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Tim Wise seeking re-election as Dist. 3 Supervisor
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Tim Wise, a Christian father, grandfather, cattle farmer and businessman, am a Republican candidate for the office of Supervisor in District 3 of Perry County. I am a businessman with over 30 years’ experience. I have been instrumental in bringing three commercial enterprises to the area within the last…
Read MoreLocal man dies following crash in police chase
From Staff Reports __________ A 50-year-old Perry County man died Tuesday not long after crashing a motorcycle during a high-speed chase involving law enforcement. According to County Coroner Mike Malone, Henry Edward ‘Eddie’ Pittman, of Beaumont, was pronounced dead at Perry County General Hospital shortly after 9 p.m. Tuesday. Pittman arrived at the hospital by…
Read MoreDr. John Beaman celebrating 40 years caring for patients in Richton
By ANNETTE HARVISON Dispatch Staff __________ For the past 40 years, a doctor in Perry County has been keeping his patients healthy and thriving, to the best of his ability. Over that period, his approach to healthcare has made an impact in the area, as he continues to stay busy with patients and has no plans…
Read MoreLocal man remains in jail on attempted murder charge after shooting last Thursday in Richton
From Staff Reports ________ A 29-year-old Richton man remains in police custody charged with attempted murder after a shooting incident in Richton last week. Thomas Leon Earwood was taken into custody by local authorities at a residence off Eastside Drive last Friday. Earwood is being charged with attempted murder in connection to a shooting at…
Read MoreMaking a Difference … Perry County resident on a quest to fight hunger in the community
By ANNETTE HARVISON Dispatch Staff __________ One Perry County resident saw a need in the county and set out to make a difference in the lives of her friends and neighbors. Destiny Brewer said she had a calling to do something in the community. She knows there are lots of struggling families right now, and some…
Read MoreTim Odom makes formal bid for re-election as Justice Court Judge
Special to The Dispatch __________ The people of Perry County deserve justice court judges who are experienced and treat every case they preside over with honesty and fairness. Judge Tim Odom has all of those qualities and has put them to work for his friends and neighbors in Perry County for over 20 years as…
Read MoreJason Mayo declares candidacy for Dist. 3 Supervisor position
Special to The Dispatch __________ My name is Jason Mayo and I am seeking the office of Supervisor for District 3 in Perry County. Perry County has been my home for the past 45 years. I have been happily married to my wife Denise for 26 years. We have three children – Payton, Brayley and…
Read MoreKevin Shows seeking 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 resident of District 2, I have enjoyed serving the past three terms as your supervisor. Again, I am humbly asking for your support and vote in the upcoming…
Read MoreGarner seeking voter support in bid for Dist. 2 Supervisor post
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Joel Garner, have been approved as a Republican candidate for District 2 Supervisor, Perry County. I would like to take this time to ask for your vote and support in the August Primary Elections. Thank you, Joel Garner Paid Political Advertisement by Joel Garner
Read MoreTim Wise announces re-election campaign for Dist. 3 Supervisor
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Tim Wise, am seeking re-election as Republican candidacy for the office of Supervisor, District 3, Perry County. Your vote, support, and prayers as I embark on this endeavor will be greatly appreciated. Thank you and God bless you all. Tim Wise (601)788-7011 Paid Political Advertisment by…
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