Everyone has something to say about the big game from Landry Kiffin to yes, Shad White. It is not known if the Governors of the two states will mud wrestle in the nude on the field during pre-game festivities but we can hope. Or maybe not.
First up, State Auditor Shadrack White wasted no time upon his return from overseas in threatening to hold LSU accountable.
Last but not least is a little issue of free speech. Apparently a state university is going to prohibit students from wearing a particular type of shirt Saturday night.
Commissioner Sean Tindell and the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) today announced an enhanced law enforcement presence in Oxford and around the University of Mississippi ahead of this weekend’s Ole Miss–LSU football game.
With thousands of fans and visitors expected to travel to Oxford for the highly anticipated matchup and surrounding festivities, the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) will deploy its largest presence to date for a college game weekend. Approximately 65 to 70 MHP Troopers and Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division (CTED) officers are expected to be deployed throughout the area.
In addition to the increased number of Troopers and CTED officers, MDPS’ Special Operations Group, Air Operations and Mobile Command Center will be deployed to support public safety efforts throughout the weekend. Troopers will begin enhanced traffic enforcement details as early as Thursday and will maintain a highly visible and proactive presence through the conclusion of the weekend.
“This weekend will bring a significant number of visitors to Oxford, and our priority is making sure everyone can enjoy the game and surrounding events safely,” said Mississippi Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell. "This enhanced presence is about being prepared, staying proactive and working together. I'm grateful for our Troopers and officers, as well as our partners at the University of Mississippi, the City of Oxford and Louisiana State Police, for the coordination and commitment they are bringing to this weekend. We encourage everyone coming to Oxford to plan ahead, be patient on the roadways and do their part to make it a safe and enjoyable weekend."
MDPS is working closely with the University Police Department and the Oxford Police Department to coordinate law enforcement operations, traffic management and public safety efforts throughout the weekend.
MDPS is also coordinating with Louisiana State Police leadership to have approximately 10 to 15 Louisiana State Police officers work alongside Mississippi law enforcement during the weekend. MDPS routinely coordinates with visiting teams and their protective details to help ensure safe and efficient travel and operations.
MDPS encourages everyone traveling to Oxford for the game and related festivities to plan ahead and prepare for significantly increased traffic. Motorists should allow additional travel time, remain patient, avoid distracted or impaired driving and follow the directions of law enforcement officers managing traffic.
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Mississippi Highway Patrol and their local and university partners remain committed to providing a safe environment for fans, students, residents and visitors throughout the weekend.
3 comments:
Who gives a fuck!
Shocker, Shad White has something to say.
I expected this to be about the retarded governor of Louisiana.
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