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Jackson voters reject tourism tax increase

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson voters rejected a proposed tourism tax increase, so the increase will not take effect. Fifty-four percent of voters in the city voted against the plan. Vote totals. The increase needed 60% of the vote in its favor to pass. It received a little over 45%.

Jackson, MS · 2d
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The Clarion Ledger

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See candidates in runoff for MS House District 70, District 77 races

Neither of the state legislative special elections resulted in an Election Day winner . Instead, residents of Hinds County and Rankin and Simpson counties will hit the polls again on Dec. 1 for runoff elections. Both special elections were called in June after the deaths of Rep. Bo Brown, D-Jackson, and Rep. Price Wallace, R-Mendenhall. Gov. Tate Reeves aimed to fill the vacancies before the start of the 2027 legislative session in January. Seven candidates entered the two races, and the top two of each contest will advance to the runoff next month. Here are the names voters will see on their ballots. Who advanced to the runoff in District 70 in Hinds County? Marcus A. Cheatham and James Lott III will advance to a Dec. 1 runoff for Mississippi House District 70 after no candidate received a majority in the special election, according to unofficial results. Cheatham is a businessman from Jackson, and Lott is an alderman for the city of Clinton. District 70 covers northeastern Hinds County bordering Madison County, including the eastern part of Clinton. Cheatham led the field but fell short of the majority needed to win outright, with results showing: Marcus A. Cheatham: 3,345 votes

Hinds County, MS · 2d

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Groundworks provides foundation solutions in Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Groundworks is a national company with a local office in the Jackson metro area. It is employee-owned. Certified Field Inspector Stanley Johnson visited Studio 3 and shared how the employee-owned company makes a big difference to customers. Groundworks can handle foundation, basements, and crawl spaces. To learn...

Jackson, MS · 3d
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Restoration of Mississippi’s Merci Train is complete

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) announced the restoration work of the state’s Merci Train, a post-World War II gift from France, has been completed. Located behind the Old Capitol Museum and the GM&O Train Depot, the gray boxcar is one of...

Mississippi · 16h
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Veteran’s Day events held across Mississippi

Each November, military veterans around the country are honored. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, the observance dates back to 1919, when World War I ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28. Fighting actually ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

Mississippi · 21h

Mississippi Today

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Legislators plan for 3.5% increase in tax revenue, keeping up with inflation

Wednesday’s Joint Legislative Budget Committee meeting was just the latest step in the state budget process.

Mississippi · 2d

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Leader calls for decorum on both sides after outburst derails city council meeting

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A Jackson city councilman is asking people to tone down the rhetoric about data centers after yet another outburst at a city council meeting. On Tuesday, the meeting was recessed after Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes said he would “cut out a b----” in response to a comment made by a data center protester.

Jackson, MS · 3d

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‘Slap in the face to me as a Muslim’: Human rights activist calls on Stokes to resign following Tuesday outburst

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A human rights activist and member of Jackson’s Muslim community is calling on a Jackson city councilman to resign a day after he hurled a derogatory religious remark at her and her fellow protesters. On Tuesday, Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes told Candace Abdul-Tawwab and...

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Groups raise concerns about public view of affidavit ballot count in 3 Mississippi counties

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Local groups are raising concerns about how affidavit ballots are being counted in DeSoto, Harrison and Madison counties. The groups say part of the process is happening out of public view. Harya Tarekegn, director of advocacy for the Mississippi Center for Justice, said some counties are...

Mississippi · 12h

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Ali Vitali is at the Big Board as Mississippi remains uncalled

Americans delivered a resounding rebuke of President Trump and the GOP last night with Democrats flipping both the House and Senate. However, the Mississippi Senate race has yet to be called. MS NOW Senior Capitol Hill Reporter Ali Vitali is at the Big Board with the latest numbers.

Mississippi · 2d

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USACE launches 80th annual Mississippi River revetment season

VICKSBURG, Miss. (KTVE/KARD) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District has begun its 80th annual Mississippi River revetment season, with the district’s Mat Sinking Unit fleet launching operations Nov. 4 to help protect communities and infrastructure along the river. The specialized crews place articulated concrete mats, known as revetment, along the Mississippi River […]

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Mississippi fire marshal’s office rolls out 30,000 free smoke detectors statewide

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The State Fire Marshal’s Office is rolling out 30,000 new smoke detectors statewide, and local fire departments are giving them out for free. Firefighters said smoke detectors too often were not working or homes did not have enough. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Mississippi has the worst record when it comes to fire safety.

Mississippi · 1d

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Central Mississippi Walk to End Alzheimer’s Set for Saturday at Trustmark Park

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Hundreds of families, caregivers, advocates, and community leaders across the Jackson metro will gather this weekend for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Central Mississippi. Taking place on Saturday, November 7, at Trustmark Park in Pearl, the annual event raises critical funds and...

Pearl, MS · 1d

Madison County Journal

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Madison to hold hearing on up to $11.741 million in TIF bonds for retail and dining development

MADISON — City officials are moving forward with a tax increment financing (TIF) plan to issue up to $11.741 million in bonds to support "The Gallery," a proposed $59.2 million mixed-use entertainment, retail, and dining development along Galleria Parkway. The development will sit on about 24.8 acres between Galleria...

Madison, MS · 3d

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Mississippi votes Democrat Bennie Thompson as 2nd District U.S. Representative

JACKSON, Miss. — Democrat Bennie G. Thompson won the 2nd District U.S. House seat in Mississippi. Thompson went against Republican Ron Eller and independent Bennie Foster for his 2nd District U.S. House seat. With 37% of the vote counted, the Associated Press declared Thompson the winner of that race with 63.3% of the vote.

Mississippi · 3d

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Lacey Handjie Lawsuit Settled; Acanthamoeba Lens Warning Issued, With MS Senate & LA Political Updates

Your browser does not support the audio element. The family of Lacey Handjie has settled its lawsuit over her death in the Adams County Jail during th...

Adams County, MS · 2d

Madison County Journal

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Bozeman road widening Phase I 85% complete and ahead of schedule

Phase I of the ongoing $40-million Bozeman Road widening project is bout 85 percent complete and ahead of schedule, County Engineer Tim Bryan said. Bryan said they hope to have this phase of the project, which will widen Bozeman Road from Highway 463 to the Reunion Parkway, complete by late January. The project is being handled by Hemphill Construction.

Madison, MS · 3d

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USACE announces dates for annual Youth Waterfowl Hunt

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Arkabutla Lake and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks will hold a youth waterfowl hunt on January 30 and February 6, 2027, in a management area near Arkabutla Dam. The youth waterfowl hunt will provide an opportunity for experienced waterfowl hunters to teach the younger generations of hunters the proper techniques and ethics of the sport.

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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MDES to honor veterans, highlight job services Nov. 10

JACKSON — The Mississippi Department of Employment Security will honor veterans and highlight its job services for former service members at a Nov. 10 program. The program will feature remarks from retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Scott Wiggins and performances or presentations by the Ridgeland High School Air Force JROTC and Jackson State University Brass Quintet Ensemble.

Jackson, MS · 1d

fox13memphis.com

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Long lines, lack of machines and hourslong waits: DeSoto County voters describe Election Day frustrations

DESOTO COUNTY, Miss. — Some voters in DeSoto County spent hours waiting to cast their ballots Tuesday, with residents reporting long lines, limited voting machines and delays during Mississippi's general election. Wait times varied significantly depending on the polling location. While some residents reported relatively short waits, others said...

Desoto County, MS · 2d