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NP Cougars Make Quarterfinals
The North Panola High School boys basketball team has advanced to the quarter finals round of the playoffs, and will take on Booneville High School Saturday, Feb. 24, at Northeast Mississippi Community College. The Cougars have beaten Nettleton and Amanda Elzy in their playoff run. (Deon Blanchard) The post NP Cougars Make Quarterfinals appeared first on The Panolian.
Colyer Wins Young Miss Panola County Title
Aubree Grace Colyer was crowned Young Miss Panola County at the Magnolia Preliminary Pageant held at Grenada on Feb. 10. Aubree Grace is the 9-year old daughter of Billye Lynne Colyer and Danny Bright of Courtland. Grandparents are Billy and Cindy Prince of Batesville and Jerry and Sandra Colyer of Indianola. Great-grandmother is Lillian Prince […] The post Colyer Wins Young Miss Panola County Title appeared first on The Panolian.
City Clerk retiring after 30 year career
City Clerk Susan Berryhill has informed the Batesville Mayor and Board of Aldermen that she will officially retire in June with more than 30 years of service in City Hall. Berryhill began her public service career in the city’s Utilities Department in the days when meters were read by employees who recorded the numbers with […] The post City Clerk retiring after 30 year career appeared first on The Panolian.
Outstanding Eagle Award Goes to Bob Dunlap
Bob Dunlap, Batesville-Oxford businessman, has been presented the National Eagle Scout Association Outstanding Eagle Award. The presentation was made by Casey Norword (right), Scout Executive of the Chickasaw Council, with Owe McCulloch, Scout Executive of Natchez Trace Council. Dunlap, CEO of Dunlap and Kyle, has been a lifelong supporter of Scouting. The post Outstanding Eagle Award Goes to Bob Dunlap appeared first on The Panolian.
Party lines to mobiles, the little devils track us
By Ricky Swindle Muffler Shop Musings Howdy, friends! I turned 60 years old on February 20th. The big 6-0. If I knew I would have lived this long, I would’ve taken better care of myself. Of all the changes I’ve witnessed the past 60 years, in my opinion, the telephone has got to be in […] The post Party lines to mobiles, the little devils track us appeared first on The Panolian.
Tigers blank Lafayette 12-0; have outscored first two opponents 27-0
The South Panola baseball team continued its offensive firepower with a 12-0 shutout victory over Lafayette County in five innings Friday (Feb.16). The Tigers opened the season up with a 15-0 blanking of Cleveland Central Thursday, Feb.15. A trio of South Panola pitchers handcuffed the Lafayette County offense on four hits as Landon Dickinson, Will […] The post Tigers blank Lafayette 12-0; have outscored first two opponents 27-0 appeared first on The Panolian.
Green Wave 2-1 on young season
After winning their first two games rather handley against Carroll Academy (11-1) and Strayhorn (20-5), North Delta School suffered its first loss of the season Saturday (Feb.17) to Pillow Academy, 14-4 in six innings. The Mustangs broke open a 5-2 game in the fourth with five runs in the fifth and four in the sixth. […] The post Green Wave 2-1 on young season appeared first on The Panolian.
Purple Parrot Pumpkin Cheesecake and a lot of writing under the bridge
In the late 1990s I was asked by my local newspaper to write a weekly food column. I politely declined citing an overloaded schedule and lack of any known writing skills. They were persistent and kept asking until one day, after the fourth or fifth ask, I gave in and agreed. Once that first column […] The post Purple Parrot Pumpkin Cheesecake and a lot of writing under the bridge appeared first on The Panolian.
Super Bowl 58 wasn’t a total loss
By Kara Kimbrough Super Bowl 58 has come and gone, quickly replaced last week with Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras hype. But that didn’t stop me from putting into practice some really good tips I picked up at a Super Bowl gathering I attended. Since they’re ones that can be utilized all year, not just […] The post Super Bowl 58 wasn’t a total loss appeared first on The Panolian.
City board approves new Asst. Chief of Police
Batesville aldermen on Thursday approved the promotion of Barry Thompson to Deputy Chief of Police. The naming of a new assistant is among the first personnel changes in the department as new Chief Dennis Darby organizes his staff. Thompson is a 25-year law enforcement veteran, all in Panola County. The 1996 South Panola High School […] The post City board approves new Asst. Chief of Police appeared first on The Panolian.
Deep roots keep us grounded
By Mary Murphy New Enon Community The armor of truth, justice, peace, salvation and the word of God, will give you strength to stand. Rosa Parks is considered one of those, who was willing to stand for good and righteousness. She was called the mother of the civil right movement. Rosa refused to relinquish her […] The post Deep roots keep us grounded appeared first on The Panolian.
Panola’s Administrator Kate Victor hired as Lafayette County Administrator
Panola County’s Administrator Kate Victor has been hired to become the County Administrator for Lafayette County starting in March. Victor will replace Lisa Carwyle, who has served as County Administrator for Lafayette County since 2016. Previous to that she was the Oxford City Clerk for 13 years. Carwyle will be retiring in March. Victor has […] The post Panola’s Administrator Kate Victor hired as Lafayette County Administrator appeared first on The Panolian.
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log
Feb. 6 Hwy. 51N, Family Dollar, smell of smoke in the store. Jackson St., 48 year old female has a swollen foot, can’t put any pressure on it. Hwy. 51S, lift assist needed. Patton Lane, residential fire alarm. Feb. 7 Hwy. 51S, Skyline Motel, 29 year old male with swelling in his groin area. Power […] The post Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log appeared first on The Panolian.
Mt. Olivet FD sets meeting
Staff Report The members of Mt. Olivet Fire Dept. will hold their annual business meeting on Tuesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. All are invited to attend. Pizza will be provided. Contact Judy French at 609-2657 with questions. The post Mt. Olivet FD sets meeting appeared first on The Panolian.
4-H Shooting Sports Registration open
4-H Shooting Sports Registration open Staff Report Panola County 4-H has opened registration for the 2024 4-H Shooting Sports season. Disciplines being offered include rifle, pistol, shotgun, muzzleloading, and archery. Youth ages 8 to 18 are eligible for certain disciplines. Registration packets may be picked up at the Extension Office at 245 Eureka Street or […] The post 4-H Shooting Sports Registration open appeared first on The Panolian.
Baptist Memorial opens Urgent Care Center
News Release Baptist Memorial Health Care this week announced the opening of 10 Baptist Urgent Care Centers today across three states, including a location in Batesville. Baptist Urgent Care is a joint venture partnership between Baptist Memorial Health Care and Urgent Team Family of Urgent Care & Walk-In Centers, one of the largest independent operators […] The post Baptist Memorial opens Urgent Care Center appeared first on The Panolian.
Baddour Center benefit includes locals
Cutline1: West Cutline2: Cook Dancing For Our Stars set for Feb. 24 News Release On Saturday, Feb. 24, members of the local and surrounding communities will compete in a TV-style dance-off to raise money for The Baddour Center, a residential community for adults with intellectual disabilities. “We are so excited about the incredible lineup we […] The post Baddour Center benefit includes locals appeared first on The Panolian.
Drive them around while you can
By Ricky Swindle Muffler Shop Musings Howdy, friends! I reached another milestone in my life Friday because my oldest GrandHeathen Son reached a milestone in his life. He got his drivers permit. Time has definitely marched on the past few years and it does not seem right. Too fast. I enjoy picking him up from […] The post Drive them around while you can appeared first on The Panolian.
Presley’s solar venture has interesting political frame
By Sid Salter Columnist Brandon Presley’s new post-election employment in the private sector solar energy business has some interesting political framing. The announcement of the 2023 Democratic Party gubernatorial nominee and longtime Northern District Public Service commissioner’s new gig made a splash in green energy circles around the country. Lexington, Kentucky-based Edelen Renewables announced this […] The post Presley’s solar venture has interesting political frame appeared first on The Panolian.
It’s easier than you think to have a Garden of Eatin’
Got fruit? It’s easier than most folks realize to have a beautiful Garden of Eatin’ scattered with practical plants that also produce edible fruits. No matter how much we enjoy flowers, foliage, and fragrance, it’s even better to have something that when you tire of looking at it, you can eat! I was incredibly fortunate […] The post It’s easier than you think to have a Garden of Eatin’ appeared first on The Panolian.
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