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With spring near, many people will be engaging in projects in their yard that require digging. For your safety, remember to call 811 before you dig to request a dig site to be marked for underlying utility lines, which could be dangerous and interrupt services to yourself and others. Or visit https://www.ms811.org/.
Call 811 or visit https://www.ms811.org/ before you dig.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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Clay McFerrin, Sun-Sentinel Editor and Publisher
In the April 12, 1900, edition of The Democratic Herald, published in Charleston, is a Page 1 story about “The Tallahatchie Bill,” a law soon dividing the county into two judicial districts, as passed by the Mississippi Legislature.
The law designated the establishment of two circuit and chancery court districts for the county — to be called the First and Second districts — thus creating the dual county seats we have today.
At the time, Charleston (population 480) was the only county seat for Tallahatchie's 19,600 residents and 651 square miles of territory.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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Friends of Ginny Toole Sosebee are so saddened to hear about the sudden death of her husband, Richard, last week. Ginny grew up in Oakland, the daughter of Martha Magee Toole and Terry Toole, and after college and living in Atlanta moved back to Oakland with her husband Richard. He was a contractor and she opened the cutest antique shop downtown and hosted tea parties and became the center of downtown. Their son, Andrew, was born while they lived in Oakland.
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RAYMOND — In the aftermath of the recent winter storm that blanketed many areas of Mississippi in ice for days, timberland owners have tough decisions to make.
The Jan. 23-27 storm left thousands of acres of timber damaged or destroyed and landowners wondering how to manage this financial loss.
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service on
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Thursday March 12
Hitt Chapel Rebirth revival ongoing
Hitt Chapel Rebirth church, located at 3266 Highway 32, Webb, has announced a series of March revival services.
» Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Kenneth Rucker will speak
» Friday, March 13, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Kenneth Rucker will speak
» Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15: Pastor Sammie Ray will speak
» Monday, March 16, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Louis Bailey will speak
» Tuesday, March 17, at 6 p.m.: Apostle Mary Davis will speak
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You couldn’t tell from the outside.
But when the huge tree fell on Gary’s tractor, Drew’s truck, the chicken yard fence and two chicken houses with enclosures inside the fencing — it was obvious.
The tree that fell had long ago split and had grown up with a two-pronged trunk, thick and seemingly strong. That tree stood through many storms, heavy rains, ice and probably lots of high winds. There didn’t seem to be any danger in it falling.
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Times are tough. But, when times are tough, our little community always comes together for a compelling cause.
I often scratch my head and continue to be amazed at the truth behind this simple saying.
By Dana Clolinger - Executive Director, Charleston Arts and Revitalization Effort (CARE) on
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A rash of random gunfire in neighborhoods across Charleston has residents rattled and city police searching feverishly for answers.
So far, Charleston Police Chief Kirby Griffin said Tuesday, no arrests have been made, no suspects have been identified and police are working scant leads.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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JACKSON — More people die of colorectal cancer (CRC) in Mississippi than anywhere else in the country. Yet, with proper screening and lifestyle changes, it is one of the most preventable cancers.
Throughout March, recognized as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) urges residents to take ownership of their health by getting timely screenings and making lifestyle changes that can drastically reduce their chances of both developing and dying of this disease.
By Greg Flynn - Mississippi State Department of Health on
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Poison Prevention Week is March 15-21.
The third week in March each year is nationally recognized to highlight the dangers of poisonings and how to prevent them. This year’s theme is “When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.”
Over 2.4 million poisonings are responded to each year by the 55 Poison Control Centers across the United States. More than 90% of poisonings occur at home.
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I am astonished at how fast spring has happened here on the Circle S.
It seems just like last week Roy and I were sitting in our keeping room bundled in multi-layers of blankets as our electricity was down and so was our generator. Now we are sitting on our back porch listening to the birds sing and watching the cattle graze on the bright green grass that is growing in the pasturelands.
It somehow sneaks up on me every year, but this time it was spontaneous as it was freezing one day and the next, short-sleeve weather. Instantaneous!
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I pray all you school students and faculty have a great and safe spring break.
Scott McLendon attended his granddaughter‘s first birthday party. Little Farron McLendon was dressed like a little princess with a flower wreath that adorned her beautiful hair.
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As a long time Mississippian and a business owner who’s seen firsthand how a strong community lifts us all, I know one truth: investing in our youngest kids is investing in our shared future. Mississippi’s economy doesn’t just grow on its own—it thrives when we build up both today’s workforce and tomorrow’s.
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In 1971, a royal celebration was held in Iran. It was the 2,500th birthday of the Iranian monarchy, a rule which began with King Cyrus the Great of Persia in 539 BC and continued (with a few interregnums) to the reign of Shah Muhammad Reza Pahlavi in the 20th century. Shah Pahlavi ascended to the Iranian throne in 1941, making 1971 not only a celebration of the Persian monarchy lasting two and a half millennia, but also the Shah’s 30-year Jubilee.
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What do JXN Water and the Amazon Data Centers have in common? Why are decisions by JXN Water’s Interim Manager (Water Czar) and the Federal Judge who appointed him now suspect? Why do Entergy’s residential customers now fear higher rates due to the secret Amazon data center deal?
Because JXN Water and Entergy customers no longer trust those in charge. Before they said: “Trust us. This is for your own good.” Now, we say: “Show us the receipts.”
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Teachers would receive $2,000 annually for three years, for a total increase of $6,000. Special education teachers would receive $3,000 annually for three years, for a total increase of $9,000.
The Mississippi Senate is countering the House’s $5,000 teacher pay raise with a $2,000 scaled approach over 3 years.
Through a strike-all amendment to HB 1395, the Senate now proposes to provide $2,000 pay raises to teachers each year for three years, for a total pay increase of $6,000.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
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Many in the Golden Triangle area of Mississippi, and now around the country, will agree it’s the best ham they’ve ever had.
When planning Easter dinner this year, consider a classic main dish – glazed ham. It’s the ideal option that is loved by most, and the leftovers make great sandwiches.
By Susan Marquez - Magnolia Tribune on
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The State Department of Health would be charged with creating a medical panel to review the state’s high fetal and infant mortality rate while examining deaths of infants up to one year of age.
Amid high emotions Wednesday, the Mississippi Senate passed a strike-all amendment to a bill that would create a medical panel to review the state’s high fetal and infant mortality rate. The panel would be multidisciplinary and composed of such members as deemed appropriate by the State Department of Health.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
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State Senator Johnny DuPree sought to have Mississippi get ahead of the confusion by implementing rounding guidance for cash purchases. The bill died in committee.
The U.S. Mint ceased production of pennies in November 2025 after President Donald Trump (R) issued an executive order to end production of the one cent coin. Trump called continuing to mint the coin “wasteful” as it was costing more than double its value to produce.
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