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August 18, 2008

Melton to address dropout rate, crime

The Clarion-Ledger, 8/18/8 Jackson Mayor Frank Melton plans to talk off the cuff Thursday when he delivers the final State of the City address of his first term. “This could perhaps be my last speech and I understand that and I acknowledge that,” said Melton, who is seeking re-election. “I feel the need to be…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
August 18, 2008

Potholes: Jackson needs $70M to get roads up to par

The Clarion-Ledger, 8/18/8 Talk about potholes and deteriorating streets long has been ubiquitous throughout the city of Jackson. Now, Jackson City Council members say repairing the city’s infrastructure will be a top budget priority for the next fiscal year. Some have even suggested a bond referendum. But the task is daunting: The city estimates it…