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Henry Lackey
Mar 24, 2016: Taxpayers Channel: Perkins Appeals McAdams Election Contest Victory
McAdams' attorneys removed the case to federal court, where it languished for 15 months before being sent back to Leflore County Circuit Court for trial. Judge Henry Lackey was appointed to hear the contest.
McAdams' attorneys removed the case to federal court, where it languished for 15 months before being sent back to Leflore County Circuit Court for trial. Judge Henry Lackey was appointed to hear the contest.
angela ladner
Mar 20, 2023: Mississippi Today: Reeves vetoes health insurance bills that experts, watchdogs say would help consumersAs for mistakes in SB 2622, Reeves’ inability to name more than one specific error concerns Angela Ladner, executive director of the Mississippi Psychiatric Association and Mississippi Oncology Society.
“When you say there’s a mistake, you need to be really specific about what you’re talking about,” she said. “As far as content, I’m not sure that there were a lot of mistakes. I think the Department of Insurance worked significantly hard to make sure that the bill was in a format that everybody agreed upon, and that’s why they passed it.”
“When you say there’s a mistake, you need to be really specific about what you’re talking about,” she said. “As far as content, I’m not sure that there were a lot of mistakes. I think the Department of Insurance worked significantly hard to make sure that the bill was in a format that everybody agreed upon, and that’s why they passed it.”
Brandon Ladner |
Aug 19, 2022: WLOX: New details on teen who brought gun to Harrison Central campus
Investigators say the teen, who is charged with bringing a 45 caliber pistol to campus on the second day of class, also had the weapon with him the first day of school. This information came out Wednesday after the teen’s lawyer asked that his $10,000 bond be reduced. Judge Brandon Ladner denied that request after hearing from a Harrison County Sheriff’s investigator.
Investigators say the teen, who is charged with bringing a 45 caliber pistol to campus on the second day of class, also had the weapon with him the first day of school. This information came out Wednesday after the teen’s lawyer asked that his $10,000 bond be reduced. Judge Brandon Ladner denied that request after hearing from a Harrison County Sheriff’s investigator.
Feb 15, 2016: Sun Herald: Sheriff: K9 gets burglary suspect who wouldn't come out
Justice Court Judge Brandon Ladner set his bond at $35,000.
Justice Court Judge Brandon Ladner set his bond at $35,000.
Jan 24, 2016: WLOX: Gulfport police identify teen killed in weekend shooting
Augustine is being held at the Harrison County Adult Detention Facility on a $1 million bond set by Justice Court Judge Brandon Ladner.
Augustine is being held at the Harrison County Adult Detention Facility on a $1 million bond set by Justice Court Judge Brandon Ladner.
Darren "Bo" Ladner |
Mar 31, 2019: Sea Coast Echo: Hancock County supervisor injured while reportedly trying to stop a fight
Hancock County District 5 Supervisor Darrin "Bo" Ladner was injured on Memorial Day while reportedly trying to stop a group of people from fighting.
Ladner was allegedly struck with a tire iron, causing injuries to his head, jaw and collar bone. The incident happened at the Kiln baseball complex.
Hancock County District 5 Supervisor Darrin "Bo" Ladner was injured on Memorial Day while reportedly trying to stop a group of people from fighting.
Ladner was allegedly struck with a tire iron, causing injuries to his head, jaw and collar bone. The incident happened at the Kiln baseball complex.
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.
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.
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.
Dianne Ladner |
April 16, 2019: Gazebo Gazette: LONG BEACH PD ARREST SUSPECT ON BURGLARY & POSSESSION CHARGES
Harsson was transported to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center and incarcerated on a $100,000 total bond set by Justice Court Judge Diane Ladner pending further court action.
Harsson was transported to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center and incarcerated on a $100,000 total bond set by Justice Court Judge Diane Ladner pending further court action.
Jan 22, 2016: Sun Herald: Three teens, parolee accused in drive-by shooting
Justice Court Judges Melvin Ray and Dianne Ladner set their bonds at $100,000 each.
Justice Court Judges Melvin Ray and Dianne Ladner set their bonds at $100,000 each.
Greg Ladner
Sept 19, 2017: Clarion Ledger: Former HPSD interim superintendent Greg Ladner takes job as assistant to Mayor Toby Barker
When Greg Ladner wrapped up his term as interim superintendent of Hattiesburg Public School District in July 2016, the wish he expressed was to fade back into the obscurity from whence he had come.
When Greg Ladner wrapped up his term as interim superintendent of Hattiesburg Public School District in July 2016, the wish he expressed was to fade back into the obscurity from whence he had come.
June 7, 2016: WDAM: HPSD sets date for budget hearing
Interim Superintendent Greg Ladner said in April he will present the board with financial options, but will not give recommendations about how the district should move forward.
Interim Superintendent Greg Ladner said in April he will present the board with financial options, but will not give recommendations about how the district should move forward.
Feb 6, 2016: WLBT: Some Hattiesburg school workers receive salary cuts
Classified employees in the financially troubled Hattiesburg Public School District will be subject to a 5 percent salary cut for the remainder of the 2015-16 school year. That's according to a letter sent Thursday by interim Superintendent Greg Ladner.
Classified employees in the financially troubled Hattiesburg Public School District will be subject to a 5 percent salary cut for the remainder of the 2015-16 school year. That's according to a letter sent Thursday by interim Superintendent Greg Ladner.
Martin Ladner
Jan 4, 2015: WLOX: New year brings new Harrison County board
Beverly Martin, Angel Kibler-Middleton and Kent Jones are the three new faces on the board, joining incumbents Marlin Ladner and Connie Rockco.
Beverly Martin, Angel Kibler-Middleton and Kent Jones are the three new faces on the board, joining incumbents Marlin Ladner and Connie Rockco.
blaine lafontaine
Mar 31, 2019: Sea Coast Echo: Hancock County supervisor injured while reportedly trying to stop a fight
"I have only had confirmation that Mr. Ladner is out of surgery and at home," Board of Supervisors President Blaine LaFontaine said Friday. "At this time I believe the situation is personal not public, and all questions should be answered by Supervisor Ladner. We wish him best in his recovery."
"I have only had confirmation that Mr. Ladner is out of surgery and at home," Board of Supervisors President Blaine LaFontaine said Friday. "At this time I believe the situation is personal not public, and all questions should be answered by Supervisor Ladner. We wish him best in his recovery."
Barry Lambert
Feb 4, 2016: WLOX: Chief: No arrests made in Lucedale shooting
Lucedale police are investigating a shooting that sent one man to the hospital Wednesday night. Chief Barry Lambert said the shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. at 39 South Pine Street.
Lucedale police are investigating a shooting that sent one man to the hospital Wednesday night. Chief Barry Lambert said the shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. at 39 South Pine Street.
Steve Lampton
Mar 7, 2016: Hattiesburg American: Lamar County supervisors adopt spray fields ordinance
The ordinance was put up on a motion by Supervisor Steve Lampton whose district encompasses the proposed spray fields.
The ordinance was put up on a motion by Supervisor Steve Lampton whose district encompasses the proposed spray fields.
Jan 5, 2016: WDAM: Hattiesburg looks to Lamar Co. for wastewater disposal; residents, supervisors oppose
"I can't," said Steve Lampton, District 1 supervisor. " There's just no way I can support that; 95 percent of that spray field is in District 1, and I just cannot see where I'd support that."
"I can't," said Steve Lampton, District 1 supervisor. " There's just no way I can support that; 95 percent of that spray field is in District 1, and I just cannot see where I'd support that."
Ray Laney
Jan 29, 2016: Daily Journal: Judge rules Houlka officer can’t be charged
“Her brother was in court on a DUI charge and we suspected he was intoxicated,” said Houlka Police Chief Ray Laney the day after the arrest. “We were dealing with him, and she became disruptive and the Judge (Garry Turner) told her to leave.”
“Her brother was in court on a DUI charge and we suspected he was intoxicated,” said Houlka Police Chief Ray Laney the day after the arrest. “We were dealing with him, and she became disruptive and the Judge (Garry Turner) told her to leave.”
russ latino
Aug 26, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Lawmakers hear from tax experts as Republicans look to repeal Mississippi's income tax
"I think the No. 1 problem with Mississippi is the lack of opportunity," Russ Latino, president of the conservative policy advocacy group, Empower Mississippi, said Thursday. "People (are) not feeling like they can stay here, invest their lives here and be productive here are leaving. But it would be arrogant to suggest that tax policy does not play a significant role in the opportunity in the state.
"I think the No. 1 problem with Mississippi is the lack of opportunity," Russ Latino, president of the conservative policy advocacy group, Empower Mississippi, said Thursday. "People (are) not feeling like they can stay here, invest their lives here and be productive here are leaving. But it would be arrogant to suggest that tax policy does not play a significant role in the opportunity in the state.
Charles E Lawrence Jr
June 30, 2015: Hattiesburg American: Lawrence leaves legacy of service to Hattiesburg
Not surprisingly, Charles E. Lawrence Jr. admits to having mixed emotions as the curtain comes down on a three-decade career serving the citizens of Hattiesburg in three distinctly different roles.
Not surprisingly, Charles E. Lawrence Jr. admits to having mixed emotions as the curtain comes down on a three-decade career serving the citizens of Hattiesburg in three distinctly different roles.
May 1, 2015: WDAM: Lawrence enters race for new judicial seat
Charles Lawrence, who retired recently as DON city attorney, qualified to run today.
Charles Lawrence, who retired recently as DON city attorney, qualified to run today.
Tony Lawrence
Jan 15, 2016: Sun Herald: Mississippi man indicted in transgender teen's bludgeoning death with hammer
District Attorney Tony Lawrence would not say Friday if the case was still being looked at as a possible hate crime.
District Attorney Tony Lawrence would not say Friday if the case was still being looked at as a possible hate crime.
Jan 13, 2016: Sun Herald: Two headed to prison for selling cocaine in Jackson County
An Alabama man and a Moss Point woman have been sentenced in unrelated drug cases in Jackson County, according to District Attorney Tony Lawrence.
An Alabama man and a Moss Point woman have been sentenced in unrelated drug cases in Jackson County, according to District Attorney Tony Lawrence.
Mike Lazarus
Apr 18, 2016: WAPT: Adams County questions justice court fine collection
Board President Mike Lazarus said he plans to raise the issue at this week's supervisors meeting, the Natchez Democrat reported.
Board President Mike Lazarus said he plans to raise the issue at this week's supervisors meeting, the Natchez Democrat reported.
Feb 5, 2016: WLBT: Adams County to discuss raising smoking age
Currently all Mississippi counties allow the sale of tobacco to 18yearolds, but board president Mike Lazarus says he wants Adam County to be the first in the state to make it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone under 21.
Currently all Mississippi counties allow the sale of tobacco to 18yearolds, but board president Mike Lazarus says he wants Adam County to be the first in the state to make it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone under 21.
Jan 18, 2016: Natchez Democrat: Supervisors to interview school board nominees Tuesday
Supervisors’ President Mike Lazarus said he is looking for someone who can build back the community’s confidence in the schools.
Supervisors’ President Mike Lazarus said he is looking for someone who can build back the community’s confidence in the schools.
franc lee
Feb 16, 2023: Jones Walker: Mississippi Gaming Commission Meeting Report
The Mississippi Gaming Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Jackson office. Executive Director Jay McDaniel and Commissioner Franc Lee were in attendance in person and Commissioner Tom Gresham participated virtually. The following matters were considered:
The Mississippi Gaming Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Jackson office. Executive Director Jay McDaniel and Commissioner Franc Lee were in attendance in person and Commissioner Tom Gresham participated virtually. The following matters were considered:
Jan 12, 2022: Gulf States Gaming Law: 2021 Mississippi Milestones
Newly appointed Gaming Commissioner Franc Lee replaced Commissioner Jerry Griffith, and longtime Commission Executive Director Allen Godfrey retired. The commission named Deputy Director Jay McDaniel as the new executive director.
Newly appointed Gaming Commissioner Franc Lee replaced Commissioner Jerry Griffith, and longtime Commission Executive Director Allen Godfrey retired. The commission named Deputy Director Jay McDaniel as the new executive director.
Anita Lee
Apr 9, 2016 Anita Lee: Sun Herald: DMR records: Mississippi's auditor has it backward
Mar 23, 2016: Anita Lee: Sun Herald: Gulfport kills Lil Boosie outdoor concert; show will go on inside
thomas lehr
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.
harold lewis
Dec 29, 2022: Magnolia State Live: Court: Mississippi sheriff acted lawfully when he decided not to hire former deputy who claims his first amendment rights were violated
Harold Lewis, who served as a deputy in Panola County from 2014 to 2019, had appealed the Fifth Circuit’s District Court decision to reject his First Amendment retaliation claim. Lewis alleged he was not hired by Phelps as a deputy sheriff because he made public statements supporting Dennis Darby, a political opponent of Phelps, and sheriff when Lewis was hired.
Harold Lewis, who served as a deputy in Panola County from 2014 to 2019, had appealed the Fifth Circuit’s District Court decision to reject his First Amendment retaliation claim. Lewis alleged he was not hired by Phelps as a deputy sheriff because he made public statements supporting Dennis Darby, a political opponent of Phelps, and sheriff when Lewis was hired.
Oscar Lewis
Feb 5, 2016: WLBT: New Columbus police chief to begin Feb. 19
Oscar Lewis III, who was chosen from among three finalists for the job on Jan. 19, is currently serving as police chief in Waynesboro.
Oscar Lewis III, who was chosen from among three finalists for the job on Jan. 19, is currently serving as police chief in Waynesboro.
Jan 22, 2016: WDAM: Waynesboro police chief stepping down
According to officials of the Waynesboro Police Department, Chief Oscar Lewis will return to his hometown of Columbus, Mississippi, to serve as police chief.
According to officials of the Waynesboro Police Department, Chief Oscar Lewis will return to his hometown of Columbus, Mississippi, to serve as police chief.
Jan 22, 2016: WLOX: Police Chief Art McClung to remain in Moss Point
The chief applied for a police chief opening in Columbus, MS, because that’s his home town, and his family encouraged him to apply. But, that city hired Oscar Lewis to fill the police chief vacancy.
The chief applied for a police chief opening in Columbus, MS, because that’s his home town, and his family encouraged him to apply. But, that city hired Oscar Lewis to fill the police chief vacancy.
sharma lewis
Sharma Lewis (born 1963) is an American bishop in the United Methodist Church. She was consecrated in 2016, and is the resident bishop of the Mississippi episcopal area. She is the first African American woman to be elected as bishop in the UMC's Southeastern Jurisdictional Conferenc
Sharma Lewis Files
"I know this disaffiliation process has been tough. You aren't being honest if you say that isn't the case," Lewis said. "I wanted after we voted to have a service of blessing. ... It is not blessing them to leave. I am blessing to go and be what God has called them to be. ... I want all of y'all to stay. But I have to have the faith that clergy, laity and faith communities took the time to pray about their next steps. Also, if we are honest, it has been tense. I wanted this to be a time and a space we could put all of that down."
---Bishop Sharma Lewis of the Mississippi United Methodist Conference on the Mississippi United Methodist Conference's eligible voters unanimously agreeing to ratify the disaffiliations of 189 member churches from across the state 6.28.23
---Bishop Sharma Lewis of the Mississippi United Methodist Conference on the Mississippi United Methodist Conference's eligible voters unanimously agreeing to ratify the disaffiliations of 189 member churches from across the state 6.28.23
Joel Lofton
Jan 14, 2023: WJTV: Sumrall to vote on alcohol sale ordinance
Mayor Joel Lofton said the board has narrowed down three separate ordinances into one that it will vote on in February. He said after discussions with neighbors and stakeholders, he believes the board has come up with an ordinance proposal that will have community support.
Mayor Joel Lofton said the board has narrowed down three separate ordinances into one that it will vote on in February. He said after discussions with neighbors and stakeholders, he believes the board has come up with an ordinance proposal that will have community support.
Robert Lee Long [Community Editor for the DeSoto Times-Tribune]
Jan 28, 2016: Robert Lee Long: DeSoto Times: Parker, Massey, Blackwell named to key posts
tiffany longino
Aug 10, 2023:
The marquee race for lieutenant governor went to the GOP incumbent, Delbert Hosemann, as he easily fended off challenges by Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Ellisville, and Tiffany Longino with 51.7% of the unofficial tally statewide. Antizzo says Hosemann was boosted by solid progress statewide with test scores and an improving economic indicators and the polarizing nature of McDaniel. The former U.S. Senate candidate tried to capitalize on the inability of lawmakers to come up with a way to phase out the state's income tax. "I don't think that there was anything, really, that you can get upset with Hosemann about," Antizzo said. "I know that McDaniel was really trying to stoke the anger about the fact that the income tax repeal got stalled." Hosemann racked up huge wins in suburban GOP strongholds such as Rankin (57.5% of the vote according to unofficial results) and Madison (66.6%) counties in central Mississippi. He also dominated on the Gulf Coast, winning Harrison County with 56.4% according to unofficial results and neighboring Jackson County with 57.3%. - The Center Square: Favorites roll in Mississippi primary elections with few upsets 8.10.23
The marquee race for lieutenant governor went to the GOP incumbent, Delbert Hosemann, as he easily fended off challenges by Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Ellisville, and Tiffany Longino with 51.7% of the unofficial tally statewide. Antizzo says Hosemann was boosted by solid progress statewide with test scores and an improving economic indicators and the polarizing nature of McDaniel. The former U.S. Senate candidate tried to capitalize on the inability of lawmakers to come up with a way to phase out the state's income tax. "I don't think that there was anything, really, that you can get upset with Hosemann about," Antizzo said. "I know that McDaniel was really trying to stoke the anger about the fact that the income tax repeal got stalled." Hosemann racked up huge wins in suburban GOP strongholds such as Rankin (57.5% of the vote according to unofficial results) and Madison (66.6%) counties in central Mississippi. He also dominated on the Gulf Coast, winning Harrison County with 56.4% according to unofficial results and neighboring Jackson County with 57.3%. - The Center Square: Favorites roll in Mississippi primary elections with few upsets 8.10.23
Ronny Lott
Jan 6, 2016: Madison County Journal: AG opinion needed for election attorney
Chancery Clerk Ronny Lott confirmed to the board that he was not in possession of a contract for Evans and minutes from the December board meeting do not reflect a contract including rate of pay or scope of work were approved.
Chancery Clerk Ronny Lott confirmed to the board that he was not in possession of a contract for Evans and minutes from the December board meeting do not reflect a contract including rate of pay or scope of work were approved.
jim luke
March 20, 2022: Picayune Item: School Board seat remains vacant, Council sells two industrial park lots
An empty seat on the Picayune School District’s Board of Trustees that has been vacant for nearly a year, will remain vacant after a nomination submitted by Frank Ford Tuesday night did not gain a unanimous vote. While every member of the Council was in attendance during Tuesday’s meeting, two voting members had to recuse themselves from the matter; Picayune School District teacher and Council member Anna Turnage and part time/substitute teacher and Mayor Jim Luke.
An empty seat on the Picayune School District’s Board of Trustees that has been vacant for nearly a year, will remain vacant after a nomination submitted by Frank Ford Tuesday night did not gain a unanimous vote. While every member of the Council was in attendance during Tuesday’s meeting, two voting members had to recuse themselves from the matter; Picayune School District teacher and Council member Anna Turnage and part time/substitute teacher and Mayor Jim Luke.
Aug 17, 2022; Picayune Item: Luke informs public that he notified city’s trial attorney Councilor’s son was on jury
Mayor Jim Luke clarified during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that he knew the son of a Councilor had been selected to serve on a jury of a case involving the city and corrected previous coverage by the Item that stated no one reported that fact.
Mayor Jim Luke clarified during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that he knew the son of a Councilor had been selected to serve on a jury of a case involving the city and corrected previous coverage by the Item that stated no one reported that fact.
chokwe antar lumumba
July 7, 2023: WLBT: Judge denies city’s request for more ‘transparency’ regarding water
“Our responsibility is to make sure that we deliver on the promise that we’ve made to residents, that we’re going to give them a better system,” Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said outside the federal courthouse. “In order to deliver on that we have to be transparent. We have to know who you’re working with. We have to know who is benefiting from those contracts.”
“Our responsibility is to make sure that we deliver on the promise that we’ve made to residents, that we’re going to give them a better system,” Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said outside the federal courthouse. “In order to deliver on that we have to be transparent. We have to know who you’re working with. We have to know who is benefiting from those contracts.”
Chokwe Antar Lumumba
“Our responsibility is to make sure that we deliver on the promise that we’ve made to residents, that we’re going to give them a better system. In order to deliver on that we have to be transparent. We have to know who you’re working with. We have to know who is benefiting from those contracts.”
--Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba; WLBT; 7.7.23
--Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba; WLBT; 7.7.23
May 26, 2023: WXXV: Body-cam footage shows indicted ex-police officers laughing at man who died in their custody
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said at Wednesday’s news conference that the city was now releasing body-camera footage because a Mississippi Bureau of Investigation probe of the death had been completed. The officers — all ex-members of the Jackson Police Department — were indicted on May 12.
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said at Wednesday’s news conference that the city was now releasing body-camera footage because a Mississippi Bureau of Investigation probe of the death had been completed. The officers — all ex-members of the Jackson Police Department — were indicted on May 12.
March 29, 2023: Wyatt Emmerich: The Dispatch: New initiative law should allow balance of power
Mayor Chokwe Lumumba’s stubbornness and/or incompetence is truly extraordinary and continues to cause harm to its citizens.
Having lost a unanimous state supreme court decision, Lumumba still refuses to cede any power to the city council which is 4-3 against the mayor’s firing of Waste Management and installation of Richard’s Disposal for garbage collection.
Mayor Chokwe Lumumba’s stubbornness and/or incompetence is truly extraordinary and continues to cause harm to its citizens.
Having lost a unanimous state supreme court decision, Lumumba still refuses to cede any power to the city council which is 4-3 against the mayor’s firing of Waste Management and installation of Richard’s Disposal for garbage collection.
April 6, 2023: Clarion Ledger: City council's case against mayor over garbage contract gets a hearing date. What we know
A lawsuit filed by the Jackson City Council against Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba over the city's garbage contract will have a hearing at 8 a.m. April 17, councilmembers involved in the case said in a Thursday afternoon press conference.
A lawsuit filed by the Jackson City Council against Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba over the city's garbage contract will have a hearing at 8 a.m. April 17, councilmembers involved in the case said in a Thursday afternoon press conference.
Mar 9, 2023: Magnolia State Live: Court: Mississippi mayor wrong in veto of disputed contract
The mayor of Mississippi’s capital city acted improperly when he tried to veto a garbage-collection contract the city council had rejected, the state Supreme Court ruled Thursday. In an 8-0 decision, the high court agreed with a judge’s ruling last year in a dispute between Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and the Jackson City Council. Justices wrote that “a mayor may only veto an ordinance that has been adopted by the City Council.”
The mayor of Mississippi’s capital city acted improperly when he tried to veto a garbage-collection contract the city council had rejected, the state Supreme Court ruled Thursday. In an 8-0 decision, the high court agreed with a judge’s ruling last year in a dispute between Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and the Jackson City Council. Justices wrote that “a mayor may only veto an ordinance that has been adopted by the City Council.”