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June 22, 2005
Jackson’s future? Woodie’s World …
Jackson’s future? Woodie’s World … Woodie’s World. That’s it. That’s the blueprint. That has to be the goal for Frank Melton, Jackson’s hope, Jackson’s new mayor, the most important electoral hire in decades. It was on the front of the newspaper Tuesday, Woodie’s World. There’s an estate sale this weekend, 402 Alta Woods Blvd. Woodie…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 22, 2005
3 hurt in strip-mall gunfight
3 hurt in strip-mall gunfight Three people were shot Tuesday morning after gunfire erupted during a domestic dispute on the parking lot of a busy west Jackson strip mall, police said. None of the wounds appeared life-threatening and all involved face multiple charges, including aggravated assault, shooting into an occupied dwelling and a felon in…
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June 22, 2005
Suspensions, Demotions Recommended at JPD
Suspensions, Demotions Recommended at JPD WLBT has learned that the internal investigation surrounding the arrest of a Sykes Elementary School teacher is over. Jackson Police Department’s disciplinary review board has recommended the suspension and demotion of three employees. That includes a 15-day suspension for Commander Eric Wall and a demotion to sergeant. Lieutenant Donald Gator…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 22, 2005
Melton Asks Council to Wait to Refinance Bonds
Melton Asks Council to Wait to Refinance Bonds Jackson City Council is continuing a plan to refinance bonds worth 75 million dollars, despite Mayor Elect Frank Melton’s request that council halt its progress. Outgoing Mayor Harvey Johnson says refinancing water and sewer system bonds will save the city 2 million dollars in 20 years. But…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 22, 2005
Mayor Johnson to Return to Teaching
Mayor Johnson to Return to Teaching So what does the future hold for Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr? He plans to return to his love of teaching next month as a professor for Jackson State University. Beginning July first, Johnson will serve as a distinguished research fellow with the Mississippi Urban Research Center. He will…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 19, 2005
Why did judge set $1M bond in Madison?
Why did judge set $1M bond in Madison? Although I am a throw-the-book-at-’em citizen, I have to wonder what Municipal Judge Ed Hannan was thinking when he set the alleged shooter’s bond at $1 million. Even the city prosecutor had to be surprised. Isiah Sanders, 23, is accused of shooting Curtis James Tuesday, then fleeing…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 19, 2005
Melton plans shake-up in JPD
Melton plans shake-up in JPD Plan on a shake-up in the higher ranks of the Jackson Police Department. Listen closely for military aircraft above the city. Expect the SWAT team on the streets, backing up a new rapid-response team. Those are some of Frank Melton’s plans to curb crime in the state’s largest city. Throughout…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 17, 2005
Walker will balance mayor’s office – CL Editorial
Walker will balance mayor’s office Incoming Jackson Mayor Frank Melton made an astute observation while filling the key post of chief administrative officer with former Vicksburg Mayor Robert Walker. Noting his own weaknesses, Melton said: “He’s a methodical, day-to-day manager. I’m a leader and a visionary.” So, Melton is freed to be the strategist and…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 16, 2005
Marshall Ramsey Cartoon 6/16/5
Marshall Ramsey Cartoon 6/16/5 Marshall Ramsey Clarion Ledger 6/16/5
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 16, 2005
Melton adds ex-mayor of Vicksburg to team
Melton adds ex-mayor of Vicksburg to team Frank Melton, Jackson’s mayor-elect, named several additions to his administration on Wednesday, including the selection of Jackson State University professor and former Vicksburg Mayor Robert Walker as chief administrative officer. “His strengths are my weaknesses and his weaknesses are my strengths. He’s a methodical, day-to-day manager. I’m a…
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Magnolia Tribune
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June 16, 2005
Shooting suspect’s bond set at $1M
Shooting suspect’s bond set at $1M Charges were upgraded late Wednesday against the jailed Madison fast-food shooting suspect and two Ridgeland men were being sought in connection with the crime. Earlier in the day, alleged shooter Isiah Sanders was given a $1 million bond. City prosecutor John Hedglin said Sanders’ bond is the highest ever…
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June 16, 2005
Knowledgeable Walker smart choice by Melton for city’s top administrative officer
Knowledgeable Walker smart choice by Melton for city’s top administrative officer Walker, 61, a former Warren County supervisor, has broad vision and understands the importance of continuity in leadership and developing leaders. “You must have a ball, and you can’t hand that ball off in an official ceremony after an election,” said Walker, who has…
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Daniel Tyson
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April 3, 2026
Lt. Governor Hosemann: “It was a very good year”
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Daniel Tyson
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April 3, 2026
Youth court reform dies amid Senate, House disagreement
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Frank Corder
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April 3, 2026
Governor vetoes bill he says risked Mississippi losing nearly $1 billion in potential rural healthcare funding
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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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Susan Marquez
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April 3, 2026
Step back in time with a stroll through Hattiesburg’s Historic District
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Alistair Begg
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April 3, 2026
Continue in grace
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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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Russ Latino
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April 3, 2026
Lawmakers owe Reeves a ‘thank you’ for stopping Medicaid expansion
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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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