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How slain MS deputy Martin Shields' colleagues will honor him and help Jackson-area grads
Mississippi law enforcement agencies and first responders are taking the court for a cause on Saturday, July 12, for the "Battle of the Badges Basketball Tournament." The basketball event is presented by the Deputy Martin L. Shields Jr. Memorial Foundation in honor of fallen Hinds County Deputy Martin Luther Shields Jr., 37, who was fatally shot on the evening of Feb. 23 while responding to a domestic dispute call at a home on Midway Road in Terry. Born on July 14, 1987, Shields dedicated his life to serving his community and protecting his fellow citizens. This was evident in the hundreds of people who showed up at Shields' celebration of life service to pay their respects, including Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves. Teams scheduled to participate in the event include the Hinds County Sheriff's Department, Jackson Fire Department, Jackson Police Department, Ridgeland Police Department and Mississippi Highway Patrol. Homicides continue to drop in Jackson: Jackson sees 40% reduction in homicides in first half of 2025 compared to last year. Who are the victims? When: Doors open at 2 p.m., July 12 Where: Jackson Academy, 4908 Ridgewood Road in Jackson Cost: $5 for kids 12 and under. $20 for general admission Pre-purchased tickets can be bought online through Eventbrite. All proceeds will go toward scholarships for graduating seniors in the Jackson Metro area. Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Have a tip? Email her at pdankins@ This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Hoops battle honors deputy Martin Shields, killed in the line of duty
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Health
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Jackson Fire Dept. installs Narcan box to fight opioid overdoses
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The Jackson Fire Department partnered with to install a Narcan box at the Central Fire Station to reduce opioid overdoses. According to the Narcan , Naloxone is a nasal spray that competes with opioids to bind with the same receptors in the brain, reversing the effects of an opioid overdose in two to three minutes. 'As first responders, we see firsthand the devastating impact of opioid overdoses in our community,' said Joe Smith, Assistant Fire Chief of the Jackson Fire Department. 'By making Narcan readily available, we hope to empower residents to take action in emergency situations and ultimately reduce the number of lives lost to overdoses.' Drug deaths fall to lowest level in 6 years 'We are proud to partner with the Jackson Fire Department on this initiative,' said Brooke Cross,Director of Jackson Services at Home of New Vision. 'Providing access to Narcan and educational resources is a vital step toward reducing stigma, increasing awareness, and saving lives.' The Narcan box is located outside of the front entrance of the Jackson Fire Department's Central Fire Station. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-03-2025
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Barn in Wisconsin completely destroyed after fire, estimated damages around $500,000
JACKSON, Wis. (WFRV) – A barn in Wisconsin was completely destroyed from a fire on Tuesday, along with a house on the property suffering exterior damage, with the estimated damages up to an estimated $500,000. According to the Jackson Fire Department, the Washington County Sheriff's Office received a report of a barn fire on Western Avenue in Jackson, and deputies and the Jackson Fire Department were dispatched to the scene. Child pronounced dead at hospital after fire in Calumet County, investigation underway Responders went to the scene and saw a large amount of smoke from the fire station, deeming it necessary to upgrade to a Working Still level Mutual Aid Box Alarm System box 12-3-2. The barn was fully engulfed with flames as the fire approached a house about 35 feet away, and command escalated the response to a box alarm. The first engine utilized 800 feet of a large hose to the back of the barn to focus on protecting the house. The quick efforts saved the home, which sustained exterior damage due to high heat, and a dog was rescued from the home by deputies. A secondary grass fire ignited nearby, spreading across the southern portion of Western Avenue. Additional units contained those flames. The barn was unfortunately deemed a complete loss, with all contents and the affected house sustaining an estimated $500,000 in damages. Further investigation revealed that a burn pit used earlier near the barn may have caused the fire as shifting winds carried sparks from the pit and ignited flames. Western Avenue was closed for about four hours as suppression efforts endured. Neenah police officer fired after search warrants lead to child pornography charges Several departments and agencies responded alongside the Jackson Fire Department and Washington County Sheriff's Office: Germantown Fire Department Richfield Fire Department Slinger Fire Department St. Lawrence Fire Department Hartford Fire Department Allenton Fire Department Newburg Fire Department Fillmore Fire Department Kewaskum Fire Department West Bend Fire Department Jackson Police Department WE Energies No additional details were provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-03-2025
- Climate
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Firefighters respond to fire at Jackson apartment complex
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson firefighters responded to a fire at an apartment complex. The fire occurred at the apartment complex in the 2600 block of Belvedere Drive near McDowell Road in South Jackson. EF-2 tornado in Wayne County causes damage, injuries Smoke could be seen coming from one of the units. There's no word on any injuries. WJTV 12 News reached out to the Jackson Fire Department (JFD) for more information about the incident. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-02-2025
- Business
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Jackson Fire Department unveils new drone
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)—The Jackson Fire Department has unveiled and tested a new drone to assist first responders. The Department reports the drone was donated by Industrial Steel Treating, a Jackson-based automotive supplier, last year. The company also covered the cost of training for three firefighters. The drone will be used by crews from the City of Jackson and Summit Twp. for firefighting, investigation, searches and rescues. 'It's just another tool that helps us do our job,' said Jackson Fire Department Capt. Shane Green in a news release sent to 6 News. Adding, ' They can be used for firefighting aspects, along with water and ice rescues. The drone can actually detect victims underwater. When looking for missing people with the thermal cameras, you're able to pick up heat signatures of victims. Tim Levy of Industrial Steel Treating says a major industrial fire that occurred last year on Aug. 22 inspired them to take action. This fire destroyed a vacant industrial facility on North St. near Hamilton St. in Jackson. Crews monitor debris, school canceled after massive fire near downtown Jackson 'If we had the drone, we could have thrown it up in about two minutes and gotten a full view of the fire. Plus the drone has the capability to find hot spots,' said Capt. Green in a news release sent to 6 News. 'We wanted to show our support for local firefighters and know when there's a major incident the drone will help the entire community. We're pleased to be a part of that,' said Levy in a news release sent to 6 News. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
