Aug 4, 2015: Sun Herald: South Mississippi appears ready to return its legislators
Deborah Dawkins won the Democratic Party and will face Republican Walter Crapps in the general.

Mar 6, 2015: Sea Coast Echo: List of candidates for state-wide offices finalized
In District 48, which covers Pass Christian, incumbent Deborah Dawkins will face off against Joseph Piernas in the Democratic primary. The winner will take on Walter Crapps (R) in the general election.