Ellington

Brad Oberhousen, a Democrat who is running against Republican incumbent Jim Ellington for the House District 73 race, is currently leading with 53 votes. His win could signal a much needed gain for Democrats who are fighting to hold their own in the House.

Oberhousen said today that Hinds County Election Commission is still counting about 100 affidavit ballots, but he felt confident that he would win the race. Oberhousen also said that he did not plan to switch parties.

The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reported today that Democratic Rep. Donnie Bell of Fulton has switched to the Republican party. Bell's switch will likely give Republicans full control of the house.