municipal Court on November 12. Hill and Ross each received a $75,000 bond, while Doss’s bond was set at $100,000. All three were bound over to the Warren County Grand Jury. The assault occurred at an apartment complex, and further details about the incident were not disclosed.

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Columbus organizations team up for annual Turkey Drive

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www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-11-13 14:52:00

SUMMARY: The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office and the Community Benefit Committee are organizing their annual Turkey Drive to ensure residents have a turkey for Thanksgiving. They are requesting frozen turkey donations from local residents and businesses, which can be dropped off at the Sheriff’s Office until November 21. Last year, they gave away 1,800 turkeys. The Turkey Giveaway, open to Lowndes County residents, will take place on November 23 at 10 a.m. at the Lowndes County Sportsplex. This marks the 5th year of the giveaway, aiming to provide a festive meal for those in need.

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Mississippi invests more than $110 million toward economic development

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www.wjtv.com – Cameron Smith – 2024-11-13 14:43:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi announced an investment exceeding $110 million aimed at enhancing economic development, infrastructure, workforce training, tourism, and conservation across the state. The funding will be allocated through various programs including the Mississippi Development Authority and the Appalachian Regional Commission. Key projects include site developments in multiple industrial parks, upgrading wastewater systems, and enhancing training facilities. Reeves emphasized that these investments are critical to sustaining the state’s economic growth and creating high-paying job opportunities for residents. The comprehensive financial support also includes grants for educational improvements and infrastructure enhancements statewide.

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