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August 22, 2008
Presidential debate to hit on security
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/22/8 University of Mississippi officials were told Thursday that their Sept. 26 presidential debate will focus on foreign affairs and national security, rather than domestic issues as they had planned. Andy Mullins, executive assistant to the chancellor, said Janet Brown, the executive director of the Commission on Presidential Debates, called him before 8…
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August 22, 2008
Budget plan includes raises, tax cut
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/22/8 Jackson City Council members got their first collective look at Mayor Frank Melton’s proposed $344.9 million budget for 2008-09 on Thursday and immediately began changing it. The spending plan promises everything from a pay raise for city employees to money for an expanded summer jobs program for young people to lower taxes.…
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August 22, 2008
Under pressure, still defiant
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/22/8 Jackson Mayor Frank Melton stepped back onto familiar ground Thursday for his third State of the City speech, speaking to a mostly supportive group about the city’s development successes, its crumbling infrastructure and his continued passion for its troubled youth. He also alluded to his precarious position as he begins to campaign…
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August 22, 2008
Chevron expanding again
The Sun Herald, 8/22/8 Officials with Chevron Corporation announced Thursday the company is taking steps toward another expansion at its refinery plant east of Pascagoula. The refinery would produce 25,000 barrels a day of base oil, used in making premium motor oils. With this addition Chevron would become the largest producer of base oil in…
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August 22, 2008
Hearing set on Medicaid dispute
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/21/8 A hearing to determine the legality of Gov. Haley Barbour’s latest plan to pay for Medicaid is set for next week. Hinds County Chancery Judge William Singletary will hear arguments Wednesday at 10 a.m., according to court administrators. A group of hospitals is challenging the governor’s plan to raise taxes on the…
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August 22, 2008
Ballot order could be critical in election
The Hattiesburg American, 8/22/8 A battle is brewing over ballot order in Mississippi, and Democrats believe the decision of a Republican-controlled board could influence how many people vote in a tightly contested special election for U.S. Senate. Tim Phillips is campaign manager for Democrat Ronnie Musgrove, who’s challenging Republican U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker in a…
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August 22, 2008
Sex Trade Spikes During Conventions
“Republican Convention Party Entertainment – Hostesses wanted,” reads the headline of one “erotic services” ad from the Minneapolis area on Craig’s List, the popular classified-ad Web site. In the advertisement, the unnamed outfit said it was looking for “fun, outgoing” women to help entertain “High-end clients” during the convention, expected to bring tens of thousands…
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August 22, 2008
U.S. attorney made ’02 contribution to Wicker campaign
U.S. attorney made ’02 contribution to Wicker campaign Greenlee was nominated for the U.S. attorney post in 2001 by President George W. Bush, supported by Mississippi Republican Sens. Thad Cochran and Trent Lott. On Oct. 11, 2002 – just weeks before then-U.S. Rep. Roger Wicker won another term in Congress – Greenlee made a donation…
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August 22, 2008
Musgrove running from Obama taint at DNC
Mark Udall missing key convention event All of the candidates chosen to speak are running in Democratic-leaning states, and face little risk in being associated with the national party in a high-profile manner. In addition, Virginia Senate nominee Mark Warner will be delivering the keynote address on Tuesday night. But what’s equally notable are the…
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August 22, 2008
After Upshaw’s death, it’s prudent to extend labor deadlines
After Upshaw’s death, it’s prudent to extend labor deadlines The surprising death of Gene Upshaw has sent shock waves through the NFL. In time, however, significant questions regarding the future of the NFL Players Association will need to be addressed. As an initial matter, the union will be reeling to replace him but needs to…
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August 22, 2008
Democratic State of the States 2008: Mississippi
Democratic State of the States 2008: Mississippi GOP stalwart Haley Barbour , the current two-term governor, is a former chairman of the Republican National Committee. And GOP Sen. Thad Cochran is a shoo-in to win a sixth term in November. But Republican gains have not been as pervasive down-ballot. Childers’ win gave Democrats a 3-to-1…
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August 22, 2008
Upshaw’s player mentality yielded mixed results
Upshaw’s player mentality yielded mixed results Somehow, the news that Gene Upshaw has died at the age of 63 does not shock. Ex-football players tend to die young. “We have a short life span,” said another Hall of Fame guard, Joe DeLamielleure, Upshaw’s contemporary and more recently, his antagonist. “It’s just the way it is.”…
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May 1, 2026
Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown
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Daniel Tyson
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May 1, 2026
Federal judge temporarily blocks new Metro Jackson Water Authority
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May 1, 2026
Magnolia Mornings: May 1, 2026
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Frank Corder
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April 23, 2026
Mississippi companies invited to participate in 2026 Southeastern U.S.–Canadian Provinces Conference
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Frank Corder
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April 22, 2026
Corderill investing $100 million at Meridian data center campus
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Frank Corder
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April 17, 2026
Walmart announces plan to remodel 19 Mississippi stores
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Marilyn Tinnin
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May 1, 2026
The tragic history of Windsor
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Alistair Begg
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May 1, 2026
A disciple of Christ
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Susan Marquez
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April 30, 2026
Rediscover the original Solly’s Hot Tamales in Vicksburg
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Susan Crabtree
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May 1, 2026
U.S. Secret Service Chief says Hilton site was ‘set up perfectly,’ critics disagree
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Russ Latino
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April 29, 2026
U.S. Supreme Court’s voting rights decision carries big implications for Mississippi
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Sid Salter
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April 29, 2026
Reeves’ decision to preemptively call a special session for judicial redistricting is shrewd
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