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James Garner thanks Dist. 4 voters
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, James Garner, would like to thank the voters of Dist. 4 in Perry County for the support you gave me in the primary election. It was an honor getting out into the district meeting and talking with you. Again, thank you. James Garner Paid political advertisement by James…
Read MoreJacob Garner thanks voters, asks for continued support
Special to The Dispatch __________ My family and I would like to sincerely thank everyone for your prayers and support in the primary election. It was a hard-fought race. For those who voted for me, I can’t thank you enough. For those who voted for my opponent, I humbly ask for your vote and support…
Read MoreOfficial election results show every vote does count
Walters is outright winner in Dist. 5 after final votes tallied. Endorsement in sheriff’s race creates stir. From Staff Reports __________ Anyone who says a single vote doesn’t count, needs to take a look at the race for the Dist. 5 seat on the Perry County Board of Supervisors. Election officials, candidates and interested voters…
Read MoreMarvin Edwards Jr. asks for support in runoff election for Perry County Supervisor in Dist. 3
Special to the Dispatch I want to begin by thanking every person that voted in the Primary Election on Aug. 8. Without your vote, I would not be here. I am humbled by the many encouraging conversations that I have had over the past five months. I have strong conservative Christian values, and I am…
Read MoreShows makes case for re-election as Dist 2 Supervisor
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Kevin Shows, want to thank everyone for their continued support as your Perry County Supervisor, District 2. As a lifelong and permanent resident of District 2, I have enjoyed serving the past three terms as your supervisor. I am proud of the progress our district has made over the…
Read MoreJames Garner making push for Dist. 4 position on Board of Supervisors
Special to The Dispatch __________ I am James Garner Jr., and I am running for Perry County Supervisor District 4. I am married with three wonderful kids, and one beautiful granddaughter. I own Garner Plumbing, and I work hard day in and day out to create a life for my family. I will work for…
Read MoreKeith Evans seeks election as District 3 Supervisor
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Keith Evans, am seeking the office of Supervisor for Dist. 3 of Perry County. As a longtime Richton resident and businessman, I am seeking to serve as your Supervisor to improve, develop and move forward our district and our county. I am married to Nancy Evans, and together we…
Read MoreJoel Garner seeks voter support in race for Dist. 2 Supervisor
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Joel Garner, am a Republican candidate for District 2, Perry County Supervisor. I am a life long resident of Perry County. I have been married for 26 years to my wife, Christy Garner, and we have three sons that graduated from Perry Central High School. I would like to…
Read MoreMorrison makes bid to voters for Post 1 Justice Court Judge position
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Meka Sigrest Morrison, am pleased to announce my candidacy for Perry County Justice Court Judge, Post 1. I am a life-long resident of Runnelstown and graduated from Richton High School. I started my career working with the Forrest/Perry County District Attorney’s office in 1995. I also worked with various…
Read MoreSTEPPIN’ UP… stages keep getting bigger for local group of youth cloggers
Step It Up Cloggers perform at Grand Ole Opry ANNETTE HARVISON Dispatch Staff __________ Several local young ladies made their way to Nashville on Wednesday to experience the once-in-a lifetime chance to perform on the Grand Ole Opry stage, with Chapel Hart, and they will perform with the group at the Killebrew Rodeo in Jackson…
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