Butch Raby
May 5, 2016: Picayune Item: Aldermen tackle tattoo parlor and facility repair
In another matter, O’Neal said the board discussed the problems with the current police department facility. Poplarville Police Chief Butch Raby told the board there is a problem with the A/C compressor and there are other major electrical problems in the building, O’Neal said. The board took no action on the matter but are seeking quotes.
In another matter, O’Neal said the board discussed the problems with the current police department facility. Poplarville Police Chief Butch Raby told the board there is a problem with the A/C compressor and there are other major electrical problems in the building, O’Neal said. The board took no action on the matter but are seeking quotes.
Don Raby [Poplarville, Mississippi Police Chief]
June 6, 2016: Picayune Item: Poplarville swears in new city clerk and police chief
Tuesday, the Poplarville Board of Aldermen began the first board meeting of 2016 with the swearing in of city clerk Jane O’Neal and Poplarville Police Chief Don “Butch” Raby by Poplarville Mayor Brad Necaise.
Tuesday, the Poplarville Board of Aldermen began the first board meeting of 2016 with the swearing in of city clerk Jane O’Neal and Poplarville Police Chief Don “Butch” Raby by Poplarville Mayor Brad Necaise.
Donald Rafferty [Bay St Louis, Mississippi City Attorney]
Feb 5, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Mayor intends to veto bond use to replace DOJ funds
Council members voted 7-0 Tuesday to transfer the funds from the city's reserves, but then authorized city attorney Donald Rafferty to file a bond claim against Mayor Les Fillingame, former city clerks Katherine Smith and David Kolf, and the city's auditors Wright Ward, and Hatten and Guel. Council members said it was an attempt to recoup the money so that the burden was not left on the taxpayers back.
Council members voted 7-0 Tuesday to transfer the funds from the city's reserves, but then authorized city attorney Donald Rafferty to file a bond claim against Mayor Les Fillingame, former city clerks Katherine Smith and David Kolf, and the city's auditors Wright Ward, and Hatten and Guel. Council members said it was an attempt to recoup the money so that the burden was not left on the taxpayers back.
Jan 8, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Auditors explain review of Bay files
A few of the council members renewed their complaints about a lack of a sufficient service contract between the city and city attorney Donald Rafferty.
A few of the council members renewed their complaints about a lack of a sufficient service contract between the city and city attorney Donald Rafferty.
Henry Randle [Aberdeen, Mississippi Police Chief]
Jan 13, 2016: Monroe County Journal: Aberdeen Police Department seeks person of interest in shooting
According to Aberdeen Police Chief Henry Randle, Charles Courtney Thompson, 41, is being sought as a person of interest in the shooting case that left 50-year-old Troy Weaver dead Wednesday morning and sent Weaver’s oldest son to the North Mississippi Medical Center.
According to Aberdeen Police Chief Henry Randle, Charles Courtney Thompson, 41, is being sought as a person of interest in the shooting case that left 50-year-old Troy Weaver dead Wednesday morning and sent Weaver’s oldest son to the North Mississippi Medical Center.
Jan 13, 2016: Monroe County Jounral: Shooting suspect arrested
According to Aberdeen Police Chief Henry Randle, Charles Courtney Thompson was arrested at approximately 4 p.m. Wednesday in connection to a shooting earlier in the day at Cullum Apartments.
According to Aberdeen Police Chief Henry Randle, Charles Courtney Thompson was arrested at approximately 4 p.m. Wednesday in connection to a shooting earlier in the day at Cullum Apartments.
Dec 16, 2015: WTVA: Aberdeen alderman OK body camera, alcohol policies
Aldermen adopted the policy at the recommendation of Chief Henry Randle. The city has had the cameras for several weeks but did not have a policy. But, problems in Columbus with officers not properly using their cameras, helped speed up Aberdeen’s decision.
Aldermen adopted the policy at the recommendation of Chief Henry Randle. The city has had the cameras for several weeks but did not have a policy. But, problems in Columbus with officers not properly using their cameras, helped speed up Aberdeen’s decision.
Theresa Ratliff
Jan 28, 2016: WAPT: New foster care director details system changes
Since Chandler is from the state of Mississippi, he is in a better position to really identify our needs and look at the areas we need to improve in and make sure our children are taken care of and moved through the foster care system," Mississippi Child Welfare Conference Chairman Dr. Theresa Ratliff said.
Since Chandler is from the state of Mississippi, he is in a better position to really identify our needs and look at the areas we need to improve in and make sure our children are taken care of and moved through the foster care system," Mississippi Child Welfare Conference Chairman Dr. Theresa Ratliff said.
Hurley Ray
Dec 15, 2015: Gulf Live: Gautier leaders ban keeping animals in vacant, unoccupied dwellings
Neighborhood complaints of nuisance noise and bad odors prompted the action that was approved by all but Councilman Hurley Ray
Neighborhood complaints of nuisance noise and bad odors prompted the action that was approved by all but Councilman Hurley Ray
Melvin Ray
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.
Whit Read [Clarksdale, Mississippi Police Chief]
Mar 26, 2015: WLBT: 19-year-old facing charges in Clarksdale murder
Clarksdale Police Chief Whit Read says the murder took place after an altercation between several individuals, but declined to say if any were related to the Messenger family.
Clarksdale Police Chief Whit Read says the murder took place after an altercation between several individuals, but declined to say if any were related to the Messenger family.
Ron Rech
May 20, 2016: Diamondhead: Diamondhead Secures $1.7 million in Grants for City Initiatives
Councilman Ron Rech, who regularly attends the Hancock County Board of Supervisors meetings to enhance communications between the city and the county, provided a report. The Kapalama replacement bridge work should begin by June 1; and, the East Hancock Library should reopen this summer.
Councilman Ron Rech, who regularly attends the Hancock County Board of Supervisors meetings to enhance communications between the city and the county, provided a report. The Kapalama replacement bridge work should begin by June 1; and, the East Hancock Library should reopen this summer.
Clovis Reed
May 20, 2016: Diamondhead: Diamondhead Secures $1.7 million in Grants for City Initiatives
Over the past three years, the City of Diamondhead has secured $1.7 million in grants for City initiatives as presented by City Manager Clovis Reed during the May 17th city council meeting. This was made possible through the efforts of Diamondhead elected officials and staff working in concert with state agencies and the legislature. The city match for these projects is estimated at only $600,000 for a total project value of nearly $2.3 million.
Over the past three years, the City of Diamondhead has secured $1.7 million in grants for City initiatives as presented by City Manager Clovis Reed during the May 17th city council meeting. This was made possible through the efforts of Diamondhead elected officials and staff working in concert with state agencies and the legislature. The city match for these projects is estimated at only $600,000 for a total project value of nearly $2.3 million.
May 10, 2016: Sea Coast Echo: Diamondhead City Council asks state for performance audit
The Diamondhead City Council on Tuesday approved several actions that had been taken by City Manager Clovis Reed over the past 18 months, apparently without council approval, and--at Reed's request--the council will seek a performance audit from the state auditor's office.
The Diamondhead City Council on Tuesday approved several actions that had been taken by City Manager Clovis Reed over the past 18 months, apparently without council approval, and--at Reed's request--the council will seek a performance audit from the state auditor's office.
Fred Reeves
Mar 2, 2016: WDAM: Nearly 50 Mississippi mayors endorse Clinton
Mayor of Port Gibson, Fred Reeves
Mayor of Port Gibson, Fred Reeves
Bobby Richardson
Jan 30, 2016: Fourth Ward Cleaver: What's Up, Waveland? - February 2016
Waveland Mayor Mike Smith, Alderman Bobby Richardson and I recently attended the Mississippi Municipal League’s 2016 Mid-Winter Legislative Conference in Jackson, Mississippi.
Waveland Mayor Mike Smith, Alderman Bobby Richardson and I recently attended the Mississippi Municipal League’s 2016 Mid-Winter Legislative Conference in Jackson, Mississippi.
Joseph Richardson
Nov 4, 2015: Monroe Journal: New and existing faces to fill county seats following election results
For the county supervisors race, Democrat Joseph Richardson will serve as District 1 supervisor after defeating Republican Gregg Kennedy. Richardson received 1,480 votes, or 61.98 percent, compared to Kennedy’s 904 votes, or 37.86 percent.
For the county supervisors race, Democrat Joseph Richardson will serve as District 1 supervisor after defeating Republican Gregg Kennedy. Richardson received 1,480 votes, or 61.98 percent, compared to Kennedy’s 904 votes, or 37.86 percent.
Wade Ricks
Feb 9, 2016: WTOK: Collinsville On the Road to Long Recovery
"It really is amazing to see how many people came to Collinsville in the Lauderdale County area," Collinsville First Baptist Church Pastor Wade Ricks said.
"It really is amazing to see how many people came to Collinsville in the Lauderdale County area," Collinsville First Baptist Church Pastor Wade Ricks said.
Camille Roberts
Jan 3, 2016: Daily Journal: Ready to go to work: Newly elected county officials jump right in Monday
Camille M. Roberts has spent the last 15 years working in the Lee County Justice Center, but Jan. 4 will mark her first day as Circuit Clerk, overseeing multiple courts and a dozen employees.
Camille M. Roberts has spent the last 15 years working in the Lee County Justice Center, but Jan. 4 will mark her first day as Circuit Clerk, overseeing multiple courts and a dozen employees.
Laurie Bertram Roberts
Edwin Robinson
Feb 24, 2016: Jackson Free Press: Durant Superintendent Not Allowed to Speak on His District’s Consolidation
Edwin Robinson, superintendent of Durant Public School District, has his back turned to the doorway of the Senate gallery, so he doesn't immediately notice the children, some dressed in green and white hoodies, trooping from the entrance behind him. But even with his back turned, they recognize him. Several pairs of eyes trail the stiff line of his shoulders, his tense posture. Several children wave, nudge their neighbors in line—"It's Mr. Robinson!"—before trailing around the corner, continuing their tour of the Capitol.
Edwin Robinson, superintendent of Durant Public School District, has his back turned to the doorway of the Senate gallery, so he doesn't immediately notice the children, some dressed in green and white hoodies, trooping from the entrance behind him. But even with his back turned, they recognize him. Several pairs of eyes trail the stiff line of his shoulders, his tense posture. Several children wave, nudge their neighbors in line—"It's Mr. Robinson!"—before trailing around the corner, continuing their tour of the Capitol.
Jean Robinson
Nov 4, 2015: Monroe Journal: New and existing faces to fill county seats following election results
Jean Robinson ran unopposed for the District 4 Monroe County Board of Education seat, which is nonpartisan; and for Nettleton School District 5, James Malone ran unopposed for the nonpartisan seat.
Jean Robinson ran unopposed for the District 4 Monroe County Board of Education seat, which is nonpartisan; and for Nettleton School District 5, James Malone ran unopposed for the nonpartisan seat.
Myra Robinson
Feb 3, 2016:Myra Robinson: Gulf Live: Moss Point residents experiencing discolored water during city repairs, but water is safe
Percy Robinson
Mar 2, 2016: WDAM: Nearly 50 Mississippi mayors endorse Clinton
Mayor of Summit, Percy Robinson
Mayor of Summit, Percy Robinson
Brad Rogers [Pearl, Mississippi Mayor]
Jan 15, 2015: Mississippi Business Journal: Critics say Pearl out to eliminate mobile homes and apartments – not safeguard them
Mayor Brad Rogers, who is in his second 4-year term, is an enthusiastic supporter of the new land-use rules Bobo has proposed. “I see it as bringing our rental housing into good code,” he said in an interview Monday.
Mayor Brad Rogers, who is in his second 4-year term, is an enthusiastic supporter of the new land-use rules Bobo has proposed. “I see it as bringing our rental housing into good code,” he said in an interview Monday.
Cora Rogers
Feb 6, 2016: Hattiesberg American: Lumberton board welcomes new alderman
Alderwoman Cora Rogers was ill. Once a quorum was present, Mayor Kent Crider explained, because only one applicant for Ward 1 alderman had qualified, state officials said a special election was not required.
Alderwoman Cora Rogers was ill. Once a quorum was present, Mayor Kent Crider explained, because only one applicant for Ward 1 alderman had qualified, state officials said a special election was not required.
Tony Roper
Jan 3, 2016: Daily Journal: Ready to go to work: Newly elected county officials jump right in Monday
At the same time, Tony Roper and Mike Smith will begin their tenures as Lee County supervisors with their first board meeting at 9 a.m.
At the same time, Tony Roper and Mike Smith will begin their tenures as Lee County supervisors with their first board meeting at 9 a.m.
Charlie Ross
Dec 9, 2015: Madison County Journal: PERRY/Presidential primaries
Bush previously released a list of supporters in Mississippi including, among others, State Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, former state Senators Merle Flowers of Southaven and Charlie Ross of Brandon, former Mississippi Republican Party Chairmen Jim Herring and Clarke Reed, and MSU "First Lady" Rhonda Keenum. Austin Barbour of Jackson is serving as a senior advisor to the Bush campaign.
Bush previously released a list of supporters in Mississippi including, among others, State Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, former state Senators Merle Flowers of Southaven and Charlie Ross of Brandon, former Mississippi Republican Party Chairmen Jim Herring and Clarke Reed, and MSU "First Lady" Rhonda Keenum. Austin Barbour of Jackson is serving as a senior advisor to the Bush campaign.
Chas Rowland
Nov 11, 2014: Bapist News Global: Baptist preacher breaks ranks on gay rights
Chas Rowland, pastor of Bovina Baptist Church in Vicksburg, Miss., told Baptist Press the HRC campaign is an attempt to use spokespersons claiming to be Southern Baptists to “normalize” homosexuality in a way that does not align with the majority view. “There is no doubt where Mississippi Baptists stand,” said Rowland, a board member of Mississippi Baptists’ Christian Action Commission. "We affirm biblical marriage."
Chas Rowland, pastor of Bovina Baptist Church in Vicksburg, Miss., told Baptist Press the HRC campaign is an attempt to use spokespersons claiming to be Southern Baptists to “normalize” homosexuality in a way that does not align with the majority view. “There is no doubt where Mississippi Baptists stand,” said Rowland, a board member of Mississippi Baptists’ Christian Action Commission. "We affirm biblical marriage."
David Ruffin
Mar 2, 2016: WDAM: Nearly 50 Mississippi mayors endorse Clinton
Mayor of Doddsville, David Ruffin
Mayor of Doddsville, David Ruffin
Karen Ruhr
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.
Steve Rushing
Apr 14, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Man shot after allegedly rushing Lincoln deputies with a gun
Sheriff Steve Rushing said two deputies were responding to a call of a disturbance around 6 a.m. when a man ran from the home with a weapon pointed at them.
Sheriff Steve Rushing said two deputies were responding to a call of a disturbance around 6 a.m. when a man ran from the home with a weapon pointed at them.
Ron Rychiak [University of Mississippi Professor]
Jan 19, 2015: Paul Gallo: Super Talk Mississippi: BELIEVE NOTHING YOU HEAR AND ONLY HALF OF WHAT YOU SEE!
One of my frequent guests on the GalloShow has been University of Mississippi Professor Ron Rychlak. His books have been a great refresher to this subject-none more so than his latest book, “Disinformation”. In the book, he revealed that the Communist movement had more agents employed in the task of disinformation than they did in their army.
One of my frequent guests on the GalloShow has been University of Mississippi Professor Ron Rychlak. His books have been a great refresher to this subject-none more so than his latest book, “Disinformation”. In the book, he revealed that the Communist movement had more agents employed in the task of disinformation than they did in their army.