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October 3, 2017

Hinds Co. Circuit Judge Gowan declines to block JPS state takeover

Mississippi judge declines to block school district takeover Hinds County Circuit Judge Bill Gowan on Monday denied a temporary restraining order sought by the Jackson school district against the state Board of Education. The Clarion-Ledger reports that Gowan says the school district’s request sought to have him infringe on Gov. Phil Bryant’s authority. WLBT 10/2/17
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
October 3, 2017

Chism Strategies poll shows #msflag support below 50 percent

New survey shows declining support for current Mississippi state flag For the first time on record, support for the current Mississippi state flag polls less than a majority according to a new survey by Chism Strategies. But those who want to keep the controversial banner still outnumber advocates of a new state flag. This recent…