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August 14, 2007
GOP appeals decision to close ’08 primaries
http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070813/NEWS/70813030 The Mississippi Republican Party today appealed a federal judge’s decision to close party primaries in 2008. The state GOP joins the NAACP, the state Democratic Party and Attorney General Jim Hood in asking the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn parts of U.S. District Judge Allen Pepper’s ruling. The Mississippi Republican Party…
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August 14, 2007
Bryant: Circuit Clerk’s Punishment Too Light
WLBT, 8/13/7 Adams County Circuit Clerk M.L. “Binky” Vines and Jefferson County Circuit Clerk Burnell Harris are preparing for a run off in their respective counties that would put them one step closer to re-election, despite the fact they are both convicted felons. It’s a fact that has many residents and officials shaking their heads.…
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August 13, 2007
Ward 1 seat on Council significant to future
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 8/12/7 Its sturdy mix of young and old families, upscale shops and tree-lined streets make it one of Jackson’s most desirable areas. A sizable amount of the city’s tax base comes from the concentrated Ward 1 area, where geography does matter and is emphasized. Residents don’t just say they’re from Jackson; they…
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August 13, 2007
Former land commissioner credited with eliminating own elective office
WMCTV, 8/13/7 In 1976, there were 10 statewide elected officials in Mississippi. Now, there are eight. It could be argued the elimination of 2 statewide offices is governmental reorganization in the extreme. Yet, governmental reorganization has not come easily in Mississippi.
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August 13, 2007
Insurance race tough when the wind blows
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 8/12/7 Veteran Insurance Commissioner George Dale was collecting one of his old campaign signs late last week for a keepsake. He joked that he would only be 70 when the next election rolls around and he might have use for it again when people start calling “bring back Dale.” Dale was joking…
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August 13, 2007
Election ’07: Issues to broaden now
The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 8/12/7 With the Nov. 6 general election now less than three months away, Mississippi voters are beginning to focus on the major issues that will confront them in choosing the state’s political leadership for the next four years. During the party primaries, voters saw candidates debate mostly narrow differences on key issues.…
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August 13, 2007
AG: Convicts can hold office
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/12/7 If two circuit clerks convicted of felonies prevail in their runoffs Aug. 28, they can keep their office until they are sentenced, according to the state attorney general. But one of the clerks, in a case prosecuted by Attorney General Jim Hood’s office, has been punished but won’t be sentenced. Binky Vines…
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August 13, 2007
Can Barbour’s momentum help other GOP statewide candidates win?
The Picauyne Item, 8/11/7 Judging from the results of the primary election, Gov. Haley Barbour’s popularity heading into November is high and downticket Republicans may be tempted to grab onto his coattails for the ride. However, some political observers say that might not be advantageous to them or Barbour. While there have been bumps in…
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August 13, 2007
Sumrall proves that voters can decipher it
Sumrall proves that voters can decipher it Clarion Ledger 8/12/7
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August 13, 2007
CL – Ward 1: Ditto is best Council choice
Ward 1: Ditto is best Council choice Among the candidates are community activist and radio host David Archie, former city employee Lenard Jenkins, attorney, mediator and former prosecutor Jeff Weill and real estate developer John Ditto. Among them, Ditto is the best choice. Although each of the candidates met with The Clarion-Ledger Editorial Board and…
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August 11, 2007
McMillan Endorses Ditto for City Council
In a surprising turn, Sheriff Malcolm McMillan endorsed John Ditto (R) for City Council and had some rather pointed words for Ditto’s opposition. Though not called by name, “Mac” took some pointed jabs at Jeff Weill. These radio spots will run in heavy radio rotation on talk radio through Tuesday’s election.
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August 10, 2007
Residents grill Ward 1 council candidates at forum
The Clarion-Ledger, 8/10/7 The audience was lively and the questions were blunt during a forum Thursday night for Jackson’s Ward 1 City Council candidates. “Will you raise taxes? Yes or no?” resident Morris Reagan demanded midway through candidate Jeff Weill’s attempt to answer the initial question. “Suppose we reach maximum efficiency with city spending and…
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Jeremy Pittari
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July 18, 2025
Some Alcorn students at Lorman to be housed in hotel while dorm repairs conclude
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Frank Corder
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July 18, 2025
Applications open for new Mississippi Department of Public Safety Cadet Class
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Daniel Tyson
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July 18, 2025
Corps plan to address Pearl River flooding draws mixed reaction from residents
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Lynne Jeter
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July 17, 2025
Southern Miss, Integer Technologies land $25 million defense contract
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Frank Corder
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July 9, 2025
Nissan delays EV production at Canton plant until 2028
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Lynne Jeter
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July 8, 2025
Mississippi tech companies featured at premier national defense innovation event
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Ben Smith
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July 18, 2025
Gigging with the GOAT
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Susan Marquez
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July 18, 2025
Taste & Sip: A summer picnic experience
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C.H. Spurgeon
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July 18, 2025
Are you a grumbler?
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Philip Wegmann
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July 16, 2025
How Trump, Biden’s arms shipments differ: NATO pays ‘100%’ for Ukraine
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Sid Salter
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July 16, 2025
The Texas disaster stirs memories of the dangers facing Mississippians from flooding
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Chip Pickering
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July 11, 2025
DOJ’s remedies will do more harm than good
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