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Donation made to the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department
Kevin Saulters made a donation to the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department. He donated a box of reflective safety vests to the officers. JDC Chief Deputy Frank Riley and JDC Investigator Vernon Dampier accepted the donation on behalf of the department. The vests will be beneficial during accidents and road closures and provide needed safety […] The post Donation made to the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Severe weather expected tonight in JDC
Jefferson Davis County is in the enhanced risk category for severe weather today according to the National Weather Service in Jackson. Enhanced risk means damaging winds and tornadoes likely, with a couple of strong tornadoes possible with hail up to quarter size. The severe weather is expected to be in our area from 9 p.m. […] The post Severe weather expected tonight in JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Highway 184 bridge is now closed; new access available to 84
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met in the board room Monday morning for the second meeting of March. Board attorney Wes Daughdrill offered prayer before the meeting was called to order and agenda approved. Jason Wambolt with the Town of Bassfield and Emmalyn Jackson with Southern Mississippi Planning and Devolment district discussed the […] The post Highway 184 bridge is now closed; new access available to 84 appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC Sheriff’s Department substation opening in Bassfield Friday
The community is invited to an open house on March 22 for the new Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department substation in Bassfield. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the new substation located at the Dr. Frank L. Leggett Public Library on General Robert E. Blount Drive in Bassfield. The station will house […] The post JDC Sheriff’s Department substation opening in Bassfield Friday appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss Christian senior signs golf scholarship
Prentiss Christian senior Bryce Shivers has signed a golf scholarship to East Mississippi Community College in Scooba. Shivers is the son of Kristi Shivers and Chad Shivers and the grandson of Buddy and Mary Ann Steverson and Ronnie and Pam Shivers, all of Prentiss. He is coached by Prentiss Christian Head Golf Coach Connor Barnes. The post Prentiss Christian senior signs golf scholarship appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Community members participate in March of the Mayors
Bassfield Mayor Angiel Ladner and 14 other mayors across the Pine Belt participated recently in Extra Table’s event, March of the Mayors. March of the Mayors is a canned food drive described as “Mississippi’s Largest Food Box Packing Party” with the mission to feed hungry Mississippians. It is a four week long event, driven by […] The post Community members participate in March of the Mayors appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Mayor declares March as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Prentiss Mayor Charley Dumas signed a proclamation recently declaring March as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month for the Town of Prentiss. In the proclamation, Mayor Dumas encouraged all citizens to support opportunities for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the town, including full access to education, housing, employment and recreational activities. The proclamation […] The post Mayor declares March as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Church honors notable women in February
Point Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church celebrated Black History Month throughout February. Mount Olive Attendance Center Principal Otonya Walker was recognized on Feb. 11 and received the Outstanding Achievement Award for her performance in the school, community and church. Walker is the first black female graduate of Mount Olive Attendance Center. She gave an encouraging talk […] The post Church honors notable women in February appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss man wins Cash 4 lottery
A Prentiss man won $2,500 on a Cash 4 from the Fast Mart 5 in Prentiss. The winning numbers were drawn Tuesday from a ticket he purchased Sunday at the Exxon at 1032 Columbia Avenue. To play Cash 4, a participant will choose a set of four numbers from 0 to 9 or let the […] The post Prentiss man wins Cash 4 lottery appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Run provides scholarships for local seniors
In conjunction with this year’s Run for the Roses 5K event, high school seniors will have an opportunity to compete for scholarship funds to be applied to higher education expenses at the institution of their choice. Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson Davis County, a high school senior graduating in 2024 and must be […] The post Run provides scholarships for local seniors appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCHS Beta wins on state level
National Beta members from Jefferson Davis County High School recently attended the Mississippi Senior Beta State Convention. Members brought home several awards from the convention held at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi Feb. 19- 21. First place in Accessorized Design was awarded to Ashten Applewhite. Kamora Hathorne received second place in […] The post JDCHS Beta wins on state level appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Beaver Creek Distillery to celebrate anniversary
Beaver Creek Distillery in Bassfield will be celebrating its first anniversary March 9. Mississippi’s first Native Spirits Distillery officially opened Feb. 25, 2023. Bo Foster and Friends will entertain guests with live music throughout the event from noon until 6 p.m. Other dates have also been announced for the distillery’s Spirit Saturdays. Felder Rushing will […] The post Beaver Creek Distillery to celebrate anniversary appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Southern Pine’s Cooperative Youth Leaders complete workshop
Southern Pine’s Cooperative Youth Leaders recently spent three days in Jackson for ElectricCooperatives of Mississippi’s Cooperative Youth Leadership Workshop. High school juniors Avery Daughdrill of Prentiss, Michael Matte, Jackie Sills, Perry Fletcher and Savanna Edwards joined 80 students from across Mississippi for the workshop, which focused on leadership, team building, and state government. Students engaged […] The post Southern Pine’s Cooperative Youth Leaders complete workshop appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC Circuit Clerk’s office now open Saturdays for absentee voting
The Jefferson Davis County Circuit Clerk’s Office will be open the next two Saturdays for absentee voting in the Presidential Primary election to be held March 12. The office will be open from 8 a.m. until noon. Anyone who will be out of town on Election Day, is in college, is over the age of […] The post JDC Circuit Clerk’s office now open Saturdays for absentee voting appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Ballot set for JDC Election Commissioners
Qualifying is now closed for Jefferson Davis County Election Commissioners on the November General Election Ballot. Commissioners in Districts 1, 3 and 5 will be on the ballot. Linda J. Speights qualified for District 1, Towander M. Applewhite in District 3 and Mattie N. Lewis in District 5 have all qualified and are unopposed. The […] The post Ballot set for JDC Election Commissioners appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDC firefighters exhausted after battling 800 acre blaze
Firefighters throughout the county have been battling multiple fires for two days. Over 800 acres have burned in the southern portion of Jefferson Davis County since yesterday. Firefighters from Prentiss, Clem, Highway 84 West and Tri-Community assisted the Oakvale Fire Department with the battle on Bournham and Palestine Roads just off Highway 13 south. The […] The post JDC firefighters exhausted after battling 800 acre blaze appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Change in route for this year’s Run for the Roses
For the first time since the inception of the Run for the Roses in Prentiss, there has been a change in the 5K run/walk route. The change provides a smoother route surface and will provide increased safety for the participants. The route will begin in the Regions Bank area and proceed down Columbia Avenue, make […] The post Change in route for this year’s Run for the Roses appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCSD conducts active shooter drills on all campuses
The Jefferson Davis County School District recently participated in an active shooter drill at each of its campuses. JDCSD Chief of Police Anthony Sims partnered with local agencies, including Emergency Management, law enforcement officials, fire departments and the JDC hospital to conduct the drills mandated through the Mississippi Department of Education. The group conducted tabletop […] The post JDCSD conducts active shooter drills on all campuses appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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