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Ridgeland seeing a business boom

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May 23, 2024

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-23 21:33:48

SUMMARY: The City of Ridgeland is undergoing a major development project worth $10.5 million, approved unanimously by the Board of Aldermen. The new construction will host various businesses, including Aldi's Grocery Store, Amazon Web Services, retail outlets, and the state's first Top Golf. Mayor Gene McGee highlighted the city's low taxes and high services as attractive for businesses. Residents like Joanne Bell expressed excitement over the enhanced quality of life and community connectivity brought by the new openings. New sites for T.J. Maxx, Old Navy, PetSmart, and La-Z-Boy will also be established next to Costco, with businesses expected to open soon.

Aldi, along with national retail chains, coming to Ridgeland

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Children rescued from Mississippi River in Natchez

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July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-01 09:43:19

SUMMARY: On Sunday, a dramatic rescue unfolded as police and civilians saved three children from the Mississippi River, reports the National Democrat. A 16-year-old girl spent nearly 25 minutes in the water trying to save her younger brothers after one slipped in. Bystanders managed to rescue the younger children, while the girl was carried downstream. Local civilians with boats successfully rescued her, and she is expected to recover despite ingesting river water.

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Jackson City Council moving forward with override of mayor's veto

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1 hour ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 09:23:51

SUMMARY: Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes advocates for Jackson's Police Chief Joseph Wade and his team to work under official contracts, citing crime reduction and operational autonomy. Two weeks ago, the City Council voted in favor, but Mayor vetoed the decision, calling it unnecessary. Stokes insists it's within their rights to override the veto. Councilman Aaron Banks and Brian Grizzell oppose, arguing it's redundant and potentially harmful to employee benefits like health insurance and retirement. Despite the supermajority's support, the debate continues over the necessity and impact of these contracts on city employees' rights and benefits.

Council members are moving forward after overriding the mayor's veto to issue contracts to Jackson's police and fire chiefs.

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Clinton mayor speaks out about meeting with secretary of transportation

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2 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 08:24:16

SUMMARY: Metro area Mayor Phil Fisher discussed his recent meeting with U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, who visited Mississippi to emphasize the Biden-Harris administration's investments in the state. Fisher presented Buttigieg with information about Clinton's transportation needs, including potential road expansions on Northside, Pinehaven, and Arrow Drive. Fisher hopes Buttigieg will support their funding requests. In other news, details are still pending on a security incident involving a driver, with no information on the driver's condition released yet.