Olive Branch to Celebrate Trailblazing Judge Bernice Bouie Donald with Special Honor at Upcoming Aldermen Meeting

Olive Branch, MS – In a significant acknowledgment of a local luminary, the City of Olive Branch will unveil a tribute to Judge Bernice Bouie Donald, an esteemed native and groundbreaking jurist, during the upcoming Board of Aldermen meeting on February 4. The celebration aims to commemorate her pioneering contributions both locally and nationally. Mayor Ken Adams, who discussed this acknowledgment in his recent newsletter, credited Judge Donald as a trailblazer who has left an indelible mark on the community. Her roots in Olive Branch run deep, having been one of the first African Americans … Read more

Istanbul Lawyer Arrested After European Council Meeting Claims Detention is Politically Motivated

Istanbul, Turkey – Fırat Epözdemir, a prominent member of the Istanbul Bar Association Board of Directors, was detained upon his arrival at Istanbul Airport on January 23. Epözdemir had been returning from a meeting at the European Council in Strasbourg, which was focused on defending human rights. Following his detention, Epözdemir was transported to Metris Prison. His arrest has sparked considerable concern among legal professionals and human rights activists, both domestically and internationally. Epözdemir has publicly addressed his arrest via social media, expressing gratitude towards his colleagues and supporters. Notably, he thanked Prof. Dr. İbrahim … Read more

South Dakota City Council Called Out for Voting in Secret, Defying Open Meeting Laws

Watertown, SD — Local governance and transparency are under scrutiny in Watertown as allegations surface regarding the City Council’s practices of casting votes behind closed doors, raising concerns about the violation of open meeting laws. This issue isn’t isolated but reflective of a broader pattern observed in various municipal governments, where decisions meant to be public are made in private, escaping the eyes of the citizenry. In a notable case, the South Dakota Citizens for Liberty initiated legal action against the Rapid City Area School District (RCAS) in November 2021, citing breaches of mandated transparency. … Read more

Boone County’s Progress and Future Plans Unveiled by Judge-Executive Gary Moore at Florence Rotary Club Meeting

Florence, KY – Boone County Judge-Executive Gary Moore is scheduled to address the Rotary Club of Florence on Monday, outlining the past achievements of the county and his vision for the coming year. This address is part of the club’s weekly meeting which will take place at the Northern Kentucky Area Development District offices on Spiral Drive, starting with a lunch buffet at 11:45 a.m. Gary Moore, who has been serving as Boone County’s Judge/Executive since 1998, stands as a veteran in local government management. This role positions him as the principal elected official of … Read more