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Johnson Welcomes Public to Inaugural Events


T.C. Perkins Jr.
Acting Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. takes the official oath of office tomorrow.

July 2, 2009

Tomorrow, July 3, marks the official inauguration for acting Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr., with public events starting as early as 8 a.m. and continuing throughout the day until midnight. All of the events are free and open to the public; however, the inauguration celebration is limited to those 18 and over.

At 8 a.m., join the prayer service at New Hope Baptist Church, 5202 Watkins Drive. All other events take place at the Capital City Convention Center.

11:30 a.m., Inauguration Ceremony;

12:30 until 2 p.m., Reception;

8 p.m. until midnight, Inauguration Celebration (must be 18 or over).

 
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