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Special judge appointed to determine Gunasekara’s eligibility as PSC candidate

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2 years ago

February 28, 2023

A special judge has been appointed to determine if Mandy Gunasekara is eligible to run for Northern District Public Service Commissioner, despite the Mississippi GOP deeming her a qualified candidate.

Copiah County judge Lamar Pickard will decide the candidate’s eligibility following a residency challenge filed by DeSoto County attorney Matthew Barton, which alleges that Gunasekara has not lived in Mississippi for at least five years before the date of the election.

Gunasekara, who formerly served as chief of staff at the Environmental Protection Agency under former President Donald Trump, was being questioned regarding public records that showed she and her husband had received a homestead reduction on property taxes in Washington, D.C. in 2021.

According to the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office, candidates for PSC must live in-state for at least five years before the date of the election.

Gunasekara, who has maintained that her primary address…

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By: Caleb Salers
Title: Special judge appointed to determine Gunasekara’s eligibility as PSC candidate
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/special-judge-appointed-to-determine-gunasekaras-eligibility-as-psc-candidate/
Published Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:03:10 +0000

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Ole Miss women get pair of double-doubles and roll to 83-65 March Madness win over Ball State

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2 weeks ago

March 22, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-03-22 09:03:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin found solace in returning to a different arena in Waco, Texas, following a disappointing previous tournament experience. The No. 5 seed Ole Miss Rebels redeemed themselves with an 83-65 victory over 12th-seeded Ball State in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Starr Jacobs led the Rebels with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kennedy Todd-Williams and Madison Scott each scored 15 points. Ole Miss dominated rebounding, leading 52-32, and will face fourth-seeded Baylor next. Coach McPhee-McCuin noted the team’s evolution since their last visit and the significance of playing in Texas, where Jacobs feels at home.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 21-23

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2 weeks ago

March 21, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-21 08:59:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 21-23), Mississippi offers a range of exciting events. Highlights include Hal’s Marching MALfunction Second Line Stomp and Jessie Robinson’s blues performance in Jackson, as well as the Natchez Food & Wine Festival and the Natchez Little Theatre’s production of *This Side of Crazy*. There are also numerous exhibitions like *Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South* in Jackson and *Gold in the Hills* in Vicksburg. Other events include the 48th Annual Crawfish Classic Tennis Tournament in Hattiesburg, karaoke nights in Laurel, and a variety of family-friendly activities across the state.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 14-16

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3 weeks ago

March 14, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-14 07:26:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 14-16) in Mississippi offers a variety of events. In Jackson, iconic saxophonist Boney James performs at the convention center, while the JXN Food & Wine festival showcases culinary talents. The LeFleur Museum District hosts a “Week of Wonder,” and several exhibitions, including “Of Salt and Spirit,” celebrate Black quilters. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage tours, a reenactment of Annie Stewart’s story, and a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. In Hattiesburg, comedian Rob Schneider performs, and various events like a St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl and a talent show will take place throughout the area.

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