🌱 Body At Battlefield Park + Plans For New Hinds County Jail

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and warmer. High: 67 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories in Jackson today:

1. A body was found in Battlefield Park on Highway 80 on Wednesday morning. According to authorities, the body appeared to have been at the park since late Tuesday night; a preliminary inspection revealed trauma to the body. The Hinds County coroner reports an autopsy will be conducted, at which time the state medical examiner will determine the official cause of death. (WAPT Jackson)
2. As the legal battle over conditions at the Raymond Detention Center continues, a new Hinds County detention center project is now underway. The new facility, which could hold 600-700 beds, could potentially address issues such as staffing and dangerous conditions for inmates. According to Sheriff Tyree Jones, the Raymond Detention Center will permanently close once the new jail is up and running. (WAPT Jackson)
3. Last Saturday (Mar. 5), nearly 100 Mississippi high school students attended Jackson State University to engage with and learn about local health care programs. The Exploring Healthcare Pathways program, held at participating campuses statewide, offers prospective students information on programs offered at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). The aim of the program is to inspire Mississippi high school students to pursue careers in health care, as well as to establish the importance of health for the state's population. (WJTV)

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Today in Jackson:

• Arts Advocacy for Mississippi: Virtual Event - Hosted By The Arts Commission (11:00 AM)
• Teach JPS Thursdays: A JPS Virtual Hiring Series for Educators - Hosted By Jackson Public Schools (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• As gas prices continue to surge, here is an updated list of the lowest gas prices in Jackson. (Clarion Ledger)
• These adorable, adoptable dogs and cats in Jackson area shelters are just waiting for their forever homes. Click to see if these pets would be the perfect fit for your household. (Jackson Patch)
• Join the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science tomorrow (Friday, Mar. 11) from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a celebration of women and minorities who are changing the face of scientific exploration. (Facebook)

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— 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.