BBQ fundraiser for American Legion Post 44
The American Legion Post 44 of Kosciusko will hold a BBQ fundraiser on June 16 from around 11 a.m. until around 2 p.m. – OR until we run out of food. Kenny Ashmore, the proprietor and original owner of The Swine’s Behind, will be serving up your smoked favorites at the same spot where The Swine’s Behind used to setup for business next to Goody’s and Hibbett Sports. We will try to make enough for anyone that wants to just come by and grab a bite, but ordering ahead is recommended. BBQ plates will consist of smoked pulled pork topped with homemade BBQ sauce (with or without a bun), baked beans, potato chips, coleslaw if you want it, and a soft drink. Cost is $10 per plate. Full racks of ribs are available for $25 per rack - PRE-ORDER ONLY. Contact Kenny Ashmore at 662-401-2959 to place your order. Checks or money orders can be mailed to The American Legion Post 44, PO Box 494, Kosciusko, MS, 39090, or you can make arrangements to drop your donation off to Kenny Ashmore or anyone else you may know from the American Legion in Kosciusko. Donations for pre-orders must be received by Thursday 6/14 to assure food availability.
Juneteenth Celebration
Kosciusko/Attala Section of National Council of Negro Women will host a Juneteenth Celebration. It will be held on Saturday, June 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot behind Citizens National Bank off the square at 101 East Jefferson St. The program will begin at 10:30 a.m. with our guest speaker James Meredith. Mr. Meredith is a native of Kosciusko, first registered African American student to attend the University of Mississippi, and an Air Force veteran. The Juneteenth Celebration will have church choirs, inflatable jumpers, free refreshments, booths, motorcycles, and so much more! Please come join the Kosciusko/Attala Section of National Council of Negro Women and area churches in this informative cultural experience. Contact Minnie Greer, NCNW President, for more information at (662)739-1227.
‘Libraries Rock’ programs scheduled
“Libraries Rock” is the theme for this year’s 2018 Summer Library Program co-sponsored by the Attala County Library and the Mississippi Library Commission. Children are encouraged to read through the summer and attend programs and fun activities that include Inky the Clown on June 19, Illusionist Todd Smith on June 26, and Freedom Ranch with animal friends on July 3. All of these programs will be held at the Attala County Coliseum at 10 a.m. The final event will be Chester Drawers, held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, at the coliseum. These programs are for children 3-12 years of age. Programs are free and open to the public.
Private Pesticide Applicator Training
The MS State University Extension office in Attala County will host a Private Pesticide Applicator training session on June 21, at 2p.m. A private applicator is defined as an individual who is at least 18 years of age and who is producing an agricultural commodity on his/her land or on rented land. The training will be held at the MS State Extension Office located at 715 Fairground Rd. in Kosciusko, MS. The cost of the training is $20 and the registration fee is payable by check prior to the beginning of the class. Participants must be at least 18 years of age to receive certification. Please contact the MS State University Extension Office at 662-289-1321 or e-mail taylor.casey@msstate.edu for registration and additional information. Space is limited. Programs of MS State University Extension Service are open to all people, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or group affiliation. The MS State University Extension will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities or special needs. Please contact our office (662-289-1321, taylor.casey@msstate.edu) prior to event to request reasonable accommodation.
Music at Black Hawk old schoolhouse
Black Hawk Old Schoolhouse, Black Hawk, will have music featuring The Trailsmen Quartet from Tupelo, Benny Rigby & Toad Donahoo on Saturday, June 16, at 6 p.m. No admission cost, but offering will be taken up for singers & bands. Black Hawk Homemakers will offer concessions.
Summer Shopping Outdoor Shopping Extravaganza
Make plans to visit Northside Plaza on Highway 12 Saturday, June 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a summertime outdoor shopping experience filled with your favorite businesses from all over Kosciusko. You'll find outdoor lawn equipment, home decor, clothing, food, and so much more. Businesses will be available to sell items and talk with individuals about their business. It will be held at Northside Plaza, the parking lot of Sullivan's Drugs and Gifts just across from McDonald's. For more information call, 662-289-2981 or email dcmilner@kapartnership.org.
Chandler Family Reunion
A Chandler Family Reunion will be held June 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Union Baptist Church, Highway 35 North, 10 miles north of Kosciusko. Watch for a sign at County Rd 3106. Bring your favorite dishes and drinks. Saturday arrivals will meet for dinner at 5 p.m. Phone: 901-569-6277 or 662-397-4935.
Cars for Christ
Parkway Baptist Church’s Cars for Christ, which was postponed in May due to weather, has been rescheduled to this Saturday, June 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m
Sallis Day Festival
The 11th Annual Sallis Day Festival will be Saturday, July 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Sallis. There will be live entertainment. Loads of attractions, excitement and adventure for the family. Parade at 10 a.m. Arts/crafts, antique cars and trucks, games/prizes, freebies. Raffle for 32” T.V. $1 each. Vendor space available: $15 May 1 –31; $25 June 1 15; $35 June 16 – July 7. Make checks and money orders to: Sallis Homecoming Committee, P.O. Box 128, Sallis, MS 39160.
Historical Highlight Luncheon
The July 10 speaker will be Karen Winter, 1974 FCA graduate. Her topic will be "Treasures in the Alumni Museum." Historical Highlight Luncheons are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at French Camp Presbyterian Church, featuring a speaker who shares some aspect of French Camp's history and a delicious, home-cooked meal for a $2 donation. The public is invited. RSVP for the luncheon by contacting Mary Nell Coblentz at marynellcoblentz@gmail.com or 803-984-0679.
Beat 4 Riders
Beat 4 Riders will be having a BBQ Cook-off on Saturday, June 16, starting at noon. The event will be held at Booker T’s Carwash on Hwy 12 in Sallis, across from Horne’s Grocery. Contact President Joe Barksdale with any questions, 601-259-1676. Or contact Columbus Bentley at 423-223-0833.
McAdams High School Reunions
Anyone interested in attending a reunion for the McAdams HS classes of 1980-89, please contact Frankie Roby, 662-289-5374, or James Kilbert, 414-243-6662, by July 1.
The McAdams High School Class of 1976 will have a Class Reunion on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Please contact Lillie Stewart at 662-289-2600 for further details.
Joe S. Cain family reunion
The Joe S. Cain family reunion will be Saturday, June 23, at 10 a.m. at Sallis Baptist Church Family Life Center (Old Sallis School), 2010 Robertson St., Sallis, MS.
District Dog lunches set
The Holmes Alumni Association is gearing up for their District Dog Lunches in the nine counties supporting Holmes Community College. The lunches, held in July and August, have been organized to help alumni network and socialize with other alumni in the area. The lunches will begin at 11 a.m. at each location and will be dutch. There will be no charge for the event, and all alumni are welcome to attend including recent graduates.
The first event will kick off in Grenada County on July 10 at 333 Restaurant. Following will be Attala County lunch on July 11 at Skylight Grill in Kosciusko; Yazoo County lunch on July 17 at Tom's on Main in Yazoo City; Montgomery County lunch on July 18 at The Tracks in Winona; Carroll County lunch on July 24 at Tutti's in North Carrollton; Holmes County lunch on July 25 at Gladys' in Lexington; Madison County lunch on July 31 at Culinary Cowboy in Canton; Webster County lunch at Pepper Race II on August 1 in Eupora; and Choctaw County lunch on August 7 at Council House in French Camp.
"By staying in touch with alumni we can gain insight from our former students," Coordinator of Alumni Affairs Katherine Ellard said. "There are many opportunities for former students to remain involved with Holmes Community College, and the Alumni Association wants to stay connect with as many alumni as possible." For more information, please contact Ellard at kellard@holmescc.edu or 662-472-9134. To see the full calendar of lunches, go to http://www.holmescc.edu/pdf/News/2018districtdoglunches.pdf.
Diabetes classes
Diabetes education sessions will be held June 14 and 28 at 10 a.m. in the conference room at Premier Medical Group in Kosciusko.
