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Bobo will lead Cougars football – Won district titles at Melrose HS
North Panola High School officially introduced Derrick Bobo of Memphis as the new head football coach for the Cougars at an event on campus Monday. Bobo comes to the Sardis school from Melrose HS in Memphis where he led the school to consecutive district championships. “In looking at the film and evaluating the talent around […] The post Bobo will lead Cougars football – Won district titles at Melrose HS appeared first on The Panolian.
Leroy Matthews chosen state DAC commander
By Harold Brummett Denmark Star Route I traveled to the Disabled American Veterans convention held in Gulfport last weekend. One of the things I remember is how long it took to get to the Coast. The road stretched on forever. The Coast has never held any allure for me. I am not particularly fond of […] The post Leroy Matthews chosen state DAC commander appeared first on The Panolian.
Wedding Anniversary Photo Contest
Let’s help you celebrate your milestone anniversary. We are looking for anniversary photos to feature in our next Batesville and Beyond, Spring edition. By entering your photo, you could be featured in the glossy magazine, and have a chance to win a subscription to The Panolian. Hurry, deadline to enter is Friday, April 19. The post Wedding Anniversary Photo Contest appeared first on The Panolian.
Vick has champion Mississippi bred female at Dixie National Junior Round-up Angus Show
Patricks Ms Advance K67 won champion Mississippi bred female at the 2024 Dixie National Junior Round-Up Angus Show, Feb. 5-6 in Jackson. Mollie Vick of Pope owns the February 2022 daughter of Stevenson Turning Point. Barry Nowatzke, Michigan City, Ind., evaluated the 74 entries. Photo by Show Champions. The post Vick has champion Mississippi bred female at Dixie National Junior Round-up Angus Show appeared first on The Panolian.
One death in accident on Hwy. 3
On Thursday, April 11, at approximately 7:14 a.m., the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a crash on Highway 3 in Quitman County. A 2020 Kia Optima driven by 20-year-old Christian D. Hodges of Bartlett, TN, was traveling north on Highway 3 when it entered into the southbound lane, colliding with a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado driven […] The post One death in accident on Hwy. 3 appeared first on The Panolian.
Property Transfers
Compiled by Davis Coen Property transfers between April 1-5, 2024, as recorded with the Panola County Chancery Clerk: Second Judicial District Dalton and John McCollum to Dalton McCollum, A fractional part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 8 South, Range 8 West. Dalton and John McCollum to John McCollum, A fractional part of […] The post Property Transfers appeared first on The Panolian.
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log
April 2 Eureka St., elderly female has COPD and is congested. Dogwood Heights, 43 year old male has overdosed, possibly fentyle. Hwy. 6E, past Good Hope Rd., vehicle accident, caller reports school bus involved. April 4 Cedarcrest Circle, 36 year old female having a seizure. Jackson St., 55 year old male with multiple spasms. Jackson […] The post Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log appeared first on The Panolian.
Panola County Jail Log
Compiled by Brad Greer This list was taken from the log at the Panola County Jail. A name listed does not indicate that a person is guilty of the crime with which they are charged, only that the person has been taken to, and processed at, the facility. March 31 Chance Dodyssey Griffin, 2761 Hentz […] The post Panola County Jail Log appeared first on The Panolian.
‘A republic, if you can keep it’
By Michael Watson Secretary of State When Benjamin Franklin was once asked what type of government the Constitutional Convention adopted, his cautionary response was, “A republic, if you can keep it.” The U.S. Constitution was designed to create a system of checks and balances, preventing one branch of the federal government from becoming too powerful […] The post ‘A republic, if you can keep it’ appeared first on The Panolian.
North Delta Volleyball Team preparing for competition
North Delta School is introducing a new sport to the school – volleyball at the high school level. Elementary teacher Lauren Lee will be the head coach, and has held introductory clinics to cover fundamentals and teach the rules. Lee coached military kids on bases and was an assistant high school coach in Tennessee before […] The post North Delta Volleyball Team preparing for competition appeared first on The Panolian.
Chief Darby addresses citizens about crime
Two months after being named Chief of Police in Batesville, Dennis Darby this week issued an open letter to the city’s residents outlining his assessment of the state of crime and punishment in the city. The letter was delivered by hand to The Panolian office on Tuesday. It reads: “On February 9, 2024, I swore […] The post Chief Darby addresses citizens about crime appeared first on The Panolian.
Low-maintenance coleus are a true delight to grow
By Eddie Smith MSU Extension Service I have always been amazed at the diversity of colorful coleus plants. Their foliage offers a dazzling array of impressive hues and patterns. The most remarkable aspect of coleus plants is undoubtedly their vibrant leaves. From fiery reds and oranges to deep purples and lush greens, their colors span […] The post Low-maintenance coleus are a true delight to grow appeared first on The Panolian.
Bird flu health risks to public remain low despite human case
By Nathan Gregory MSU Extension Service The transmission risk of H5N1 bird flu to humans remains minimal despite a rise in confirmed cases in dairy cows and poultry in several states and the first known case of a person catching the virus from a mammal. Since the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed detections March 25 […] The post Bird flu health risks to public remain low despite human case appeared first on The Panolian.
SP falls to Grenada, Lafayette
Tigers back in action Friday at Lake Cormorant Having picked up their first district win on the road April 1 with a 12-1 win over Grenada, South Panola looked to sweep the Chargers on Friday, but could not complete the comeback at home as Grenada squeezed out a 6-5 victory in eight innings. South Panola […] The post SP falls to Grenada, Lafayette appeared first on The Panolian.
NDS Class of ‘14 holds reunion
Members of the North Delta School Class of 2014 held a 10 year reunion on Saturday, April 6, at The Harrison on the Batesville Square. Classmates were joined by their spouses and friends for an evening of celebration and live music provided by The Aviators, a local band that includes some of the Green Wave […] The post NDS Class of ‘14 holds reunion appeared first on The Panolian.
Fixing PERS in 5 ‘not so easy’ steps
By Russ Latino Magnolia Tribune As state leaders grapple with how to address a growing unfunded liability in the Mississippi’s Public Employee Retirement System, here are five not so easy steps to honor the promises made to current employees and retirees, ensure long-term solvency, and protect taxpayers. Step 1. Admit There Is A Problem The […] The post Fixing PERS in 5 ‘not so easy’ steps appeared first on The Panolian.
Softball keeps winning; blanks OB twice
Lady Tigers play No. 1 NW Rankin tight, lose 2-1 South Panola continued its dominance in Region 1-6A softball play last week, blanking Olive Branch 15-0 in three innings Thursday to remain undefeated in district at 6-0. The Lady Tigers have out-scored their opponents 76-7 in district games this season. South Panola traveled to Desoto […] The post Softball keeps winning; blanks OB twice appeared first on The Panolian.
DAR Society Meeting in Sardis
The members of the James Gilliam Chapter – Mississippi State Society Daughters of the American Revolution held their March meeting at the Heflin House in Sardis Rachel Cumming Tate presented a program regarding the First Families of Mississippi and the interesting and fun facts that can be found in researching family history. Pictured are Chapter […] The post DAR Society Meeting in Sardis appeared first on The Panolian.
Como man charged in death of baby – Bond denied in capital murder case
Bail was denied Monday for the man arrested last week and charged with capital murder in the death of a baby. Matthew Zachary Brown, 23, was arrested on April 4 after an investigation into the death of a 1-year-old child that was in his care. On March 22, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to […] The post Como man charged in death of baby – Bond denied in capital murder case appeared first on The Panolian.
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