🌱 1 Kingston Frazier Kidnapper On Parole + Police Checkpoints

Hello, people of Jackson! Kayla Harrison here with today's copy of the Jackson Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Heavy t-storms; not as warm. High: 66 Low: 32.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Jackson:

1. D'Allen Washington, one of three men imprisoned for the 2017 kidnapping and death of 6-year-old Kingston Frazier, was released on Feb. 1, 2022, and is now on parole until 2028. Washington was serving time for one count of accessory after the fact of kidnapping; he had been sentenced to up to 20 years in prison with five years suspended. Frazier was killed on May 18, 2017, after the car he was asleep in was stolen from the parking lot of the Kroger on I-55. (WLBT)
2. The Jackson Police Department has been conducting safety checkpoints to track down illegal activity happening in town as part of an initiative called TAT (Tickets, Arrests, and Tow). On Tuesday, police made 20 arrests, issued more than 50 citations, and recovered an automatic rifle and two handguns at their first checkpoint on Northside Drive and Hanging Moss Road. Police also set up a checkpoint at Keele Street and Culley Drive. (WLBT)
3. Looking for your new best friend? Check out our list of animals currently available for adoption in the Jackson area, including an adorable hamster and several dogs. (Jackson Patch)

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Today in Jackson:

• Preschool Story Time At G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library (10:30 AM)
• Make Your Own Valentine's Day Card At G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Want to find some new nightlife spots in Jackson? Here's a list of recommendations from Jackson Free Press. (Jackson Free Press)
• The U.S. National Weather Service warns of a strong cold front, heavy rains, and a chance for severe storms in Jackson today. (Facebook)
• Looking for the perfect Valentine's Day getaway? Visit the Fairview Inn in Jackson to celebrate with roses, chocolate strawberries, champagne, and dinner for two! (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.