SUMMARY: Three employees of T.L. Wallace Construction were hospitalized in critical condition following a bridge collapse in Simpson County, Mississippi, during demolition preparations. The incident resulted in the deaths of three workers: Charles Badger, Charles Ingleharte, and Kevin Malone. Sheriff Paul Mullins confirmed details, noting another worker was treated on-site. The bridge, located over the Strong River on State Route 149, had been closed since September 18 for replacement. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith expressed concerns about the collapse, emphasizing the need for an investigation to prevent future accidents.

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SUMMARY: Columbus city officials are seeking community input to enhance road safety through a survey as part of the Columbus Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan. Funded by a $160,000 federal grant, the initiative aims to gather data on high-injury and high-traffic fatality areas to inform improvements. Mayor Keith Gaskin emphasized the importance of this project, which may address sidewalks, bicycle lanes, traffic lights, and hazardous roads. Engineers, in collaboration with MDOT and local police, will identify key areas needing upgrades. The survey is available on City Hall’s website, and the goal is to enhance overall transportation safety in Columbus.

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SUMMARY: In Rankin County, Mississippi, a submerged stolen vehicle was discovered in the Barnett Reservoir on October 24. Authorities responded to a boat ramp near Lake Harbor Road, where divers from the Reservoir Fire Department located a black 2008 Ford Mustang approximately 50 yards from the road, submerged in 15 feet of water. The vehicle had been reported stolen to Richland police in 2009. It was subsequently recovered and secured, with Rankin County deputies assisting in the ongoing investigation alongside Reservoir and Richland police.

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