Political, business leaders silent as Hutchinson refuses to veto
Same-sex marriage sweeps the Deep South
An estimated 600 couples wed during week-long period in May
Gay man claims he lost his job after revealing plans to marry partner
Litigation joins Missouri lawsuit pending before federal appeals court
Decision includes stay pending resolution of appeal, so no gay nuptials for now
Reality show star opposed measure
A first for the Bible Belt
Healthcare won't be offered to employee spouses
Justices may not make decision on lawsuit before the year's end