🌱 Adult Hospital Improvements Veto + Jackson State Student Found Safe

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 81 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories today in Jackson:

1. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has vetoed a budget bill that would allocate $50 million for the University of Mississippi Medical Center. The funds would have been used to improve the center's adult hospital in Jackson. The money was to come from the state's pandemic recovery fund received from the federal government. (WAPT Jackson)
2. A missing Jackson State student has been found safe in Virginia. Kamilah Fipps was located in Richmond, Virginia and has been reunited with her family. The Jackson State University Police Chief recognizes the support given by the Richmond Police Department during the investigation. (WJTV)
3. Richard's Disposal has entered into a one-year contract with Hawkins Field for $69,380.50. The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority owns and operates Hawkins Field and the connecting apron. Richard's Disposal will have to move from the space if an aeronautical user wants to use the space. (WLBT)

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Today in Jackson:

• Anime Club LIVE! for Teens At The Quisenberry Library (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Jackson PetSmart provides a clean area for the Jackson Animal Shelter's cats awaiting adoption. Volunteer opportunities are open at the Jackson PetSmart for any animal lovers! (Facebook)
• Habitat for Humanity Mississippi Capital Area is breaking ground on a Zero Net Energy home today on Cedarhurst Drive. (Facebook)
• The JTran will return to full service on Monday. Visit jacksonms.gov for full route information. (Twitter)

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— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.