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C-L: No deadline set for naming interim chief

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Stringfellow: Job passion was never on departing chief's side

Eric Stringfellow at the Ledger writes:

Delta Democrat Times: Perception of safety essential to development

Jackson mayoral candidates' message holds validity for Greenville, as well

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C-L: Johnson dodges questions from media

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Fear is a Four-Letter Word

Harvey Johnson is not the only one who lost the mayoral primary last week. So did fear. Yes: fear suffered a resounding loss in Jackson.

Whitlow Comes Out Swinging

May 12, 2005 Even as Frank Melton savored his Democratic primary win—and presumed shoo-in candidacy for mayor—his Republican opponent said it ain't over until it's over. In a press conference …

[Jacktown] We Are the Street, by Alphonso Mayfield

I want to congratulate Frank Melton on winning the Democratic Party primary on May 3. I wish him and the Republican challenger Rick Whitlow well on the impending general election. …

C-L: Moore wants interim boss named

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Hampton: Johnson ignored the basics of politics as Jackson mayor

David Hampton at the Ledger writes:

Hood: In the end in Jackson, ‘fresh' wore out ‘stale'

So, "Frank" it is. Not "Mr. Mayor." Not "Mr. Melton." Just "Frank."

Orley Hood at the Ledger writes:

C-L: JPD chief: Media halt agency's success

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C-L: Whitlow hits new court, politics

The Ledger reports:

Stringfellow: Voters send strong message in Democratic primaries

Eric Stringfellow at the Ledger writes:

C-L: Johnson loses bid for 3rd term in Democratic primary

The Ledger reports:

C-L: Mayor's inaction aids Melton win

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Election Eve: Letter from Councilman Ben Allen

WAPT 16: Candidates, Voters Gear Up For Tuesday Primaries

WAPT 16 writes:

JACKSON, Miss. -- Vernon Price voted for Harvey Johnson Jr. for Jackson mayor in the past two elections. Price gives Johnson a strong overall job rating, despite his opinion that …

The SunHerald: Miss. city primaries include hard-fought mayor's contest in Jackson

The SunHerald reports:

JACKSON, Miss. - Vernon Price voted for Harvey Johnson Jr. for Jackson mayor in the last two elections. Price gives Johnson a strong overall job rating, despite thinking the mayor …

Is The Clarion-Ledger the Worst Daily in the U.S.?

This thread contains analysis of the Clarion-Ledger's reporting on Melton, talk about Melton's record of drug arrests at MBN, and Ben Allen on the friendship between Kenneth Stokes and Frank …

C-L: Mayoral hopefuls vie to get out vote

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