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April 12, 2005
JSU upgrading neighborhood
JSU upgrading neighborhood A wrought-iron fence separating Jackson State from Washington Addition symbolizes its disconnect with some residents. But the university is beginning to reach across the fence to help restore the historic community. The state’s only urban university is renovating a handful of houses it owns on Barrett Avenue in Washington Addition. It also…
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April 12, 2005
Hearing delayed for ex-convict in shooting case
Hearing delayed for ex-convict in shooting case A detention hearing for an ex-convict believed to have sold Omar Hampton the stolen gun used to kill Jackson Police Officer Thomas Catchings was delayed Monday afternoon amid concerns about the man’s mental competency. The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms & Explosives arrested Jessie James Powell, 49, of…
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April 12, 2005
Fire union agreement to be signed by mayor
Fire union agreement to be signed by mayor Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. will sign a proposed labor agreement today with top officials of the International Association of Firefighters, city spokesman Chris Mims said. Mims wouldn’t discuss the contract’s details, but he said the city has been in negotiations with the union for a long…
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April 11, 2005
2 mayoral candidates speak at forum
2 mayoral candidates speak at forum At the start of a forum Saturday, Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. took swipes at his absent opponent’s legitimacy as a true Democrat. When he wasn’t taking shots at Frank Melton, he was showcasing his own eight-year record. Annell Smith, the opponent who was present, told Johnson that she…
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April 11, 2005
Why back candidate who does not vote?
Why back candidate who does not vote? Frank Melton lives in a gated northeast Jackson community on a gated street in a mansion surrounded by a gate. He pays taxes in Jackson and is a registered voter in Hinds County but has filed homestead exemption on a Texas home. Is Melton a legal resident of…
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April 10, 2005
Mayoral Candidates Square Off
Mayoral Candidates Square Off Is Frank Melton a Republican in disguise? Is the city of Jackson in trouble under the Johnson administration? Those were just some of the issues and insults raised Saturday as the candidates for mayor of Jackson spoke up. The two most popular Democratic candidates for mayor of Jackson were miles apart…
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April 9, 2005
Election Man Cartoon 4/9/5
Election Man Cartoon 4/9/5 Marshall Ramsey Clarion Ledger 4/9/5
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April 9, 2005
Forums kick off today for mayoral candidates
Forums kick off today for mayoral candidates Democratic candidates Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. and Annell Smith are scheduled to meet at 10 a.m. in the Woodworth Chapel on the Tougaloo campus. Frank Melton, another Democratic candidate, won’t be attending, according to his campaign. The forum is sponsored by the newly incorporated Mississippi Democratic Club. Johnson’s…
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April 9, 2005
Cop killer’s gun tied to felon
Cop killer’s gun tied to felon An ex-con who served time for sexual assault and burglary is believed to have sold Omar Hampton the stolen gun used to kill Jackson Police officer Thomas Catchings last month, according to a court document. The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms & Explosives has charged Jessie James Powell of…
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April 9, 2005
Mayor’s Race
Mayor’s Race “The stakes are high for this”. At least that’s what Clarion Ledger Columnist, Eric Stringfellow believes. “The debates I think will be really, really critical”. So that the three democratic candidates, incumbent Mayor, Harvey Johnson Jr., and challengers, Frank Melton and Annell Smith can speak to the people they want votes from. “Convincing…
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April 9, 2005
City Happenings Newsletter 4/8/5
Mayor Announces Two Housing Initiatives this Week Mayor Johnson had the pleasure of sharing the details for two new Employer Assisted Housing Initiatives this week that will benefit employees of five medical centers and three institutions of higher learning right here in Jackson. The first program is with the Jackson Medical Education District (JMED) participating…
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April 9, 2005
Rick Whitlow Newsletter 4/8/5
Newsletter: Please share this newsletter with all your friends, colleagues, and family. They can also access the newsletter directly from www.rickwhitlowformayor.com. Point Of Order: Education is the great equalizer. Students, parents, teachers, and administrators must not fall victim to the subtle racism of “low expectations.” Increasing achievement in education is a must to prepare all…
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October 30, 2026
Jackson receiving $100 million grant from the Trump administration’s Dept. of Justice to support public safety
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 30, 2026
As fall sets in, MDOT advises motorists to be on the lookout for deer crossing roadways
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Frank Corder
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October 30, 2026
Special elections to be held Tuesday in Mississippi House Districts 70 and 77
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Meredith Biesinger
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October 22, 2026
New Albany’s claim to cake fame: Sugaree’s Bakery
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Frank Corder
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October 20, 2026
Fairbanks Morse Defense doubling manufacturing capacity at its Pascagoula facility
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Cass Rutledge
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October 20, 2026
Lumber manufacturer investing $8.3 million in Macon expansion
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Jim Vertuno, Associated Press
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October 30, 2026
Manning and No. 11 Texas want to keep momentum going against a Mississippi State team missing Taylor
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Susan Marquez
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October 30, 2026
What’s happening in the Magnolia State this November?
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Alistair Begg
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October 30, 2026
Divine enthusiasm
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Roger Wicker
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October 30, 2026
Honoring Mississippi’s role in American history
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Sid Salter
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October 28, 2026
‘Hail, Dear Old’ State!’ meant something quite special to the late Dr. Richard E. Holmes
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Laurie Todd-Smith
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October 27, 2026
It was hard work. That is exactly why it is a miracle
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