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New greenspace coming to Jackson
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) has taken ownership of the former Eudora Welty Library on State Street in downtown Jackson. The library will be demolished to create Margaret and Crigler Park, funded by a $1 million donation from retired businessman Noble Crigler in honor of his late wife. The park will feature an event stage, food truck area, festival street, and children’s section, serving as a gateway to downtown Jackson and the Two Mississippi Museums. MDAH aims to enhance the city’s appeal, with the project slated for completion in 2026.
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Salvation Army partners with local businesses to host Hurricane Victims Benefit Concert in Downto…
SUMMARY: Local businesses united to host a benefit concert for long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Helen in the Carolinas. The collaborative event was presented by Spacey’s Rock and Roll Tattoo, the Aces, the Pretzel Company, and Downtown Meridian, and featured free entertainment from 5 to 9 PM. Community members supported the cause by donating and enjoying food from local vendors. Roy Fiser, a Lieutenant and Corps Officer for the Salvation Army, emphasized the concert’s significance for disaster recovery, particularly for severely affected areas like Asheville and Chimney Rock. All donations will assist the Salvation Army in recovery efforts.
On Thursday, Local businesses hosted a benefit concert to support the long-term recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene in the Carolinas.
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Minimal rainfall brings mixed bag
SUMMARY: Rainfall has been slow to return to the Pine Belt, alleviating drought but presenting challenges for local farmers. In Pearl River County, cattle farmer Jeff Easterling mentions increased feeding costs and adjustments to livestock diets due to the drought. He anticipates waiting three weeks before fully grazing cattle. Conversely, soybean farmer John Corley found the drought beneficial for his recent harvest, enabling efficient harvesting and pest control. Experts note that optimal soybean yields need consistent rainfall during late summer and early fall for maturation. Overall, the drought presents mixed outcomes for the local agriculture sector.
Minimal rainfall brings mixed bag.
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Jackson police work to solve recent homicides
SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department (JPD) has solved the two latest homicides, making three arrests within 24 hours, with a fourth pending. Police Chief Joseph Wade attributes the 80% solvability rate to a new focused approach that prioritizes witness statements, physical evidence, and technology. He emphasizes accountability for violent crimes, aided by new federal resources after Jackson was designated a public safety partnership city. While crime rates have declined, Wade stresses the importance of community involvement and judicial reform, advocating for stricter bail for violent offenders to bolster crime-fighting efforts.
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