🌱 Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Awards Gala + Boil Notice

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 84 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories today in Jackson:

1. Broadcasters from across the state gathered in downtown Jackson for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Awards Gala. The event occurred at the Old Capitol Inn and featured various different news mediums. Awards were given out for numerous different categories such as breaking news, breaking weather, and investigative reporting. (WJTV)
2. The City of Jackson Water/Utilities Division has issued a boil water notice for roughly 30 residents. Neighbors on Wayneland Drive have been notified to boil water before using it for consumption. The notice will reportedly be lifted when the division deems the water to be safe again. (WJTV)
3. A man has been pronounced dead after suddenly crashing his vehicle into a Jackson apartment complex. Witnesses were surprised when the vehicle rammed into the building Friday night. The Hinds County Corner reports that Marcus Smith, 37-years-old, passed away after the incident and has not confirmed the cause of the wreck. (WAPT Jackson)

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Today in Jackson:

• Easter Bunny Photos At NorthPark Center Court (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Cooperation Jackson raises awareness of hurricanes and announces upcoming Emergency Preparedness training. The training will reportedly occur in June. (Facebook)
• Apr. 16 is officially Bunnies & Butterflies at the Mississippi Children's Museum. The event is free for museum members and is $10 for non-members. (Facebook)
• The Jackson Zoo accepts visitors until 3:00 p.m. When is the last time you saw the animals? (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.