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MRA FOOTBALL COACH HERBERT DAVIS FEELS BETTER THAN HE HAS IN MANY YEARS, BACK AT FULL SPEED AFTER KIDNEY TRANSPLANT IN DECEMBER, READY FOR THE 2024 FOOTBALL SEASON
Madison-Ridgeland football coach Herbert Davis is making the best of what he calls a second chance in life given to him by God. Davis had a kidney transplant on Dec. 11, which he said saved his life. “There were times that I didn’t think I was going to make it...
State, defense ask court to seal Herrington case files
Prosecutors and defense attorneys have petitioned the Lafayette County Circuit Court to seal the case against the man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022. Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr. was arrested on July 22, 2022, and charged with Lee’s murder. He was indicted on a capital murder charge and has been out on a […] The post State, defense ask court to seal Herrington case files appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Legislative Day at the Jackson Zoo
Legislative Day and Ward 5 Day will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be at Livingston Park, which is located just inside the Jackson Zoo entrance. Hosted by Councilman Vernon Hartley and Representative Zakiya Summers, Ward 5 Day is an.
Reminder: Let’s Get Ready for Our Adventure Health Fair To Be Held at the Vicksburg Warren County Library at 1 pm Today
Vicksburg, MS – Excel by 5 and United Way of West Central Mississippi announce “Let’s Get Ready for Our Adventure,” a health fair focused on community health and wellness. The event will take place at the Warren County Public Library on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 12:45 PM to 6:30 PM.
Civil Rights veteran Jim Kates is returning to Natchez; ‘Black Natchez’ to be shown at NAPAC during his visit
NATCHEZ — Jim Kates, who served as a civil rights worker in Natchez in 1965, will return to the city on Monday, July 22, to talk about his experience in the Natchez movement. The film, “Black Natchez” (1967), will be shown during his visit. Kates’ event, “An Evening with Jim Kates: Reflections from a Veteran […] The post Civil Rights veteran Jim Kates is returning to Natchez; ‘Black Natchez’ to be shown at NAPAC during his visit appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Two Mississippi women severely injured in shooting, suspect on the loose
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WLBT) - Two women are left with severe injuries after LaDamian Dewanqez White, 16, repeatedly shot them. According to the Brookhaven Police Department, officers were dispatched to Ozark Lane on a shots fired call. When officers arrived, two women who had been struck by multiple rounds were discovered.
Author Ellis Nassour plans meet and greet here Tuesday
NATCHEZ – On Tuesday afternoon, Mississippi author and Vicksburg native Ellis Nassour, who wrote “Jesus Christ Superstar,” plans a meet and greet to introduce his new book, “Jesus Christ Superstar, Behind the Scenes of the Worldwide Musical Phenomenon.” The event will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at Big Muddy Inn, 411 N. Commerce St., […] The post Author Ellis Nassour plans meet and greet here Tuesday appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Historic building collapsed overnight in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) — An overnight storm caused part of a building to collapse in Grenada. The two-story building is located on the Square. The storm caused the entire front of the building to fall, scattering hundreds of bricks into the street. Locals told WTVA reporter Chris Nalls that...
Lincoln County paving projects moving along
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln County Engineer Ryan Holmes said paving projects were well on their way to being completed in a timely manner. He added Joe Magee Construction was making progress on replacement of a bridge on Auburn Road. Dickerson and Bowen spent two days this week working on paving projects in Brookhaven before going back out […] The post Lincoln County paving projects moving along appeared first on Daily Leader.
Cherry Creek Orchards’ Peach Festival
Ourmshome.com – Joy Lucius – 2024-07-18 09:38:22. SUMMARY: Last Saturday, my husband eagerly suggested visiting Cherry Creek Orchards in Pontotoc, Mississippi, for fresh peaches. Despite not knowing what prompted his idea, I quickly agreed. Cherry Creek Orchards is famous among North Mississippi locals for its fresh, seasonal produce like peaches, plums, and tomatoes. During our visit, my husband humorously insisted on buying a large box of peaches, which he bit into before even leaving the parking lot. This Saturday, Cherry Creek Orchards will host Peach Festival '24, featuring orchard tours, food trucks, crafts, kids' activities, and live music. It's a perfect day to enjoy Mississippi's finest peaches.
The Vicksburg YMCA sent 56 teens to the Christian Values Conference
The Vicksburg YMCA departed 56 teenagers on Saturday night as they took the long trip to Blue Mountain, North Carolina for the Christian Values Conference. CVC allows teenagers a chance to experience Christian values as they fellowship with teens from other parts of the United States. Vicksburg YMCA Executive Director...
Teen aims to be Mississippi’s next pro golfer
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A young golfer in Madison County aims to be the next pro golfer from Mississippi. “When I won the Randy Watkins Junior Tournament out here last year, first day I shot my personal best of 71. And then I get to the clubhouse, I’m like, I’m down to stroke. So, […]
SOAR United Boosts Literacy in Vicksburg Youth
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Each morning, Bre, a camp mentor at SOAR United/Camp Discovery is greeted by the excited faces of the students she works with. Bre’s students are among those whose reading scores were on the decline in 2023 but attend SOAR United in the hopes of getting their literacy development back on track.
City Council Meeting Recognizes Longtime Employee and Local Achievers
Tuesday night’s Picayune City Council meeting recognized several individuals for their contributions and achievements. Councilmember Anna Turnage was absent from the meeting. Janet Guidry, the Fire Station Secretary, was honored for her 32 years and 10 months of service to Picayune. Guidry noted that she was the first secretary for the fire department and helped […] The post City Council Meeting Recognizes Longtime Employee and Local Achievers appeared first on Picayune Item.
EMCC ALUMNUS DANIEL WADE TO LEAD MIGHTY LION BAND
July 18, 2024 — East Mississippi Community College has tapped Kemper County native Daniel Wade to fill the position of band director for the Mighty Lion Band. The hire represents a homecoming for Wade, who graduated from EMCC in 1999. As a student, he marched and played trombone for the Mighty Lion Band during athletic events and played saxophone during the band’s orchestra performances.
Local resturants pass health inspections
BROOKHAVEN — Three local restaurants passed recent health inspections. The Mississippi Department of Health reported the passing grades in an online database. Enterprise Drive In, located at 1643 MS-583, earned an “A” rating for the first time under new ownership. It will reopen on July 24 and be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. […] The post Local resturants pass health inspections appeared first on Daily Leader.
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