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State Rep. Orlando Paden wins Clarksdale Democratic mayoral primary runoff

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-04-23 12:55:00

SUMMARY: In the race to replace Clarksdale mayor Chuck Espy, state Rep. Orlando Paden emerged as the Democratic primary runoff winner against Bubba O’Keefe, securing 57.6% of the votes. The initial election narrowed the field from seven candidates, with O’Keefe obtaining the highest percentage initially. Paden’s campaign focused on enhancing public safety, environmental cleanliness, and economic opportunity, funding initiatives for local schools and community college improvements. Following his loss, O’Keefe called for unity in Clarksdale. Paden will now face independent candidates Milton Gardner and Scotty Meredith in the general election on June 3.

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Harrison County sees incumbent council members fall in party runoffs

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www.supertalk.fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-04-23 10:52:00

SUMMARY: In Tuesday’s municipal runoff elections, incumbents in Biloxi and Gulfport were defeated, bringing new faces to city hall. In Biloxi’s Ward 3, Robert “Mike” Nail beat three-term incumbent Dixie Newman, winning 61.7% of the vote. In Gulfport’s Ward 1, Kendal Buckner defeated four-term incumbent Kenneth “Truck” Casey with 60.3% of the vote. Both Nail and Buckner face no opponents in the upcoming general election. In Pass Christian, Alderwoman Betty Sparkman suspended her campaign, though her name remains on the ballot. Other races in Moss Point, Pascagoula, Bay St. Louis, and Diamondhead also concluded with new winners.

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Voters elect new Mississippi House members in special election runoffs

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April 23, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-23 10:02:00

SUMMARY: On Tuesday, Mississippi held municipal primary runoffs and special elections for two House districts due to the deaths of lawmakers Andy Stepp and Charles Young, Jr. In District 23, Perry Bailey leads Colby Bollinger by a narrow margin, with results still pending on affidavit ballots. Bailey, a former lawmaker, lost to Stepp in 2023, while Bollinger is a school board member with conservative views. In District 82, Gregory Elliott won decisively with over 65% of the vote against Joseph Norwood. Elliott, supported by Young’s family, is committed to addressing local challenges but has not yet declared a party affiliation.

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Horhn unseats Lumumba in Democratic primary for Jackson mayor

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April 22, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-22 21:49:00

SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba lost a Democratic runoff to state Sen. John Horhn, despite Lumumba’s endorsements from three former candidates. Horhn, who garnered over $100,000 in campaign donations and significant community support, emphasized the need for change, improved leadership, and increased collaboration with lawmakers. Having served as a state senator for over three decades, he secured funding for key projects in Jackson. Lumumba’s recent federal indictment and low primary vote affected his campaign. Horhn enters the June 3 general election as the frontrunner, facing Republican Kenny Gee and several independents in a traditionally Democratic-controlled city.

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