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May 4, 2009

Turnout uncertain for Coast primaries

Turnout uncertain for Coast primaries South Mississippi election officials are gearing up for the first municipal vote since Hurricane Katrina, which they said makes it difficult to know how many voters are still in their cities. But they said they’re prepared to handle all of the city’s registered voters if need be, even though many…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
May 4, 2009

Mayoral candidate blames incumbent for city’s homicide rate

Mayoral candidate blames incumbent for city’s homicide rate A Jackson mayoral candidate blamed Mayor Frank Melton for the rise in homicides last year in the capital city. Democratic candidate Robert L. Johnson called a press conference at city hall Sunday afternoon. He believes the homicide rate skyrocketed in 2008 because former Jackson Police Chief Malcolm…