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November 23, 2007
Stokes: McMillin Shouldn’t Be Chief
Stokes: McMillin Shouldn’t Be Chief Councilman Kenneth Stokes of Ward 3, who has traditionally voiced strong support for the mayor, does not agree with this latest decision. “Hell no, hail to the now, hell naw!” the councilman said Sunday in reaction to the appointment of Sheriff McMillin to police chief. He blames the sheriff’s handling…
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November 22, 2007
Congressional Race Developing in Mississippi’s 3rd District
Congressional Race Developing in Mississippi’s 3rd District Sixth-term US Rep. Chip Pickering (R-MS) has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2008 and with the 2007 off-year elections now history, a lively contest is developing in Mississippi’s 3rd District (Meridian, etc.) to succeed him. The district has a strong Republican tilt — Bush carried…
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November 22, 2007
Two Legislators re-affirm commitment to McCoy
Two Legislators affirm commitment to McCoy Malone, Arinder support Speaker’s re-election Rep. Bennett Malone of Carthage and Rep. Tracy Arinder of Morton announced today that they remain committed to Billy McCoy for Speaker of the Mississippi House of Representatives. “The re-election of Billy McCoy as Speaker will pay benefits to the voters in my district,”…
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November 21, 2007
4 precincts to revote in disputed House race
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/21/7 Hinds County election commissioners on Tuesday granted veteran Jackson-area lawmaker John Reeves a revote in four precincts where voting irregularities occurred during the Nov. 6 general election. The commission’s 4-1 decision represented a partial victory for Reeves, a Republican who lost the District 71 seat to Democrat Adrienne Wooten. He also had…
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November 21, 2007
City budget solution at hand
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/21/7 The city of Jackson’s budget shortfall technically has been fixed, officials said Tuesday. Rick Hill, director of finance, said money within the water and sewer budget that was dedicated to the purchase of heavy equipment, water meters and professional services such as consulting, can be used to cover a $2.9 million revenue…
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November 21, 2007
Speaker’s race bringing pressure before new session begins
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 11/21/7 For the 19 new members of the Mississippi House of Representatives, the fever-pitched race for House speaker is putting them in a political vise even before they’ve had a chance to take the oath of office. Clearly, all 122 state legislators are feeling the political heat – including those who have…
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November 21, 2007
Scruggs Cries Foul (through lawyer) in WSJ piece on Jim Hood
Counsel for Dickie Scruggs sent this letter to the Wall Street Journal demanding a retraction for the 11/15 piece on the Hood/Scruggs connection on the State Farm shakedown. To the Editor: The Wall Street Journal should immediately retract a false statement regarding my client attorney Richard F. Scruggs contained in its November 15,2007 editorial entitled…
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November 21, 2007
Re-vote issued in state representative race
Re-vote issued in state representative race Hinds County election officials today granted longtime Jackson-area lawmaker John Reeves a re-vote in four precincts where voting irregularities occurred during the Nov. 6 general election. The re-vote will be held Dec. 18 in precincts 72, 92, 93 and 96. Reeves, a Republican and a state representative since 1984,…
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November 20, 2007
Reeves’ challenge blocks election certification
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/20/7 Results indicating the defeat of Jackson-area lawmaker John Reeves won’t be certified until his challenge of the race is considered, election officials said Monday. It’s not clear whether voting irregularities caused him to lose, they said. Reeves filed a petition with the Hinds County Election Commission to challenge his defeat in the…
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November 20, 2007
‘Katrina fatigue’ worries legislators
The Sun Herald, 11/20/7 Three state lawmakers representing Harrison County said Monday that tax reforms, education funding and rebuilding issues would be given the highest priority when they return to Jackson in January. State Sens. Tommy Gollott and Billy Hewes III, along with state Rep. Michael Janus, briefed the Harrison County Council of Governments Monday…
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November 20, 2007
Pondering a gubernatorial field for 2011
The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal Editorial, 11/20/7 Results from the Nov. 6 general election solidify Democratic Attorney General Jim Hood and Republican Lt. Gov.-elect Phil Bryant as the front runners in the 2011 race for the governor’s mansion. State Auditor Bryant, whose campaign centered on his pledge to work closely with Gov. Haley Barbour, actually…
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November 20, 2007
Council questions legality of police officer pay hikes
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/20/7 City Council members on Monday questioned whether Mayor Frank Melton followed the law when he allowed interim police chief Gerald Jones to sign off on raises for himself and three others. Jones was acting chief for about 36 hours last week when he signed off on his own raise and on raises…
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October 1, 2025
Vote to end government shutdown fails in Senate as Democrats hold firm on health care demands
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Daniel Tyson
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October 1, 2025
Attorneys ask lawmakers to consider ways to move cases along in the Mississippi court system
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Daniel Tyson
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October 1, 2025
Jackson residents voice concerns, preferences as city leaders search for new Police Chief
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Lynne Jeter
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September 25, 2025
Jabil establishing $70 million facility in Marshall County
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Lynne Jeter
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September 23, 2025
Tandon to speak on trailblazing regenerative medicine at Southern Miss University Forum
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Magnolia Tribune
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September 17, 2025
Ridgeland-based HORNE to join BDO USA
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Jim Beaugez
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October 1, 2025
Country-music star Charlie Worsham’s new podcast puts ‘Mississippi on the Map’
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Alistair Begg
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October 1, 2025
The danger of misdirected sympathy
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Susan Marquez
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September 30, 2025
Ritchie Montgomery: A man of many faces
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Russ Latino
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October 1, 2025
Yes, Clinton High School absolutely pumped the brakes on a Turning Point USA Chapter
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Sid Salter
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October 1, 2025
Broken trust with our American institutions threatens the future of our national identity
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Jansen Owen
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September 30, 2025
Education freedom opponents are worried. They should be
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