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Sunday, September 28, 2008

Meeting a TV Icon


The best part of debate week, perhaps was meeting former NBC Nightly News anchor, Tom Brokaw. We were in Oxford on the campus quad, known as "The Grove" at Ole Miss where many media elite were hanging around. I caught up with Brokaw as he was heading to the MSNBC set to appear for pre and post debate coverage. He was a bit hasty and understandably busy, but he did stop for a picture with me. It was pretty cool to meet one of my TV idols! See below for a busy week of stories, including videos!

Debate Week: MS Democrats Rally in Oxford, VIDEO INCLUDED!


Check out my video story where I interview former MS Governor Ray Mabus and other Democrats as they rallied in Oxford the night before Friday's debate.

Debate Week: My one on one with Howard Dean, VIDEO INCLUDED!


Check out my full one on one interview with Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean. You may remember him as a 2004 presidential candidate. I pulled him aside for about 3 mintues. See the story for my one on one dialogue with the Democratic Party's leader.

Debate Week: Student Republicans React to McCain Drama, VIDEO INCLUDED!


Hey all! I'm back after a very busy debate week! I had tons of fun in Oxford, Mississippi where Barack Obama and John McCain faced off in the first presidential debate. I was on campus almost every day this past week doing stories for freelance and for FOX 40 News and fox40now.com. This first story includes VIDEO of me interviewing Republican students about the possibility that John McCain wouldn't show up. It's pretty fun stuff. More to come.

Saturday, September 20, 2008

FULL VIDEO STORY! Football Field Danger


Hey all! It's been awhile. Once again, I'm a bit behind on my website. I apologize. Check out my latest story, with full video story just like the old days! I think you'll enjoy this one. It's the most real TV story I've done in a long time. Our sports crew made me aware of some dangerous field conditions at a Jackson high school football field. Players have been injured due to a consistent muddy sinkhole mess at one field. Check it out!

Monday, September 8, 2008

General Election Kicks Off



Monday marks the official start to the general election season and Mississippi's Republicans and Democrats are ready for a fierce fight. I spoke to both parties Sunday. No video today, but more to come. Check back Wednesday for more new content.

Saturday, September 6, 2008

Mississippi Waiting on Federal Disaster Relief

No video this time, sorry. Because we are only online now, I don't always do videos. Look for more soon, though. Mississippi is looking for financial help from the federal government in response to damage left behind in our southern counties from Hurriane Gustav. It finally stopped raining here today! Its very wet still, though. Look for a new video tomorrow as I head to the Jackson State University football game and check out the impact of the stadium's new leaders.

Friday, September 5, 2008

VIDEO INCLUDED! FOX 40 News Tours South Mississippi Storm Damage


VIDEO INCLUDED! Check out one of my most in depth videos with me, interviews and more! I toured storm damage left behind from the affects of Hurricane Gustav. I toured with U.S. Senator Roger Wicker. It's good stuff, one of my favorite so far. I hope you enjoy it!

Mississippi Republicans Shed Light on Convention



Like I did with the democrats, I'm finished profiling local republicans at their convention in St. Paul...home! Check out some of their pictures they shared.

Monday, September 1, 2008

VIDEO INCLUDED! Inside FEMA Operations Center


Here's one of the first looks of me in a video story for quite awhile. I hope to be doing more like this soon. This story takes you inside FEMA's local operations center at the MEMA (Mississippi Emergency Management Agency). This is where John McCain visited Sunday. It is the state emergency operations center which is buzzing as disaster looms.

Governor Briefs Media on Gustav Sunday


Governor Barbour addresses media Sunday. Check back here for the latest on the local affects of Gustav. http://www.fox40now.com/ has all of the several storm related stories affecting the Jackson area if you want to know more.

Governor Briefs Media on Gustav Saturday


Mississippi governor Haley Barbour is holding daily briefings over the weekend as Hurricane Gustav threatens the Gulf coast.

Supplies Run Low As Gustav Approaches


Hurricane Gustav is approaching the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Because of Katrina fresh on people's minds, they are buying essential supplies and gas way ahead of time. I got a first hand look.