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Williams Good Ole Days Buffet damaged in early morning fire
A fire broke out at Williams Good Ole Days Buffet in Prentiss early this morning. Firefighters received a call from a passerby at approximately 4:30 a.m. stating there was smoke coming from the restaurant. According to Prentiss Fire Chief Wayne Bass, the building was saved, but sustained heavy damage. It is unclear at this time […] The post Williams Good Ole Days Buffet damaged in early morning fire appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Board approves budget increase for district attorney’s office
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of the month Monday morning at the board room in Prentiss. The meeting opened with prayer by Board Attorney Wes Daughdrill before the meeting was called to order and the minutes and agenda were approved. Fifteenth Circuit Court District Attorney Hal Kittrell provided […] The post Board approves budget increase for district attorney’s office appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
JDCSD forms partnership with Ingalls Shipbuilding
The Jefferson Davis County School District and Ingalls Shipbuilding have established a partnership at the Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center. During a meeting on June 7, there was a discussion about the endless possibilities that could occur with this partnership. There will be various academic program opportunities, professional development, equipment, workforce development, etc., that would […] The post JDCSD forms partnership with Ingalls Shipbuilding appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
‘Lots of passion in the room’
The Jeff Davis County Economic Development District held a Strategic Planning, Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship Workshop June 29, Rosenwald School Building at Prentiss Institute. The goal of the workshop was to equip local businesses, entrepreneurs and stakeholders with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape. Mississippi Power Community Development Representative […] The post ‘Lots of passion in the room’ appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Several changes to garbage schedule this week in JDC
There are several changes to the garbage schedule this week in Jefferson Davis County. District 4 garbage pickup will be today, Monday, instead of July 4. District 3 will pick up garbage Wednesday and Thursday, July 5 and 6. If your day is Tuesday, it will pick up on Wednesday. If your pickup day is […] The post Several changes to garbage schedule this week in JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prisoner dies in Jefferson Davis County jail
A prisoner has died in the Jefferson Davis County jail. Steve Upton, 54, of Prentiss was arrested Tuesday after leaving the scene of an accident in Prentiss and charged with DUI. He was transported to the jail that afternoon by Prentiss Police Officers. He died Wednesday night just before 7 p.m. after he was found […] The post Prisoner dies in Jefferson Davis County jail appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Absentee voting now open for August Primary Election
The 2023 Jefferson Davis County Primary Election is only six weeks away, and absentee voting has begun. 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 […] The post Absentee voting now open for August Primary Election appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
EDD hosting small business workshop Thursday in Prentiss
The Jeff Davis County Economic Development District is hosting a Strategic Planning, Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship Workshop. The event will take place on June 29, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the historic Prentiss Institute’s Rosenwald School Building, located on J.E. Johnson Road in Prentiss. This highly anticipated workshop aims to equip local […] The post EDD hosting small business workshop Thursday in Prentiss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Dangerous heat conditions this week in Jefferson Davis County
The National Weather Service in Jackson has indicated there will be extremely dangerous heat conditions this week in Jefferson Davis County. The county is in the Significant Risk category for Monday through Wednesday with high temps remaining in the upper 90s. Heat stroke is increasingly likely with prolonged outdoor activity. Thursday and Friday our area […] The post Dangerous heat conditions this week in Jefferson Davis County appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Little Free Library now open at Prentiss City Hall
The Little Free Library is open and now available in Prentiss. A ribbon cutting was held Friday on the lawn at Prentiss City Hall. This was the idea of Tameka Mitchell, who contacted Prentiss Mayor Charley Dumas in hopes of putting a library in the community. “My personal goal is to empower a generation of […] The post Little Free Library now open at Prentiss City Hall appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Bond set for Dan Street intruder
A bond hearing was held for Earnestine Dixon Wednesday afternoon in Prentiss City Court. Dixon was charged with burglary, home invasion, aggravated assault and kidnapping after an incident June 18 on Dan Street. Prentiss City Judge Albert Turnage set Dixon’s bond at $25,000. She is still in the Jefferson Davis County jail. Prentiss Police officers […] The post Bond set for Dan Street intruder appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Louis Lott honored for service to the JDC Economic Development Board
The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of the month Monday morning at the board room in Prentiss. The meeting opened with prayer by Board Attorney Wes Daughdrill before the meeting was called to order and the minutes and agenda were approved. First on the agenda was a presentation honoring […] The post Louis Lott honored for service to the JDC Economic Development Board appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Village Market Days coming to Bassfield
Village Market Days will have its opening day on Saturday, July 1 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Flea Market is scheduled to be open the first Saturday of every month. The event is anticipated to bring vendors from all around the Pine Belt with Flea Market goods, prepared deserts, farmers market products, food […] The post Village Market Days coming to Bassfield appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Proposed JDCH handbook changes presented to the board
The Jefferson Davis County School Board met at the Academic Success Center in Carson for its June meeting. All members were present. After a moment of silence and Pledge of Allegiance, the board adopted the agenda. Dr. Su’Brina Mason presented the board with possible changes to the Jefferson Davis County High School handbook for the […] The post Proposed JDCH handbook changes presented to the board appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Prentiss woman assaulted after intruder breaks into home
Prentiss Police officers were called to a home on Dan Street Sunday morning with reports of assault and breaking and entering. Ella Keisman Lane was reading inside her den when around 9:30 a.m., she looked up and a black female was standing in front of her. “My grandson left for work a short time before […] The post Prentiss woman assaulted after intruder breaks into home appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Little Free Library coming soon, summer reading program ongoing
In the spirit of this year’s summer reading theme “All Together Now” a Little Free Library will soon be placed on the lawn at Prentiss City Hall. Anyone may take a book, neighbors, friends and passersby. The books are always free. Book donations are welcome. Find other book-sharing boxes with Little Free Library world map […] The post Little Free Library coming soon, summer reading program ongoing appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
J. E. Johnson Elementary receiving upgrades
Renovations are underway at the J.E. Johnson Elementary School campus in Prentiss. Renovations will include a new paved parking lot, interior painting, new floors, air conditioner units, ceilings, new cameras, fencing, and a new security system. This is the last and final campus to be updated and renovated in the JDC School District. The project […] The post J. E. Johnson Elementary receiving upgrades appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
PRCC now offering two new career opportunities
Prospective students will have more options for training that can lead into potentially high-paying careers this fall at Pearl River Community College. Cybersecurity Technology will be offered at the Poplarville Campus and Hydrography will be offered at the Hancock Campus. Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field with the critical task of protecting electronic systems, networks, […] The post PRCC now offering two new career opportunities appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Water service to be disrupted in some areas of downtown Prentiss today
The Town of Prentiss Public Works Department is in the process of repairing a water line in front of Prentiss Baptist Church. Service will be shut off between First and Fourth Streets along Leaf Avenue and between Pearl Avenue and Mississippi Avenue along Second Street until repairs are made. “Please use caution traveling on Leaf […] The post Water service to be disrupted in some areas of downtown Prentiss today appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
CTE announces Students of the Year
The Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center recently announced the Students of the Year. They are: Kyle Marin, JROTC; Kyiunna Martin, Health Science; Keegan May, Construction and Electrical; Navorius White, Welding; Jakobe McInnis, Engineering and Shatanna McNair, Educator Prep. Jefferson Davis County Farm Bureau rewarded the students with $50 gift cards. The post CTE announces Students of the Year appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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