Two candidates running for state office are preparing to debate in Hattiesburg. Mississippi Secretary of State candidates Democrat Johnny Dupree and Republican Michael Watson are set to battle it out in their own debate, set for next Thursday at William…
The Secretary of State's office plays a crucial role in our state's elections, regulation of businesses, and administration of public lands, among other functions. Two South Mississippians -- one, Democrat Johnny Dupree, and the other, Republican Michael Watson -- are…
William Carey University in Hattiesburg is setting the stage for a Secretary of State Candidates Forum on October 3. With the general election coming up on November 5, Mississippi's two Secretary of State candidates, democrat Johnny Dupree of Hattiesburg and…
State Sen. Michael Watson of Hurley has won the Republican nomination for Mississippi secretary of state. The 41-year-old lawyer beat southern district Public Service Commissioner Sam Britton of Laurel. Watson will face former Hattiesburg Mayor Johnny DuPree in November after…
Three people died in wrecks on Mississippi highways during the July 4th holiday period. Mississippi Highway Patrol says that on Sunday night, 56-year-old Wilbert Demus of Bentonia was driving south of Mississippi 433 when his car left the road and…
State lawmakers say a Donald Trump Presidency will be good for Mississippi. Legislators tell News 25, Governor Phil Bryant built a close relationship with the President Elect campaigning for him in a few states during the election. They say Trump…