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56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival this weekend

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56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival this weekend From staff and press reports The 56th annual Natchez Trace Festival will return to historic downtown Kosciusko on April 24-25, bringing a weekend of arts, crafts, food and entertainment to the community. Held each year on the last Friday and Saturday of April, the festival draws dozens of artisans and craftsmen from across the southeastern United States, including many from Mississippi. Organizers say the event celebrates the area’s heritage while offering activities for all ages.

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Kosy Nutrition celebrates ribbon cutting

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Spivey’s sprint sweep powers McAdams to third at Super Region Meet

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, Copyright 2026 Emmerich Newspapers Inc. Wise and Spivey.

By Laurence Hilliard

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Whippets, Lady Whippets set sights on New Albany

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Copyright 2025 Emmerich Newspapers Inc. Taking another base.

By Laurence Hilliard

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Lady Whippets ride offensive surge Into Playoff Matchup

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, Copyright 2025 Emmerich Newspapers Inc. Khyleigh Greer connects for a base hit

By Laurence Hilliard

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Ethel Tigers, Lady Tigers sweep into second round

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, Copyright 2025 Emmerich Newspapers Inc. Meredith Moudy rips one to left

By Cooper Sanders

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Kosciusko Rotary Club honors growth, hosts author Rhonda DiBiase

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From press and staff reports The Kosciusko Rotary Club recognized a year of growth and service while hosting author Rhonda DiBiase as its featured speaker during a recent meeting, highlighting both the club’s achievements and a message of faith shaped through personal loss during its April 13 meeting.s DiBiase, a Mississippi native and member of Rotary International, spoke to the club about her newly published memoir, “Fear Finds Faith,” which chronicles her experience navigating her mother’s prolonged illness and death and the spiritual questions that followed.

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Cynthia Ann Stonestreet Lassiter

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Cynthia Ann Stonestreet Lassiter, 77, passed away peacefully at home on April 14, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. True to her character, she gracefully and bravely fought a battle with cancer.

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C.H.I.L.D. AHEAD Project hosts 39th annual Easter Egg Hunt

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C.H.I.L.D. AHEAD Project hosts 39th annual Easter Egg Hunt From press and staff reports The C.H.I.L.D. AHEAD Project held its 39th annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2025, in front of the Attala County Coliseum. The event, founded by Kosciusko Alderman Henry Daniel, welcomed children ages 3 to 10, along with their parents and guardians, for an afternoon of community fellowship and activities.

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Federal Disaster Aid approved for Attala, 35 Other Counties After Winter Storm

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Federal Disaster Aid approved for Attala, 35 Other Counties After Winter Storm From press and staff reports Residents of Attala County and dozens of other Mississippi counties affected by severe winter weather in late January are now eligible for federal disaster assistance following approval from the White House.

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Lady Whippets look ahead to rematches, playoff push After Tough Week

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Lady Whippets look ahead to rematches, playoff push After Tough Week By Laurence Hilliard It was a tough week for Kosciusko softball, allowing 26 runs in 12 innings in losses to Neshoba Central 12-1 and Lake 14-10 in eight innings. The Lake loss was especially painful because the Lady Whippets rallied with five in the bottom of the seventh for a 9-9 tie, forcing extra innings. But in the top of the eighth three Kosciusko errors resulted in five runs.

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McAdams sweeps Region 5-1A Track Titles Behind Spivey’s Standout Performance

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McAdams sweeps Region 5-1A Track Titles Behind Spivey’s Standout Performance By Laurence Hilliard McAdams dominated the Region 5-1A track meet with championships by boys and girls teams. Led by senior Jamarques Spivey, the Bulldogs finished with 140 points, followed by Leake County 103, Noxapater 68, Ethel 64, Sebastopol 56 and Nanih Waiya 45. For the girls it was McAdams 130, Ethel 92, Noxapater 83, Sebastopol 51, Leake County 49 and Nanih Waiya 22.

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Miss Natchez Trace Festival Pageant crowns 2026 queen

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Miss Natchez Trace Festival Pageant crowns 2026 queen From staff and press reports The 2026 Miss Natchez Trace Festival Pageant brought an evening of poise, confidence and community spirit to the stage Friday night, serving as an early highlight and kickoff to this year’s festival season. Anna Lauren Watts was crowned Miss Natchez Trace Festival 2026, earning the title after a strong showing among a group of contestants praised for their charm and stage presence. Division winners were also announced across multiple age groups:

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56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival returns to Kosciusko

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56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival returns to Kosciusko From staff and press reports The 56th annual Natchez Trace Festival will return to historic downtown Kosciusko on April 24-25, bringing a weekend of arts, crafts, food and entertainment to the community. Held each year on the last Friday and Saturday of April, the festival draws dozens of artisans and craftsmen from across the southeastern United States, including many from Mississippi. Organizers say the event celebrates the area’s heritage while offering activities for all ages.

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for sale Fire Pit And Metal Wood Storage Barrel - wood Included $50 OR Best offer. Please call 662-770-0390 hiring Hiring for Housekeeper 8 to 12 Monday to Friday Send resume to: 107 South Natchez Street Kosciusko, MS 39090 house for rent House for rent in Vaiden, MS 4 bedroom with Carport, Basement and has a fenced in big yard. Call 662.392.2757 and 662-310-5767 Rummage Sale

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LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY

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LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY APOSTOLIC BETHEL APOSTOLIC 350 Fenwick St., 289-6535 ASSEMBLY OF GOD ZION ASSEMBLY CHURCH OF GOD Hwy. 12 W., 825-2263 BAPTIST ABRAHAM BAPTIST Hwy. 12 E., Ethel 674-2190 ATTALA BAPTIST 209 Woodland Dr., 289-1766 BIBLE BAPTIST Hwy. 12 W., 289-5793 BEAR CREEK BAPTIST County Rd. 2135, 547-6491 BEREA BAPTIST 22828 Attala Road 3122, 547-6507

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April 16 — Gospel trio Southbound to perform in Carthage Carthage Methodist Church will host the Southern gospel trio Southbound at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Admission is free; a love offering will be taken. April 15 — Container Gardening Class Registration Deadline

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The power behind the resurrection lives inside all true believers in Christ

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The power behind the resurrection lives inside all true believers in Christ By Austin Bishop 7 For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. 8 Those who are in the flesh cannot please God.

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Attala County Library to Celebrate National Library Week and Kick Off America’s 250th Anniversary

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Attala County Library to Celebrate National Library Week and Kick Off America’s 250th Anniversary The Attala County Library will host a week of engaging programs and community events in celebration of National Library Week, April 21st–24th, while also helping kick off America’s 250th anniversary. The week-long celebration will highlight the importance of history, creativity, and community connection.

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Women in Touch Conference marks 14 years of fellowship and recognition

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Women in Touch Conference marks 14 years of fellowship and recognition Submitted The Women in Touch Conference and Fellowship celebrated its 14th anniversary with a special gathering recognizing women during National Women’s History Month.

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