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New policies in place for Rankin County Sheriff’s Office
SUMMARY: Two officers pled guilty to torturing two men in January. The department has hired an internal affairs investigator from outside the department and will expand the compliance division with additional internal affairs investigators. The patrol policy and procedure manual has been revamped and many of the policies are now on the department’s website. A new tab for submissions for compliments and complaints will also be added to the website on Friday. Bailey, the spokesperson, stated that these changes are aimed at improving transparency and accountability within the department.
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Wreckage cleared from Vicksburg train derailment site
SUMMARY: Vicksburg fire officials report that all rail cars from the Thursday derailment at Malberry and Oak streets have been cleared, and rail traffic has resumed. A 50-year-old man sustained serious injuries during the incident and was transported to University Medical Center in Jackson. Investigators are currently looking into the cause of the derailment and are also trying to understand the circumstances surrounding the victim’s presence near the tracks at the time.
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First Alert Weather Focus _ 09/06/2024
SUMMARY: In this WD7 weather update, light rain is expected to continue across South Mississippi throughout the afternoon, with temperatures lingering in the 70s. Friday evening will see scattered showers, affecting high school football games. Tomorrow, cloudy conditions will transition to partly sunny skies by afternoon, with temperatures reaching the lower 80s for USM’s home opener at 6 PM. Rain chances will return next week. The forecast highlights a cooler trend with temperatures in the 80s and 70s, influenced by ongoing rainfall. Meanwhile, Hurricane season remains calm with no imminent threats near Mississippi. Sports updates focus on local college football games.
Our First Alert Weather team is looking at the weekend ahead on Friday’s edition of Focus!
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Leaders address issue of heavier taxes expected to be laid on poultry farmers
SUMMARY: Poultry farmers in Mississippi are concerned about potential tax increases following recent changes in state tax assessments. A meeting in Wayne County discussed the implications of updated tax valuations, which have raised the value of chicken houses dramatically, from $2.39 to $493 per square foot. This 48% increase, coupled with rising insurance rates and inflation, poses financial challenges, leading some farmers to fear closure. State leaders are considering solutions and have temporarily waived tax increases until the issue is addressed in the upcoming legislative session. Updates for 34 counties are anticipated in 2025, with 23 more expected in 2026.
Leaders address issue of heavier taxes expected to be laid on poultry farmers.
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