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November 2, 2007
Candidates use Hobnob to tout political messages
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/2/7 Democratic Chairman Wayne Dowdy said his party’s gubernatorial nominee, lawyer John Arthur Eaves Jr., is honest, forthright and courageous. But Dowdy, a former congressman, stopped short of saying the Democrats will grab Mississippi’s top elected office. “I’ll make one prediction to you, and I’m a pretty good predictor in my life,” Dowdy…
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November 2, 2007
Race driver joins governor on his campaign trail
Though the track itself was ghostly silent, a crowd of race enthusiasts, politicians and campaign watchers at the Magnolia Motor Speedway got their engines revved Monday morning as NASCAR legend Darrell “D.W.” Waltrip hopped off a Haley Barbour campaign bus and belted out a signature “Boogity boogity boogity!” Speedway manager Chuck Cook was the ringmaster…
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November 2, 2007
3 candidates for top offices have indefensible acts in records
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 11/1/7 Three top candidates for statewide office have faced defending indefensible positions in this year’s campaigns. This is not a prediction of how any of them will do. First is the Republican nominee for commissioner of agriculture and commerce, Dr. Lester Spell. The second indefensible position belongs to the Democratic nominee for…
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November 2, 2007
Mississippi Fire Fighters Endorse Gov. Barbour
Earth Times, 11/1/7 Mississippi’s paid, professional fire fighters today endorsed Gov. Haley Barbour, who is running for a second term. Professional Fire Fighters Association of Mississippi’s (PFFAM) endorsement is a result of the work Gov. Barbour did to help the state recover following Hurricane Katrina. “Governor Barbour was there for us. Our fire fighters in…
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November 2, 2007
GOP Gov. Barbour Styles Likely Win in Mississippi Election Tuesday
CQ Politics, 11/2/7 Republican Haley Barbour appears headed for certain re-election Tuesday in the “off-year” election for governor of Mississippi — buoyed by his image of leadership in state rebuilding efforts following the destruction wrought by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Eaves and the state Democratic Party sought to discredit Barbour’s reputation, arguing that federal contracts…
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November 2, 2007
Failed beef plant focus of agriculture chief’s race
The Northeast Mississippi Dailyl Journal, 11/2/7 The demise of a $55 million beef processing plant is the top issue in this year’s race for state commissioner of agriculture and commerce. “I thought it would be a good project for agriculture,” Spell said, citing a 2001 study by Mississippi State University touting the plant’s benefits. “Based…
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November 2, 2007
Lt. gov. candidate seeks post as Gov. Barbour’s chief lap dog
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 11/2/7 Only in the run-up to Tuesday’s election have we gotten an understanding of how Republican Phil Bryant would wield his Senate power if elected lieutenant governor. What we have learned from his statements is that he would hang a sign in the Senate saying “Democrats Need Not Apply” for significant Senate…
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November 2, 2007
Melton’s taxis: Police cruisers for teen parties?
The Clarion-Ledger, 11/2/7 Does Jackson have a police chief anymore? If so, how could Police Chief Shirlene Anderson allow Mayor Frank Melton to use police personnel for his own taxi service to ferry youths to and from his home for pool parties? The issue sparked City Council interest after a police incident report filed in…
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November 2, 2007
DM – Democrats: Vote for John Arthur Eaves
Democrats: Vote for John Arthur Eaves Eaves’ plans for the state include putting Katrina recovery on the fast-track for all Mississippians and not excluding those with mid-level or low income in the process. Eaves also wants to cut the grocery tax and will fully fund education every year. He’s going to reform the Ethics Commission…
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November 2, 2007
The ‘money-changers’ can stay, for now
The money-changers can stay, for now FEW politicians acquitted themselves well in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. One exception was Haley Barbour, the Republican governor of Mississippi. Having spent years as the head of the Republican National Committee and as an extremely influential lobbyist, he knew how to work with Washington. He was able…
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Magnolia Tribune
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November 2, 2007
Census gives odd-year elections added importance
Census gives odd-year elections added importance •Mississippi. Republicans took control of the Senate last year for the first time since 1870 when a Democratic legislator defected. Democrats control the House 74-47, but conservative Democrats sometimes align with Republicans, and that could put House Speaker Billy McCoy’s job in jeopardy. “It’s going to be a dogfight…
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November 2, 2007
Barbour making one last push
Barbour making one last push Gov. Haley Barbour said he knows that he has enough supporters in Mississippi to get reelected, but cautioned people to actually vote Tuesday or election results may be surprising. He was in Jones County as part of his Get Out the Vote Bus Tour. “The only chance the other guy’s…
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April 2, 2026
Trump says Pam Bondi, a loyalist who oversaw Justice Department upheaval, is out as attorney general
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Frank Corder
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April 2, 2026
Mississippi to ban abortion-inducing drugs under anti-drug trafficking law
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Daniel Tyson
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April 2, 2026
Mississippi judges to receive pay raises
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Frank Corder
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March 31, 2026
Channel South, $105 million mixed use development, aims to transform Gulfport’s downtown
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Frank Corder
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March 26, 2026
DG Foods announces $1.19 million expansion
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Frank Corder
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March 25, 2026
AeroShield Alliance locating headquarters in Mississippi
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Alanis Thames, Associated Press
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April 2, 2026
Delta State’s women’s basketball legacy endures even as national spotlight has faded
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Susan Marquez
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April 2, 2026
Things to do in the Magnolia State in April 2026
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Alistair Begg
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April 2, 2026
Giving back to the Giver
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Ashby Foote
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April 2, 2026
The Strait Jacket of Hormuz
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Patrick Sullivan
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April 1, 2026
Data Centers: Power-hungry but price-friendly
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Russ Latino
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April 1, 2026
On this April 1st, more government please
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