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JDC students participate in program at Ole Miss
Two Jefferson Davis County Middle School students experienced a week at Ole Miss for a Pre-College Program called Ethical U. Kaidyn Barnes and Ahmari Braddy were selected to attend this program June 16-21. Ethical U was a one-week summer immersion program put on by the Pre-College Department at The University of Mississippi. It focused on […] The post JDC students participate in program at Ole Miss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Beware of scam in JDC
There is a new scam affecting residents in Jefferson Davis County. A male is knocking on doors claiming to be with DirectTVor Dish Network insisting that the homeowner needs an equipment upgrade. He is requesting payment for this service and even has information on the residents such as name and age. He first approached several […] The post Beware of scam in JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
WDAM 7 Morning Commute for Tuesday, June 25 - Green Light Alert
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The summer road work season is in full swing! Here’s what you need to know for your morning commute. On Tuesday, drivers along U.S. 45 in Clarke County can expect delays at the intersection of County Road 280 due to utility work between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Law enforcement will be on the scene to help direct traffic.
Bids awarded at second June board meeting
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of June Monday in the board room in Prentiss. After prayer was offered by President Michael Evans, the board approved the agenda. Bids for cold mix were open with the bid being awarded to Dunn Roadbuilders for $145 per ton for a four-month […] The post Bids awarded at second June board meeting appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local youth place in 4-H competition
Four youth represented Jefferson Davis County at the SE District 4-H Project Achievement Day sponsored by Mississippi State University Extension. The event was held at the PRCC Lowery Woodall in Hattiesburg on June 11. All four placed in their respective contest and presentation categories. They also participated in make and take creative arts. Youth were […] The post Local youth place in 4-H competition appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local graduates receive Run for the Roses scholarship
In conjunction with the annual Run for the Roses 5K event held each spring, high school seniors had an opportunity to compete for scholarship funds to be applied to higher education expenses at the institution of their choice. Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson Davis County, a high school senior graduating in 2024 and […] The post Local graduates receive Run for the Roses scholarship appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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