It was a historic day, Friday, January 3, 2025 as Jackson County’s first black prosecutor, Attorney Melesa Johnson was sworn-in. Shown administering the oath is The Honorable Judge Lisa White Hardwick, accompanied by other black judges who Judge Hardwick said “symbolize 25 years of progress in our system.” To view a video of the ceremony, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNono6CIvXI.
