The following land transactions were filed in Marion County Chancery Court during the week ending Feb. 8:
Feb. 4
• Richard F. Yarborough Jr., Carol Y. Simpson and Abbie Y. Citron to Michael S. Fortenberry and Jessica A. Fortenberry
• Myrtle T. Hollie to Ashley Hollie
The field to replace the retiring Cass Barnes as Marion County chancery clerk has gotten more crowded: District 1 Supervisor Randy Dyess threw his hat in the ring this week.
The Kemper power plant issue drew Sam Britton, a Laurel CPA and investment banker, into politics, where as Southern District public service commissioner he helped craft a settlement to that multi-billion-dollar debacle.
With that over, the Republican has set his sights on a new position, secretary of state.
Editor’s Note: Information printed in the “Fire Report” comes via the responding department(s). The Columbian-Progress will correct any errors. Call Editor Charlie Smith at (601) 736-2611 to request a correction or clarification.
Monday, Feb. 4
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is taking the lead role in the investigation of a man who alleges a Columbia police officer pointed a gun at him during an interview.
A trial is scheduled for March 15 for a Columbia man appealing a misdemeanor conviction that he says was the result of unfair treatment from police.
Myjellious McKenzie filed notice of appeal of the Columbia Municipal Court verdict on Feb. 7 in Marion County Circuit Court.
A special prosecutor has been appointed to hear charges filed against two Columbia police officers by real estate broker Richard Lokey.
Circuit Judge Anthony Mozingo selected Forrest County Prosecuting Attorney Pam Castle to handle the case after Marion County Prosecuting Attorney Lawrence Hahn recused himself.
Editor’s Note: The following people were booked into the Marion County Jail by local law enforcement agencies from Dec. 17 to Dec. 21. The Columbian-Progress will correct any errors. Call Editor Charlie Smith at (601) 736-2611 to request a correction.
Dreary weather is forcing me to stay indoors, but I am comforted by my cherished potted tropical plants. Some, however, are really ugly to visitors, which makes me love ‘em even more.
The following land transactions were filed in Marion County Chancery Court during the week ending Feb. 1:
Jan. 28
• Janice Cox Milam to James Peak and Carol Peak
• Brett Jones LLC to Bullock Family Revocable Trust
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