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It’s official: Hood Industries rebuilding in Beaumont, bigger and better than before
New, state-of-the art plywood manufacturing facility represents $200 million investment by the company and 265 direct jobs for the community From Staff Reports A little over a year since a tornado tore through Beaumont destroying homes, churches and the community’s main economic engine, Hood Industries has announced it is building back bigger and better than…
Read MoreSchool officials: threat was a hoax, alleged perpetrator identified
From Staff Reports School and law enforcement officials say they have identified the source of the anonymous threat sent to Richton High School on Tuesday. Supt. of Education Clay Anglin told The Dispatch early Wednesday that a text message was received by RHS Principal Ben Bryan around 2 p.m. Tuesday with a generic reference about…
Read MoreNobles makes formal announcement for re-election as sheriff
Special to The Dispatch __________ This formal statement serves to notify you, the residents of Perry County, of my candidacy for the office of Perry County Sheriff. First, serving as “YOUR” Sheriff for the last seven years has been a pleasure, and I genuinely enjoy giving back to my community. I began my career in…
Read MoreJames Garner Jr. seeking Dist. 4 Supervisor post
Special to The Dispatch __________ Greetings Perry County, My name is James Garner Jr. I am running for Perry County Supervisor Dist. 4. Like most of you, I grew up right here in Perry County. I have worked my whole life. My business is Garner Plumbing. My wife is Amber, and I have three children,…
Read MoreElliot Burch announces bid for State Rep. Dist. 105
From Staff Reports Elliot Burch, a former law enforcement officer and assistant district attorney, has announced his candidacy for the Mississippi Legislature. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for State Representative for Mississippi House District 105, which includes parts of Greene, Perry and George counties,” Burch said in making his announcement. “I am a…
Read MoreJeremy McSwain making case to be next Perry Co. Sheriff
Special to The Dispatch __________ My name is Jeremy McSwain, and I have lived in Perry County for 50 plus years – born and raised here. My father is Reverend Amos McSwain, and my mother is the late Jessie Lee McSwain, and step-mother, Mary Lane McSwain. I am a member of the Miracle Temples Church…
Read MoreJacob Garner announces candidacy for Sheriff
Special to The Dispatch __________ My name is Jacob Garner. I have resided in Perry County for over 46 years. I have been married for 13 years to Shelby Garner. Our children are Lane, Dakota & Merci Lynn. In 2002 I started my career in Law Enforcement with the city of Hattiesburg. I am currently…
Read MoreMitch Kittrell announces bid for Dist. 3 Supervisor’s post
Special to The Dispatch __________ I, Mitch Kittrell, am pleased to announce my candidacy for the office of Supervisor, District Three. As a candidate with honesty, integrity, and experience, I pledge to do my best to make decisions on behalf of all the citizens of District Three and Perry County. I humbly ask for your…
Read MoreEvans kicks off Dist. 3 Supervisor campaign
Special to The Dispatch __________ Longtime Richton resident and businessman Keith Evans has announced his candidacy for the position of Perry County Supervisor for Dist. 3. Evans has been a small business owner and operator in Perry County for over 22 years and has also been active as a community volunteer and as an elected…
Read MoreMarvin Edwards Jr. qualifies for Dist. 3 Supervisor’s race
Special to The Dispatch I, Marvin Edwards Jr., am announcing my candidacy for Perry County Supervisor District Three. I humbly ask for your consideration, support, and vote in the upcoming election. A formal announcement will follow at a later date. Paid Political Advertisement by Marvin Edwards Jr.
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