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April 19, 2005
Arsonists Torch Press Boxes
Arsonists Torch Press Boxes Tuesday Mayor Harvey Johnson and Frank Melton spoke out at an election forum, voicing their very different views of Jackson. Both men running for mayor in the Democratic primary were invited to speak at Central Mississippi Medical Center. But they didn’t face off head to head. Melton spoke first, citing crime…
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April 19, 2005
Harvey Johnson meeting for Ward 1 & 7 Businesspeople at the University Club
Harvey Johnson meeting for Ward 1 & 7 Businesspeople at the University Club
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April 18, 2005
Let The Debates Begin
Who won?
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April 18, 2005
Foes clash on crime, jobs
Foes clash on crime, jobs Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. and challenger Frank Melton elbowed and jabbed each other on crime, jobs and leadership Sunday in their first debate, which was marred by a technical problem for television viewers. Crime was a central issue in the hour-long forum at Murrah High School before more than…
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April 18, 2005
Johnson and Melton Debate with video link
Johnson and Melton Debate Complete with link to watch the entire debate using Real Audio! WJTV 4/17/5
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April 18, 2005
Jackson Mayoral Debate
Jackson Mayoral Debate Each man got in jabs about the others leadership, voting record and crime solutions. Mayor Harvey Johnson said, “Having a person who thinks he can be mayor based on a 45 second sound bite.” Challenger Frank melton said, “I can get more done in 45 seconds that he can get done in…
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April 18, 2005
Rev. Horace Buckley in Mayor’s Radio Ads Appointed to City Board
According to the City of Jackson (see p3), Mayor Johnson appointed Rev. Horace Buckley to the Municipal Civil Service Board in January of 2004. This was a political appointment that needed confirmation from the City Council according to the city of Jackson web site. “It’s about trust. This is Rev. Horace Buckley. As a former…
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April 17, 2005
Pearl scores grand slam with baseball stadium
Pearl scores grand slam with baseball stadium From his suite at Trustmark Park, Tim Bennett should feel special Monday when the first pitch is tossed at the Mississippi Braves’ home opener. As the key player in bringing the Braves to Pearl, Bennett didn’t just steal home. He scored the deciding run in the bottom of…
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April 17, 2005
Voting is obligation for media, Mr. Melton
Voting is obligation for media, Mr. Melton The answer to the question of why Jackson mayoral candidate and “bottom line” former TV personality Frank Melton has apparently chosen frequently not to exercise his right to vote isn’t one I can provide. Don’t know why Mr. Melton didn’t vote; don’t much care why, either. But I…
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April 17, 2005
Mayoral campaign advertising
Mayoral campaign advertising Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson and challenger Frank Melton, who square off in the May 3 Democratic primary, are battling over the airwaves via television and radio commercials. Challenger Annell Smith joins the two in the Democratic primary. Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr.’s campaign has had this minute-long radio advertisement in recent weeks. “It’s…
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April 17, 2005
Mayoral ad blitz hits city’s airwaves
Mayoral ad blitz hits city’s airwaves Democratic Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr.’s ads have tried to get across at least three points: Melton lied about his residency; Melton is a Republican disguised as a Democrat; Johnson’s work to add nearly 200 police officers to the force over the past eight years. Democratic challenger Frank Melton’s…
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April 17, 2005
Suspected Car Thief’s Mother Speaks Out
Suspected Car Thief’s Mother Speaks Out “When you take someone’s vehicle it is a very intrusive criminal act, it’s not for fun,” said Graham. It is also not the first time for Cory Smith. “[He’s been arrested for] several felonies, been arrested before on auto theft, also arrested his brother several times on auto theft,…
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October 10, 2025
Mississippi’s Mike Hurst confirmed as general counsel of Republican National Committee
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Samy Magdy, Associated Press
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October 10, 2025
Israeli Cabinet approves Trump’s plan for Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages held by Hamas
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 9, 2025
State Board of Health updated on effects of federal shutdown, importance of vaccinations
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October 7, 2025
Averitt Express announces $9.6 million expansion in Richland
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October 2, 2025
Smurfit Westrock expanding in Saltillo
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Lynne Jeter
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September 25, 2025
Jabil establishing $70 million facility in Marshall County
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Richelle Putnam
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October 10, 2025
A mural movement and revolution: Inside the Meridian Museum Art Collective
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Alistair Begg
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October 10, 2025
Does God need us?
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Meredith Biesinger
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October 9, 2025
A sweet spot in Hattiesburg: Mulukakao makes chocolate and coffee with heart
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Jonathan Bain
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October 10, 2025
Don’t Mistake Medicaid Work Requirements for a Green Light on Medicaid Expansion
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Casey Anderson
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October 10, 2025
Support for Drax is support for Mississippi’s forests and economy
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Sid Salter
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October 8, 2025
Researchers say religion declines globally, but Mississippi still the ‘most religious state’
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