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April 12, 2026

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Osyka Swears in New Mayor and Board Members

Osyka Swears in New Mayor and Board Members

OSYKA SWEARS IN NEW MAYOR & BOARD MEMBERS OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Mayor Jamie Harrell is sworn in by Judge Aubrey Rimes, as his wife, Dianne, holds the Bible. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.) OSYKA SWEARING IN...

OSYKA SWEARS IN NEW MAYOR & BOARD MEMBERS OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Mayor Jamie Harrell is sworn in by Judge Aubrey Rimes, as his wife, Dianne, holds the Bible. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.) OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Pictured is the family of the late Mayor Ken Morris, who received a heartfelt plaque in his honor. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.) OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Alderwoman Janice Williams shares a warm embrace with Karlene Morris, wife of the late Mayor Ken Morris, while presenting a heartfelt and memorable plaque in his honor. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.) OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Judge Aubrey Rimes administers the oath of office to Aldermen Jimmy Phelps, Carey Christian, Ken Morris, Jr., Janice Williams, and Earl Alleman, II during the swearing-in ceremony. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.) OSYKA SWEARING IN CEREMONY--- Judge Aubrey Rimes administers the oath of office to Aldermen. (GAZETTE photos by Nancy Morris.)