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May 16, 2008

Miss. governor signs bill for movie incentives

The Houston Chronicle, 5/15/8 Legislation to create new incentives to attract filmmakers and television productions to Mississippi has been signed by the governor. The bill, which took effect with Gov. Haley Barbour’s signature on May 9, would provide a 20 percent rebate on a production’s local spending in Mississippi. Since 2004, there has been a…
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May 16, 2008

Mayor Melton Sleeps With The Homeless

WAPT, 5/14/8 Jackson Mayor Frank Melton arrived at the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope Wednesday night carrying an overnight bag. He’s prepared for an overnight visit with homeless men and women taking part in a program to get them off the streets. “This is not a show,” said Melton. “I’ve had 28 years of showbiz…