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Sylvas selected as JDC Little Miss Hospitality
Jefferson Davis County Miss Hospitality Ellen Porter recently selected her Jefferson Davis County Little Miss Hospitality that will accompany her at the state pageant in July. Second grade student Joshlyn Sylvas was crowned last week at G. W. Carver Elementary. Sylvas is eight-years-old and is the daughter of Josh and Willetta Sylvas. She is a […] The post Sylvas selected as JDC Little Miss Hospitality appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Dotson, Everitt win 38th annual Run for the Roses
It was a beautiful day for the runners and walkers Saturday morning during the 38th annual Run for the Roses 5K Run/Walk held in downtown Prentiss. Seventeen-year-old Kori Dotson was the first runner to cross the finish line with a time of 23.07. The first female to cross the finish line was Loriann Everitt, 23, […] The post Dotson, Everitt win 38th annual Run for the Roses appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Board abandons road after public hearing
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of the month Monday morning at the board room in Prentiss. After prayer by JDC Circuit Clerk Clint Langley, the meeting was called to order and a public hearing was held regarding the abandonment of Floyd Jones Road. Floyd Jones Road is in […] The post Board abandons road after public hearing appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Storms cause major damage to county water system
The severe storms that passed through the area April 10 caused damage to utilities and interrupted service to residents in Jefferson Davis County. A major lightning strike on South Carson Road damaged a quarter-mile of a water main and telephone cable causing outages for those living in the area. Corky Holliman, spokesperson for Lily Rose […] The post Storms cause major damage to county water system appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Safe room delivered to the police department
The above ground safe room in Prentiss is now in place at the Ronald W. Jones Memorial Complex. Funding for the safe room was secured last fall. A 90-10 grant was awarded to the county with $6,825.60 of the project to be provided federally and $758.40 to be paid by the Town of Prentiss for […] The post Safe room delivered to the police department appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Pinwheel garden on display as part of abuse awareness
In observance of National Child Abuse Awareness Month in April, leaders of Kids Hub Child Advocacy Center have placed a pinwheel garden on the lawn of the Jefferson Davis County courthouse. The Center will also be hosting series of educational activities about the prevalence and prevention of child abuse and their work to protect children […] The post Pinwheel garden on display as part of abuse awareness appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s office seeking photos of former sheriffs
The Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department is seeking photos of fomer county sheriffs that have served the county. The photos will be displayed in the new justice complex in Prentiss. “We want to honor and remember these men that have served and protected our county since its inception in 1906,” said Jefferson Davis County Chief […] The post Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s office seeking photos of former sheriffs appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss man wins big on scratch-off lottery ticket
A Prentiss man has won $100,000 on a $5 scratch-off from Exxon Fast Mart 5 on Columbia Avenue in Prentiss. The lucky winner matched three money bags on a Fun 5s card. The post Prentiss man wins big on scratch-off lottery ticket appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC county offices closing early today
All Jefferson Davis County government offices will close at 11:00 AM this morning due to severe weather approaching our area. Overnight the National Weather Service increased the risk for severe storms in Jefferson Davis County for today. JDC now under a moderate risk (4 out of 5) for severe storms today. Due to the impending […] The post JDC county offices closing early today appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Run for the Roses is this Saturday
The 38th annual Run for the Roses 5K walk/run will be held this Saturday, April 13 in Prentiss. The Run for the Roses 5K event is one of Mississippi’s premier road races produced by the Run for the Roses Committee and community participation. Registration fee proceeds from the race will be used to support the […] The post Run for the Roses is this Saturday appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
School canceled for Prentiss Christian tomorrow; JDC moves to virtual learning due to severe weather threat
Overnight the National Weather Service increased the risk for severe storms in Jefferson Davis County for Wednesday. JDC now under a moderate risk (4 out of 5) for severe storms tomorrow. Due to the impending severe weather, Prentiss Christian School will be closed tomorrow and all school-related activities have been cancelled. All Jefferson Davis County […] The post School canceled for Prentiss Christian tomorrow; JDC moves to virtual learning due to severe weather threat appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Jefferson Davis County designated as primary natural disaster area after drought
Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack designated Jefferson Davis County along with the other 81 Mississippi counties as the primary natural disaster areas. Producers in Adams, Alcorn, Amite, Attala, Benton, Bolivar, Calhoun, Carroll, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Claiborne, Clarke, Clay, Coahoma, Copiah, Covington, DeSoto, Forrest, George, Greene, Grenada, Hancock, Harrison, Hinds, Holmes, Humphreys, Issaquena, Itawamba, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Jefferson […] The post Jefferson Davis County designated as primary natural disaster area after drought appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Hood Industries’ sawmill operation recognized for impressive safety record
Hood Industries’ Silver Creek sawmill operation was recently recognized for their ongoing commitment to workplace safety when they were presented with the Hood Companies 2023 Most Improved Safety award. Plant Manager John Nicks Galloway accepted the award on behalf of the operation’s employees. “This award serves as a mile-marker on our team’s journey to build a […] The post Hood Industries’ sawmill operation recognized for impressive safety record appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Board approves new security system for administration building
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met Monday morning for the first meeting of April. Bro. Jessie Holloway opened the meeting with prayer before the agenda was approved and additions were made. Manya Sclease discussed access to her property on Sherman Mason Road in District 3. The matter was continued to give the supervisor […] The post Board approves new security system for administration building appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
MML offers scholarship opportunities for local seniors
Scholarship opportunities are now available to Jefferson Davis County High School and Prentiss Christian seniors through the Mississippi Municipal League. Seniors wishing to apply for a $2,000 general or limited scholarship through the MML and Mississippi Municipal Service Company can contact City Hall in Prentiss for more information and an application. The MML High School […] The post MML offers scholarship opportunities for local seniors appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Many particpate in fourth annual Remembrance Walk
It was a beautiful day to participate in the Prentiss Fire Department’s fourth annual Good Friday Remembrance Walk. The walk began at the Ronald Wayne Jones Memorial Complex on Highway 184 in and traveled down Columbia Avenue through Prentiss and ended at the Jefferson Davis County courthouse. A large wooden cross was carried throughout the […] The post Many particpate in fourth annual Remembrance Walk appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Social workers honored by chancery clerk
Jefferson Davis County Chancery Clerk Cynthia White recently honored social workers that represent Jefferson Davis County as part of National Social Work Month. The JDC Chancery Clerk’s Office provided lunch and presented them each with a gift during the youth court session last month. The post Social workers honored by chancery clerk appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Annual Remembrance Walk this Friday
The Prentiss Fire Department will be hosting its fourth annual Remembrance Walk March 29, Good Friday. This, of course, is in remembrance of the walk Jesus Christ took on his way to be crucified. Participants will be carrying a wooden cross throughout the walk. “Let this be an open invitation to all surrounding first responders […] The post Annual Remembrance Walk this Friday appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Case dismissed for Carson man indicted for Granby murder
Charges have been dismissed for a Carson man who was charged with a 2021 murder. Jefferson Davis County Law Enforcement Officers were called to 1081 Granby Road in Prentiss just after 7 a.m. on March 25, 2021. Once on the scene they found Johnny Demario Watkins deceased in the front yard of the residence. […] The post Case dismissed for Carson man indicted for Granby murder appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCSO substation now open in Bassfield
An open house was held March 22 for the new Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department substation in Bassfield. The substation is located at the Dr. Frank L. Leggett Public Library on General Robert E. Blount Drive in Bassfield. The station houses Undersheriff Evan Price and his new office. The Bassfield Police Department was closed in […] The post JDCSO substation now open in Bassfield appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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