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January 13, 2009

Court mulling Jackson-Byram annexation case

The Clarion-Ledger, 1/13/9 If Byram is allowed to incorporate, the move would block any expansion by Jackson to the south. That’s not in the best interest of the city, said Councilman Marshand Crisler, whose district includes Byram. “All cities need room to grow,” he said. The city has fire and police protection in place and…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 13, 2009

Melton recovering in Texas

The Clarion-Ledger, 1/13/9 Area clergy gathered on the steps of City Hall on Monday to pray for Mayor Frank Melton’s health. Melton, meanwhile, was far from Jackson, recovering from a recent hospital stay at his family’s home in Tyler, Texas. John Reeves, Melton’s attorney, said the mayor is expected to return to Jackson later this…