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Ellisville State School celebrates longtime employees
Ellisville State School held its annual Employee Appreciation Program in October to honor the employee’s years of service and dedication at ESS. This year, ESS honored 137 people, and each employee received certificates and gifts for their service in five-year increments. Twenty-three employees had 25 years or more consecutive years of service at ESS. Judy […] The post Ellisville State School celebrates longtime employees appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local football standouts selected for all-star play
Jefferson Davis County is full of talented athletes. Four of them have been chosen to play in all-star games in the next few weeks. Seniors Blain Rogers, Dylan Martin and Keegan May will represent Prentiss Christian School in the MAIS All-Star game. Rogers was a punter for the Saints, while Martin served as quarterback and […] The post Local football standouts selected for all-star play appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Project H.O.P.E. receives early childhood grant
Project H.O.P.E. Community Services, Inc. is one of nine communities to receive a $2,000 planning grant from Children’s Foundation of Mississippi to establish an Early Childhood Council in Jefferson Davis County. The Children’s Foundation of Mississippi is an independent operating foundation focused on improving the policies and systems that affect the well-being of children in […] The post Project H.O.P.E. receives early childhood grant appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Ribbon cutting held for new Justice Complex in Prentiss
Supervisors, law enforcement officers, mayors, and other officials and community members were present for the ribbon cutting held Monday for the new Justice Complex in Prentiss. The four-acre site is just south of the Highway 13 and Highway 84 interchange on Industrial Park Lane. James Harrell offered prayer before Sheriff Ron Strickland officially cut the […] The post Ribbon cutting held for new Justice Complex in Prentiss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Veterans honored with parade and program in Prentiss
Jefferson Davis County Second Annual Antique Car Show, Veterans Day Parade and Program was held Nov. 11 in downtown Prentiss with over 100 people in attendance, including 30 Veterans. The event was presented by the Jefferson Davis County Chamber of Commerce and the JDC Veterans Service Office. Sponsors for the event were the Jefferson Davis […] The post Veterans honored with parade and program in Prentiss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss and Bassfield Christmas activities announced
The Christmas season is going to be in full swing in Jefferson Davis County on Dec. 9 starting with a Christmas Parade in downtown Prentiss. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at the Jeffersonian Motor Inn and will conclude at Fifth Street. The parade is sponsored by the Jefferson Davis County Chamber of Commerce. Prizes […] The post Prentiss and Bassfield Christmas activities announced appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Officials searching for suspect after attempted robbery at Regions Bank in Bassfield Thursday afternoon
There was an attempted robbery at Regions Bank in Bassfield Thursday afternoon. Officials say a black female with her face covered, wearing a black hoody and white gloves rushed into the bank at approximately 3 p.m. She was seen walking down Hawkins Avenue before entering the bank. She pulled a gun, pointed it toward a […] The post Officials searching for suspect after attempted robbery at Regions Bank in Bassfield Thursday afternoon appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
New JDC Board of Supervisors set for 2024 after Tuesday’s election
Over half of the 8,323 registered voters in Jefferson Davis County voted in the General Election Tuesday with 4,299 votes cast. In the District 2 Supervisor’s race, Republican candidate Ricky Barrett defeated Democratic candidate Derek “Squealer” Hall and Independent candidate John Emmitt Stamps. Barrett received 406 votes to Hall’s 382 and Stamps’ 154. Democratic candidate […] The post New JDC Board of Supervisors set for 2024 after Tuesday’s election appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Two JDC properties made most endangered list
Two Jefferson Davis County structures, one in Bassfield and one in Prentiss, have been named to the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in Mississippi. The Mississippi Heritage Trust announced the 14th list of the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in Mississippi on Oct. 19 at Hal and Mal’s in Jackson. “The Mississippi Heritage Trust’s Top […] The post Two JDC properties made most endangered list appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC designated StormReady community
Jefferson Davis County has been named a StormReady county. Officials with the National Weather Service in Jackson made the presentation to Jefferson Davis County Emergency Management Director Jocelyn Ragsdale on Oct. 18. “Being storm ready moves Jefferson Davis County one step toward greater community resilience,” said Ragsdale. “Moving in a...
Time is winding down to absentee vote before Tuesday’s election
Time is winding down for absentee voting for the Nov. 7 General Election. Anyone who will be out of town on Election Day, is in college, is over the age of 65, or is not physically able to go to the polls, can vote absentee through this Saturday. Voters should bring a photo ID with […] The post Time is winding down to absentee vote before Tuesday’s election appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Fire warning in place for JDC
Elevated to critical fire weather conditions are expected this week and Red Flag warnings are in place for Jefferson Davis County. A Red Flag Warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring. According to the Mississippi Forestry Commission the combination of dry air moving into the area, gusty conditions and existing dry ground conditions result […] The post Fire warning in place for JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Planned power outage Thursday; schools dismissing early
Entergy Mississippi has a planned outage to replace a power pole tomorrow beginning at 1 p.m. and will last approximately four hours. If you are an Entergy customer inside the Prentiss city limits, you will be without power during this time. Due to the power outage, the Jefferson Davis County School District will release from […] The post Planned power outage Thursday; schools dismissing early appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC Chamber of Commerce holds successful fall worshop
The Jefferson Davis County Chamber of Commerce Partnership held a fall workshop Oct. 24 at the Rosenwald Building at Prentiss Institute. The topic of the workshop was “Why transportation is important to the community.” Guest speakers were Joyce Strickland and Konchetta Barnes of Five Country Transportation and Valerie Cooper of Hancock Whitney Bank. Five Country […] The post JDC Chamber of Commerce holds successful fall worshop appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Fuel business planning location on Highway 84
Scott Petroleum is making preparations to bring business to Highway 84 in Prentiss. The company is currently in negotiations with the Town of Prentiss to lease the blue KLH building on John Street Extension. Senior Business Development Manager Gary Murphree was at the Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors meeting Monday morning and said he […] The post Fuel business planning location on Highway 84 appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Almost time for Trick-or-Treat
Creepy critters, ghouls, monsters, movie characters and adorable children will soon be asking for treats at the front doors of residences all across Jefferson Davis County. Trick-or-Treat for the Town of Prentiss will be held Oct. 31, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. for children 12 and under. “We encourage those that wish to participate […] The post Almost time for Trick-or-Treat appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Central dispatch for Prentiss and county closer to reality
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met Monday morning at the board room in Prentiss. Board Attorney Wes Daughdrill opened with prayer before the agenda was approved. Law enforcement officials, municipal leaders and AAA employees packed the room for the first item on the agenda. Prentiss officials have been...
Absentee voting now open for Nov. 7 General Election
Absentee voting is now open for the Nov. 7 General Election. Anyone who will be out of town on Election Day, is in college, is over the age of 65, or is not physically able to go to the polls, can vote absentee. Voters should bring a photo ID with them Jefferson Davis Circuit Clerk […] The post Absentee voting now open for Nov. 7 General Election appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Driver arrested in Prentiss shooting
Officers with the Prentiss Police Department have arrested the driver in last month’s drive-by shooting. Devontae Walker, 23, of Pinola, was driving the vehicle involved and surrendered to law enforcement Oct. 4. Prentiss Police Chief Richard Browning says Walker was using his girlfriend’s car at the time of the shooting. He was charged with two […] The post Driver arrested in Prentiss shooting appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCH students sent to hospital after drug use on campus
A JDC Drug Task Force Committee has been created by JDC Superintendent Ike Haynes after the recent drug issues at Jefferson Davis County High School. Eight students were taken by ambulance to Jefferson Davis Community Hospital after students were sold gummies on campus that were laced with drugs. Two students were affected one Friday, with […] The post JDCH students sent to hospital after drug use on campus appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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