A public hearing was held by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of Prentiss Sept. 3 to hear public opinion regarding three items of business.  First was amending the ordinance to increase the fine for discharging a firearm within the corporate limits of the Town of Prentiss. The ordinance states it shall be unlawful […] The post Aldermen amend town ordinance appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County High School varsity cheerleaders were met with a special gift Friday night when they arrived in Monticello at Lawrence County High School. The Lawrence County High cheerleaders presented JDCHS with memorial pins and a sign in memory of Domanick Stewart. The Lawrence County cheerleaders also wore hair bows with his football […] The post ‘It was definitely a class act’ appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

All Jefferson Davis County Schools and Prentiss Christian School will be closed Wednesday  due to inclement weather conditions caused by Hurricane Francine. Prentiss Christian School will also be closed Thursday. All Jefferson Davis County government offices will close Wednesday at noon. Offices will re-open Thursday weather permitting. Prentiss City Hall will close at noon Wednesday […] The post Closures announced in JDC due to Hurricane Francine appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County Forestry Association will hold its annual membership banquet Sept. 23 at Bethany Baptist Church in Prentiss. The event will start at 7 p.m. and will be $20 per person which includes the meal and association membership.  Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson will be the guest speaker for the banquet. Gipson serves as […] The post Andy Gipson to be guest speaker at JDC Forestry banquet appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

A Prentiss Christian fan is now driving around in a new car after winning it at the first home football game Aug. 23. The Prentiss Christian cheer squad was chosen as the Pine Belt Cheer Team of the Week by Michael “Duck” Griffith and Dean McCrary Kia. Griffith has been recognizing cheerleaders in the Pine […] The post Prentiss Christian fan wins new car at first home game appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the first meeting of September Tuesday morning in the board room in Prentiss. Rev. Jessie Holloway opened with prayer before the agenda was approved. Charles Carter with AAA Ambulance discussed the county’s ambulance services with the board. It is time to renew the AAA contract and […] The post Supervisors question AAA response time appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

In an effort to ensure the safety of county employees, the Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors have adopted new regulations regarding household garbage pick-up in the county.  All garbage must be placed beside the road or in a bin beside the road. All bags must be tied. Loose trash and weak bags will not […] The post New garbage regulations for county residents appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The 2024 JDC 4-H awards and recognition program was held on Aug. 18. The program recognized 4-H’ers and volunteers who have participated and supported the 4-H programs throughout the year. 4-H’ers were awarded money stipends for their placing in competitions, showmanship and other 4-H club activities. “A special thank you to the community members, parents, […] The post Awards presented to JDC 4-H participants appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Kadarrian “KD” Johnson, 18, of Prentiss, pleaded guilty Monday morning at the Jefferson Davis County Courthouse of the first-degree murder of Jarriyon Davis. He also pleaded guilty to aggravated assault charges for the shooting of Brandon Dedeaux The charges arose out of an incident off of Highway 84 in Lucas on the evening of Nov.14, […] The post Johnson pleads guilty to first-degree murder appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

September is library card sign up month at both libraries in Jefferson Davis County. During the month of September, children that visit the library and get a free library card or check out materials will receive a small prize. Adults that get a new or replacement library card, update their contact information, or checkout library […] The post September is library card sign up month appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of August Monday morning in Prentiss. Prayer was led by Ricky Barrett before the minutes were approved. LaTonya Ramsey, with the MSU Extension Office, introduced the board to the new Jefferson Davis County Extension Agent, Akeem McNair. McNair comes into the position following […] The post McNair new extension agent in JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), the largest regional economic development association in North America, representing the world’s best economy builders across a 17-state region, has honored Jefferson Davis County for its outstanding achievements in economic development in the American South. Each year, SEDC reviews economic development projects submitted by organizations from across its footprint, […] The post Light Up the Trace wins regional award appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Joi Womack, a dedicated educational leader, has successfully completed a 10-week summer fellowship with Ed Pioneers, contributing significantly to the Friendship Public Charter School District. As part of the fellowship, Womack served as a Pathway Development Fellow, focusing on creating and enhancing pathways for behavior support roles within the district. During her tenure, Womack collaborated […] The post Womack completes fellowship appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Qualifying is now open for Jefferson Davis County school board members that will be on the November General Election Ballot. Qualifying opened Aug. 7 for JDC School Board members for District 3 and District 4, as well as District 2 Election Commissioner. Qualifying ends for those positions Sept. 6. Qualifiers must be a resident of […] The post Qualifying now open for JDC school board members appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Pear River Community College is once again offering its electrical program in Jefferson Davis County. The electrical program is a 10-month training program that prepares students for a career as an electrician. Upon successful completion of the class, students will receive an industry recognized NCCER Electrical (Level 1-4) certification. The electrical program is held at […] The post Electrical classes starting soon at the D. W. Fortenberry Career Center in Carson appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

A two-car accident Saturday night killed two and sent three to the hospital. The accident happened just after 9 p.m. on Highway 13 North outside of Prentiss. Former Jefferson Davis County Coroner Jimmy Slater and his wife Barbara were traveling south toward Prentiss when they were struck by an oncoming Jeep Patriot at Show Barn […] The post Two killed in Saturday night accident appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

A candlelight vigil was held Aug. 8 at 8 p.m. on the JDCHS football field in memory of JDCHS junior Domanick Ramon Stewart. Stewart, 16, was found dead on J. E. Johnson Road in Prentiss Aug. 6. A balloon release was held the following afternoon at the courtyard on the JDCHS campus. Stewart played football […] The post Candlelight vigil and balloon release held in memory of JDCSH student appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Post 218 American Legion Commander Timothy Craft and Second Vice-Commander Linda Clark delivered school supplies recently to Jefferson Davis County Schools.  Supplies were presented to Assistant Principal Dr. Karey Alegria at J.E. Johnson Elementary School in Prentiss and G. W. Carver Elementary School Lead Teacher Nita Shoemake in Bassfield. Post 218 American Legion had received […] The post School supplies donated to JDC elementary schools appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

A power company employee was killed Tuesday afternoon in Prentiss. Jayton Stahlhut with EXO was inspecting power poles at the water plant on Ray Street in Prentiss when he came in contact with a live wire and was electrocuted just after 4 p.m. His co-worker immediately began CPR until the ambulance arrived. He was transported […] The post Electrician killed at water plant in Prentiss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The body found this morning on a bridge on J. E. Johnson Road in Prentiss has been identified by Jefferson Davis County Superintendent Ike Haynes as Domanick Stewart. Stewart was a student at Jefferson Davis County High School. “I am truly saddened, devastated even, at the tragic loss of one of our scholars,” said Haynes. […] The post Body found in Prentiss identified as JDCHS student appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.