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Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log July 2 Johnson St., 83 year old female needs lift assist, no injuries. Woodland Rd., Diversicare, caller reports smell of gas near kitchen. Gordon Dr., smoke alarm. I-55 southbound, between the Batesville exits, vehicle on fire. I-55 northbound, near Exit 243, two vehicle accident, Lifeguard has been toned, BPD on […] The post Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log appeared first on The Panolian.
B’ville police cracking down on warrants
New brooms, proverbially, sweep clean. New deputy police chiefs do as well. Batesville Police are more than a half year into a new administration and Chief Dennis Darby and Deputy Chief Barry Thompson have made a series of changes, sometimes subtle, that are fundamentally altering the course of law enforcement, and crime, in the city. […] The post B’ville police cracking down on warrants appeared first on The Panolian.
Stuff the Bus set for July 27 – JA members will be at Rose’s lot
The Junior Auxiliary of Batesville will be hold its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive later this month. Donations of supplies can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to noon on July 27 at Roses Department Store parking lot and will benefit students in the South Panola School district needing school supplies and hygiene […] The post Stuff the Bus set for July 27 – JA members will be at Rose’s lot appeared first on The Panolian.
SP teacher wins top FFA Award
Includes $2K grant for school By Ian Sparks Joshua Davenport, teacher of horticulture and agriscience at South Panola, won the MSAAE 2024 Outstanding Teacher award at the 91st Mississippi FFA state convention on June 11. The convention was held at Davenport’s alma mater, Mississippi State University, where he received a Bachelors of Science and Masters […] The post SP teacher wins top FFA Award appeared first on The Panolian.
Good marriage advice helps you sleep better
By Les Ferguson, Jr. Columnist I was the officiant at a wedding this past Saturday. Like most wedding ceremonies, it was sweet, and love was very much in the air. It wasn’t a long ceremony or overly complicated. It was, however, very honoring of both families and a joyous occasion to behold and participate in. […] The post Good marriage advice helps you sleep better appeared first on The Panolian.
Exchange Scholarships Presented
The Exchange Club of Batesville recently presented two deserving students with scholarship funds for their upcoming college freshman years. Olivia Cole, a SPHS graduate, and Rowan Baker, a NDS graduate, are this year’s scholarship recipients. Making the presentation was (from left) Exchange Club members Russell Pierce, Calvin Land, and Connie Hawkins. The post Exchange Scholarships Presented appeared first on The Panolian.
Hydrangeas are strong additions to garden areas
By Eddie Smith MSU Extension Service Hydrangeas are one of my favorite plants to use in areas of my landscape that get part shade and full shade. This year, my hydrangeas have really put on a show with their colorful blooms. One of the most popular and widely grown species, the bigleaf hydrangea, has always […] The post Hydrangeas are strong additions to garden areas appeared first on The Panolian.
UM Spring Dean’s Honor Roll
The University of Mississippi recently announced students named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s Honor Roll. Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.5-3.74 are included on the list. Dean’s Honor Roll students from Panola County are: Batesville: Justin Arman, Lynzi Coleman, Marlee Grimmett, Brianna Lewelling, Archer Murphey, Sadie Shiers, Tayla Smith, and Nathan Walls. Sardis: […] The post UM Spring Dean’s Honor Roll appeared first on The Panolian.
UM Spring Chancellor’s Honor Roll
The University of Mississippi recently announced students named to the Spring 2024 Chancellor’s Honor Roll. Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.0 are included on the list. Chancellor’s Honor Roll students from Panola County are: Batesville: Lily Avery, Rebekah Bailey, Lauren Barbee, Bailey Bridges, Kaylie Burrows, Annabelle Fassnacht, Lani Goolsby, Heather Hollins, Jocelyn House, […] The post UM Spring Chancellor’s Honor Roll appeared first on The Panolian.
Locals Receive NW Scholarships
Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation held scholarship signings for Batesville students: (Front, from left) Kaedence Warren, The Storage Plus Endowed Scholarship; India Draper, The Inez Carter Fancher Endowed Scholarship; Tanezia Smith, The Shoot for the Heart Nursing Endowed Scholarship; (Second row) Lily Locke, The Jones-Pointer Endowed Scholarship; Zykerria Sanford, The Gail Wilborn Endowed Scholarship; Rowan […] The post Locals Receive NW Scholarships appeared first on The Panolian.
Panola Students Sign Scholarships
Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation held scholarship signings for Panola County students: (From left) Jakerria Smith of Pope, The Leonard Morris Endowed Scholarship; Jaylah Johnson of Como, The Elizabeth Carter Fatherree Endowed Scholarship; Amanda Bonner of Courtland, The Deanna Patterson Grant Memorial Nursing Endowed Scholarship; Mollie Henson of Pope, The Dr. Denise Bynum Endowed Scholarship; […] The post Panola Students Sign Scholarships appeared first on The Panolian.
NW Foundation Scholarships
Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation held scholarship signings for Panola County students: (Front, from left) Elizabeth Pritchard of Batesville, The Price and Bobbie Darby Endowed Scholarship; Chantia Davis of Batesville, The William Lynn and Lula Brooks Wallace Endowed Scholarship; Madison Hughes of Batesville, The Katherine (Kitty) Lee Jenkins Endowed Scholarship; Akiria Turman of Batesville, The […] The post NW Foundation Scholarships appeared first on The Panolian.
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log June 25 Hwy. 6E, Guaranty Bank, fire alarm. Boothe St., 49 year old female with head pain. June 26 Batesville Civic Center, fire alarm. Tiger Dr., South Panola High School, 9th Grade building, smoke detector. June 27 Maple Lane, 68 year old male with chest pains, Lifeguard has been toned. […] The post Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log appeared first on The Panolian.
Arkabutla archery dates set
Arkabutla archery dates set News Release The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District has announced that Arkabutla Lake will hold its special management archery deer hunt Oct. 18-20 and 25-27 The event will consist of two, three-day hunts. Applicants must have a valid Mississippi hunting license. Applications are available at the Arkabutla Lake […] The post Arkabutla archery dates set appeared first on The Panolian.
Panola County Jail Log
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. June 24 Dequan […] The post Panola County Jail Log appeared first on The Panolian.
Property Transfers
Property Transfers Compiled by Davis Coen Property transfers between June 24-28, 2024, as recorded with the Panola County Chancery Clerk: Second Judicial District Long Land Investments, Inc. to Michael R. Dyson, Lot 9, Orchard Subdivision, Section 8, Township 9, Range 7. John Wesley McCullough to John Wesley McCullough, Lots 40, 41, 47, and 48, Section […] The post Property Transfers appeared first on The Panolian.
Restaurant Inspections
Restaurant Inspections Staff report The Mississippi Department of Health conducted five food service inspections in Panola County between June 1-30 with three facilities receiving A grades. There were two B grades and no Cs assigned. Restaurants and other food facilities are required to display their inspection results with a letter grade to clearly communicate the […] The post Restaurant Inspections appeared first on The Panolian.
New Turf For The Tigers – Dunlap Stadium will have new field, lights for football
The fan experience at South Panola Tigers football games this fall will be among the best in the nation, and certainly in the Southeast, following a summer of upgrades at Robert H. Dunlap Stadium in Batesville. Superintendent Del Phillips spearheaded the drive to modernize the storied venue that has been a major part of the […] The post New Turf For The Tigers – Dunlap Stadium will have new field, lights for football appeared first on The Panolian.
Father, son charged in B’ville murder – child hit by gunfire intended for third man charged in case
Batesville Police last week charged a father and son with murder in the shooting death of Dameon Sanford last month. Arlando James Webb, 44, of 209 Draper St., surrendered to authorities on Tuesday, June 25. Orlando Jay Webb, 24, of 1303A Hentz Rd., was arrested the following day. Both were charged with murder and their […] The post Father, son charged in B’ville murder – child hit by gunfire intended for third man charged in case appeared first on The Panolian.
SP alum named new coach for Ole Miss track & field
Ole Miss track & field has added Morrie Turner as its new sprints and hurdles coach for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, head coach Connie Price-Smith announced Friday. Turner – a native of nearby Batesville – owns a decade of experience coaching the sprints and hurdles in the collegiate ranks, including most recently at South Carolina in […] The post SP alum named new coach for Ole Miss track & field appeared first on The Panolian.
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