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The community is invited to attend a National Day of Prayer observance at the flagpole of Charleston First Baptist Church at noon on Thursday, May 7.
In the event of rain, the commemoration will be held inside the church, and guests are welcome.
The 2026 National Day of Prayer theme is "Glorify God Among the Nations, Seeking Him in All Generations," based on 1 Chronicles 16:24: "Tell of His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all the peoples." (New American Standard Bible)
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Pictured is the front entrance of the James C. Kennedy Wellness Center in Charleston. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
CHARLESTON — When the Mississippi summer settles in, most folks know the routine: the heat drives everyone indoors, the day stretches long, and the best intentions to “get some exercise” tend to melt away along with the afternoon. Starting May 4, the James C. Kennedy Wellness Center is giving our community a better option.
By Catherine Moring - Executive Director, James C. Kennedy Wellness Center on
2 months ago
Coaches Khristopher Smith, left, and Bernard Berryhill will coach new after-school basketball at the Tutwiler Community Education Center. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta, in partnership with the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC), is tipping off a new after-school basketball program for local youth starting Monday, April 27.
The program runs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the TCEC. It is open to boys and girls ages 6-12, with a limited enrollment of 25 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
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2 months ago
The West Tallahatchie High School track teams finished near the top in their respective divisions at the 2-1A Super Regional meet April 16 at Center Hill High in Olive Branch.
On the boys’ side, Calhoun City won with 156 total points. West Tally placed second with 87, Tupelo Christian Prep finished third with 86, Okolona fourth with 49 and French Camp fifth with 48. Rounding out the list were West Lowndes, with 38; Vardaman, with 31; Mississippi School for Math and Science, with 24; Ingomar, with 21; Coffeeville, with 9; and Smithville, with 1.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months ago
Less than a week after sweeping the Region 3-2A track and field meet on home turf, the Charleston High School girls and boys repeated the feat to gain their second championship trophies during the April 16 Super Regional at the Craig Walker Track Field.
The regional meet was held on April 10, also in Charleston.
The Super Regional featured competition among athletes from both Region 3-2A and Region 4-2A.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months ago
From left are pictured Northwest Mississippi Community College President Dr. Michael J. Heindl, Sayle Oil Co. President and CEO Isaac W. “Ike” Sayle, NWCC Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Patti Gordon and NWCC Foundation Board President Dr. Stephen Joe. (Photo courtesy of Northwest Communications)
Sayle Oil Co. of Charleston was presented with the Outstanding Corporation Award during the Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation’s “Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala.”
The event was held Saturday, April 18, in the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts on the Senatobia campus.
The award honors dedication and service to the college.
A previously published in-depth story about the honor may be found here.
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta plans an April 30 open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center to acquaint the public with services and activities being offered there. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — Families and community members are invited to a pop-in open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC) on Thursday, April 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The event is hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta in partnership with the TCEC. It offers an opportunity to tour the facility, meet staff and coaches, and learn about upcoming youth programs including after-school basketball.
Free food will be served, including hot dogs, popcorn, chips and cookies.
By ALICIA DALLAS - Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
2 months ago
OAKLAND — Jamie Roberson, age 49, passed away Saturday, April 18.
Visitation will be held 1-5 p.m. Friday, May 1, at Clark Williams Funeral Home in Grenada.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 2, at Massey Grove Missionary Baptist Church near Oakland.
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There is something unmistakable about the bond between Jeep owners.
Whether you are navigating city streets or tackling mountain trails, there is an unspoken understanding that connects those behind the wheel of these iconic vehicles. This sense of community manifests itself in simple gestures that have become beloved traditions among enthusiasts — from the classic Jeep wave to the more recent phenomenon of “ducking.”
By James L. Cummins on
2 months ago
Charleston High School Student of the Month Zarriya Brooks was the guest speaker for the Charleston Rotary Club on April 15. Brooks discussed her academic and athletic accomplishments during her years at CHS. She also shared her future plans to attend William Carey University to pursue a career as a child therapist. Shown with Brooks are her father Cedric Terry, left, and Rotarian Ray Clolinger. (Photo by Dana Clolinger)
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Charleston High School boys and girls track teams are pictured Tuesday, April 21, after sweeping the Class 2A North State championship titles. (Photo by LaDon Taylor)
For only the second time in school history, both the Charleston High School boys and girls track and field teams have won North State (north half) championships during the same season.
The only other time both CHS squads won north half titles in the same year was in 2023.
Both North State sweeps have occurred while Charleston competed in Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 2A.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months ago
GRENADA — James Cooper “Jimmy” Whitten, age 65, passed away Saturday, April 18, at UMMC in Grenada.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada with interment following at Ashland Cemetery in Cascilla.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy Whitten; his mother, Mary Bloom; daughter, Kimberly Whitten; son, Devin Whitten; and a sister.
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TUTWILER — Charles Otto Liebel, age 60, passed away Saturday, April 12, at his home.
Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Liebel.
He is survived by his son, CJ Hooper of Dallas, Texas; two brothers, two sisters and two grandchildren.
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Bubba Dukes is doing some better after his winter fall, said his mother, Diane Dukes. I know Bubba is ready to be back at work. Men can’t tolerate sitting around the house. They have to be up and doing something.
Lauri McCullar of Oakland is having a procedure done at the Vein Institute in Senatobia on Monday. It’s a short procedure. She will be back at home resting the same day, said Terri Pullen.
Please keep Joanna Pullen in your prayers. She had to visit LeBonheur Children’s Hospital after church Sunday. Joanna is Terri Dukes Pullen’s granddaughter.
By PATCIE DECK - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
The 2026 legislative session has a few “technical” days left on it. They adjourned and left town but held the session open for a few more days this week in case the governor vetoes any bills or line-item appropriations they might want to override. We Oaklanders are very disappointed that we did not get the funds requested to purchase a much-needed fire truck but appreciate Sen. Ben Suber and Rep. Kevin Horan who led efforts to secure that for us. Congratulations to Water Valley, Coffeeville and Grenada who did receive funding in the special projects bill.
By Linda Ross Aldy - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
I have written before that I am afraid of snakes, lizards, bats and spiders. Let me add one more “critter” to that ongoing list – birds.
I am sure you all have seen the movie, “The Birds.” This is one of Alfred Hitchcock’s old movies. It shows many, many black birds attacking the townspeople and drawing blood.
By Peggy Sims - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
Warm and pleasant greetings to all. We hope you are enjoying a good week. Easter is over and visitors are away. The cool spell has passed with warmer days ahead. Artemis II is back to Earth. We count it all good.
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By MELBA TAYLOR - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
Plantation Garden Club President Sara Wilson welcomes guest speaker Bill Sheppard of the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta Levee Board.
Lyn Gates opened her doors on a lovely spring day for a living room of ladies ready to hear all about the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta Levee Board.
YMD Chief Engineer Bill Sheppard presented a most educational slide presentation detailing all of the planning and preparation that goes into flood prevention.
There are two levee boards in the Mississippi Delta. The first one was established in 1865 as the first act of the Mississippi Legislature following the Civil War. The Mississippi Levee Board is located in Greenville.
By LYDIA DUNAVENT - Plantation Garden Club Reporter on
2 months 1 week ago
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