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Hunter Adam
Oct 23, 2015: Sun Herald: Hancock County's growth tops issues in District 5 supervisor race
The candidates on the Nov. 3 general election ballot are Darrin 'Bo' Ladner, 49, and Hunter Adam, 20.
The candidates on the Nov. 3 general election ballot are Darrin 'Bo' Ladner, 49, and Hunter Adam, 20.
Ricky Adam
Dec 12, 2022: WLOX: Woman shot in Bayside Park, sheriff says
A young woman was shot in the Bayside Park area Wednesday afternoon, according to Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam.
A young woman was shot in the Bayside Park area Wednesday afternoon, according to Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam.
Mar 31, 2019: Sea Coast Echo: Hancock County supervisor injured while reportedly trying to stop a fight
There were few details available by press time Friday because no incident report or criminal charges have been filed, but county officials have confirmed that Ladner was hospitalized.
"When we get an official complaint from somebody, we're sure enough going to look into it," Sheriff Ricky Adam said Friday.
There were few details available by press time Friday because no incident report or criminal charges have been filed, but county officials have confirmed that Ladner was hospitalized.
"When we get an official complaint from somebody, we're sure enough going to look into it," Sheriff Ricky Adam said Friday.
Feb 9, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Grand jury recommends more training and courthouse security
The grand jury recommended that the Hancock County Board of Supervisors provide more security at the courthouse on Main Street. The past six grand juries have recommended more security; however, the board of supervisors last year cut the budgets of Sheriff Ricky Adam and Circuit Clerk Karen Ruhr.
The grand jury recommended that the Hancock County Board of Supervisors provide more security at the courthouse on Main Street. The past six grand juries have recommended more security; however, the board of supervisors last year cut the budgets of Sheriff Ricky Adam and Circuit Clerk Karen Ruhr.
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May 27, 2022: Sea Coast Echo: Hancock County honors its fallen law enforcement officers
Scotty Adam, president of the Hancock County Board of Supervisors, read a proclamation from the board making May 23-27 Law Enforcement Week in the county, and said that “every 57 minutes, a law enforcement officer will be killed in the line of duty somewhere in the United States.
Scotty Adam, president of the Hancock County Board of Supervisors, read a proclamation from the board making May 23-27 Law Enforcement Week in the county, and said that “every 57 minutes, a law enforcement officer will be killed in the line of duty somewhere in the United States.
Feb 18, 2020: Port Air Space: HANCOCK COUNTY PORT & HARBOR DOCK IMPROVEMENTS WIN ACEC HONOR AWARD
Geoffrey Clemens, P.E., Compton Engineering, President; Scotty Adams, Hancock County Board of Supervisors President, District 4; Beau Gex, Port Director, Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission; James Buras, Compton Engineering
Geoffrey Clemens, P.E., Compton Engineering, President; Scotty Adams, Hancock County Board of Supervisors President, District 4; Beau Gex, Port Director, Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission; James Buras, Compton Engineering
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Jan 19, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Sparks fly over Seymour appointment
The Hancock County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to reappoint former Supervisor Steve Seymour to the Gulf Coast Planning and Development District (SMPD), but not before a tense and divided discussion. The board voted 3-2 to reappoint Seymour. Supervisors David Yarborough, Greg Shaw, and Darrin "Bo" Ladner cast "yes" votes. Supervisors Blaine Lafontaine and Scotty Adam cast "no" votes. |
Jan 4, 2016: WLOX: Newly elected board of supervisors sworn in, meet in Hancock Co.
Excitement and a chill were in the air Monday morning as about a dozen elected officials were sworn in on the steps of the Hancock County Courthouse. Among those, four new supervisors; Greg Shaw, Scotty Adam, Darren "Bo" Ladner, and Blaine LaFontaine.
Excitement and a chill were in the air Monday morning as about a dozen elected officials were sworn in on the steps of the Hancock County Courthouse. Among those, four new supervisors; Greg Shaw, Scotty Adam, Darren "Bo" Ladner, and Blaine LaFontaine.
Feb 6, 2015: Sea Coast Echo: UPDATE: Seymour will not seek reelection; other races heating up.
So far, only one candidate, Scotty Adam (R) has qualified to run for DIstrict Four supervisor.
The qualifying period ends on Feb. 27.
So far, only one candidate, Scotty Adam (R) has qualified to run for DIstrict Four supervisor.
The qualifying period ends on Feb. 27.
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May 13, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Democrats celebrate Tuesday win; battle moves to runoff
The third-runner in the race, Republican northern Transportation Commissioner Mike Tagert, has endorsed Kelly in the runoff as "a person of honor and integrity who will move the ball forward on our conservative principles in Congress …." Another Republican candidate, Boyce Adams, who carried 5 percent of the vote, endorsed Kelly.
May 11, 2015: WTVA: Glance at candidates in Mississippi congressional election
Boyce Adams, 30, of Columbus, Republican. Occupation: President of a software business called TheBiz. Campaign website: http://www.boyceadams.com/
Previous campaigns: Adams was the Republican nominee for northern district public service commissioner in 2011, losing to Democratic incumbent Brandon Presley.
"I'll fight to represent our values and will have the perspective in Congress of someone who knows firsthand how getting government out of the way will get America back on the right track," Adams said in a news release
Apr 21, 2015: Dark Horse Mississippi: Everybody Loves Reagan, Kelly Hates the IRS, Felons Deserve Voting Rights, & Other #MS01 Tupelo Debate Takeaways
Mike Tagert Says He Will Not Support Impeaching Obama, While Boyce Adams Says Several People In the Obama Administration Should Be In Prison
Apr 13, 2015: Delta Farm Press: Political theater: campaign rhetoric versus the reality of performance
In the best-known category are probably Mike Tagert, currently serving as transportation commissioner for the state’s northern district; Trent Kelly, a district attorney with strong military support; and Boyce Adams, president of a software technology company, who served as a special assistant to the administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration during the George W. Bush administration. All apparently have strong financial backing and/or money of their own; Adams is reported primed to spend half a million dollars of his own money on the campaign.
Apr 21, 2015: Dark Horse Mississippi: Everybody Loves Reagan, Kelly Hates the IRS, Felons Deserve Voting Rights, & Other #MS01 Tupelo Debate Takeaways
Mike Tagert Says He Will Not Support Impeaching Obama, While Boyce Adams Says Several People In the Obama Administration Should Be In Prison
Apr 13, 2015: Delta Farm Press: Political theater: campaign rhetoric versus the reality of performance
In the best-known category are probably Mike Tagert, currently serving as transportation commissioner for the state’s northern district; Trent Kelly, a district attorney with strong military support; and Boyce Adams, president of a software technology company, who served as a special assistant to the administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration during the George W. Bush administration. All apparently have strong financial backing and/or money of their own; Adams is reported primed to spend half a million dollars of his own money on the campaign.
Mar 7, 2015: Daily Journal: Sparks, Adams join race for congressional seat
Daniel Sparks and Boyce Adams announced late this week their intentions to run in the May 12 election to fill the term of U.S. Rep. Alan Nunnelee, who died Feb. 6 after a battle with cancer.
Mar 1, 2011: Cottonmouth: Boyce Adams...a PhD in Lying?
Depending on which source you consult, PSC candidate Boyce Adams, Jr. has a bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University in Economics, International Economics, International Business, Political Science or even Biology. Adams has crowed all year long that he knows about how to create jobs because he has a degree in economics. He went on Paul Gallo and talked about his knowledge of economics, and he has bragged all over North Mississippi about his now famous degree in economics.
The third-runner in the race, Republican northern Transportation Commissioner Mike Tagert, has endorsed Kelly in the runoff as "a person of honor and integrity who will move the ball forward on our conservative principles in Congress …." Another Republican candidate, Boyce Adams, who carried 5 percent of the vote, endorsed Kelly.
May 11, 2015: WTVA: Glance at candidates in Mississippi congressional election
Boyce Adams, 30, of Columbus, Republican. Occupation: President of a software business called TheBiz. Campaign website: http://www.boyceadams.com/
Previous campaigns: Adams was the Republican nominee for northern district public service commissioner in 2011, losing to Democratic incumbent Brandon Presley.
"I'll fight to represent our values and will have the perspective in Congress of someone who knows firsthand how getting government out of the way will get America back on the right track," Adams said in a news release
Apr 21, 2015: Dark Horse Mississippi: Everybody Loves Reagan, Kelly Hates the IRS, Felons Deserve Voting Rights, & Other #MS01 Tupelo Debate Takeaways
Mike Tagert Says He Will Not Support Impeaching Obama, While Boyce Adams Says Several People In the Obama Administration Should Be In Prison
Apr 13, 2015: Delta Farm Press: Political theater: campaign rhetoric versus the reality of performance
In the best-known category are probably Mike Tagert, currently serving as transportation commissioner for the state’s northern district; Trent Kelly, a district attorney with strong military support; and Boyce Adams, president of a software technology company, who served as a special assistant to the administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration during the George W. Bush administration. All apparently have strong financial backing and/or money of their own; Adams is reported primed to spend half a million dollars of his own money on the campaign.
Apr 21, 2015: Dark Horse Mississippi: Everybody Loves Reagan, Kelly Hates the IRS, Felons Deserve Voting Rights, & Other #MS01 Tupelo Debate Takeaways
Mike Tagert Says He Will Not Support Impeaching Obama, While Boyce Adams Says Several People In the Obama Administration Should Be In Prison
Apr 13, 2015: Delta Farm Press: Political theater: campaign rhetoric versus the reality of performance
In the best-known category are probably Mike Tagert, currently serving as transportation commissioner for the state’s northern district; Trent Kelly, a district attorney with strong military support; and Boyce Adams, president of a software technology company, who served as a special assistant to the administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration during the George W. Bush administration. All apparently have strong financial backing and/or money of their own; Adams is reported primed to spend half a million dollars of his own money on the campaign.
Mar 7, 2015: Daily Journal: Sparks, Adams join race for congressional seat
Daniel Sparks and Boyce Adams announced late this week their intentions to run in the May 12 election to fill the term of U.S. Rep. Alan Nunnelee, who died Feb. 6 after a battle with cancer.
Mar 1, 2011: Cottonmouth: Boyce Adams...a PhD in Lying?
Depending on which source you consult, PSC candidate Boyce Adams, Jr. has a bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University in Economics, International Economics, International Business, Political Science or even Biology. Adams has crowed all year long that he knows about how to create jobs because he has a degree in economics. He went on Paul Gallo and talked about his knowledge of economics, and he has bragged all over North Mississippi about his now famous degree in economics.
Mar 16, 2015: Journal Politics: Americans for Tax Reform applaud Adams for taking pledge
Columbus businessman Boyce Adams received recognition Monday from the Americans for Tax Reform for signing the Taxpayer Protection Pledge.
May 9, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Salter: Shrill tone of CD01 race likely script for 2016
For the record, the Republican contenders include: businessman Boyce Adams of Columbus; former Airbus Helicopters executive Sam Adcock of Starkville; state Sen. Nancy Collins of Tupelo; Tupelo dentist Dr. Edward "Doc" Holliday; emergency room physician and budding novelist Dr. Starner Jones of Pontotoc; Lee County District Attorney Trent Kelly of Saltillo; Itawamba County Prosecutor Michael "Chip" Mills, Jr. of Fulton; Tupelo attorney Greg Pirkle; former Eupora Mayor Henry Ross; Oxford attorney Daniel Sparks; Northern District Transportation Commissioner Mike Tagert of Starkville; former Jackson City Councilman Quentin Whitwell of Oxford. The lone Democratic contender is Walter Zinn Jr. of Pontotoc.
Columbus businessman Boyce Adams received recognition Monday from the Americans for Tax Reform for signing the Taxpayer Protection Pledge.
May 9, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Salter: Shrill tone of CD01 race likely script for 2016
For the record, the Republican contenders include: businessman Boyce Adams of Columbus; former Airbus Helicopters executive Sam Adcock of Starkville; state Sen. Nancy Collins of Tupelo; Tupelo dentist Dr. Edward "Doc" Holliday; emergency room physician and budding novelist Dr. Starner Jones of Pontotoc; Lee County District Attorney Trent Kelly of Saltillo; Itawamba County Prosecutor Michael "Chip" Mills, Jr. of Fulton; Tupelo attorney Greg Pirkle; former Eupora Mayor Henry Ross; Oxford attorney Daniel Sparks; Northern District Transportation Commissioner Mike Tagert of Starkville; former Jackson City Councilman Quentin Whitwell of Oxford. The lone Democratic contender is Walter Zinn Jr. of Pontotoc.
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Mar 24, 2023: Action News 5: Olive Branch volunteers gather relief supplies for tornado victims
“Mississippi it’s not necessarily the wealthiest state in the union but we’re really giving state and we want to give back and show our love to those folks and compassion as far as what they’re going through,” said Ken Adams, City of Olive Branch Mayor.
“Mississippi it’s not necessarily the wealthiest state in the union but we’re really giving state and we want to give back and show our love to those folks and compassion as far as what they’re going through,” said Ken Adams, City of Olive Branch Mayor.
Bart Aguirre
April 2, 2021: Daily Journal: Tupelo Police Chief Bart Aguirre to retire in June
After three dozen years with the Tupelo Police Department, Police Chief Bart Aguirre will retire at the end of June.
“I will be 72 this year, and with the new administration coming in, I felt this was the best time to retire,” Aguirre said on Friday. “I have already met with (the human resources department) and got everything is order.”
After three dozen years with the Tupelo Police Department, Police Chief Bart Aguirre will retire at the end of June.
“I will be 72 this year, and with the new administration coming in, I felt this was the best time to retire,” Aguirre said on Friday. “I have already met with (the human resources department) and got everything is order.”
Mar 21, 2021: Lee County Courier: Recent city urban revitalization successful
Formerly, the apartment complexes were a breeding ground for crime, where drugs, shootings and assaults were regular features of life along Ida Street: “Crime has diminished quite a bit,” said Aguirre. “Alcohol and drugs and aggravated assaults were common. It has really improved and things look really good.” He noted that the police still answer calls to nearby Hilldale Apartments on Monument Drive but the situation there has even improved since the owners have employed onsite security details to patrol the complex. Development services director Falkner said there are “possible other parts of the city” being scrutinized for future revitalization projects.
Formerly, the apartment complexes were a breeding ground for crime, where drugs, shootings and assaults were regular features of life along Ida Street: “Crime has diminished quite a bit,” said Aguirre. “Alcohol and drugs and aggravated assaults were common. It has really improved and things look really good.” He noted that the police still answer calls to nearby Hilldale Apartments on Monument Drive but the situation there has even improved since the owners have employed onsite security details to patrol the complex. Development services director Falkner said there are “possible other parts of the city” being scrutinized for future revitalization projects.
Dec 8, 2021: WCBI: FBI veteran will be taking over Tupelo Police Department
A 26 year veteran of the F-B-I will be taking over the reins of the Tupelo Police Department.
At Tuesday’s meeting, the Tupelo City Council voted unanimously to confirm John Quaka to replace Interim Police Chief Jackie Clayton, who is set to retire at the end of the year. Clayton was appointed Interim Chief after Bart Aguirre retired this Summer.
A 26 year veteran of the F-B-I will be taking over the reins of the Tupelo Police Department.
At Tuesday’s meeting, the Tupelo City Council voted unanimously to confirm John Quaka to replace Interim Police Chief Jackie Clayton, who is set to retire at the end of the year. Clayton was appointed Interim Chief after Bart Aguirre retired this Summer.
May 26, 2016: Daily Journal: Piece by piece: New Tupelo Police Department headquarters taking shape
“They are putting down the topsoil for the landscaping and already have some of the sidewalks in,” said Police Chief Bart Aguirre. “They should start blacktopping the parking lot in the next week or two.”
“They are putting down the topsoil for the landscaping and already have some of the sidewalks in,” said Police Chief Bart Aguirre. “They should start blacktopping the parking lot in the next week or two.”
Oct 22, 2015: WTVA: New police building making progess in Tupelo
Police Chief Bart Aguirre is no stranger to the department. "I've been here for 30 years," he said.
Police Chief Bart Aguirre is no stranger to the department. "I've been here for 30 years," he said.
Apr 7, 2015: Daily Journal: Finally on go: Long-awaited Tupelo Police HQ construction launched
The extended delay, Police Chief Bart Aguirre explained, came because of the city’s efforts to obtain property seized through a federal and state contraband cigarette investigation.
The extended delay, Police Chief Bart Aguirre explained, came because of the city’s efforts to obtain property seized through a federal and state contraband cigarette investigation.
Brian Aldridge
Mar 27, 2015: NewMs: 20 Members of the Legislature Retiring
House: Reps. Bennett Malone, Johnny Stringer, Joe Warren, Bobby Howell, Rita Martinson, Ferr Smith, Mary Coleman, Cecil Brown, Chuck Espy, Brian Aldridge, Clara Burnett, Linda Whittington, Dennis DeBar, Hank Lott and Tommy Taylor
Feb 6, 2015: Sun Herald: Louis Aldridge sentenced for embezzlement
A Lee County grand jury last summer indicted Aldridge along with his ex-wife, Janice Aldridge, and their son, state Rep. Brian Aldridge. Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood dropped the charge against Brian Aldridge when Florence Aldridge died and could not testify against him.
Jan 29, 2015: NewsMs: Not Seeking Re-election: State Rep. Brian Aldridge Calls It Quits
-After a rough year state Rep. Brian Aldridge has said he will not seek re-election to the Mississippi House. Aldridge made that announcement on WTVA TV in Tupelo. At least two other people have now qualified to run for his seat
Sept 3, 2014: WAPT: Court won't rehear estate losses case
The Mississippi Court of Appeals has let stand its ruling that state Rep. Brian Aldridge pay more than $200,000 to his aunt, whose estate was plundered by his father.
Aug 8, 2014: Clarion Ledger: State Rep. Brian Aldridge won't go to trial
Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood on Thursday dropped his grand larceny case against state Rep. Brian Aldridge, R-Tupelo, less than one week before it was set for trial, according to Aldridge's attorney, T.K. Moffet.
Aug 31, 2012: Estate of Denial: Rep. Aldridge appeals to state Supreme Court (MS)
State Rep. Brian Aldridge of Tupelo takes his appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court in the wake of a hefty judgment in his aunt’s power-of-attorney lawsuit.
House: Reps. Bennett Malone, Johnny Stringer, Joe Warren, Bobby Howell, Rita Martinson, Ferr Smith, Mary Coleman, Cecil Brown, Chuck Espy, Brian Aldridge, Clara Burnett, Linda Whittington, Dennis DeBar, Hank Lott and Tommy Taylor
Feb 6, 2015: Sun Herald: Louis Aldridge sentenced for embezzlement
A Lee County grand jury last summer indicted Aldridge along with his ex-wife, Janice Aldridge, and their son, state Rep. Brian Aldridge. Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood dropped the charge against Brian Aldridge when Florence Aldridge died and could not testify against him.
Jan 29, 2015: NewsMs: Not Seeking Re-election: State Rep. Brian Aldridge Calls It Quits
-After a rough year state Rep. Brian Aldridge has said he will not seek re-election to the Mississippi House. Aldridge made that announcement on WTVA TV in Tupelo. At least two other people have now qualified to run for his seat
Sept 3, 2014: WAPT: Court won't rehear estate losses case
The Mississippi Court of Appeals has let stand its ruling that state Rep. Brian Aldridge pay more than $200,000 to his aunt, whose estate was plundered by his father.
Aug 8, 2014: Clarion Ledger: State Rep. Brian Aldridge won't go to trial
Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood on Thursday dropped his grand larceny case against state Rep. Brian Aldridge, R-Tupelo, less than one week before it was set for trial, according to Aldridge's attorney, T.K. Moffet.
Aug 31, 2012: Estate of Denial: Rep. Aldridge appeals to state Supreme Court (MS)
State Rep. Brian Aldridge of Tupelo takes his appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court in the wake of a hefty judgment in his aunt’s power-of-attorney lawsuit.
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May 17, 2016: Sun Herald: State will close all juvenile-delinquent programs
"It's devastating," said Harrison County Youth Court Judge Margaret Alfonso. "At a time when alternatives to the incarceration of children are being examined throughout the country, we are getting ready to lose the most valuable tool we had in this effort. |
Nov 8, 2022: Margaret Alfonso ran unopposed for Chancery Court 8 Chancery District 03 Place 3 |
Feb 2, 2016: WXXV: Harrison County Youth Court Eyeing Move
Judge Margaret Alfonso said, “The services for children are in Gulfport yet the children are housed in Biloxi, which doesn’t make any sense. We have to bring children back and forth to the Biloxi facility. Right now, that building is so close that you would walk the child from the detention facility to the court building if the youth court moved to Biloxi.”
Judge Margaret Alfonso said, “The services for children are in Gulfport yet the children are housed in Biloxi, which doesn’t make any sense. We have to bring children back and forth to the Biloxi facility. Right now, that building is so close that you would walk the child from the detention facility to the court building if the youth court moved to Biloxi.”
Ben Allen
Jan 29, 2019: Clarion Ledger: Ben Allen's conviction thrown out by Mississippi Court of Appeals
The lone embezzlement conviction against former Downtown Jackson Partners head Ben Allen has been thrown out by the Mississippi Court of Appeals.
"After reviewing the record, we find that the evidence introduced at trial was insufficient to support Allen’s conviction for embezzlement," Court of Appeals Judge Virginia Carlton wrote in the opinion released Tuesday. "Therefore, we reverse and render a judgment of acquittal on that count."
The lone embezzlement conviction against former Downtown Jackson Partners head Ben Allen has been thrown out by the Mississippi Court of Appeals.
"After reviewing the record, we find that the evidence introduced at trial was insufficient to support Allen’s conviction for embezzlement," Court of Appeals Judge Virginia Carlton wrote in the opinion released Tuesday. "Therefore, we reverse and render a judgment of acquittal on that count."
Apr 27, 2015: Mississippi Link: Business community, churches dispute over feeding homeless
Ben Allen, Executive Director of Downtown Jackson Business Partners, says various churches in the area are showing up with food trucks to feed the homeless but don’t have permits.
Ben Allen, Executive Director of Downtown Jackson Business Partners, says various churches in the area are showing up with food trucks to feed the homeless but don’t have permits.
Jan 27, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Yarber calls Farish Street redevelopment 'an albatross'
"To me, it sounds like the mayor is just being brutally honest about things, and I think that's admirable," said Ben Allen, president of Downtown Jackson Partners. "(The Farish Street project) has been going on forever. It's just one of those things we have got to just forge ahead on."
"To me, it sounds like the mayor is just being brutally honest about things, and I think that's admirable," said Ben Allen, president of Downtown Jackson Partners. "(The Farish Street project) has been going on forever. It's just one of those things we have got to just forge ahead on."
July 26, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Questions raised about Jackson nonprofit's spending
Copies of documents obtained by The Clarion-Ledger show lavish dinners, thousands spent on office furnishings, thousands of dollars in business going to board members or their relatives, Partners president Ben Allen transferring the nonprofit's 1988 Silverado to himself, and repeated reimbursed purchases on his personal credit card with no receipts to back them up.
Copies of documents obtained by The Clarion-Ledger show lavish dinners, thousands spent on office furnishings, thousands of dollars in business going to board members or their relatives, Partners president Ben Allen transferring the nonprofit's 1988 Silverado to himself, and repeated reimbursed purchases on his personal credit card with no receipts to back them up.
David Allen
Feb 16, 2016: WLOX: New Waveland Police Dept. to open by June
According to Chief David Allen, the new police station should be ready by mid-April to early June. Law officers have been working out of a trailer for more than three years. When finished, the new building will also have other functions to help ensure safety.
Feb 10, 2016: Sun Herald: Grand jury: Body cameras for all Hancock County patrol officers
"Everyone tends to behave better when an officer is wearing a body cam and the public knows it," Waveland Police Chief Dave Allen told the Sun Herald.
Jan 26, 2016: WLOX: Chief: Death of Waveland woman appears to be ‘a tragic accident’
“At this point, we feel that Karen's death was a tragic accident, and we wish to extend our condolences to her family during this trying time,” said Waveland Police Chief David Allen.
Jan 21, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: UPDATE: Waveland police investigating "mysterious" death
"The circumstances of Karen's death are not clear cut," Waveland Police Chief David Allen said in a press release issued Friday afternon, "therefore, we are proceeding thoroughly and carefully until some questions are answered through interviews, crime scene analysis, cell phone analysis, and an autopsy."
Jan 21, 2016: Sun Herald: Update: Suspect who shot up parking lot of Waveland barber shop identified
Police Chief David Allen said investigators are gathering information at the crime scene. The victim, who has not been identified, suffered what appeared to be non-life threatening gunshot wounds. St. Julian-Mims said he was shot in the leg and the arm.
Jan 19, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Waveland man jailed in drive-by shooting incident
"The Waveland Police Department would like to thank the community for their assistance in solving this case," Chief David Allen said, "and would also like to remind the community that Mississippi Coast Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases in our area.
June 5, 2013: WLOX: David Allen is Waveland's new police chief
The Waveland Police Department has a new chief Wednesday morning. Veteran officer David Allen was appointed to the position by city aldermen during a board meeting that went late into Tuesday night. The board confirmed Allen in a two to two vote, with the mayor breaking the tie.
David Allen was a sheriff's deputy in Arizona before coming to Waveland as patrolman. He's been an investigator, the head of Waveland's cyber crime unit and served as acting chief for a time. Allen became Waveland Police Chief on June 24, 2013.
According to Chief David Allen, the new police station should be ready by mid-April to early June. Law officers have been working out of a trailer for more than three years. When finished, the new building will also have other functions to help ensure safety.
Feb 10, 2016: Sun Herald: Grand jury: Body cameras for all Hancock County patrol officers
"Everyone tends to behave better when an officer is wearing a body cam and the public knows it," Waveland Police Chief Dave Allen told the Sun Herald.
Jan 26, 2016: WLOX: Chief: Death of Waveland woman appears to be ‘a tragic accident’
“At this point, we feel that Karen's death was a tragic accident, and we wish to extend our condolences to her family during this trying time,” said Waveland Police Chief David Allen.
Jan 21, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: UPDATE: Waveland police investigating "mysterious" death
"The circumstances of Karen's death are not clear cut," Waveland Police Chief David Allen said in a press release issued Friday afternon, "therefore, we are proceeding thoroughly and carefully until some questions are answered through interviews, crime scene analysis, cell phone analysis, and an autopsy."
Jan 21, 2016: Sun Herald: Update: Suspect who shot up parking lot of Waveland barber shop identified
Police Chief David Allen said investigators are gathering information at the crime scene. The victim, who has not been identified, suffered what appeared to be non-life threatening gunshot wounds. St. Julian-Mims said he was shot in the leg and the arm.
Jan 19, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Waveland man jailed in drive-by shooting incident
"The Waveland Police Department would like to thank the community for their assistance in solving this case," Chief David Allen said, "and would also like to remind the community that Mississippi Coast Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases in our area.
June 5, 2013: WLOX: David Allen is Waveland's new police chief
The Waveland Police Department has a new chief Wednesday morning. Veteran officer David Allen was appointed to the position by city aldermen during a board meeting that went late into Tuesday night. The board confirmed Allen in a two to two vote, with the mayor breaking the tie.
David Allen was a sheriff's deputy in Arizona before coming to Waveland as patrolman. He's been an investigator, the head of Waveland's cyber crime unit and served as acting chief for a time. Allen became Waveland Police Chief on June 24, 2013.
Delorise H Allison
Nov 4, 2015: Monroe Journal: New and existing faces to fill county seats following election results
In special elections, Democrat Delorise H. Allison ran unopposed for District 5 election commissioner;
In special elections, Democrat Delorise H. Allison ran unopposed for District 5 election commissioner;
Nov 2, 2016: Monroe Journal: Candidates running for county, state offices
Special elections
Election Commissioner District 5
Delorise H. Allison, Democrat
Special elections
Election Commissioner District 5
Delorise H. Allison, Democrat
Barry Amacker
Dec 30, 2019: WLOX: Dr. Amacker proud of legacy as JCSD superintendent
Dr. Barry Amacker has spent nearly 50 years working in various roles within the Jackson County School District (JCSD), and now as outgoing superintendent, Dr. Amacker says he’s ready to take on a new role.
Dr. Barry Amacker has spent nearly 50 years working in various roles within the Jackson County School District (JCSD), and now as outgoing superintendent, Dr. Amacker says he’s ready to take on a new role.
Apr 26, 2016: Gulf Live: Legislature shorts Jackson County school districts more than $10 million in funding
"The legislature talks about `level funding,'" said Jackson County superintendent Barry Amacker. "For us, that level funding is about $3.5 in under funding each year. We've gotten used to it."
"The legislature talks about `level funding,'" said Jackson County superintendent Barry Amacker. "For us, that level funding is about $3.5 in under funding each year. We've gotten used to it."
Dec 17, 2015: Gulf Live: Local school officials cast wary eye on legislative budget recommendation
Jackson County superintendent Barry Amacker said he "wasn't surprised" at the committee's budget recommendation.
Jackson County superintendent Barry Amacker said he "wasn't surprised" at the committee's budget recommendation.
jacquelin amos
Dec 12, 2022: WLBT: Questions still surround future of the Mississippi Democratic Party
While the Mississippi Democratic Party chairman and executive director couldn’t speak with us, we did speak with Jacqueline Amos who’s a member of the state executive committee.
“This state of the Democratic Party is not where any of us, any Democrats, would like for it to be, and I will tell you that,” said Jacqueline Amos, State Democratic Executive Committee member and National Democratic Committeewoman.
While the Mississippi Democratic Party chairman and executive director couldn’t speak with us, we did speak with Jacqueline Amos who’s a member of the state executive committee.
“This state of the Democratic Party is not where any of us, any Democrats, would like for it to be, and I will tell you that,” said Jacqueline Amos, State Democratic Executive Committee member and National Democratic Committeewoman.
Dec 13, 2021: Clarion Ledger: 'Uphill battle: 'Democratic newcomer says unseating Rep. Michael Guest not impossible
Skepticism aside, there was some positive movement out of Young's two stops. Jacqueline Amos, a longtime Democratic organizer in Mississippi, saw at least one positive in Young.
"I'll tell you, we've never had a really good candidate in this district," Amos said to Young. "You're presenting yourself to us, and from what I see and what I hear, you're definitely qualified."
Skepticism aside, there was some positive movement out of Young's two stops. Jacqueline Amos, a longtime Democratic organizer in Mississippi, saw at least one positive in Young.
"I'll tell you, we've never had a really good candidate in this district," Amos said to Young. "You're presenting yourself to us, and from what I see and what I hear, you're definitely qualified."
Jesse Amos
May 2, 2018: Mississippi Today: Frustration, fears accelerate with no solution in sight for bridge crisis
Washington County Supervisor Jesse Amos, who also owns a trucking company, said county officials don’t know how they’ll find money to repair all the closed bridges and continue maintaining the aging ones.
“Right now, we’re talking about what we can do – selling some bonds or raising taxes or whatever,” said Amos. “To be honest with you, we’re going to have to wait and hope the Legislature or the feds can come up with some money. Otherwise, we can’t keep up.”
Washington County Supervisor Jesse Amos, who also owns a trucking company, said county officials don’t know how they’ll find money to repair all the closed bridges and continue maintaining the aging ones.
“Right now, we’re talking about what we can do – selling some bonds or raising taxes or whatever,” said Amos. “To be honest with you, we’re going to have to wait and hope the Legislature or the feds can come up with some money. Otherwise, we can’t keep up.”
Jan 6, 2016: MBJ: State flag to no longer fly on Washington County properties
Those who voted against the removal of the flag, supervisors Lee Gordon and Jesse Amos, say the issue is a state matter. Gordon says there’s “no doubt” the flag needs to be replaced, but that the “majority of Mississippians” need to vote for its removal.
Those who voted against the removal of the flag, supervisors Lee Gordon and Jesse Amos, say the issue is a state matter. Gordon says there’s “no doubt” the flag needs to be replaced, but that the “majority of Mississippians” need to vote for its removal.
marc amos
March 3, 2023: Columbus Dispatch: Law limits citizen rights to protect property
Marc Amos, an assistant district attorney for the 16th Judicial Circuit — which includes Lowndes, Oktibbeha, Clay and Noxubee counties — would not comment to The Dispatch about Musa’s specific situation but spoke generally to those types of circumstances.
“You still get back to the general question: Was the use of force justified in any particular scenario?” Amos said. “You can only use appropriate force.”
Marc Amos, an assistant district attorney for the 16th Judicial Circuit — which includes Lowndes, Oktibbeha, Clay and Noxubee counties — would not comment to The Dispatch about Musa’s specific situation but spoke generally to those types of circumstances.
“You still get back to the general question: Was the use of force justified in any particular scenario?” Amos said. “You can only use appropriate force.”
Rusty Anderson
April 30, 2021: Gulf Live: Holloway takes Ocean Springs mayor’s race; Knight bests Anderson in Moss Point runoff
Gautier
Gautier
- Mayor: (I) Phil Torjusen - R v. Casey Vaughan - Ind.
- Ward 4 councilman - (I) Charles “Rusty” Anderson - R v. Wayne Golder - Ind.
Feb 2, 2016: Gulf Live: Gautier still battling Bemis Avenue sewer problem, lack of transparency from utility authority
"Transparency is an issue," said councilman Rusty Anderson prior to the meeting.
"Transparency is an issue," said councilman Rusty Anderson prior to the meeting.
Felicity Arcement
Jan 19, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Supervisors name new Hancock administrator
The Hancock County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved Felicity Arcement as the new county administrator.
The Hancock County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved Felicity Arcement as the new county administrator.
Whitney Argenbright [WDAM]
Mar 9, 2015: Whitney Argenbright: WDAM: WPD search for alleged felony shoplifter
Mar 16, 2015: Whitney Argenbright: WDAM: Gas prices drop slightly in Mississippi
Cassie Archebelle [WDAM]
Oct 7, 2020: Cassie Archebelle: WLOX: Ocean Springs pharmacy owners accused in $18 million healthcare fraud scheme
Feb 2, 2016: Cassie Archebelle: WLOX: D'Iberville Ocean Expo Aquarium site sold
Nuria Arias
Jan 31, 2017: Picayune Item: Chamber director moving to a new job in NOLA
Next month the executive director of the Greater Picayune Area Chamber of Commerce will be taking a new job.
Nuria Reyes-Arias, a New Orleans native, took the helm of the local Chamber in January of last year, bringing years of experience in the non-profit world to the local Chamber.
Next month the executive director of the Greater Picayune Area Chamber of Commerce will be taking a new job.
Nuria Reyes-Arias, a New Orleans native, took the helm of the local Chamber in January of last year, bringing years of experience in the non-profit world to the local Chamber.
Mar 8, 2016: Picayune Item: Supervisors hear from Chamber_
Monday, Greater Picayune Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nuria Arias spoke with the Pearl River County Supervisors about upcoming projects designed to promote not only Picayune but also Pearl River County.
Monday, Greater Picayune Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nuria Arias spoke with the Pearl River County Supervisors about upcoming projects designed to promote not only Picayune but also Pearl River County.
john arnold
Oct 15, 2015: Vicksburg Post: Johnson leads candidates in contributions
District 1 Supervisor John Arnold, a Republican, reported $5,099 in contributions and $2,972.69 in expenses.
Aug 18, 2015: Vicksburg Post: State Auditor issues county check in Palmertree case
“We appreciate you being able to follow up on this and seeing that the citizens of Warren County receive what’s owed to them,” District 1 Supervisor John Arnold said. -
Aug 18, 2015: Vicksburg Post: Warren County tax apology to include names
District 1 Supervisor John Arnold, District 4 Supervisor Bill Lauderdale and District 5 Supervisor Richard George disagreed and voted for the measure while District 2 Supervisor William Banks and District 1 Supervisor Charles Selmon cast the dissenting votes in support of Flaggs-Jones. -
District 1 Supervisor John Arnold, a Republican, reported $5,099 in contributions and $2,972.69 in expenses.
Aug 18, 2015: Vicksburg Post: State Auditor issues county check in Palmertree case
“We appreciate you being able to follow up on this and seeing that the citizens of Warren County receive what’s owed to them,” District 1 Supervisor John Arnold said. -
Aug 18, 2015: Vicksburg Post: Warren County tax apology to include names
District 1 Supervisor John Arnold, District 4 Supervisor Bill Lauderdale and District 5 Supervisor Richard George disagreed and voted for the measure while District 2 Supervisor William Banks and District 1 Supervisor Charles Selmon cast the dissenting votes in support of Flaggs-Jones. -
Jody Ashley [Wayne County, Mississippi Sheriff]
Aug 26, 2022: Leader-Call: Crash on bridge kills woman, injures man
Colleen “Cokey” Dunigan, a Tennessee native who was living in Shubuta, was killed and Rusty “Buddy” Williams of Waynesboro had a foot severed when an unidentified 16-year-old girl in a Toyota 4Runner struck the Chevrolet Malibu the couple had been on a Beat 4-Shubuta Road bridge just after 8:30 p.m., Sheriff Jody Ashley said.
Colleen “Cokey” Dunigan, a Tennessee native who was living in Shubuta, was killed and Rusty “Buddy” Williams of Waynesboro had a foot severed when an unidentified 16-year-old girl in a Toyota 4Runner struck the Chevrolet Malibu the couple had been on a Beat 4-Shubuta Road bridge just after 8:30 p.m., Sheriff Jody Ashley said.
Jan 22, 2016: WLOX: Wayne County drug bust nets 6
Wayne County Sheriff Jody Ashley said his department will continue to rid drugs from the Wayne County area.
Wayne County Sheriff Jody Ashley said his department will continue to rid drugs from the Wayne County area.
Sharion Aycock
Jan 24, 2023: WLOX: Jay-Z-funded lawsuits end as Mississippi improves prison
U.S. District Judge Sharion Aycock in northern Mississippi filed the order this month dismissing the lawsuits that were funded by Jay-Z; rapper Yo Gotti; and Team Roc, the philanthropic arm of Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. In a court filing, attorneys for the plaintiffs and for the defendants in the Mississippi Department of Corrections agreed that nobody involved in the lawsuits admitted liability or responsibility to anyone else in the suits.
U.S. District Judge Sharion Aycock in northern Mississippi filed the order this month dismissing the lawsuits that were funded by Jay-Z; rapper Yo Gotti; and Team Roc, the philanthropic arm of Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. In a court filing, attorneys for the plaintiffs and for the defendants in the Mississippi Department of Corrections agreed that nobody involved in the lawsuits admitted liability or responsibility to anyone else in the suits.
