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November 6, 2015

Cong. Thompson (D) questions why FBI in schools trying to prevent extremism before it takes root

Democrat slams FBI for attempt to ‘reach into America’s classrooms’ The top Democrat on the House Homeland Security Committee is raising questions about a controversial FBI program aimed at preventing students from turning into extremists. Rep. Bennie Thompson (Miss.) on Thursday wrote a letter to Attorney General Loretta Lynch criticizing the delayed program, which civil…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
November 6, 2015

Lumberton mayor resigns

Lumberton selects mayor pro tem after Winston resigns The Lumberton board of aldermen selected Cora Rogers as mayor pro tem following Ben Winston’s resignation Wednesday. Winston resigned Wednesday after losing a Lamar County District 2 Supervisor seat. He was elected mayor in 2013. WDAM 11/5/15