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McAdams man dies in shooting; woman charged with second-degree murder

A 49-year-old McAdams man died Sunday night after a shooting at a home on Attala Road 4134, and a 68-year-old . . .

Tobacco use can worsen mental health; MSDH can help you quit

October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, and the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is spreading awareness . . .

Cellist Amy Catron to perform free concert Oct. 29 in French Camp

Amy Catron, cellist, will give a concert on Thursday October 29 at the French Camp Presbyterian Church at 6:00 pm . . .

Robert St. John: A wealth of friends

Robert St. John says food has always been his business, but what happens when people sit down and eat together . . .

Mississippi lawmakers consider requests for stricter distracted driving laws, portable benefits

The Mississippi Senate Insurance Committee heard requests for legislation this week from optometrists, pharmacists, EMS providers, and proponents of 1099 . . .

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Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board revokes license for underperforming school
By JEREMY PITTARI - MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE
Wed,10/28/26-2:02PM , 263 Reads 2,415 Statewide
As of December 31, the SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy in Canton will cease operations.
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Adlakha, now living in Alabama, cuts ad attacking Hyde-Smith paid for by pro-Colom PAC
By FRANK CORDER - MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE
Thu,10/29/26-4:08PM , 185 Reads 2,424 Statewide
For many, this latest foray into Mississippi politics further solidifies the belief that Adlakha, no longer a Mississippi resident, was a “Democratic plant,” “coordinating” with Hyde-Smith’s Democrat opponent all along.
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Magnolia Mornings: October 29, 2026
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Thu,10/29/26-3:56PM , 172 Reads 1,871 Statewide
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Four Attala supervisors attend county government workshop
By FROM PRESS AND STAFF REPORTS
Thu,10/29/26-10:49AM , 305 Reads
Four Attala County supervisors attended the Mississippi Association of Supervisors’ 2026 Fall Educational Workshop in Tupelo, where the association recognized participants in its Institute for Excellence in County Government.
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New Liberty Full Gospel Fellowship celebrates 17 years

New Liberty Full Gospel Fellowship, known as “The Gathering Place,” celebrated its 17th anniversary Oct. 4, marking the date the fellowship began in 2009.