SUMMARY: A shooting at a trail ride in Holmes County, Mississippi, resulted in three fatalities and eight injuries on October 19. The incident occurred around midnight on Highway 17 North, shortly after a homecoming event. The victims were identified as 25-year-old Martel Gibson and 19-year-olds Shundra Chestnut and John Jenkins, all from Durant or nearby areas. Following an argument among some young men, gunfire erupted. Some injured victims were airlifted to a Jackson hospital. Law enforcement is currently searching for suspects, with assistance from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

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SUMMARY: In Simpson County, Mississippi, the community is mourning the tragic loss of three workers—Kevin Malone, Charles Ingleharte, and Charles Badger—who died during the collapse of the Strong River bridge they were demolishing. Three others are hospitalized, with one, Aidan Lowerly, suffering serious injuries. Residents express shock and grief, reflecting on the lost potential of the victims. The bridge replacement project is on hold as OSHA investigates the incident, while T.L. Wallace, the contractor, confirms compliance with the investigation. Local authorities urge residents to avoid the bridge site during this distressing time.

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SUMMARY: Sherik Marve Smith has been charged in the Jackson bribery scandal, making him the second person involved. Court documents indicate that two co-conspirators are elected officials in Jackson, with Smith allegedly agreeing to make cash payments and campaign contributions to them. Notably, $10,000 was delivered to one elected official from FBI sources, while the other received a check for their reelection campaign. Councilmen Ashby Foote and Vernon Hartley expressed concern over the impact of these actions on the government‘s effectiveness, hoping for the identification and accountability of all those involved to better serve the citizens of Jackson.

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