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Ida Vivian Phillips
Ida Vivian Phillips, 83, of Hollandale, Mississippi, passed away on January 15, 2026, at her residence. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Southside Baptist Church, 137 West Reed Road, Greenville, Mississippi 38701. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m., at Southside Baptist Church. Rev. Frank Terry and Rev. Jon Reed McClendon will officiate the services.
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New Stage Theatre Presents “Primary Trust” in Jackson February 17 – March 1
The Pulitzer Prize–winning play by Eboni Booth explores
loneliness, friendship, and the power of human connection.
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Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music Dedicates Cynthia Lake Building
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (Jan. 21, 2026) — Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music celebrated the dedication of the newly completed Cynthia Lake Building on Wednesday, January 14, honoring the visionary preservationist and philanthropist whose passion for music history inspired the project.
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Kosciusko Attala Career Tech Center is proud to recognize Mrs. Betty Bermond as our January Staff Spotlight. Mrs. Bermond teaches Keystone and Work-Based Learning, where she plays a vital role in preparing students for success beyond the classroom.
Her dedication, guidance, and commitment to student growth make a lasting impact on both our school and community.
“We truly appreciate all she does for KACTC,” stated staff leadership.
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2025-2026 GLE 1st Semester
Superintendent’s Honor Roll
1st Grade: Ella Edwards, Everett Goss, Bonnie Powell
2nd Grade: Markevious Clark, Josie Fancher, Stella Lindsey, Reagan Logan, Luke McKinney, Aden Nail, Ja’Kayiah Richmond, Karsyn Thompson
3rd Grade: Cooper Bagwell, Charlie Burrell, Emma Joy Chandler, Kaison Ellis, Easton McKinley, Sadie Steed
4th Grade: Raylen Bradley, Katie Daniel, Lila Dean, Camden Dees, Colton Dodd, Kaisley Ellis, Jaxon Jones, Alaina Lewis, Barrett Roney, Autumn Tubby
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By Clara Turnage- Univeristy of Mississippi
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By Susan Collins-Smith
MSU Extension Service
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On 01-01-2026 Naomi Anderson, a 38 yo B/F from Durant, was arrested for Suspended Driver’s License and Disregard for Traffic Control Device by Capt. Clark
On 01-03-2026 Austin Drake Townsend, a 31 yo W/M from Kosciusko, was arrested for Improper Equipment and Possession of Controlled Substance by Ofc. T. Moore
On 01-03-2026, Jeremy Randall Rayford, a 34 yo B/M from Kosciusko was arrested for Open Container and Possession of Controlled Substance by Ofc. T. Moore
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Mary Katherine Dean.
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WHAT IS MY PURPOSE
IN LIFE?
In a recent lesson I took my pen out of my shirt pocket and asked this question: What is the purpose of this pen? Everyone said, “to write.” I followed that with this question,
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By Austin Bishop
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Winter weeds in lawn
By Felder Rushing
Most gardeners are being faced this month, like it or not, with a hard choice regarding winter weeds in the lawn. No matter your preferred approach of weed-free, wildflowery, or doing bits of both in different areas, your lawn is changing weekly and it is time to decide and manage which way it goes.
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Just Recipes
By Lee Ann Flemming
Today is all about the recipes. I have tried quite a few new dishes over the holidays. I also went through Mama’s recipe files and made a few things that she made back in the day. I hope that one of these will appeal to you.
Thanks for reading.
MISSISSIPPI LITTLE SMOKIES
2 (14 oz.) packages little smoky sausages
1 pkg. Au Jus Gravy Mix
1 pkg. ranch dressing mix
1 (16 oz.) jar sliced pepperoncini peppers
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Major Gift From Alumnus Promotes Excellence in STEM Teaching
$2 million endowment honors former professor, boosts Department of Physics and Astronomy
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi medical school graduate Dr. Bill Ashford and his wife, Leslie, of Madison, have made a $2 million donation to establish a named professorship in physics at Ole Miss.
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MSDH Raising Awareness of Human Trafficking
Jackson, Miss.- More than 300 victims of human trafficking were reported in Mississippi in 2024, and most involved sex trafficking. During January, recognized nationally as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) joins partners across the state in raising awareness, promoting prevention efforts and highlighting resources. Sunday, January 11, is recognized as National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
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