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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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