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March 1, 2023: WLBT: Canopy Children’s Solutions announce new Mental Health Program with Madison County Schools
”We have to meet our children where they are. And that is with that phone. It just is. So when we have providers that recognize that and want to take that to the next level, and when we have schools that see that and know, let’s capitalize on this, and let’s use this in a way to bring hope and to bring help and positivity to our children,” CEO of Canopy Children’s Solutions, John Damon, said.
”We have to meet our children where they are. And that is with that phone. It just is. So when we have providers that recognize that and want to take that to the next level, and when we have schools that see that and know, let’s capitalize on this, and let’s use this in a way to bring hope and to bring help and positivity to our children,” CEO of Canopy Children’s Solutions, John Damon, said.
Feb 27, 2022: Mississippi Today: Mississippi Stories: John Damon
In this episode of Mississippi Stories, Mississippi Today Editor-At-Large Marshall Ramsey brings back Canopy CEO, John Damon to discuss the current mental health challenges facing our nation, avenues to get help for both adults and children, and ways to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
In this episode of Mississippi Stories, Mississippi Today Editor-At-Large Marshall Ramsey brings back Canopy CEO, John Damon to discuss the current mental health challenges facing our nation, avenues to get help for both adults and children, and ways to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
Feb 4, 2015: WJTV: Mississippi Children's Home Services Day at the Capitol
CEO John Damon says there are many important bills in the legislature this year dealing with children's mental health.
CEO John Damon says there are many important bills in the legislature this year dealing with children's mental health.
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Dec 20, 2022: Daily Journal: Ralph Dance continues lifetime of service as new Corinth mayor
For more than three decades, Ralph Dance has protected and served the people of Corinth. For the next four years, he will just serve the citizens.
Dance worked for the Corinth Police Department for 32 years, the final eight years as police chief. In September, he was elected mayor, defeating two-term incumbent Tommy Irwin. His first day as mayor was Nov. 7.
“I walked out of the police department on Friday and into the mayor’s office on Monday,” Dance said.
For more than three decades, Ralph Dance has protected and served the people of Corinth. For the next four years, he will just serve the citizens.
Dance worked for the Corinth Police Department for 32 years, the final eight years as police chief. In September, he was elected mayor, defeating two-term incumbent Tommy Irwin. His first day as mayor was Nov. 7.
“I walked out of the police department on Friday and into the mayor’s office on Monday,” Dance said.
Aug 2, 2022: WTVA: Corinth elects mayor, alderman at large race tied until Tuesday
Corinth Police Chief Ralph Dance will be the city's next mayor, but a couple of candidates in another race will have to wait until next week to find out who won.
A count of Republican affidavit ballots Wednesday confirmed Dance is the unofficial winner of the mayor's race over incumbent Tommy Irwin.
Corinth Police Chief Ralph Dance will be the city's next mayor, but a couple of candidates in another race will have to wait until next week to find out who won.
A count of Republican affidavit ballots Wednesday confirmed Dance is the unofficial winner of the mayor's race over incumbent Tommy Irwin.
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Gautier, Missisippi City Attorney
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May 11, 2022: Sun Herald: MS paramedic admits to sexually assaulting patients, kids during hospital transports
Leakesville personal injury attorney Joe Beard represented the victims from George and Greene counties in most cases. Attorney Joshua Danos represented at least one of the victims from Jackson County.
Leakesville personal injury attorney Joe Beard represented the victims from George and Greene counties in most cases. Attorney Joshua Danos represented at least one of the victims from Jackson County.
April 6, 2022: Gulf Live: City of Gautier begins process to acquire Belk property rights by eminent domain
The day after the story published, the newspaper received an email from Gautier City Attorney Josh Danos which read, in part: “The City has no plans to purchase or acquire by eminent domain the real property owned by Belk. Additionally, there is currently no time line for development of the former Singing River Mall property.” The email also demanded the newspaper print a “correction”. No such correction was published.
The day after the story published, the newspaper received an email from Gautier City Attorney Josh Danos which read, in part: “The City has no plans to purchase or acquire by eminent domain the real property owned by Belk. Additionally, there is currently no time line for development of the former Singing River Mall property.” The email also demanded the newspaper print a “correction”. No such correction was published.
Feb 2, 2016: Gulf Live: Gautier still battling Bemis Avenue sewer problem, lack of transparency from utility authority
Authorized City Attorney Josh Danos and Abell to explore development of a local solid waste management plan or partner with Jackson County on its plan.
Authorized City Attorney Josh Danos and Abell to explore development of a local solid waste management plan or partner with Jackson County on its plan.
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Jan 16, 2020: Clarion Ledger: New Hinds Co. Board of Supervisors fires county administrator, board attorney on 3-2 vote
The board fired County Administrator Carmen Davis, who had been administrator since 2010. Davis had been a former Detroit city employee before moving to Mississippi. The county administrator runs the day-to-day operations of the county. The Board of Supervisors gave no reason for terminating Davis. The vote was 3-2, with supervisors Calhoun, Graham and David Archie voting not to retain Davis. |
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Apr 28, 2015: WJTV: Two Arrested for Trying to Sneak Drugs into Hinds County Jail Downtown
"But we're pretty proud of the measures we put in place and we're going to continue this effort until the county administrator decides she's going to move forward and fix the flaws of this building so we won't have to take these extra precautions," Sheriff Lewis said. He is criticizing Hinds County Administrator Carmen Davis on the funding issue.
"But we're pretty proud of the measures we put in place and we're going to continue this effort until the county administrator decides she's going to move forward and fix the flaws of this building so we won't have to take these extra precautions," Sheriff Lewis said. He is criticizing Hinds County Administrator Carmen Davis on the funding issue.
Pictured l-r: Carmen Y. Davis (County Administrator), Taylor McNair (Miss Rodeo America 2019), Darrel McQuirter for Supervisor District 2
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Apr 10, 2015: NAACP Mississippi: Women Get Maximum Sentences in Hate Crime Death
“This prosecution sends a clear message that this office, in partnership with the DOJ Civil Rights Division, will prioritize and aggressively prosecute hate crimes and others civil rights violations in the Southern District of Mississippi,” said Mississippi Southern District U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Davis. |
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June 27, 2016: MBJ: Democrats elect new leadership; Moak wins party chair
Moak is from Bogue Chitto. Rae Shawn Davis of Gulfport was voted in as vice chair. Earle Banks from Jackson will take over as the executive vice chair and Ryan Brown of Brandon will be treasurer. Rubye Funchess of Jackson was elected secretary and Jamie Franks of Mooreville as parliamentarian.
Moak is from Bogue Chitto. Rae Shawn Davis of Gulfport was voted in as vice chair. Earle Banks from Jackson will take over as the executive vice chair and Ryan Brown of Brandon will be treasurer. Rubye Funchess of Jackson was elected secretary and Jamie Franks of Mooreville as parliamentarian.
Tasha DavisMar 2, 2016: WDAM: Nearly 50 Mississippi mayors endorse Clinton
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Jason Scott Dean
March 31, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Jason Dean
For Dr. Jason Dean, a passion for Mississippi and a drive to help his home state grow have guided his life and career.
Native to the area, Dean graduated from Wingfield High School in 1992 and went on to complete his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern Mississippi before earning his doctorate in education at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. In 2003, Dean joined then-Gov. Haley Barbour's administration as his education adviser, although he expected a return to academia.
For Dr. Jason Dean, a passion for Mississippi and a drive to help his home state grow have guided his life and career.
Native to the area, Dean graduated from Wingfield High School in 1992 and went on to complete his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern Mississippi before earning his doctorate in education at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. In 2003, Dean joined then-Gov. Haley Barbour's administration as his education adviser, although he expected a return to academia.
Apr 19, 2016: Jackson Free Press: Rankin Assistant Superintendent, Ridgeland Businessman New Mississippi Board of Education Members
Dr. Jason Scott Dean of Madison and Arthur Edward "Buddy" Bailey of Brandon both received the Senate Education Committee's blessing for their appointment to the Mississippi Board of Education this Monday.
Dr. Jason Scott Dean of Madison and Arthur Edward "Buddy" Bailey of Brandon both received the Senate Education Committee's blessing for their appointment to the Mississippi Board of Education this Monday.
andre deberry
Feb 15, 2023: Picayune Item: Mississippi Elections 2023: Breakdown of State Senate
Democrats also have a candidate in Districts 10 and 40. In District 10, Senator Neil Whaley will be challenged, again, by Democrat Andre DeBerry. Whaley defeated DeBerry by more than 15 points four years ago and the district has been made more Republican post-redistricting. In District 40, Senator Angela Hill is being challenged by Andy Rishton in the primary. She should win that before facing Thomas Lehr in the general election. Hill defeated Lehr by more than 50 points in 2019.
Democrats also have a candidate in Districts 10 and 40. In District 10, Senator Neil Whaley will be challenged, again, by Democrat Andre DeBerry. Whaley defeated DeBerry by more than 15 points four years ago and the district has been made more Republican post-redistricting. In District 40, Senator Angela Hill is being challenged by Andy Rishton in the primary. She should win that before facing Thomas Lehr in the general election. Hill defeated Lehr by more than 50 points in 2019.
Deborah Delgado |
Jan 5, 2016: Hattiesburg American: Council allows HPD to auction seized, surplus items
Ward 2 Councilwoman Deborah Delgado provided the only vote against the measure, saying she had too many concerns about the sale of the weapons.
Ward 2 Councilwoman Deborah Delgado provided the only vote against the measure, saying she had too many concerns about the sale of the weapons.
Diane Delware |
Mar 2, 2016: WDAM: Nearly 50 Mississippi mayors endorse Clinton
Mayor of Yazoo City, Daine Delware
Mayor of Yazoo City, Daine Delware
Mike De Nardo
Sept 9, 2016: CBS: Official: Police chief who killed self was accused of selling city-owned guns
A Mississippi police chief killed himself soon after learning that authorities were investigating allegations that he illegally sold city-owned firearms, including an assault rifle, a sheriff’s official said Friday.
Hancock County Chief Deputy Don Bass told The Associated Press that Bay St. Louis police chief Mike DeNardo illegally sold one city-owned assault rifle, and that authorities were looking into allegations that other city-owned weapons were sold.
A Mississippi police chief killed himself soon after learning that authorities were investigating allegations that he illegally sold city-owned firearms, including an assault rifle, a sheriff’s official said Friday.
Hancock County Chief Deputy Don Bass told The Associated Press that Bay St. Louis police chief Mike DeNardo illegally sold one city-owned assault rifle, and that authorities were looking into allegations that other city-owned weapons were sold.
Feb 9, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Bay P.D. will present Felicity St. shooting to grand jury
Bay St. Louis Police Chief Mike De Nardo said Tuesday that the case of a fatal shooting last June on Felicity Street will be presented to the Hancock County Grand Jury.
Bay St. Louis Police Chief Mike De Nardo said Tuesday that the case of a fatal shooting last June on Felicity Street will be presented to the Hancock County Grand Jury.
Feb 5, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Mayor intends to veto bond use to replace DOJ funds
Bay Police Chief Mike De Nardo is the point of contact named by the DOJ, Fillingame said, and is working closely with the department to resolve the matter. Officials said De Nardo will be informing the mayor and council of what the next corrective action should be and when it needs to be accomplished.
Bay Police Chief Mike De Nardo is the point of contact named by the DOJ, Fillingame said, and is working closely with the department to resolve the matter. Officials said De Nardo will be informing the mayor and council of what the next corrective action should be and when it needs to be accomplished.
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Oct 29, 2019: Gulf Live: Former alderman, public works chief Andre Kaufman dies at 69
“Andre was an extremely organized, prepared person,” said former alderman Greg Denyer. “When Katrina hit, he knew what was going to happen before it happened. His innate instinct to order gas -- we had gasoline in Ocean Springs to not only run the heavy equipment, but police and fire vehicles as well. We had the gasoline we needed when a lot of places didn’t.”
Denyer also noted Kaufman’s reputation for running his department with an iron fist, but quickly added that Kaufman was extremely loyal to those under his leadership.
“Andre was an extremely organized, prepared person,” said former alderman Greg Denyer. “When Katrina hit, he knew what was going to happen before it happened. His innate instinct to order gas -- we had gasoline in Ocean Springs to not only run the heavy equipment, but police and fire vehicles as well. We had the gasoline we needed when a lot of places didn’t.”
Denyer also noted Kaufman’s reputation for running his department with an iron fist, but quickly added that Kaufman was extremely loyal to those under his leadership.
Andrea Detrick
Oct 6, 2015: WHLT: Realtors make Hub City home for a week
“The education that we get helps them with their business, to grow their business, to help their clients. Because home buying is the American dream, so we try to help our clients live that dream.,” President Andrea Inman Detrick said.
“The education that we get helps them with their business, to grow their business, to help their clients. Because home buying is the American dream, so we try to help our clients live that dream.,” President Andrea Inman Detrick said.
Feb 6, 2015: Gulf Live: Rep. Hank Zuber of Ocean Springs named Outstanding House Legislator by Mississippi REALTORS
"Representative Zuber has been a great supporter of the business community since first being elected to the House of Representatives in 2000," said MAR President Andrea Detrick. "He is Chairman of the House Banking and Financial Services Committee where many of our issues are referred.
"Representative Zuber has been a great supporter of the business community since first being elected to the House of Representatives in 2000," said MAR President Andrea Detrick. "He is Chairman of the House Banking and Financial Services Committee where many of our issues are referred.
Jan 25, 2015: Meridian Star: Meridian Board of Realtors installs 2015 MBR Board
Andrea Detrick installed the 2015 MBR Board of Directors
Andrea Detrick installed the 2015 MBR Board of Directors
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May 9, 2016: AP: ACLU sues Mississippi over 'religious rights' law
"We've had a long history in Mississippi of bigotry and discrimination, and House Bill 1523 brings that back to life," Oliver Diaz, a former state Supreme Court justice who filed the lawsuit Monday in U.S. District Court in Jackson.
"We've had a long history in Mississippi of bigotry and discrimination, and House Bill 1523 brings that back to life," Oliver Diaz, a former state Supreme Court justice who filed the lawsuit Monday in U.S. District Court in Jackson.
Sept 18, 2007: Harpers: Justice in Mississippi
Today, I want to look at one of the Mississippi cases, involving Supreme Court Justice Oliver Diaz.
Today, I want to look at one of the Mississippi cases, involving Supreme Court Justice Oliver Diaz.
Tasha Dillon
April 8, 2017: Clarion Ledger: State Supreme Court says candidate can challenge election
A Democratic primary candidate will get her day in court as she seeks to overturn the results of a 2015 southwest Mississippi state House election.
The Mississippi Supreme Court ruled 8-1 on Thursday that Tasha Dillion should get to argue her challenge to the results of her House District 98 race against Democratic Rep. David Myers of McComb.
A Democratic primary candidate will get her day in court as she seeks to overturn the results of a 2015 southwest Mississippi state House election.
The Mississippi Supreme Court ruled 8-1 on Thursday that Tasha Dillion should get to argue her challenge to the results of her House District 98 race against Democratic Rep. David Myers of McComb.
Jan 6, 2016: Madison County Journal: PERRY/2016 Legislature
Democrat incumbent Bo Eaton won reelection in a tied race settled by drawing straws. His Republican challenger Mark Tullos claims the race should not have ended in a tie because affidavit votes were improperly counted and removing those votes would instead give him the win. The other petition is by Tasha Dillon who lost by 144 votes to incumbent David Myers in the District 98 Democratic Primary.
Democrat incumbent Bo Eaton won reelection in a tied race settled by drawing straws. His Republican challenger Mark Tullos claims the race should not have ended in a tie because affidavit votes were improperly counted and removing those votes would instead give him the win. The other petition is by Tasha Dillon who lost by 144 votes to incumbent David Myers in the District 98 Democratic Primary.
Chad Dixon
Feb 3, 2016: Chad Dixon: NewsMs: Bill Proposes Salary Cut, Moving Funds into Schools
Jan 25, 2016: Chad Dixon: NewsMs: Treasurer Unveils Tool to Help Guard People's Money
Lisa Dodson
Jan 15, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Charges dropped on Iranian national
Circuit Court Judge Lisa Dodson ordered a psychological evaluation, which was completed in October.
Dodson sealed the results of the evaluation and at a hearing on Oct. 30, she ordered that a bond of $200,000 be set on Alidoust.
Circuit Court Judge Lisa Dodson ordered a psychological evaluation, which was completed in October.
Dodson sealed the results of the evaluation and at a hearing on Oct. 30, she ordered that a bond of $200,000 be set on Alidoust.
Tim Doherty
Oct 14, 2015: Tim Doherty: Hattiesburg American: McGee says investigation has ended
Ricky Dombrowski
Mar 23, 2016: Sun Herald: Gulfport kills Lil Boosie outdoor concert; show will go on inside
In a 4-3 vote, the council denied Bush a variance. Ella Holmes-Hines, who represents Ward 3 where Club Illusion is located, was dead-set against the outdoor show. Voting with her were council members R. Lee Flowers, Cara Pucheu and Ricky Dombrowski.
In a 4-3 vote, the council denied Bush a variance. Ella Holmes-Hines, who represents Ward 3 where Club Illusion is located, was dead-set against the outdoor show. Voting with her were council members R. Lee Flowers, Cara Pucheu and Ricky Dombrowski.
Mar 15, 2016: Sun Herald: FunTime? Amusement park encounters obstacle to Gulfport return
Councilman Ricky Dombrowski said he will oppose the zoning change. He said some of his constituents don't want the park near their homes. Other council members could go along with Dombrowski because FunTime would be in the area he represents, Ward 2.
Councilman Ricky Dombrowski said he will oppose the zoning change. He said some of his constituents don't want the park near their homes. Other council members could go along with Dombrowski because FunTime would be in the area he represents, Ward 2.
Jarvis Dortch
Mar 31, 2016: WLBT: Mississippi state representative paying for kicking in door
Democratic Rep. Jarvis Dortch of Raymond says he gave a $2,474 check to the House Management Committee on Wednesday to fully pay for the damage.
Democratic Rep. Jarvis Dortch of Raymond says he gave a $2,474 check to the House Management Committee on Wednesday to fully pay for the damage.
Mar 22, 2016: Clarion Ledger: Medicaid, SNAP crackdown: Records, audits eyed
Rep. Jarvis Dortch, D-Hinds, was among those who voted against the bill. Dortch said the bill would pay a company to build a system the state doesn’t need.
Rep. Jarvis Dortch, D-Hinds, was among those who voted against the bill. Dortch said the bill would pay a company to build a system the state doesn’t need.
Feb 24, 2016: Jackson Free Press: Education Bill Roundup
HB 1044: An act to authorize open enrollment in charter schools With this act, students could attend a charter school operating in a school district in which they don't live. Debate over this bill ignited controversy in the House Education Committee, with Rep. Jarvis Dortch, D-Raymond, throwing pretenses to the wind and motioning to amend it to open charter schools in all school districts—not just D and F ones, like the current law allows.
HB 1044: An act to authorize open enrollment in charter schools With this act, students could attend a charter school operating in a school district in which they don't live. Debate over this bill ignited controversy in the House Education Committee, with Rep. Jarvis Dortch, D-Raymond, throwing pretenses to the wind and motioning to amend it to open charter schools in all school districts—not just D and F ones, like the current law allows.
Allan Dover
Oct 13, 2015: WTOK: Dry Conditions Persist in Twin States
Lauderdale County Fire Coordinator Allan Dover says because of the lack of rain, a burn ban remains in effect.
Lauderdale County Fire Coordinator Allan Dover says because of the lack of rain, a burn ban remains in effect.
May 1, 2015: Meridian Star: Supervisors take bids for new fire station buildings
"These are for the two fire stations, one at Meehan-Savoy and an additional one for Toomsuba," Allan Dover, Lauderdale County Fire Services Coordinator said.
"These are for the two fire stations, one at Meehan-Savoy and an additional one for Toomsuba," Allan Dover, Lauderdale County Fire Services Coordinator said.
Mary Dryden
Jan 5, 2016: Hattiesburg American: Council allows HPD to auction seized, surplus items
"I am not a fan of guns — I don't like guns at all," Ward 4 Councilwoman Mary Dryden said. "In a perfect world, we wouldn't have any, and I would love it if we could get rid of every one of them.
"I am not a fan of guns — I don't like guns at all," Ward 4 Councilwoman Mary Dryden said. "In a perfect world, we wouldn't have any, and I would love it if we could get rid of every one of them.
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June 25, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Same-sex couples in Mississippi await Supreme Court ruling
Hinds County Circuit Clerk Barbara Dunn said she anticipates a large number of people, so she's worked out a plan where licenses can be issued in a timely manner, though she's also unsure how she will deal with the gender-specific language on the forms.
Hinds County Circuit Clerk Barbara Dunn said she anticipates a large number of people, so she's worked out a plan where licenses can be issued in a timely manner, though she's also unsure how she will deal with the gender-specific language on the forms.
Oct 8, 2015: SF Chronicle: Hinds County Courthouse could get a facelift
Longtime County Circuit Clerk Barbara Dunn, who took office in 1984, said a leaky roof has been a problem for many years. Dunn, who didn't seek re-election this year, said a good cleaning and painting would go a long way toward improving the courthouse.
Longtime County Circuit Clerk Barbara Dunn, who took office in 1984, said a leaky roof has been a problem for many years. Dunn, who didn't seek re-election this year, said a good cleaning and painting would go a long way toward improving the courthouse.
Benny Dubose
Jan 30, 2020: Meridian Star: Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose resigns
Benny Dubose, the chief of the Meridian Police Department, resigned on Thursday, the city said in a news release.
The MPD veteran served as chief of police from 2002 to 2009, returning to the post in 2014.
Benny Dubose, the chief of the Meridian Police Department, resigned on Thursday, the city said in a news release.
The MPD veteran served as chief of police from 2002 to 2009, returning to the post in 2014.
June 6, 2016: WTOK: MPD chief could face salary cut
The City Council will vote on the proposal to lower Chief Benny Dubose's salary by 15 percent Tuesday morning. That's a cut from $83,500 per year to just under $71,000.
The City Council will vote on the proposal to lower Chief Benny Dubose's salary by 15 percent Tuesday morning. That's a cut from $83,500 per year to just under $71,000.
May 5, 2016: WTOK: Meridian Police Issuing Fewer Tickets
Police Chief Benny Dubose says issuing citations isn't a top priority for the Meridian Police Department.
Police Chief Benny Dubose says issuing citations isn't a top priority for the Meridian Police Department.
Apr 18, 2016: WTOK: Chief Dubose says MPD Getting a Grip on Crime
We are 109 days into the year 2016, and Chief Benny Dubose says 70 guns have already been taken off the streets by Meridian police officers.
We are 109 days into the year 2016, and Chief Benny Dubose says 70 guns have already been taken off the streets by Meridian police officers.
May 19, 2015: WTOK: Former Officer Asks Court to Enforce Its Order
According to the document filed Monday, Meadors has attempted to return to work but was told by Police Chief Benny Dubose that his return must be approved by Mayor Percy Bland. The motion alleges Bland is defying the court's order and is in contempt.
According to the document filed Monday, Meadors has attempted to return to work but was told by Police Chief Benny Dubose that his return must be approved by Mayor Percy Bland. The motion alleges Bland is defying the court's order and is in contempt.
Apr 29, 2015: WTOK: Dubose Comments on Police, Citizen Relationship
Over the past several months isolated incidents with police officers have caused civil unrest in different cities, most recently Baltimore. One of the main topics relating to recent incidents is racial profiling. Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose says these issues do exist, but they also exist for officers.
Over the past several months isolated incidents with police officers have caused civil unrest in different cities, most recently Baltimore. One of the main topics relating to recent incidents is racial profiling. Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose says these issues do exist, but they also exist for officers.
Mar 18, 2015: Meridian Star: Council limits number of pets residents can keep
The amendments do not address dogs who bark excessively and Thomas asked Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose how the department will handle noise complaints. "We will make a request for the complainant to sign an affidavit but this will only occur until after we have warned the owner," Dubose said.
The amendments do not address dogs who bark excessively and Thomas asked Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose how the department will handle noise complaints. "We will make a request for the complainant to sign an affidavit but this will only occur until after we have warned the owner," Dubose said.
Mar 6, 2015: WTOK: MPD Chief Says Plan in Place to Attack Violent Crime
The Meridian Police Dept. and the city of Meridian are working together to figure out how to put a stop to these crimes committed by young people. Chief Benny Dubose says there is a plan. But the outline of that plan is top secret.
The Meridian Police Dept. and the city of Meridian are working together to figure out how to put a stop to these crimes committed by young people. Chief Benny Dubose says there is a plan. But the outline of that plan is top secret.
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Oct 3, 2014: Gulf Live reported that Mississippi's Medicaid enrollment has grown since January. Medicaid director David Dzielak (JELL-ick) told legislative budget writers Friday that the biggest reason for the enrollment increase is a new type of income calculation. Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, all Republicans, oppose Medicaid expansion because they say they don't believe the federal government's promise to pay most of the expenses.