Mary is from Newton, Mississippi. She attended Sam Houston High School and Our Lady of the Lake University. She has an associate degree in mortuary science from San Antonio College. She attends Livingway Christian Church.

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Mary is originally from Newton, Mississippi. She has an associate's degree in mortuary science from San Antonio College. She attends Livingway Christian Church.

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Mary M. Dennis is currently the mayor of Live Oak. She was first elected in 2010 and reelected in 2022. She previously ran for a Live Oak City Council seat twice but did not win.

Mary is currently the Mayor of Live Oak. She was first elected in 2010 and reelected in 2022. She previously ran for the Live Oak City Council twice, but did not win.

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As of March 25, 2026, Mary M. Dennis did not have a website or any information online.

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Said, "Live Oak must address water stability and state-mandated property tax reductions. I am committed to protecting our water supply and stabilizing city revenue while minimizing financial pressure on you."

- Said, "Live Oak must address water stability and state-mandated property tax reductions. I am committed to protecting our water supply and stabilizing city revenue while minimizing financial pressure on you."

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Supports local businesses and using tax dollars wisely.

Mary is from Newton, Mississippi. She has an associate degree in mortuary science from San Antonio College. She attends Livingway Christian Church.

Mary is currently the mayor of Live Oak. She was first elected in 2010 and reelected in 2022. She previously ran for a Live Oak City Council seat twice but did not win.

As of March 25, 2026, Mary M. Dennis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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