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New welding class available for JDC Middle School students
There is a new, exciting opportunity for students at Jefferson Davis County Middle School. The Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center is offering a welding class specifically designed for middle school students to introduce them to the possibilities and benefits of acquiring this valuable skill. Welding is a practical and in-demand skill that can open a […] The post New welding class available for JDC Middle School students appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Bassfield woman wins Cash Pop lottery
A Bassfield woman is $1,250 richer after playing the Cash Pop lottery. Her winning number was drawn May 17 on a ticket she purchased at the Fleetway Shell on Columbia Avenue in Prentiss. The post Bassfield woman wins Cash Pop lottery appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Awards presented at the annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet
The Jefferson Davis County Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet Tuesday evening at the Rosenwald Building on the Prentiss Institute campus. Master of Ceremonies for the banquet was Robert Young. Entertainment was provided by Aiden Young. The first award of the night was the STAR Student and Teacher awards. The STAR Student must be […] The post Awards presented at the annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss cold case solved, makes state history
A 2020 Prentiss Police cold case has now been solved using genealogy. It is the first rape case to ever be solved in the State of Mississippi using this method. On Jan. 15 2020, a woman was brutally attacked on First Street in Prentiss. An unknown male assailant pulled the woman into an abandoned house, […] The post Prentiss cold case solved, makes state history appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Book signing for local authors at Beaver Creek Saturday
Local authors Dori Lowe and Brandi Perry will be at Beaver Creek Distillery May 18 from noon until 6 p.m. signing copies of their new travel book, 100 Things to Do in Mississippi Before You Die. The signing is part of Beaver Creek’s Books and Gin series which will also include live music by Holley […] The post Book signing for local authors at Beaver Creek Saturday appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local officers remembered during National Police Week
Flowers were placed at Prentiss City Hall and the Jefferson Davis County Courthouse on Peace Officers Memorial Day Monday in memory of local law enforcement officers that were killed in the line of duty while serving the Town of Prentiss and Jefferson Davis County. Prentiss Police Officer Ron Jones was killed on Dec. 26, 2001, […] The post Local officers remembered during National Police Week appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Area residents winning big in lottery
A Prentiss woman won $1,000 today playing the Mississippi Lottery. She won a $20 Cash Blitz scratch-off ticket she purchased from the Fleet Way #167 in Sumrall. Last Thursday, a Lawrence County man won $100,000 on a Powerball ticket he purchased from B-Kwik #13 in Columbia. The same day, a New Hebron player won $1,000 […] The post Area residents winning big in lottery appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Thornton to be speaker for annual Memorial Day ceremony
Veterans of all services, eras, and wars along with their families and friends are invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 9 a.m. May 27. The ceremony will be held in front of the Jefferson Davis County Courthouse and is being coordinated by the Jefferson Davis County Veterans Affairs office and the Town […] The post Thornton to be speaker for annual Memorial Day ceremony appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Students of the Year named at the Fortenberry Career Center
The Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center recently announced the 2024 Students of the Year. Earning awards were Lane Harvey, Engineering; Harmony Longino, JROTC; William McNair, Agriculture; Jagger Neal, Welding; Jacob Daughdrill, Electrical; Kaleb Magee, Health Science and Damaya Eskew, Educator Prep. All 2023-2024 Students of the Year were each rewarded with a $50 Regions Bank […] The post Students of the Year named at the Fortenberry Career Center appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Former county employees remembered with resolution
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors recently honored two former employees by presenting resolutions to their family members. Investigator John Wayne Tolar served the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department faithfully for over 11 years. Tolar died in May 2023 at age 66. A resolution was presented to his wife, Delma Tolar. “We are grateful […] The post Former county employees remembered with resolution appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Double Ponds Water Association robbed
The Double Ponds Water Association office on Columbia Avenue was robbed last week. The perpetrator broke in the front door at approximately 3 a.m. on May 2 and took money from the cash register and the safe. He also ransacked the office. “The guy made several mistakes,” said Prentiss Police Chief Richard Browning. “Because of […] The post Double Ponds Water Association robbed appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Mitch Williams to speak at annual Chamber of Commerce banquet
The annual Jefferson Davis County Chamber of Commerce banquet will be held May 14 beginning at 5: 30 p.m. The event will be held at the Rosenwald Building on the Prentiss Institute campus on J. E. Johnson Road. Guest speaker for the banquet is Mitchell Williams. Williams is currently serving as the Fellowship of Christian […] The post Mitch Williams to speak at annual Chamber of Commerce banquet appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss man has epic first hunt after winning auction
The Foundation for Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks held a fundraiser recently and auctioned off a turkey hunt with legends Ronnie “Cuz” Strickland and Preston Pittman. Strickland is the author of three books of humor and instruction on turkey hunting, and in 2010 was recognized as the National Wild Turkey Federation’s Communicator of […] The post Prentiss man has epic first hunt after winning auction appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCH and PCS Top of Class honored at Jones College
Jones College recently hosted WDAM-TV’s annual Top of Class recognition program, honoring the Valedictorians and Salutatorians from 45 high schools in the Pine Belt. Jefferson Davis County High School Valedictorian Kamora Hawthorne and Salutatorian Amber Bolware and Prentiss Christian School Valedictorian Cody Daley and Salutatorian Nikolaj Stephens participated in this year’s celebration at Jones College. […] The post JDCH and PCS Top of Class honored at Jones College appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Celebration held for librarian after 22 years of service to JDC
A celebration was held for Jefferson Davis County Library Supervisor Jackie Miller for her retirement. Friends, family and patrons assisted in the reception at the Dr. Frank L. Leggett Public Library in Bassfield on March 28. Ellen Carraway for provided the refreshments. “Thank you to the staff of South Mississippi Regional Libraries, Friends of the […] The post Celebration held for librarian after 22 years of service to JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss woman named ESS Employee of the Month
Ellisville State School hosted its Direct Support Employee of the Month for February 2024 on March 26. The winners of February’s Employee of the Month are Shannon Morgan of Laurel; Jamiah Gammage of Prentiss; Stephanie Allen of Heidelberg and Christy Smith of Laurel. Dr.Rinsey McSwain, Agency Director of Ellisville State School, presented a gift to […] The post Prentiss woman named ESS Employee of the Month appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Famed author, gardener visits JDC
Mississippi’s Master Gardener Felder Rushing was in Jefferson Davis County over the weekend. Rushing was at the Beaver Creek Distillery Saturday during its Botanical Bonanza event. Rushing’s Gestalt Gardener is a popular Mississippi radio program on Mississippi Public Broadcasting. He has written syndicated newspaper columns for 40 years and is the author of over 20 […] The post Famed author, gardener visits JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local military brats honored during Month of the Military Child
The month of April is known as the Month of the Military Child, with April 30 being National Military Brats Day. Both events emphasizing the important role military children play in the armed forces community The JDC MSU Extension Service, JDC Veterans Service Office and NAACP Veterans Committee 5326 recognized the students in all schools […] The post Local military brats honored during Month of the Military Child appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon
Multiple gunshots were fired Friday afternoon in Prentiss. The incident took place at Mt. Carmel Avenue and Front Street near the Prentiss Post Office. Prentiss Police officers responded to the scene at approximately 6 p.m. and say three or more shooters were involved. According to the officers, gunfire struck an innocent vehicle with occupants inside. […] The post Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Felder Rushing to be in Bassfield tomorrow at Beaver Creek event
There will be a special guest for the big event happening at Beaver Creek Distillery tomorrow. Gardening guru and NPR talk show host Felder Rushing will be at the Distillery April 20. Also known as the Gestalt Gardener, Rushing will talk about botanicals like the ones used in the making of distilled spirits. Beaver Creek Distillery […] The post Felder Rushing to be in Bassfield tomorrow at Beaver Creek event appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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