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Thomas Howard: In defense of Gov. Tate Reeves
By THOMAS HOWARD
Tue,04/28/20-2:10PM , 20,107 Reads
No, the headline for this week’s column is not a mistake. I am writing in defense of Governor Tate Reeves and his decision to partially reopen our state’s economy.
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Resolution allows for suspension of 16th section land payments
By THOMAS HOWARD
Thu,04/23/20-9:00AM , 20,242 Reads
Leaseholders of 16th section land belonging to Newton Municipal School District will have an additional tool to help with coronavirus-related job loss or finance issues after the Board of Trustees adopted Thursday a resolution to suspend payments.
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Aldermen approve body cameras
By THOMAS HOWARD
Thu,04/23/20-6:00AM , 20,079 Reads
The Newton Board of Aldermen has agreed to spend $4,550 to purchase five body cameras from Watch Guard for the police department.

The aldermen considered two bids, the Watch Guard quote for five cameras and a $7,095 quote from Digital Ally for 10 body cameras.
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County to help neighbors with storm damage
By THOMAS HOWARD
Thu,04/23/20-6:00AM , 19,994 Reads
Equipment and manpower from each of Newton County’s five beats may soon be on the way to neighboring counties to help clear debris from recent storms.
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