Schafer wins reelection as mayor of Diamondhead by 2 votes

“The federal election-day statutes do not prevent Mississippi from counting absentee ballots postmarked by election day but received up to five days thereafter,” Justice Barrett wrote. Governor Tate Reeves is calling on lawmakers to repeal the COVID-era law during the 2027 session.

Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson and Secretary of State Michael Watson have announced runs for Governor and Lt. Governor, respectively, in next year's statewide elections. Both reminded voters of their record on Thursday at Founders Square and looked ahead to their campaigns.