Book signing at library
The Attala County Library will host a book signing for author Toni Tyler of Franklin, Tenn., former resident of Kosciusko, on Friday, Aug. 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. She will autograph copies of the children’s book, “Annie Em’s Red Shoes,” which was released on May 1. She has also written many poems and short stories. The book is based on a true story told to her by her mother, Peggy Wasson Tyler of Kosciusko.
Fish Pond Water Chemistry Workshop
A fish pond chemistry workshop will be held at the Attala County Extension Office on Wednesday, August 22, at 10 a.m. The workshop will cover the importance of healthy pond water in fish production. The program will feature a presentation discussing basic water chemistry, how to improve deficiencies in water chemistry, as well as water and soil testing for ponds. Participants may bring pond water to be tested for alkalinity at no charge. In addition, participants may bring dry soil from their pond to be sent to Miss. State University for testing. The charge for soil testing is $8 payable by check. For registration and additional information please contact the Miss. State Extension office in Attala County at 662-289-1321. The Extension Office is located at 715 Fairground Rd.
First United Methodist Church Blood Drive
Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) will be holding a blood drive with First United Methodist Church in Kosciusko on Thursday, August 23, from 2 to 7 p.m. The drive will be set up inside the church fellowship hall. First United Methodist Church is located at 110 E. Washington Street in Kosciusko. Donors will receive a T-shirt (while supplies last).
Donors must be at least 16 years old (16-year-olds need signed parental consent, visit our Web site for a copy of the form), weigh at least 110 pounds and have a valid ID.
Historical Highlight speaker set Sept. 11
French Camp’s September 11 Historical Highlight speaker will be Rev. Ron Linkins. Linkins worked for WFCA Radio for 20 years and will be sharing highlights from the call-in shows he hosted.
Historical Highlight Luncheons are held the second Tuesday of each month at French Camp Presbyterian Church, featuring a speaker who shares some aspect of French Camp 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.
Black Hawk singing
Saturday, August 18 at 6 p.m. at Black Hawk Old School, Black Hawk, the performance will include Cuomo Sisters, Ronnie Stone & County Line Band with Lannie O’Briant, Jackie Mcllwain, Rob Glazie, Buddy Fancher, Keith Norris and special guest Sue Duke on keyboard. Black Hawk Homemakers will offer concessions.
CNA Registration
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) registration runs through August 16 at the Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Center. The class fee is $475, which is due at registration. Please call 662-289-2689 for details to receive a list of requirements for this class.
KAP events
Saturday, August 18- Little Mountain Bike Ride (through Kosciusko Tourism).
Wednesday-Saturday, September 26-29 - Central Mississippi Fair.
Tuesday, October 16 - Farm to table dinner on Jackson Street in historic downtown.
Saturday, October 27 - Fall Festival on Court Square from 10-3.
