SUMMARY: Mississippi has launched a new initiative to combat drinking and driving by introducing the Intoxilyzer 9000 breath alcohol testers statewide. Commissioner Sean Tindell emphasized the device’s superior accuracy and interferent detection capabilities. This new machine replaces the outdated Intoxilyzer 8000, which has been in use for over 20 years. Training sessions for law enforcement are underway, and currently, 82 units are ready for distribution, with 150 more expected soon. Mississippi Forensics Laboratory Director Mary Jones Dukes expressed gratitude for the support received during this project aimed at enhancing public safety amidst evolving technology.

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SUMMARY: The Toyota USA Foundation is granting $5.8 million to Lee County and Pontotoc City Schools over five years to enhance STEM and English language-learning initiatives through its Driving Possibilities program. This initiative aims to provide students and educators with innovative tools to foster foundational skills and access to high-growth careers. Lee County will integrate STEM into the middle school curriculum, while Pontotoc will implement a newcomer program for English language learners. Toyota’s investment seeks to address educational gaps and enhance learning opportunities, promoting collaboration between industry and education to build Mississippi’s future workforce.

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SUMMARY: In the past nine days, Mississippi schools have reported multiple lockdowns and safety concerns, marking a significant rise since the school year began. The Mississippi Department of Safety has received 94 calls for law enforcement assistance due to threats, up from 66 calls last year. The surge follows a deadly school shooting in Georgia. Officials, including Commissioner Sean Tindell, emphasize the strain on law enforcement resources and highlight the need for school resource officers for student safety. They also urge parents to monitor their children‘s activities, stressing accountability for those involved in threats.

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