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Andy Boyd wins Mississippi House District 37 Special Election

By: Frank Corder - November 9, 2022

Andy Boyd with his wife, Sherry

The new state representative will be sworn in to fill the unexpired term after results have been certified.

Andy Boyd defeated David Chism in Tuesday’s special election in Mississippi House District 37 race, winning the seat to fill the unexpired term of former State Rep. Joseph Lynn Wright who died unexpectedly in June of this year.

Boyd won 58% to Chism’s 42% of the vote.

Special elections in Mississippi are non-partisan, meaning candidates do not run under a political party label.

Boyd took to Facebook to thank voters for giving him the opportunity to serve.
“We have made many, many new friends along the way and the help and support we received in all three counties we are most grateful for,” Boyd wrote. “I would like to thank Mr. Chism for his hard work and running a clean campaign. I wish you and your family the best.”

Boyd, the executive director for the Columbus YMCA, said that faith, family, friends and community will continue to be his focus.

“The Lord Jesus has taken us down this path and has been with us every step of the way,” Boyd added.

Boyd was endorsed by the widow of the former State Representative he will now succeed in office.

The unexpired term for Boyd will end in January 2024. It is assumed that he will seek re-election in the 2023 state election cycle, qualifying for which opens in January 2023.

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Frank Corder

For nearly two decades, Frank Corder has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, elections, business and matters of faith. He is the Editor for Magnolia Tribune where he oversees the day-to-day content development. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been syndicated throughout Mississippi as well as in various national publications. His resume includes appearances on the BBC, CBS News, ABC News, and Fox News, among others. Frank is a frequent analyst on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State and beyond. During his career, Frank has interviewed government officials and candidates from City Halls to the White House, including Presidential candidates, White House officials, U.S. Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet Secretaries, and Governors. He previously hosted his own local radio and television programs and has managed private businesses in the financial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Frank has served his community as an elected City Councilman and as an Assistant/Acting City Manager. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, he led the effort to plan Pascagoula's recovery and rebuilding which earned him recognition as Mississippi's Volunteer of the Year. Frank also led Pascagoula's municipal government out of a $14.5 million deficit, which the Mississippi State Auditor heralded as a model for other communities facing dire financial straits. As the president of the Pascagoula High School Quarterback Club, Frank has self-published "The Book of Pascagoula Football." He has been married for over 25 years and has two children, both of whom work in public education. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com