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Tuesday’s primary election: What to know

Published

3 years ago

June 2, 2022

Mississippi midterms: Vote Tuesday

by Geoff Pender, Mississippi Today
June 2, 2022

Mississippi is one of seven states with midterm congressional party primaries on Tuesday, June 7, as Democrats and Republicans battle for control of the U.S. House and Senate.

Most prognostication is that Mississippi’s four congressional seats — one held by a Democrat and three by Republicans — are not expected to change party control. Only one race, District 4 in south Mississippi, is considered highly competitive, but all incumbents have at least one primary challenger. In District 4, the incumbent faces well-known and well-funded challengers including a county sheriff in the district and a longtime state senator.

Along with Mississippi, primaries will be held Tuesday in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota.

If no candidate gets 50% of the vote on Tuesday, primary runoff elections between the top two vote-getters will be held June 28. The general election, pitting Tuesday’s primary winners against one another, will be Nov. 8.

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, and anyone in line by 7 p.m. is still allowed to cast a vote. To find your polling location, call your local circuit clerk. The Secretary of State’s Office has an online polling place locator, but as of late the week before election, a messages said it was not working due to system maintenance and directed people to call local clerks’ offices.

Absentee ballots must be postmarked on or before June 7 and received by local circuit clerks within five business days. Voters are supposed to present a valid ID at their precinct, but can cast an affidavit ballot without one, provided they present one to their county circuit clerk by June 14.

Mississippi congressional candidates:

District 1

Democratic

Hunter Avery

Dianne Black

Republican

Trent Kelly (incumbent)

Mark D. Strauss

District 2

Democratic

Jerry Kerner

Bennie G. Thompson (incumbent)

Republican

Michael Carson

Ronald Eller

Brian Flowers

Stanford Johnson

District 3

Republican

Michael Cassidy

Thomas B. Griffin

Michael Guest (incumbent)

There is no Democratic primary for District 3, with Shuwaski Young running unopposed for the party nomination.

District 4

Democratic

Johnny L. DuPree

David Sellers

Republican

Carl Boyanton

Raymond N. Brooks

Mike Ezell

Steven M. Palazzo (incumbent)

Kidron Peterson

Clay Wagner

Brice Wiggins

This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: August 15-17

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3 days ago

August 15, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-08-15 07:04:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (August 15-17) in Mississippi offers diverse events across Central Mississippi and the Pine Belt. In Jackson, enjoy GrooveFest, JR Blu’s soulful music, the JSU Athletics Fan Fest, and exhibitions like Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers and Measurement Rules at the Children’s Museum. Pearl hosts the Mississippi Mud Monsters with fireworks and family fun. Ridgeland features wildflower fields, racing events, and a Back to School Bash. Hattiesburg celebrates with the PRVO 60th Gala, a Percy Jackson trivia night, and the Southern Soul Rising Stars Tour. Laurel presents The Color Purple musical and a cornhole tournament. Farmers markets and family-friendly activities abound statewide.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: August 1-3

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2 weeks ago

August 1, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-08-01 07:06:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (August 1-3) in Mississippi offers diverse activities across the state. In Central Mississippi, enjoy Latin music and salsa at Fondren Fiesta in Jackson, family fun at 042 Nights in Brandon, food trucks in Byram, art exhibitions in Natchez and Jackson, and farmers markets in Jackson, Natchez, and Vicksburg. Special events include hurricane remembrance, back-to-school drives, and community wellness fairs. In the Pine Belt, Hattiesburg hosts Denim & Diamonds Casino Night, live music, themed balls, 5K fundraisers, and movie screenings. Laurel offers karaoke, art workshops, and a family farmers market. Activities cater to all ages, promoting culture, health, and community engagement.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: July 25-27

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3 weeks ago

July 25, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-07-25 06:41:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi is packed with events this weekend (July 25–27), including the JXN Film Festival, interactive exhibits, and art showcases in Jackson. Clinton screens *Train to Busan*, and Vicksburg features live events, a catfish tournament, and farmers markets. Natchez hosts its Food & Wine Festival and community celebrations, while Ridgeland offers art parks and dinner theater. In the Pine Belt, Hattiesburg offers comedy, musical theater, a Jane Austen tea, and a murder mystery dinner at Ross Mansion. Toy, gun, and farmers markets span multiple cities, while special events like the Little Miss Black Mississippi Pageant round out a diverse, festive weekend.

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