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Audio of Melton and Smith's Remarks
"Robert, you're like a little brother to me. I love you and I'll always love you, and I had to distance myself from your campaign ...."
[Moore] One Year Later
We understand that Jackson has its problems. Aren't there problems everywhere? Utopia doesn't exist.
[Strachan] In Praise of Public Servants
Glendora businessman Mike Sturdivant passed away at age 84 on May 1, at his home on his Due West Plantation. It brought to mind many things about one of the …
Rising and Converging
"Grace" is one of those words I struggle with. There are the simplistic, surface definitions like charm or loveliness. I tend to find it a complicated word, though, filled with …
Lewis Prepares for the Future
A party atmosphere filled the Convention Complex Friday night as supporters celebrated the victory of Tyrone Lewis, set to become Hinds County's first black sheriff since Reconstruction.
Another Reprieve for Pallets
The Jackson Historic Preservation Commission voted Tuesday to save A-1 Pallets on Mill Street from city wrecking balls.
Talk
Meeting Between the Lines
Three Jackson Public School Board members may have held an illegal meeting last week. JPS Board member H. Ann Jones said she witnessed a Chastain Middle School assistant principal tell …
Whitlow to Announce Candidacy
Rick Whitlow, former sports director and anchor at WJTV, will formerly announce his intention to run for mayor of Jackson tonight.
City Using ‘Old' Money for Paving Efforts
The city is moving forward with a massive repaving effort as crews grind out and cover sections of some of the city's most beleaguered roadways. The road work, touching down …
Can Landlord Ordinance Be Enforced?
Landlords say the city hasn't got the staff to enforce a recent rental-property land ordinance the city passed last week.
Who Was That Badged Man?
Melton learned recently that people outside of Jackson get nervous when civilians pose as licensed law enforcement officers. Staff members at the office of U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson report that …
Development
Convention Hotel Developers Pay County Taxes
TCI-MS, formed to develop the Capital City Center and a Convention Center hotel on four blocks of Pascagoula Street, paid its overdue property taxes this week.
Not The Mayor's Man
Under heavy clouds and intermittent drizzle, Jackson Police Commander Tyrone Lewis declared his intention to run for Hinds County sheriff at a brief press conference in front of Lanier High …
Jonathan Larkin: The Exit Interview
The Jackson Public Schools Board that Jonathan Larkin served on for almost eight years is a far cry from the board's current, collegial incarnation. Larkin, 55, served from 2002 until …
Council Mulling Budget Consultant
The Jackson City Council is looking into the idea of hiring a year-round budget inspector to act as a liaison between the city council and the administrative branch.
City Approves Financial Contract, Drug House Demolitions
Atlanta-based Malachi Financial Products Inc. will be the city's new contracted financial adviser to guide it through financing of its general fund debt in hopes of saving $27 million over …
Johnson's Chief Appointees Get Mixed Reviews
One day after Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. announced his nominees for Jackson Police Chief and Fire Chief, many city officials and employees are waiting to form their opinions. Johnson's appointees …
A Loose Cannon?
Cliff Cargill is a licensed, certified NRA instructor who teaches rifle, pistol, shotgun, home safety and personal protection. He was with the Hinds County Sheriff's Department from 1993-95, where he …
More Ledger Illiteracy
OK, folks, check out The Clarion-Ledger's editorial about Melton today—for the way it is written. Here are some money quotes:
[Shakespeare] Hot Air And Cold Cash
They can be found at the grocery store, in bars and at your local eatery. If you miss them in those places, you're sure to find one in your Sunday …
