SUMMARY: A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against Jackson filed by Retro Metro, LLC, after the city ended its lease early at Metrocenter Mall due to unsafe conditions, including raw sewage and water leaks. Retro Metro sought damages for breach of contract, as the city had moved offices to a new location. The judge also dismissed a separate discrimination claim by Retro Metro, which alleged preferential treatment for white-owned companies. The court concluded that the city acted to protect employees and the public, and the decision to relocate was not racially motivated, as emphasized by Jackson’s officials.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi’s Public Service Commission is hosting a Telecom Summit on December 10, from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Woolfolk Building in downtown Jackson. The event will feature keynote speakers from major telecommunication companies and experts who will address current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the state’s information and communication sector. The commissioners emphasized that connectivity is vital for economic growth and community well-being and aim to collaborate with industry leaders to advance telecom developments in Mississippi. Registration is available online, and the event will also be accessible for remote viewing.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi will soon welcome its first Topgolf location in Ridgeland, following three years of planning. Situated off Interstate 55 at Colony Park Boulevard, the venue is set to open in December, as announced by Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGee. The facility will feature 60 climate-controlled outdoor hitting bays, a chef-driven menu, drinks, music, and year-round programming, along with Topgolf’s proprietary Toptracer technology. Beyond golfing, it will host events like receptions and birthday parties. Additionally, the site will evolve into Prado Vista, which will include a grocery store, hotels, office space, and a riverwalk, creating 200 jobs and generating over $1 million in tax revenue.

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