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February 21, 2017

Although bills died in #msleg, Treasurer Fitch continues push for equal pay, financial literacy

State Treasurer Fitch advocates for equal pay, financial literacy State Treasurer Lynn Fitch said requiring the teaching of financial literacy in the public schools and requiring equal pay for women can help break the long cycle of poverty in Mississippi. “It is not a Republican issue or a Democratic issue. It is a right thing…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
February 21, 2017

Democrat mayor of Tupelo seeking Republican support in reelection race

Shelton hopes for Republican support With Jason Shelton now seeking re-election to a second term as mayor, no Republicans have yet entered the race. That could change any day, of course. The qualifying period remains open for about two more weeks. Four years ago, Shelton himself only qualified days before the final deadline. But Shelton,…