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Starkville ensures residents have clean water for long time

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www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-06-05 19:02:28

SUMMARY: In Starkville, Mississippi, efforts are underway to ensure clean water access for all residents. While globally, 74% lack clean water, over 2 million Americans still face this issue. Starkville is proactive, examining its water system’s capacity, facilities, and treatment processes to maintain efficiency and effectiveness. Joe Max Higgins emphasized the importance of a robust water system for the city’s growth, with an estimated daily usage of 100 gallons per person. Edward Kemp, Starkville Utilities General Manager, highlighted the need for continuous investment to keep systems updated and support the growing community. For more details, contact Starkville Utilities.

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Memphis man convicted in fatal shooting at Jackson motel

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-15 13:26:00

SUMMARY: Marvin Willoughby, a Memphis man, was convicted for the 2017 homicide of 28-year-old Freddie Mosley at the Mustang Motel in Jackson, Mississippi. The incident occurred on September 12, when police found Mosley dead at the scene. Investigators identified Willoughby as the shooter through surveillance footage. After a two-week manhunt across multiple states, he was apprehended by U.S. Marshals in Kansas. Authorities revealed he was also involved in human trafficking and prostitution, bringing women to Jackson for sex work. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens announced the conviction.

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U.S. 80 bridge in Jackson to close for several months

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-15 11:25:00

SUMMARY: A bridge on U.S. 80 over the Pearl River, at the Hinds/Rankin County line in Jackson, Mississippi, will be closed for several months starting December 2, 2024, due to deck replacement by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The closure is expected to last until summer 2025. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes, including I-20, I-55, State Street, and local roads. MDOT will install message boards to alert drivers about the upcoming closure.

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9-year-old gets support from officer after stun gun incident

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www.wjtv.com – Mike Suriani – 2024-11-15 08:58:00

SUMMARY: WREG is seeking records and bodycam footage of an incident in Southaven, Mississippi, where a police officer allegedly pointed a stun gun at 9-year-old Ahmar Anderson on Nov. 7. The officer mistook him for a robbery suspect, but Ahmar was wearing a purple and white letterman jacket, not matching the description. Ahmar’s mother, Shaquita Anderson Wade, believes he was targeted due to his size and race. Despite the incident, Ahmar has received support, including from police officers, and his mother hopes he feels safe calling the authorities in the future. The matter is under investigation, and footage is not yet available.

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