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February 26, 2008
Former Hinds DA’s role in lawsuit to be probed
Former Hinds DA’s role in lawsuit to be probed The Eaton Corp. v. Jeffry Frisby lawsuit is one of at least three lawsuits the FBI is now examining involving DeLaughter and Peters as part of its continuing investigation into Mississippi’s judicial bribery scandal. Yerger, senior circuit judge in Hinds County, is now presiding over the…
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February 26, 2008
FOLO – Jones, Funderburg v. Scruggs set for argument on sanctions Tuesday
Jones, Funderburg v. Scruggs set for argument on sanctions Tuesday FOLO 2/25/8
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February 26, 2008
Political season’s not in full stride yet, but NeMiss contributes
Political season’s not in full stride yet, but NeMiss contributes NE MS Daily Journal 2/25/8 Hattip FOLO
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February 26, 2008
FOLO – U.S. v. Scruggs: Government’s supplemental brief on suppression
U.S. v. Scruggs: Government’s supplemental brief on suppression The government has filed its response, and nothing in it is unexpected. They argue that the probable cause showing only has to be as to Balducci and Patterson, respectively, and they say no facts were omitted or misstated. You can read the government’s supplemental brief at the…
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February 25, 2008
Mississippi taxes bring on the Texas two-step
The Sun Herald Editorial, 2/24/8 Remember last year and the year before how raising taxes on cigarettes and cutting them on groceries was just the bees’ knees in the Legislature? It had bipartisan support. It had a bandwagon full of do-gooder groups on board. It had rallies and press conferences. It was, by God, “The…
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February 25, 2008
Bryant comes through on ethics
The Hattiesburg American, 2/25/8 Phil Bryant promised during his 2007 campaign for lieutenant governor to push for strong new ethics laws. Last week, he delivered on that promise when the Mississippi Senate passed sweeping changes that will increase ethical accountability for public officials. The Senate, which passed the bill without a dissenting vote, has obviously…
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February 25, 2008
Judge was aware of bribes in 2006
The Hattiesburg American, 2/25/8 Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter has told federal authorities he became aware in 2006 that some people were trying to improperly influence him to rule in favor of lawyer Dickie Scruggs in a Hinds County legal-fees dispute. DeLaughter told authorities he didn’t know whether he was influenced but says he’s followed the…
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February 25, 2008
Truancy: City should focus on its own duties
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 2/25/8 Jackson Public Schools officials seem happy to accept any help that the city can provide in fighting truancy, but doesn’t the city have enough issues on its plate? Mayor Frank Melton wants to convert the Safe Neighborhood/Youth Development Division into a truancy office to help JPS. He has appointed Goldia Revies,…
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February 25, 2008
Bill would cut some jail terms
The Clarion-Ledger, 2/25/8 Bills that could allow nonviolent offenders to serve less time in prison, permit sheriffs to use radar to catch speeders and give the public greater access to crime reports are on the calendar for Mississippi lawmakers to consider this week. In the House, legislators also will hear testimony about campaign finance reform…
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February 25, 2008
Veep Pool Swimming With Governors
The Associated Press, 2/24/8 The Republican and Democratic nominees are certain to come from the Senate. Thus, the nation’s governors seem a ready pool of would-be vice presidential candidates who could provide management experience lacking at the top of each ticket. “Seven governors have become president of the United States, and four have become vice…
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February 25, 2008
WSJLAWBLOG – A Different Mess in Mississippi: the AG-Tort Lawyer Cabal
A Different Mess in Mississippi: the AG-Tort Lawyer Cabal “This kind of quid pro quo,” writes the WSJ, “is legal in Mississippi and most other states. However, if this kind of sweetheart arrangement existed between a public official and business interests, you can bet Mr. Hood would be screaming about corruption. . . . A…
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February 25, 2008
WSJ Rip ‘James Hood’ A New One . . .
Lawsuit Inc. We’ve recently examined documents from the AG’s office detailing which law firms he has retained. We then cross-referenced those names with campaign finance records. The results show that some of Mr. Hood’s largest campaign donors are the very firms to which he’s awarded the most lucrative state contracts. The documents show Mr. Hood…
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Frank Corder
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May 27, 2026
Owens, Lumumba, Banks have until Friday to change their plea in Jackson bribery case
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Eddie Pells, Associated Press
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May 27, 2026
Key Senators Cruz, Cantwell look to break college sports logjam in Congress with a bipartisan bill
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Frank Corder
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May 27, 2026
Mississippi looks to capitalize on new critical minerals industry
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Daniel Tyson
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May 20, 2026
International Paper breaks ground on new $225 million facility in central Mississippi
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Frank Corder
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May 14, 2026
Azuria Water Solutions breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Batesville
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Frank Corder
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May 12, 2026
M&M Bank’s Legear named chair of Atlanta Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council
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Marilyn Tinnin
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May 27, 2026
Mississippi Legends: Leontyne Price
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Alistair Begg
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May 27, 2026
Forgiven and forgiving
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Frank Corder
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May 26, 2026
Southern Miss, Miss. State hosting NCAA baseball regionals; Ole Miss heads to Lincoln
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Brent Sadler
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May 27, 2026
The Navy needs a strategic industrial plan to realize the Golden Fleet
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Sid Salter
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May 27, 2026
For most Americans, gas prices are the top public policy concern rising from Iran conflict
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Roger Wicker
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May 26, 2026
Deterrence is cheaper than war
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