Final Week for Absentee Voting in Aug. 2 Races

This is the last week to vote by absentee ballot for the Aug. 2 primaries.

Mississippi only allows absentee voting for people who be unable to vote on election day, or are over age 65.

It will go on during regular business hours this week in counties across the state.

Lauderdale County's circuit clerk office will also be open 8 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, July 30, to allow people to vote. Circuit Clerk Donna Jill Johnson urges people to come in early to avoid having to wait.

Houston, Palmer Talk Fighting Crime

WTOK Elections Headlines

Runoffs Oust Two from City Council

Updated: 05/21/2013 - Two members of the Meridian City Council were ousted in Democratic Primary runoffs.

Updated: 05/20/2013 - Candidates say crime is an issue they are prepared to address.

Houston, Palmer Discuss Appointing City Leaders

Updated: 05/18/2013 - Two city council candidates say there are procedures to follow when appointing leaders to certain departments within the city.

Perry, Markham Each Share Strengths

Updated: 05/11/2013 - The candidates aren't backing down when it comes to fighting for a spot on city council.

Two Meridian City Council Members Prepare for Runoffs

Updated: 05/09/2013 - Mary Perry and Jesse Palmer, Sr., are facing competition in runoffs May 21.