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2011.12.13: Will transition team, board consider magnet schools for entire county?
2011.12.13: Merger leaders want to spread message that it will limit disruptions at top schools
2011.12.13: In Charlotte, challenging all students, parents to raise their standards
2011.12.08: Merger team profits from FedEx exec Richards negotiating prowess
2011.12.08: Critical week ahead for Memphis Shelby schools merger team
2011.12.07: Schools calendar, plus Memphis-Shelby merger event Thursday at Second Presbyterian
2011.12.06: Daily blogging will recommence
2011.12.06: Ahead of Memphis merger, two key principal moves in Shelby Co. suburbs
2011.11.23: In denial of charter schools, scary "exponential" costs cited; by 2016-17, price tag of $185 million
2011.11.15: ROUNDUP: Waiver alters schools measure, teachers honored, Bartlett mulls muni schools
2011.11.11: How you define "college ready" depends on the number
2011.11.10: Co. Commission begins grappling with optimal size, timing for permanent school board
2011.11.10: Merger team in talks with international firm Boston Consulting
2011.11.07: About those "Berlin Wall" doors NY Times says blocks path between MCS, SCS
2011.11.07: Merger team website adds audio, video archive
2011.11.03: ROUNDUP: SCS gets mark of excellence, teacher evaluations critiqued, diversity in Germantown
2011.11.01: Report: University of Memphis teacher training lagging
2011.11.01: On SCS accreditation as district, question begs: Can merged district inherit it?
2011.10.29: MERGER BASICS. Or, merger for (not so) dummies
2011.10.28: Transition commission hopes for model system, fears scare tactics of those opposed to merger
2011.10.27: Landing page created for local education news, information
2011.10.27: Shelby merger transition team may select outside consultant at today's meeting
2011.10.26: Long meeting of Shelby unified school board sees rejections of most charters, vouchers
2011.10.25: Bill and Melinda Gates op-ed explains teacher effectiveness project, touts Memphis teachers
2011.10.25: Voucher discussion likely key feature of tonight's meeting of Memphis-Shelby unified board
2011.10.24: New website aims to add more access to Memphis-Shelby unified school board
2011.10.24: Charter schools will be big issue for first regular meeting of Memphis-Shelby unified school board
2011.10.20: Memphis-Shelby schools merger transition team looks for lessons from Chattanooga merger
2011.10.19: MCS, SCS want joint textbook selection team during Memphis-Shelby schools merger transition
2011.10.19: Charter schools will present sticky issue for unified school board in Memphis, Shelby
2011.10.18: MCS, SCS to present action items at tonight's working meeting of Shelby unified school board
2011.10.18: Orgel, new Shelby schools chairman, hailed for leadership, focus, smarts
2011.10.12: SCS board members want 25-percent salary increase for SCS general counsel, equal to Memphis counsel
2011.10.11: Legal counsel issue is what prolonged first Shelby unified school board meeting
2011.10.11: Ridgeway parent offers thanks for how "good came out of a bad situation"
2011.10.10: Profiles of the 7 appointees to the Shelby County unified school board
2011.10.06: Once at odds, Pickler and Donald agree Brown v. Board relevant to schools merger discussion
2011.10.05: Oath ceremony references to integration hint at a key political, legal issue for municipal districts
2011.09.28: Supt. Aitken: Huge schools can make it a "whole lot harder" to educate
2011.09.27: Merger team member to debut documentary on Memphis schools integration
2011.09.27: Memphis Supt. Kriner Cash's wife, Lisa, dies of cancer at age 56
2011.09.25: Shelby County unified school board appointee Billy Orgel (District 7)
2011.09.21: Shelby County unified school board appointee Reginald Porter Jr. (District 6)
2011.09.20: Take that, Nashville! Memphis has many more National Merit semifinalists
2011.09.19: Unified school board appointee Kevin Woods (District 5)
2011.09.16: ROUNDUP: MCS leads on merit semifinalists, Cash's evaluations, Wissman wins mayoral race
2011.09.16: Unified school board appointee Vanecia Kimbrow (suburban District 4)
2011.09.15: Supt. Aitken at NE Shelby Rotary: 'Looking forward' to challenge ahead
2011.09.15: Unified school board appointee Raphael McInnis (suburban District 3)
2011.09.13: Breaking down numbers on 44 members of transition team, school board guiding merger
2011.09.13: Taking a closer look at unified Shelby County school board selections
2011.09.12: Men dominate picks for schools merger teams
2011.09.12: Final picks give transition team suburban control (with small bios on each pick)
2011.09.08: Details of 1990-91 "Morris Plan" for splitting county into several districts
2011.09.08: SCS transition finalists closely tied to system
2011.09.02: Breaking down merger transition team (so far)
2011.08.30: We may not see a fully-elected county school board until Sept. 2014
2011.08.30: Transition member looks closely at Louisville, New Orleans systems
2011.08.29: Clarifying transition commission vs. unified board
2011.08.29: Merger process to accelerate this week
2011.08.26: Taking fuller look at MCS transition picks
2011.08.26: Pickler says appeal would have been futile and it's time to focus on future
2011.08.26: Former election chief suggests abandoning county
2011.08.25: Yes, SCS and MCS members can run for new spots
2011.08.25: Credit for schools deal shared among all local parties
2011.08.17: MCS, SCS say they are cooperating on merger info
2011.08.15: Consolidation legal costs and the blame game
2011.08.15: Proposals build frame for schools merger negotiations this week
2011.08.12: Will judge allow current county school board to make Norris-Todd appointments?
2011.08.12: If judge orders elections, will legislators act?
2011.08.11: MCS, SCS distract with tit-for-tat over dithering
2011.08.10: On municipal districts, pump those brakes
2011.08.10: Schools consolidation blogging -- waiting on Shelby County Schools to make its move
2011.04.11: Barbour is going to New Hampshire
2011.04.07: Hearing aids for children. Oh my!
2011.04.04: Tributes, accolades and stories flow in about former governor McWherter
2011.03.09: Schools battle: It's only just begun
2011.03.08: War on teachers?
2011.03.07: NPR national education reporter runs Memphis piece
2011.03.04: Speaking of Rhee -- her ex-husband was just named new TN commissioner of education
2011.03.04: Former D.C. chief Michelle Rhee in Memphis
2011.03.04: Breaking down early-voting after strong final day
2011.03.03: Putting the early voting turnout into context
2011.03.03: Early voting numbers show solid jump
2011.03.03: Halbert email: She and voters 'beyond confused'
2011.03.02: NPR sends national education reporter to Memphis
2011.03.02: Raleigh's 143,000-student district aiming for "integration by achievement" plan
2011.02.28: Crunching some early-vote numbers
2011.02.24: SCS board locks Supt. Aitken in through 2015; would cost taxpayers $400,000 to choose different consolidated leader
2011.02.24: More schools YouTube fun: Pickler, Shafer, Thomas
2011.02.24: YouTube, a voter's best friend
2011.02.23: Education moment for Memphis, Shelby
2011.02.22: Early-voting numbers update
2011.02.22: Schools website filled with resources
2011.02.21: Very early early-vote totals
2011.02.18: Germantown parent appeals for mutual 'respect'; urges Memphians to consider smaller districts
2011.02.18: How will taxpayers feel about $400,000 parachute for the superintendent?
2011.02.17: Is huge countywide school board such a bad idea?
2011.02.17: U of M researchers to present study on impact of suburban special school district on Memphis
2011.02.17: Listing of school forums
2011.02.16: Shafer clarifies reason she abstained from voting to give Memphis spots on new school board
2011.02.14: Heidi Shafer taking interesting stance on schools
2011.02.11: Prof. Wharton hints at Memphis's legal options
2011.02.10: Council resolution asks Mayor Wharton to lead talks with county for merger, continued MCS operations
2011.02.09: Speaker Harwell says she is proud of reducing Memphis's influence over education policy
2011.02.07: Letters from Jones, Carpenter to senators
2011.02.07: Wednesday forum oriented toward students
2011.02.07: Tuesday night forum in east East Memphis
2011.02.04: Thoughts on Herenton ideas, Norris's bill
2011.02.04: Contrasting groups share belief that state should give locals more autonomy
2011.02.03: MCS/SCS unification: Where's the plan?
2011.02.03: Chattanooga-Hamilton County merger has lessons
2011.02.01: Report: MCS gets unfair rap for its spending
2011.02.01: Mallott op-ed urges "YES" vote on referendum
2011.01.31: ICYMI: Schools pieces from weekend
2011.01.31: NY Times parachutes in, hits close to bull's eye
2011.01.27: Thursday forums: Call it consolidation-apalooza!
2011.01.25: Watch streaming video of the school consolidation debate
2011.01.25: Come here to chat tonight during the schools consolidation debate
2011.01.19: School unification: The children speak
2011.01.13: Memphis Mayor AC Wharton on a charter referendum
2011.01.13: MEA on the charter surrender
2011.01.11: Can the Supremes just decide schools standoff now and save us all lots of money, time, energy?
2011.01.11: Schools forums provide info, education
2011.01.06: Thomas: SCS board says let us pray
2011.01.06: Thomas: Friday press conference for charter surrender proponents
2011.01.06: Taking sides on the MCS charter surrender
2011.01.06: SCS board member David Reaves - 1, Gum - 0
2011.01.05: Memphis Tweeple: #whenSCStakesoverMCS
2011.01.05: Thomas: Chattanooga paper supports MCS charter surrender
2010.12.14: Path clearing for de facto schools consolidation
2010.11.03: A C (hearts) Haslam move looking quite savvy
2010.11.03: Haslam sweeps in with historic win margin
2010.11.03: GOP tsunami washes over the State Capitol
2010.11.02: Morgan Freeman ticked at N.C. Republican candidate for claiming his support in an ad
2010.11.02: Lack of signs, poll workers making voting locations harder for voters to identify
2010.11.02: Enough with the whining over attack ads
2010.11.02: 2 reasons midterm predictions may be off: '94 & '98
2010.11.01: Herron: Election about 'character', not Obama-Pelosi
2010.11.01: But did you know my wife's from Memphis?
2010.11.01: Can local Democrats extend late resurgence?
2010.10.22: The 8th District's empty lectern
2010.10.21: Cohen meets Dr. Ruth
2010.10.21: Fincher outpaces Herron in money race
2010.10.19: New York Times visits Tenn-Ark-Issippi
2010.10.18: Big debate this evening in Arkansas 1st Congressional District; Causey poised for attack
2010.10.18: Republicans swamping polls, Dems trickling in
2010.10.18: Examining key congressional battleground: Tennessee's 8th, Herron v. Fincher
2010.10.14: Schools forum & CA's school board endorsements
2010.10.13: Online Voter Guide great resource for Nov. 2 elections
2010.10.13: Tough role for Memphis City Schools board members
2010.10.13: Don't just complain. Become an election worker.
2010.10.11: Top U.S. historian (and grad of MCS, U. Memphis) speaking tonight at MUS's Wunderlich Auditorium
2010.10.05: The new Haslam TV ad and the West Tennessee megasite
2010.10.01: Can we get a local taxpayer receipt?
2010.10.01: Videos give mayor's take on budget, school funding
2010.10.01: GOP's Fincher had no idea Memphis was in district he's running to represent in Congress
2010.09.29: Will Wharton avoid similar re-election issues that led to Washington mayor's loss?
2010.09.28: Haslam endorsement site has been used before.
2010.09.23: Steve Cohen meets Meryl Streep
2010.09.21: Winfield Dunn to stump for Charlotte Bergmann
2010.09.20: McWherter, Haslam will campaign this week in Memphis, Shelby and West Tennessee
2010.09.20: Ag Groups To Hold Fincher Fundraiser
2010.09.14: ICYMI: Cohen opponent paid to run against him, Withers exposed, Haslam outlines platform
2010.09.08: Wednesday linkup: Approval ratings, trying to rally, taking the blame for bad economy
2010.09.08: Haslam chances at win -- 95.1 percent likely
2010.09.07: At closed-door event, Republicans giddy about prospects of redistricting
2010.09.02: YouTube Video Seeks "Accountability" for Fincher Loan
2010.09.02: When filibusters required a special bag
2010.09.01: Tenn-Ark-issippi looms large on House map
2010.09.01: More filibustering . . .
2010.08.31: Students question candidates for governor
2010.08.31: Is the U.S. Senate broken? Or working just fine?
2010.08.31: Janes accepts invitation to Oct. 5 8th District debate
2010.08.31: Staring at the Sundquist could be harmful
2010.08.30: If campaign ads were really honest . . .
2010.08.30: Fincher and Herron will debate October 5th
2010.08.30: Ford Jr., best-selling author, still registered in Shelby County
2010.08.25: Anger may play big role in midterm turnouts
2010.08.24: It's official: Tenn. has the highest sales taxes
2010.08.19: What to make of Wharton agreeing to meet, appear with Haslam during campaign swing?
2010.08.18: Fincher Poll Says He's Ahead of Herron
2010.08.18: Blackburn won't Debate Democratic Nominee Rabidoux
2010.08.18: Who cares more for Memphis? Haslam or McWherter?
2010.08.18: We're back. Next stop: November 2 general election
2010.08.11: Cohen: Democrats lost for reasons other than race
2010.08.10: Gibbons claims gubernatorial voters "satisfied" with Haslam on issue of financial transparency
2010.08.09: Have we entered postracial political utopia?
2010.08.09: Votes ahead on policies that impact quality of life
2010.08.09: Luttrell concerned about Med, school funding
2010.08.06: Why didn't Wharton stump for Democrats?
2010.08.06: Path to county mayoral seat starts at 201 Poplar
2010.08.05: Hoover-Pickler race could help Luttrell, Oldham
2010.08.05: Computer glitch will fuel debate
2010.08.04: Correcting Johnican, clarifying Oldham
2010.08.03: Yacoubian poll: County mayoral race remains tight
2010.08.03: Want a new public hospital? Elect this man.
2010.08.03: Herenton vote warning recalls Wilbun's 2007 rebuke
2010.08.02: The lt. gov. munches pancakes, shoots machine guns
2010.08.02: Rough estimate: Herenton needs at least 65-percent support from black voters to win
2010.08.02: Early-voting sets new August record
2010.07.29: Much ado about an income tax that is dead, buried
2010.07.29: Memphis Democratic Club = legitimate. But the "Memphis Democratic Party" . . . not so much.
2010.07.28: Why crossing over to vote for other party's 'weakest' candidate is cynical, destructive
2010.07.27: Fincher not in D.C. for D.C. fundraiser
2010.07.26: Polls show 11-point Haslam lead, jobs as top issue
2010.07.26: Early-voting keeps going Republicans' way
2010.07.23: DC article brings talk of secession to GOP gov. race
2010.07.23: Early-voting numbers update: GOP still improving
2010.07.22: Early vote numbers give GOP reason to believe
2010.07.21: Luttrell says Dems are wrong, that he never publicly supported McCain-Palin or George W. Bush
2010.07.20: Ford Jr. coming to town -- will he attack Luttrell for roles in campaigns for Corker, McCain-Palin?
2010.07.20: The candidates for governor head West again
2010.07.20: From a Cookeville Starbucks
2010.07.20: County mayoral politics = blowout city since '70s
2010.07.20: Analyzing strong first day of expanded early voting
2010.07.20: Some CBC members back Cohen -- The Washington Post
2010.07.19: Early voting sets good pace, expands today
2010.07.15: Some 2nd Quarter Campaign Finance Reports Are In
2010.07.15: Maxine Smith backs Cohen
2010.07.14: Haslam to launch "whistle-stop" bus tour from Memphis Friday
2010.07.14: Quick thoughts on Ch. 3 sheriff's debae
2010.07.13: Hip-Hop ad targets Flinn in the 8th
2010.07.12: Debates this week ... and early voting!
2010.07.12: Finance reports will make for interesting reading
2010.07.11: Mark Luttrell: More political than you think?
2010.07.11: GOP gov race: CA endorses, candidates attack and where they stand on health care
2010.07.09: GOP gubernatorial candidates in Nashville Saturday, debate Monday
2010.07.08: Technical difficulties
2010.07.08: Consolidation
2010.07.08: How about a merger?
2010.07.08: Ford on representation
2010.07.08: First question
2010.07.08: And here we go
2010.07.08: Studio Magic
2010.07.08: Starting Lineup
2010.07.08: Welcome to the debate
2010.07.08: Commercial Appeal publishes online Voter's Guide
2010.07.08: Memphis Bar Association releases results of poll of "most qualified" judicial candidates
2010.07.07: And now Wamp....
2010.07.07: Now McWherter weighs in against Obama suing Arizona
2010.07.07: Ramsey strikes again, two days in a row
2010.07.06: Ramsey attacks Haslam; Wamp back in Greater Memphis
2010.07.06: Herron completing Dem fortifications in 8th District
2010.07.06: Memphis getting general election preview today?
2010.07.03: Gubernatorial candidates motor toward finish line
2010.07.01: Cohen-Herenton get the Politico treatment and guess what issue they are focusing on most?
2010.07.01: Will local Dems infiltrate GOP events?
2010.06.30: Black bar association makes court recommendations
2010.06.29: Link to Mayor Wharton's virtual town hall
2010.06.29: Will local corruption bloom because of Supreme Court's ruling on honest services fraud law?
2010.06.28: Does Sidney Chism picnic really make an impact?
2010.06.28: Virtual Town Hall with Mayor Wharton on Tuesday
2010.06.28: Herenton for Republican Bill Oldham for sheriff? Conservatives for Randy Wade?
2010.06.25: Sunday forum on campaign finance issues
2010.06.24: Democratic connections in 8th District GOP Primary
2010.06.21: Reminder: Sheriff, mayoral debates tonight
2010.06.21: Ron Ramsey (hearts) Cohen . . . sort of
2010.06.21: Cohen v. Herenton: The 'for-the-children' card
2010.06.19: Rasmussen poll: Haslam popularity grows steadily
2010.06.19: Team Ron Ramsey opens HQ in East Memphis
2010.06.18: Cohen and Mrs. Obama: Coming soon to a billboard near you?
2010.06.18: Tale of two campaigns -- Cohen, Ramsey HQ grand openings
2010.06.17: Suburban debate questions: Do you candidates agree we are awesome, unappreciated and treated unfairly?
2010.06.16: "I don't care how close to white he looked ..."
2010.06.16: Herenton Campaigns in 7th District
2010.06.15: ROUNDUP: Sanford leaving, right-sizing Memphis, Gov. candidates on campaign finance
2010.06.14: You doesn't have to call 'em "Dr."
2010.06.14: Forums upcoming: Mayor, 8th District, Sheriff
2010.06.11: Kirkland rips "childish partisanship" of Fincher
2010.06.11: Subjectively objective poll results
2010.06.11: Yes, but Haslam's wife is from Memphis ...
2010.06.10: Thursday roundup: Beware Bass Pro, Herenton wants "Just One," Tenn. legislature adjourns
2010.06.10: Wharton's response to Herenton criticism
2010.06.09: Herenton campaign theme: "Just One"
2010.06.09: What does Artur Davis's loss in Alabama tell us about motivations of black voters?
2010.06.08: Can Willie Herenton be polled?
2010.06.08: Back from hiatus
2010.06.08: Policy roundup: Wharton's budget, Beale settlement, school funding, federal jobs help
2010.06.08: Interesting Ag Extension story. Really.
2010.05.26: Candidates with Deep Roots in (enter state name here)
2010.05.20: Wharton had to know budget 'pain' was coming
2010.05.20: Real consequences to follow budget battles
2010.05.19: Wamp first to make Med pledge. Will others follow?
2010.05.19: Runs across the border draw national interest
2010.05.19: Budget season generating heartburn
2010.05.18: Wamp prepared to sign The Med pledge?
2010.05.18: Commissioner Ritz's Med civil-rights complaint letter causing hullabaloo at Capitol
2010.05.18: Shelby County for Sarah Palin?
2010.05.17: In case you missed it . . .
2010.05.17: Kirkland airs first television ad
2010.05.17: Applying the Obama filter to local candidates
2010.05.17: Non-snarky view of Pat Boone's Wamp endorsement
2010.05.14: More city golf course news
2010.05.14: Sammons headed to Airport Authority board
2010.05.14: Joe Ford releases statement on consolidation
2010.05.13: Herenton calls for TWO debates with Cohen
2010.05.13: Thursday link-o-rama: The coverage you deserve
2010.05.12: Wamp promises Shelby his "full attention"
2010.05.12: Republican speaker hates GOP senate budget
2010.05.12: McWherter: GOP fiscally irresponsible
2010.05.12: Full quotes from Ford, Luttrell on consolidation
2010.05.11: Ford vs. Luttrell forum: Live from Pancho's!
2010.05.11: New commission projects as louder, more partisan
2010.05.11: Forum today featues Ford, Luttrell in Q&As
2010.05.10: Good timing, Speaker Ramsey?
2010.05.10: Wharton making personnel moves
2010.05.07: Welcome to Tennessee, Mr. McCullough!
2010.05.06: Haslam up with Memphis-specific TV ad
2010.05.06: In leaked e-mail, Halbert worries about leaks
2010.05.06: Taxpayer tab for partisan primaries: $15 per vote
2010.05.05: Joe Ford owes assist to Republicans Bunker, Ritz
2010.05.05: Will county mayor race be tighter than expected?
2010.05.05: Stale Shelby County primaries in rear-view mirror, but delicious August ballot on the horizon
2010.05.04: Election day is here (finally), so go vote!
2010.04.29: Profiles in Courage?
2010.04.29: Harvey for mayor? Not so fast, says commish rival
2010.04.29: Wendi Thomas vs. Joe Ford
2010.04.29: Wharton budgets online
2010.04.29: Wharton in Washington, D.C. to talk predatory lending
2010.04.29: City and Bass Pro officals meeting today
2010.04.28: Former GOP senate leader praises health reform law
2010.04.28: Ready or not, Tennessee GOP, here it comes; immigration reform gaining national traction
2010.04.27: Will Dems use immigration reform to pit tea-party groups against Republican business interests?
2010.04.27: Voters still snubbing $1 million county primaries
2010.04.27: Mayor rants about race! Actually, no -- just presents balanced budget
2010.04.26: Men, Republicans, white voters exceed early-vote expectations for Shelby County primaries
2010.04.22: Alexander defends the filibuster, citing Johnson
2010.04.22: Wamp joins Haslam and Ramsey in the gubernatorial campaign's air war
2010.04.22: Dr. Benjamin Hooks, Republican governor?
2010.04.21: Barbour named "worst" governor
2010.04.20: Cohen hires campaign manager
2010.04.20: Rufus Washington spoke here
2010.04.20: Trace Adkins and John Rich for Blackburn
2010.04.20: Cancellation by eruption
2010.04.20: Tuesday's Morning Fix: Who likes county primaries?
2010.04.20: Marsha Blackburn, Democrat?
2010.04.19: Voting expands today to satellite voting locations
2010.04.19: Are expensive low-turnout county primaries worth holding?
2010.04.16: Herenton launches new campaign Web site
2010.04.14: Luttrell fundraising blows away Dems
2010.04.14: New day at City Hall?
2010.04.14: Actual Mississippi secessionists disagree
2010.04.14: In Dem. county mayor race, Deidre Malone leads in fundraising, spending (and loaning)
2010.04.14: The Morning Fix: Early-voting edition
2010.04.13: More tilting at federal windmills by the Tennessee legislature
2010.04.13: UPDATE: First Ramsey TV ad is up
2010.04.13: The Morning Fix: Rising temps are telling us that elections are coming
2010.04.12: If we've gotta advertise "TnVacation.com" on our cars, couldn't we lose the www?
2010.04.09: Staffers, doctors and mules
2010.04.09: The Morning Fix: Political news-o-rama
2010.04.08: In his defense, Heisley didn't write HJR1007
2010.04.08: Morning Fix: Lots of politics in today's CA
2010.04.07: Democrats county mayoral forum on Thursday
2010.04.07: Raw politics continue to define County Commission
2010.04.07: Joe Ford, now living in $391,000 home in Bartlett, showing suburban sensibilities in mayor's race
2010.04.06: Mayoral forum Wednesday in Whitehaven
2010.04.06: 8th Congressional District finance reports filtering in
2010.04.06: Sheriff's forum seeking questions from public
2010.04.06: Tenn. congressional races draw national attention
2010.04.05: New releases show Haslam continues fundraising domination
2010.04.05: POTUS, FLOTUS and "Green Eggs and Ham"
2010.04.05: Deidre Malone ads taking subtle digs at Joe Ford
2010.04.05: Steve Cohen's comments stir TEA Party candidate to protest at Federal building
2010.04.05: Will candidates make real commitment to The Med?
2009.11.30: Another name on the Wharton CAO radar
2009.11.30: Wharton's meeting location for tonight is changed
2009.11.17: Republican commissioners could have blocked Ford, chose not to
2009.11.17: Joe Ford appointed interim county mayor
2009.11.17: Voting about to begin
2009.11.17: Higgs wants the job
2009.11.17: Still waiting
2009.11.17: Commission gathers to vote
2009.11.17: Higgs fills out form to be interim mayor
2009.11.17: County voters cut out of mayoral selection process
2009.11.17: Ford claims Mike Carpenter headed to City Hall
2009.11.17: City CAO Sammons open to becoming candidate
2009.11.17: Could Higgs become mayor at long last?
2009.11.09: After 24 rounds, county mayor voting postponed
2009.11.09: Commission still voting on mayor
2009.11.09: Recess after nine votes don't produce a winner
2009.11.09: Commissioners deadlocked on county mayor appointment
2009.11.09: Commissioners vote to give Avery 45 days in office
2009.11.09: Live coverage of County Commission mayoral vote on the way
2009.11.05: Sources say animal shelter euthenasia halted because procedures weren't followed
2009.11.04: MPD, stimulus money and federal policing grants
2009.11.04: City Hall news-o-rama: Cops, Grizzlies, metal, tires, trails and hires
2009.11.03: Wharton's new appointed staff earning slightly more than Lowery's
2009.11.03: New mayor, same century-old crime problems
2009.11.02: CIP subcommittee added to transition team roster
2009.11.02: George Flinn, Anthony Tate in the running for interim county mayor
2009.11.02: Avery stays busy in first week on the job
2009.10.29: What kind of flowers should Wharton send Herenton?
2009.10.29: Wharton appoints animal shelter task force
2009.10.29: Wade says grand jury testimony centered around CA report
2009.10.29: Jefferson exits grand jury, says he's a witness not a target
2009.10.29: Elbert Jefferson appearing before grand jury
2009.10.29: Former city attorney to deliver Herenton recordings to grand jury
2009.10.28: Timeline of federal probe and congressional run cast doubts on Herenton's accusation of political motivation
2009.10.28: Wharton has worked for years to get Memphis-Shelby County on the national radar
2009.10.28: Wharton releases transition team subcommittees
2009.10.28: Wharton calls Herenton target letter "serious"
2009.10.27: In first full day as county mayor, Avery gets health department briefing
2009.10.27: Chumney congratulates Avery; criticizes media for slanted coverage of women
2009.10.27: You can apply to be county mayor
2009.10.27: Avery will provide continuity with backing from a team of veteran advisors
2009.10.27: Wharton lands his first crisis on Day 1
2009.10.27: Herenton stays out of the spotlight amid change
2009.10.27: Getting the votes from council
2009.10.27: Will broom become iconic image of Wharton administration?
2009.10.26: Can the new mayor get a Hotty Toddy?
2009.10.26: Joyce Avery likely to serve only 15 days as acting mayor
2009.10.26: Police director Godwin says there's 'excitement in the air'
2009.10.26: Wharton's speech: Excerpts and link to full copy
2009.10.26: 'I had a wonderful time' as interim mayor, Lowery says
2009.10.26: Shelby County Commission to act quickly to name interim mayor
2009.10.26: Wharton invokes roots in inaugural address
2009.10.26: Applause greets Wharton at City Hall
2009.10.26: Large crowd gathering at City Hall for Wharton swearing-in
2009.10.26: Avery includes advisory team in swearing-in ceremony
2009.10.26: City Hall prepped for Wharton arrival
2009.10.26: A broom and aspirin for Wharton and Avery
2009.10.26: Avery sworn in as county mayor
2009.10.26: Wharton resigns as Shelby County Mayor
2009.10.26: Trying to convert experience, popularity into action
2009.10.26: Has Memphis ever had a 'great' mayor? Can A C become one?
2009.10.23: Transition team meets, sets up deadlines for work
2009.10.23: Edmund Ford Jr. latest addition to Wharton's transition team
2009.10.23: Chumney makes a point to say she broke the news of Med's troubles
2009.10.23: Wharton to be sworn in Monday at noon
2009.10.22: Election Commission certifies Wharton victory
2009.10.22: Wharton remains mum on county employees who wil follow him to the city
2009.10.22: Wharton remains vague on police director search; Godwin says he'll operate business as usual
2009.10.21: As city mayor, Wharton will keep focus on The Med
2009.10.21: Wharton still has no CAO; looking for division directors who share his drive for customer service
2009.10.21: Wharton assures Rotary Club that Memphis is moving "out of the doldrums"
2009.10.20: Veronica Coleman-Davis, Lowery's other appointees leaving City Hall
2009.10.20: Transition team contributed only small sum to Wharton's mayoral campaign
2009.10.20: Transition team will try to accomplish a lot in a time crunch
2009.10.20: 'One Memphis' message already being co-opted
2009.10.20: Will Wharton use mandate as political stick?
2009.10.19: Q & A with Wharton: Racial divisions like "ice" on city's wings
2009.10.19: Wharton: "No honeymoon"
2009.10.19: Wharton lays out priorities for transition team
2009.10.19: Herman Morris to play role in Wharton transition
2009.10.19: City Atty. Elbert Jefferson turns in his key card, city vehicle, laptop
2009.10.16: Wharton picks Mike Carpenter and Cato Johnson for his transition team
2009.10.16: Legislators weigh in on challenges facing Wharton
2009.10.16: Wharton says he has no drastic personnel changes planned for City Hall
2009.10.16: Wharton's call to action a far cry from Herenton's 'haters' speech
2009.10.16: Chumney appears bitter about Wharton
2009.10.16: Does landslide = mandate?
2009.10.16: Rethinking the "low" turnout
2009.10.16: Results for all candidates
2009.10.15: Wharton to name team to look into city attorney's office
2009.10.15: All votes are counted
2009.10.15: Enthusiastic crowd hems in Wharton
2009.10.15: 'It's inspiring,' 'a new beginning,' Wharton supporters say
2009.10.15: Wharton's win triggers chain of events in county government
2009.10.15: Wharton: Sun is 'shining down on one Memphis'
2009.10.15: Vote totals, with more than half of precincts in
2009.10.15: Voters made dream a reality, Wharton says
2009.10.15: Wharton declares victory in mayor's race
2009.10.15: Wharton family thanks crowd that 'represents unity'
2009.10.15: Lowery concedes (and more vote totals)
2009.10.15: Latest vote totals
2009.10.15: At Wharton's party, a multiethnic theme
2009.10.15: "I feel jubilant," Wharton supporter says
2009.10.15: Lowery says chances look bleak after early voting
2009.10.15: The Cupid Shuffle is under way
2009.10.15: Some early totals
2009.10.15: Wharton's manager claims victory
2009.10.15: Inspirational rapper takes stage at Wharton event
2009.10.15: Red and blue light up Wharton function
2009.10.15: Wharton supporters upbeat at "victory party"
2009.10.15: Lowery says he ran best campaign he could
2009.10.15: Photos: Lowery on Election Day
2009.10.15: Wharton spent more money than rest of candidates combined
2009.10.15: Photo: Wharton casts his vote
2009.10.15: Halbert's complaint dismissed by state board of Professional Responsibility
2009.10.15: Poll workers working through electronic poll books
2009.10.15: Near Germantown, looking for change
2009.10.15: Some late deciders in East Memphis
2009.10.15: Voting smooth but slow
2009.10.14: Councilwoman Halbert questions Lowery's Fairgrounds project launch
2009.10.14: Candidates stay busy on eve of Election Day
2009.10.14: Timeframe for newly elected mayor's oath of office
2009.10.13: Pro-wrestler Jerry Lawler won't challenge latest poll
2009.10.13: Election Commission prepped to make use of electronic poll books
2009.10.13: Charles Carpenter asks early votes not to be counted before polls close Thursday
2009.10.13: Lowery unveils latest campaign video
2009.10.13: Lowery highlights accomplishments, reports his program net 160 firearms
2009.10.13: Wharton aiming messages at governing
2009.10.13: Live chat today at 1 p.m. with Otis L. Sanford about the mayoral race
2009.10.12: Channel 3 poll coming at 10 p.m.
2009.10.12: Wharton will show for final debate on eve of special election
2009.10.12: Young people not turning out for mayoral vote
2009.10.12: Election Commission shows 11.5 percent early voters -- mostly women -- cast ballots early
2009.10.12: On Lowery as mayor, Drake & Zeke get all past tense
2009.10.12: Wharton is the winner of Children's Museum faux election
2009.10.08: Another mayor's office open house
2009.10.06: Candidates address controversy over vacation cashout
2009.10.06: Chumney: Isn't it time that we gave someone else a chance?
2009.10.06: Lowery defends vote to cut Memphis City Schools funding
2009.10.06: Rivals attack Wharton for skipping debates
2009.10.06: Wharton, Carpenter clash over county debt
2009.10.06: Prince Mongo shows at debate -- but only as a spectator
2009.10.06: MPD event to celebrate drop in crime
2009.10.05: U of M's NAACP holds Tuesday forum, too
2009.10.05: Early voting behind 2007, way ahead of 2003
2009.10.05: Tuesday's schedule: Debate at noon, forum at 6 p.m.
2009.09.30: Mayoral candidates will be grilled on greening Memphis at upcoming forum
2009.09.29: Chumney says she is not opposed to Godwin
2009.09.29: Wharton outscores rivals in new rating
2009.09.29: Has anything meaningful come out of the debates and forums?
2009.09.29: Jefferson pleads council to keep job; now asks for sick leave
2009.09.25: Lowery's fist-bump makes Jay Leno
2009.09.24: Wharton going after the Hee Haw vote?
2009.09.24: Lowery's CNN column among most read
2009.09.24: Lowery's fist bump included in Conan O'Brien monologue
2009.09.24: Lowery's Dalai Lama fist bump makes national media
2009.09.23: Lawler puts Channel 3 and the CA on notice, threatens legal action unless he's included in debate
2009.09.23: Excluded from mayoral debate, Lawler threatens legal action against TV station
2009.09.22: Memphis Police Association backs Wharton, Lowery
2009.09.21: Wharton, Carpenter and "Herentonism"
2009.09.17: Thoughts on the mayoral poll
2009.09.17: Commercial Appeal mayor's poll results to be published at 10 p.m.
2009.09.16: Does Malone v. Byrd = city vs. county?
2009.09.16: Whalum blocks unfriendly Twitterers
2009.09.15: Mayoral candidates will face-off in two upcoming forums
2009.09.15: Byrd, Malone opening bids for county mayor
2009.09.15: Search salaries of Memphis city employees
2009.09.15: Cty. Atty. Elbert Jefferson meets with council in advance of vote to fire him
2009.09.14: New York Times explores Herenton's racial campaign for Congress
2009.09.11: Chumney to open campaign headquarters
2009.09.11: Carpenter's voluntary drug test comes back clean
2009.09.11: Halbert, Godwin letters available for view
2009.09.10: Actually, 25 candidates in the Memphis mayor's race
2009.09.10: Halbert and Godwin exchange harsh words in ongoing feud
2009.09.10: Two withdraw name from mayor's race; 26 candidates remain
2009.09.10: Chumney blasts Wharton's record, calls on him to withdraw from mayor's race
2009.09.10: Brown drops out of mayor's race, bringing roster to 26
2009.09.10: Wharton in DC for Infant Mortality Awareness event
2009.09.09: Carpenter would fire Godwin, transition to community-based crimefighting
2009.09.09: Wharton unveils 33-point platform
2009.09.09: Carpenter challenges Wharton to a one-on-one debate
2009.09.07: Whalum canvasses city's parks with 50-car entourage
2009.09.07: Custodian torn between Wharton and Chumney
2009.09.07: Workers Interfaith Picnic draws mayoral candidates
2009.09.07: Lowery: City Atty. Jefferson's actions may be illegal
2009.09.04: Lowery, Halbert to open campaign headquarters Saturday
2009.09.04: Purging of inactive voters has some concerned about political bias
2009.09.04: Candidates question Wharton's presumed lead in mayoral race
2009.09.04: Wharton will think twice before participating in debates for Memphis mayor
2009.09.04: Whalum unveils latest campaign commercial
2009.09.04: Live chat on mayor's race today at 1 p.m. with Otis L. Sanford
2009.09.03: Make that 28 candidates: Sharon Webb, others do qualify
2009.09.03: 25 candidates for one office may be largest race in county history
2009.09.03: Only 25 of 36 candidates qualify; Sharon Webb misses the cut
2009.09.03: Election officials sorting through 33 petitions for mayor
2009.09.03: Construction worker misses deadline by three minutes
2009.09.03: Carol Chumney turns in extra signatures
2009.09.03: Anthony Willoughby is last candidate to file, bringing total to 26
2009.09.03: Silky Sullivan now in running for mayor
2009.09.03: We'll be live blogging from Election Commission at noon
2009.09.02: 21 candidates have filed petition to run for Memphis mayor
2009.09.02: Lowery publishes long list of Mayor Pro Tem activities
2009.09.01: 20 candidates have joined race for Memphis mayor
2009.09.01: Carpenter uses live web chat to air views
2009.09.01: Two more mayoral debates scheduled
2009.09.01: Pastors renew support for Wharton
2009.09.01: Mayoral qualifying petitions available for viewing
2009.09.01: Mayoral candidates to meet in two upcoming forums
2009.09.01: Wharton featured in national policy magazine
2009.08.31: Commissioner James Harvey out of mayor's race
2009.08.31: Wharton nabs endorsement from Fords
2009.08.31: Wharton unveils campaign ad
2009.08.31: 17 candidates already in the Memphis mayor's race
2009.08.29: The circus behind the circus
2009.08.28: Mongo madness
2009.08.26: VIDEO: Lowery files petition
2009.08.26: Godwin fires back at Carpenter over crime plan
2009.08.22: Wharton co-chairs include Jim Strickland, Tomeka Hart
2009.08.20: Wharton pulls petition, Joe Brown follows suit
2009.08.18: Whalum Jr. files petition, ready to "rumble"
2009.08.18: Carpenter, Lawler, Willingham pull petitions, push list to 30
2009.08.17: Mayoral angst in other big cities
2009.08.14: Lowery reacts to Herenton on morning talk show
2009.08.14: E.C. Jones, Sharon Webb, Ben Ferguson pull petitions for mayor's race
2009.08.13: Chumney first suggested charter amendment on succession
2009.08.13: Lawler weighs in on Herenton news
2009.08.13: Photo: Lowery hears the Herenton news
2009.08.13: Wharton "has not and will not comment on any other candidate"
2009.08.13: Poll in 2007 showed Wharton with huge edge over Herenton
2009.08.13: Charles Carpenter: "Our strategy will not change"
2009.08.13: Herenton's statement about pulling petition for special election
2009.08.13: On Twitter, Wharton promotes rallies, ignores Herenton news
2009.08.13: Lowery: "It's more confusion"
2009.08.13: He's baaaaaaack
2009.08.13: Carpenter opens second campaign headquarters
2009.08.13: Lowery nominates Janet Hooks for public services post
2009.08.13: Wharton leans on legal community at fundraiser
2009.08.12: Voters have until Sept. 15 to register
2009.08.11: Lowery, Wharton speak at Kyle's gubernatorial announcement
2009.08.10: No candidates have yet filed petitions with Election Commission
2009.08.10: On radio, Wharton underscores achievements and sets non-combative campaign tone
2009.08.07: City residents pipe up with questions at town hall meeting
2009.08.07: About 75 people -- many of them city employees -- at town hall meeting
2009.08.07: Donna Davis earning more than predecessor
2009.08.07: Halbert raises ethics concern against rival in mayor's race
2009.08.06: Candidate Jerry Lawler lays out mayoral platform
2009.08.06: Recent polls show A C Wharton in the lead
2009.08.06: Lowery reignites consolidation debate
2009.08.06: Kemp Conrad officially out of the mayor's race
2009.08.06: Charles Carpenter to open campaign HQ in Whitehaven
2009.08.06: Number of candidates won't sway Wharton
2009.08.06: Lowery to host town hall meeting, open house at City Hall Friday
2009.08.05: Lowery must get council approval to fire city attorney, judge rules
2009.08.05: Photo gallery: Myron Lowery's first week as Mayor Pro Tem
2009.08.04: Election for Memphis mayor moved up to Oct. 15
2009.08.04: Jefferson says Lowery wants him out without City Council OK
2009.08.04: Jack Sammons approved as CAO
2009.08.04: Lowery asks for delay in vote to approve Coleman-Davis
2009.08.04: Lowery talks about Jefferson; vote deferred
2009.08.04: Executive session starts
2009.08.04: Myron Lowery (briefly) visits council for first time as mayor
2009.08.04: Two Lowery staff picks live outside Memphis city limits
2009.08.04: Despite legal troubles, Janis Fullilove at City Council today
2009.08.04: Which Edmund Ford will enter the mayoral fray?
2009.08.04: Jefferson says he's been a good attorney for Memphis
2009.08.04: Sammons gets committee OK
2009.08.03: Halbert cites platform, past electoral success
2009.08.03: Lowery halts several Herenton personnel changes
2009.08.03: Councilwoman Wanda Halbert running for Memphis mayor
2009.08.03: In radio interview, Lowery pledges to open up City Hall, give up Escalade
2009.08.03: Ex-Channel 5 anchor Donna Davis to be city spokeswoman
2009.08.02: Councilwoman Halbert to make mayoral announcement this week
2009.07.31: VIDEO: Lowery swearing-in ceremony
2009.07.31: City Attorney Elbert Jefferson removed from City Hall
2009.07.31: Lowery lays out his plans
2009.07.31: Lowery is sworn in as Mayor Pro Tem
2009.07.31: In remarks, Herenton wishes Lowery success
2009.07.31: Room filling up with notables for Lowery ceremony
2009.07.31: It's Lowery's turn for cake
2009.07.31: Former mayors to attend Lowery swearing-in
2009.07.31: New mayor attends first public event
2009.07.31: Lowery swear-in open to the public
2009.07.31: Edmund Ford Sr. will announce plans Monday
2009.07.31: Live streaming of Lowery swearing-in ceremony at 3:30 p.m.
2009.07.31: Lowery asks for resignation of City Atty. Elbert Jefferson
2009.07.31: Herenton to speak at Lowery's swearing-in
2009.07.31: He's baaaack, but just to pick up a few things
2009.07.31: Lowery's swearing-in set for 3:30 p.m.
2009.07.30: The retirement letter
2009.07.30: After busy day, all's quiet in City Hall
2009.07.30: First Jacko, now weather breaks on Herenton news day
2009.07.30: VIDEO: Excerpts of Willie Herenton's retirement speech
2009.07.30: Lowery finally gets to the seventh floor office
2009.07.30: Herenton straight-talking with members of the media
2009.07.30: Among the upcoming tasks: Unifying the racial divide
2009.07.30: Last-minute photo op
2009.07.30: Herenton says he broke the historical racial barrier
2009.07.30: Herenton addresses his supporters
2009.07.30: In retirement speech, Herenton strikes conciliatory tone
2009.07.30: Wharton sings Herenton's praises -- literally
2009.07.30: One last view from the top
2009.07.30: Masson urges supporters to focus on Herenton's accomplishments
2009.07.30: Pastor starts farewell event
2009.07.30: The mayor makes his entrance
2009.07.30: Hall of Mayors filling up
2009.07.30: Life-size portrait of the guest of honor
2009.07.30: Herenton, appointees, get pensions; firefighter told to wait
2009.07.30: Crowd files in, waits on Herenton
2009.07.30: Kids gathering with signs at City Hall
2009.07.30: Crowd beginning to gather
2009.07.30: What the cake looks like
2009.07.30: Pension for Gray approved
2009.07.30: Pensions approved for Herenton, Moody, McFadgon
2009.07.30: Live streaming of Herenton retirement reception at 2 p.m.
2009.07.30: City Hall lobby security bracing for a crowd
2009.07.30: Mayor still moving out of his office
2009.07.30: Lowery's in for a big change
2009.07.30: More planning under way
2009.07.30: Herenton's things might be housed at LeMoyne-Owen
2009.07.30: Plans for the day becoming clearer
2009.07.30: Party planning now under way
2009.07.30: City Hall stays quiet as 2 p.m. approaches
2009.07.29: On eve of retirement, a recap of what's transpired
2009.07.29: Mayor clears out Escalade, according to Memphis police tech
2009.07.29: Herenton ready to campaign for Congress, Chism says
2009.07.29: Herenton would be private citizen Friday
2009.07.29: Invitations to retirement reception are out
2009.07.28: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update...
2009.07.28: Facebook popular spot for foes, friends of Herenton
2009.07.27: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update...
2009.07.24: Jim Strickland out of the Memphis Mayor's race
2009.07.24: Comments on politics and race cause a stir
2009.07.23: Campaign finance forms now online
2009.07.23: They're wrestling in Tampa for mayor's seat, too
2009.07.23: Prince Mongo throws name in the ring
2009.07.23: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update...
2009.07.22: Election Commissioners firm up other special election dates
2009.07.22: Election Commission votes to set special election on Oct. 27
2009.07.22: Election Commission debates whether to set special election
2009.07.22: VIDEO: Herenton reflects on final days in office
2009.07.21: Council approves minutes, declares vacancy
2009.07.21: Democratic Party could host convention to pick mayoral endorsement
2009.07.20: Carol Chumney bounced $30 check for charity race
2009.07.20: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update...
2009.07.20: Herenton sends letter, but not the official letter
2009.07.17: City Council could declare mayoral vacancy on Tuesday
2009.07.17: Gallery: Who's running for mayor (or might be)?
2009.07.17: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update
2009.07.17: Another candidate decries crowded field, unserious contenders
2009.07.16: Wharton: Only offered "opportunity to share in my hopeful vision"
2009.07.16: Commissioner Harvey approached by Wharton
2009.07.16: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Update
2009.07.16: 9th Congressional District fundraising score: Cohen $752,003, Herenton $0
2009.07.16: Carpenter goes in-depth in radio interview
2009.07.16: Edmund Ford Sr. waiting on Herenton decision
2009.07.15: Leatherwood treasurer joins Herenton campaign team
2009.07.15: Candidates blast Wharton's take on crowded field
2009.07.15: Herenton for Congress' treasurer: Ricky Wilkins
2009.07.15: Lawsuit seeks to stop payment of Joseph Lee's legal bills
2009.07.15: Your Daily Mayoral Retirement Status Update
2009.07.15: Councilmen look for path to mayoral victory
2009.07.15: McCloy gets another city position
2009.07.14: Wharton says he's "troubled" by crowded field of mayoral candidates
2009.07.14: Candidate videos available
2009.07.14: Election Commission playing hurry up and wait
2009.07.14: Your daily mayoral retirement update
2009.07.13: Despite distractions, Wharton still working day job
2009.07.13: Joyce Avery is chair; Sidney Chism is chair pro tem
2009.07.13: Commissioners start heated debate for chair
2009.07.13: Austin: Mayor's entry brought Cohen new support
2009.07.13: Herenton still retiring; City Council vote still unethical, Halbert says
2009.07.13: Cohen campaign manager joining Chumney? Not yet.
2009.07.13: County Chairman vote tied to Herenton resignation
2009.07.10: Herenton: Repeat Rescinder?
2009.07.09: VIDEO: First look at the early candidates
2009.07.09: Wharton takes heat from competition
2009.07.09: A punctual politician? In Memphis?
2009.07.09: Not too soon for forum, says organizer
2009.07.09: Carpenter means business in mayoral race
2009.07.09: More candidates talk at mayoral forum
2009.07.09: Candidates already on the trail
2009.07.09: Wharton pulls out of candidate forum
2009.07.08: Coming soon: Political pile-driving
2009.07.08: Charles Carpenter announces he's running for mayor
2009.07.07: What's next after city council's vote?
2009.07.07: Council votes 7-6 to declare vacancy as of July 30
2009.07.07: 'What's the rush?' vs. 'live up to his word'
2009.07.07: Herenton affirms retirement plans
2009.07.07: Police director Godwin decides not to run in special election
2009.07.07: Jefferson: Herenton still retiring
2009.07.07: Mass confusion
2009.07.07: Disney clarifies mayoral situation
2009.07.07: Meeting could produce fireworks
2009.07.07: Cost of the special election
2009.07.07: Sharon Webb declares for special election
2009.07.07: Pastor back on mayor's side?
2009.07.07: Does McGee have to be rehired?
2009.07.07: Letter changes "circumstances"
2009.07.07: Pastors urge Herenton to stay
2009.07.07: The mayor's pension
2009.07.07: Council meets today
2009.07.06: Lawler considering run
2009.07.06: "Still retiring, trust me"
2009.07.06: Charter expert says Lowery could council chair, mayor pro tem positions simultaneously
2009.07.06: Jim Strickland appoints treasurer
2009.07.06: Some dubious about the mayor who cries resignation
2009.07.06: Lowery says he thinks council will vote Tuesday to declare mayor's office vacant
2009.07.06: Cohen has little to say about Herenton's announcement
2009.07.06: Special election likely delayed several weeks
2009.07.06: Lowery's seat would be "frozen"
2009.07.06: Shea Flinn: Delaying resignation may not be so easy
2009.07.06: Lowery wants time to digest news of Herenton's delay
2009.07.06: Resignation delayed
2009.07.06: Tomeka Hart says she won't be a candidate
2009.07.06: Special election won't be cheap
2009.07.06: A two-mayor Friday?
2009.07.06: Lowery team planning agenda
2009.07.06: Jerry Lawler weighing mayoral run
2009.07.06: "Draft Tomeka Hart" is latest Facebook group
2009.07.02: Le Chardonnay revealed
2009.07.02: Wharton: Black mayor "something that's been fought for"
2009.07.02: Herenton: No comment
2009.07.02: Who's on the web?
2009.07.02: Wharton would conduct national search for police director
2009.07.02: Edmund Ford Sr. considering run
2009.07.02: Concerned Herenton will go through with July 10 resignation, sources say
2009.07.02: Herenton said to be reconsidering resignation
2009.06.30: No waiting on pensions
2009.06.30: Lowery picks old-hands
2009.06.26: Lowery letter
2009.06.26: Hackett reaction
2009.06.26: Neighborhood applauds Herenton's achievements
2009.06.26: Lowery: Changes coming
2009.06.26: Quitting to save pension?
2009.06.26: Godwin denies interest
2009.06.26: The campaign has begun
2009.06.26: Lowery to retain seat
2009.06.26: Pensions approved
2009.06.26: Sammons running?
2009.06.25: Attorney opinion confirms Wharton can remain in office
2009.06.25: City Council not surprised by resignation
2009.06.25: When does Herenton actually step down?
2009.06.25: Strickland, Conrad join those interested in special election
2009.06.25: Rep. Blackburn: "end of an era"
2009.06.25: Special election likely in mid-October
2009.06.25: Wharton won't resign to run in special election
2009.06.25: Carpenter interesed in replacing Herenton
2009.06.25: Herenton resignation doesn't faze Cohen
2009.06.25: Wharton confirms intention to run in special election
2009.06.25: Support growing for Strickland
2009.06.25: Resignation could set off political dominoes
2009.06.25: Herenton confident about Congressional race
2009.06.25: Special election to be held within 90 days
2009.06.25: Wharton, Chumney add names to special election
2009.06.25: Lowery will tackle Bass Pro, Fairgrounds as interim
2009.06.25: Herenton: Good time to "move on"
2009.06.25: Herenton describes tenure as "progress"
2009.06.25: Herenton will resign effective July 10
2009.06.25: City Hall buzzing with resignation rumor

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