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July 6, 2007

Melton: After 2 years, next 2 offer challenges

The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 7/6/7 While the first two years of Mayor Frank Melton’s term in office have been, shall we say, problematic, he seems on the right track for the next two, with economic development, crime and education his priorities. Since he was sworn into office July 4, 2005, Melton has seen too much time…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
July 6, 2007

Senate tiff likely over delays in judge vote

The Clarion-Ledger, 7/6/7 Conservative groups – and some GOP senators – say controversy over the nomination of Mississippi Judge Leslie Southwick to the federal bench may touch off a new wave of partisan fighting that could stall Senate work. Just before Congress adjourned for the July 4 break, Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, a senior member…