🌱 Garbage Collection Contract Decision Delayed + Couture Cares

Good morning, Jackson! Let's get you all caught up to start this Friday, Feb. 11 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in Jackson.

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First, today's weather:

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High: 72 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories in Jackson today:

1. The people of Jackson are ready for leaders to make a decision on a garbage collection contract for the city. Yesterday, the Jackson City Council pulled the execution of the Richard`s Disposal, Inc. garbage collection contract off the agenda. A local activist group said that they want the best contract possible but believe a decision needs to be made so the city can move on to other matters. (WJTV)
2. A non-profit is giving away 200 free prom dresses in the Jackson area. Couture Cares knows that prom night can be expensive, which is why it's opening a prom dress boutique later this month - and the dresses, shoes, and accessories will all be free! The event will take place in the Cade Chapel Church family life center in Jackson Feb. 26. It will be first come first served. (Jackson Free Press)
3. Jackson police have made several recent arrests, including those suspected of murder, carjacking, and a stabbing. Deputy Chief Deric Hearn said some of the arrests have been made during TAT (Ticket, Arrest, and Tow) checkpoints. Additional arrests include Antrell Johnson, Keshun Chamber, and Rosemary Hinton. (WAPT Jackson)

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Today in Jackson:

• Celebrating Black History Month With Weekday Movies And Documentaries - Medgar Evers Library (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• A COVID-19 vaccination clinic is to be held at Hope Spring MB Church in Jackson tomorrow, Feb. 12. from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (WJTV)
• Get ready for a sunny weekend! Check out the full Jackson Weekend Weather Forecast at the link. (Jackson Patch)
• Getting ready for Valentine's Day 2022? Here are some great gift and date ideas in Jackson for those struck by Cupid's arrow. (Clarion Ledger)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with 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.