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Check out my latest reporting work in the posts below.

Monday, October 27, 2008

VIDEO INCLUDED: Church Fire Injures Firefighter

Just as I was about to leave for the night on Sunday at about 9:30, reports of a church fire came over our scanners. I grabbed a photographer and hustled out the door and we were the first at the scene of a church fire. First, it was heavy smoke, then the steeple was in flames. No one was inside, but a firefighter was injured. He seemed to be doing okay when we left. Check out one of my more interesting VIDEO stories here in Jackson. You'll see me at the scene of the fire and our fancy new name graphics!

Saturday, October 25, 2008

VIDEO INCLUDED: U.S. Senate Candidates Share Campaign Trail

It's just 10 days til the November election and Mississippi's U.S. Senate race is getting national attention as one of the three closest races in the country. Saturday, I spoke one-on-one with both candidates in a rare scenario where the two were campaigning in the same place...the Jackson State University homecoming football game. Check out my interviews in this brand new VIDEO story.

VIDEO INCLUDED: Economic Concerns Parking Football Fans



The economy is in a huge slump...that's obvious. I found out how the economy is impacting travel to high school football road games. Even thought gas prices have fallen considerably, football families are still having to cut corners during tough times in order to make sure they can attend their kids' games. Check out the video!

Friday, October 24, 2008

LIVE Update

Hey all!


It's been a month, I know. I'm finally getting around to updating my page. Below are 3 new video stories to check out. It's been a frustrating few months, but we are closer to getting on-air and I'm optimistic. It looks like equipment should finally be coming soon. Enjoy the website for now! Love you all.


-Matt

Secretary of State Weighs in on Election Concerns


I spoke one on one with Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann recently about his concerns going into the upcoming elections. I caught up with him just before a group was meeting to discuss reforming Mississippi election laws. Check out my interview in this VIDEO story.

VIDEO INCLUDED: Elderly Voters Rally in Jackson


I spoke with some elderly voters at a Jackson nursing home this past week. Don't forget about the older folks this election season. Their concerns of social security and health care are certainly ones they'll consider when selecting our next president. Check out this new VIDEO story!

VIDEO INCLUDED: Congressional Leader Stumps for Obama in Jackson

U.S. Congressman James Clyburn, a Democrat from South Carolina stumped for Barack Obama in Jackson this past weekend. I didn't get to speak one on one with him, but did talk to voters who attended the rally. Check out this newly posted VIDEO story.