🌱 Raymond Detention Center Federal Takeover? + Fossil Road Show

Happy Tuesday, people of Jackson! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Pleasant with plenty of sun. High: 71 Low: 50.

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Here are the top three stories today in Jackson:

1. Court proceedings began Monday to determine whether the federal government should take over the running of the Raymond Detention Center. Since 2016, the jail has been under a consent decree designed to address "unconstitutional conditions." U.S. Justice Department attorneys want Judge Carlton Reeves to not only continue the consent decree but go even further and institute a federal takeover. (WAPT)
2. Step into history with the Fossil Road Show, hosted by the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science! The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m on Saturday, Mar. 5. Visitors can enjoy fossil displays, hands-on activities, and even a scavenger hunt. (WJTV)
3. Residents of South Jackson's Cedar Crest Apartments fear their health is at risk due to poor conditions at the complex. According to residents, the landlord has not addressed sewage leaks and other maintenance issues in the apartments, causing residents to become sick as well as experience higher bills. Cedar Crest Management released a statement addressing the issue, stating that management "fixes all issues as they occur."(WLBT)

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Today in Jackson:

• JPS COVID-19 Vaccination Blitz - Jackson Public School District (8:30 AM)
• Celebrating Black History Month With Weekday Movies and Documentaries - Medgar Evers Library (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The old McRae's site on Meadowbrook Road will soon be the home to new lofts, according to the Fondren Renaissance Foundation. The group is currently working with the City of Jackson to work through the rezoning process. (WJTV)
• Careers in sales, driving, healthcare, education, and more await in the Jackson area. Find your next dream job today. (Jackson Patch)
• Celebrate anime, manga, and pop culture at the Mississippi Anime Festival from Mar. 12-13 at Jackson's Mississippi Trade Mart. (WJTV)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you tomorrow for another 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.