🌱 St. Dominic Closes Behavioral Health Unit + Woman Attacked By Dogs

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Here are the top three stories in Jackson today:

1. St. Dominic Hospital is closing its Behavioral Health Services, citing "financial challenges" as the reason for the closure. Sitaniel Wimbley, the executive director of NAMI Mississippi, said that this move could be a blow to people seeking mental health care. Wimbley explained that St. Dominic is one of two places in the city where people experiencing a mental health crisis are taken, and the hospital also provided care for people across the state. Wimbley is especially concerned about having fewer beds available in the city for people who need treatment and stabilization. (WLBT)
2. Residents at the Village Apartments off Raymond Road are afraid for their safety after a recent shooting. One resident said that living at the apartment complex was like "living in a war zone." Residents say the most recent shooting occurred early Tuesday morning, and one resident described her fear as she checked on her children after hearing shots and finding their window had been hit by a bullet. Another resident, Cassandra Frost, said she has seen several people — including children — walking around the apartment complex with guns. (WAPT)
3. An elderly woman sustained severe injuries after being attacked by a group of dogs in a Jackson neighborhood. The incident occurred on Clairmont Street, where residents say the dogs have been causing problems for years. Resident Nancy Singleton said there are about a half dozen aggressive pit bulls that chase people and vehicles in the area. She also said that neighbors have asked the dogs' owner to put them on a leash, but the owner has not done so. The Jackson Police Department confirmed that two dogs were involved in the attack, and they are both with animal control. (WLBT)

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Today in Jackson:

• Tinker Thursday At Mississippi Children's Museum (10:00 AM)
• Sewing Alterations & Repairs At Bean Path (6:00 PM)
• Devin The Dude With 5th Child Live At Martin's Downtown (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Volunteering with the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is a great way to have fun while helping out. To learn more about becoming a museum volunteer, click here. (Mississippi Museum of Natural Science via Facebook)
• In case you missed it, people who rent homes in Jackson can report landlords who haven't made basic repairs to the city government. Renters can call (601) 960-1671 or email Rentals@jacksonms.gov to report violations, such as ceiling leaks or rental homes that lack smoke alarms. (City of Jackson - Planning and Development via Facebook)
• This week, Jackson is commemorating the 60th year since the assassination of Medgar Evers. The Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute is honoring the civil rights leader with events throughout the city. Click here to learn more. (Visit Jackson, MS via Facebook)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.