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Legislators gavel in for ‘24 session

By Frank Corder  Mississippi Today The gavels fell in both chambers of the Mississippi Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. ...

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2024 election cycle already underway

Qualifying for some offices opened Jan. 2 Get ready, Lafayette County: It’s almost election time. With many voters ...

Oxford

John Morgan concludes tenure with Oxford Board of Aldermen

Following a successful election campaign, John Morgan is set to leave his long-standing position on the Oxford Board ...

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County tax office temporarily suspends card payments during elected official transition

The Lafayette County Tax Collector’s office announced that due to retirement of current Collector/Assessor Sylvia Baker and the ...

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Meet Glenn Coleman: Lafayette County’s new coroner

Lafayette County welcomes a new face to a crucial role: Glenn Coleman, soon to be sworn in as ...

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UM law professor calls for U.S. to invest in ‘new space race“

By Clara Turnage University of Mississippi law professor Michelle Hanlon spoke before the House Committee on Natural Resources last week to ...

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Andy Howorth named McLarty’s successor in Lafayette County

In a significant development within the Lafayette County judiciary, Andy Howorth has been unanimously appointed by the Lafayette ...

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City Board passes bond for OPD, pool

In a unanimous decision, the Oxford Board of Aldermen approved a resolution at their Dec. 5 meeting to ...

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Oxford Aldermen Unanimously Pass $9M Bond for Police Department, Pool Improvements

In a unanimous decision, the Oxford Board of Aldermen approved a resolution at their Dec. 5 meeting to ...

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Partisan struggle for Senate control in’24 could benefit Mississippi

By Sid Salter Columnist Headed into the 2024 election cycle, 48 Democrats and three independent U.S. senators who ...

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Jenkins earns state excellence award

Gov. Tate Reeves recently honored Dr. Susan Jenkins of North Mississippi Regional Center and Mayor Dan M. Gibson ...

Oxford Mayor Tannehill highlights US-China delegation visit

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Oxford Mayor Tannehill highlights US-China delegation visit

On Oct. 27, Oxford Mayor Robyn Tannehill participated in a delegation to China as part of the US-Heartland ...

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Notable changes after general election

The Nov. 7 local elections in Lafayette County have maintained several incumbents in key positions while introducing new ...

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Presley, Democrats unable to turn hype turnout

By Sid Salter Columnist Incumbent Democratic Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley was arguably the most formidable ...

Lafayette County election results: New leaders join incumbents, as key positions see fresh faces and familiar figures retain their seats.

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Lafayette County election results: Incumbents hold strong as newcomers secure key seats

  The Nov. 7 local elections in Lafayette County have upheld the positions of several incumbents while ushering ...

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Lafayette County records 44.86% turnout in general election preliminary numbers

Election officials in Lafayette County reported that 44.86 percent of registered voters participated in the general election, with ...

Lafayette County Circuit Court

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Lafayette County Circuit Court reminds voters where to go

Lafayette County Circuit Court shared many on its social media accounts to help keep voters informed about where ...

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2023 election day in Lafayette

Governor Tate Reeves is in a tough contest with Democratic nominee Brandon Presley, setting the stage for a clash of ideas that could reshape the state's future.

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Tight Mississippi governor’s race reflects policy battle

In Mississippi’s traditionally conservative political landscape, the upcoming gubernatorial election has taken on remarkable significance. Incumbent Governor Tate ...

Mississippi's General Election is quickly approaching, with less than three days left until November 7th.

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Mississippi’s general election nears: key information, reminders

Mississippi’s general election is quickly approaching, with fewer than three days left until Nov. 7. This election includes ...

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Shelia Busby Kelly (R)

I am a life-long resident of Lafayette County and the daughter of Dwayne Busby, the late Sylvia Busby, ...

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LaSonja Sue Pettis (D)

I’m LaSonja “Sue” Pettis and I’m running to be your Justice Court Judge for the Northern District. I’m ...

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