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Warm and pleasant greetings. We hope you are having a good week. Some days are more challenging than others but we get through these days caring and sharing with others.
We don’t have much to say this week. I thought you would get a smirk or two from this text I found on my old clipboard from my years of newspaper clipping and picking. You may remember reading this before.
The following is a letter from a Louisiana mom to her son.
By MELBA TAYLOR on
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Four Tallahatchie County students are among those who will be celebrated as Delta Honor Graduates during a 9 a.m. ceremony prior to the opening of the annual meeting of Delta Council on Friday, May 8, on “The Lawn” at the Delta Research and Extension Center in Stoneville.
The 23rd annual Salute to Delta Honor Graduates event will recognize two outstanding seniors from each public, private and parochial high school in the Mississippi Delta. School administrators selected students based on academic achievement, leadership and community involvement.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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Special to The Sun-Sentinel
By Bailey Martin on
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Our book for this month is “Queen of Memphis,” by Martin Hegwood. It is part Southern Gothic, part lifestyle commentary, and, in totality, a consuming, hilarious and thought-provoking.
It is populated by characters who grew up in the South. As you read about the Winnforths of Memphis and all those in their surroundings, you will experience a sense of familiarity.
LuAnn Collier, a small-town beauty queen from the Delta, has eloped with Burniss Winnforth, the most sought-after bachelor in Memphis, and her new mother-in-law Maggie Winnforth is furious.
By LAURA WARRIOR on
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The Birdia Keglar Legacy Committee announces the 21st annual celebration to take place on Saturday, June 6, in the Charleston area beginning at 10 a.m.
On the lawn of the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Charleston, the celebration will bring together leaders and community representatives who stand steadfast in keeping alive the efforts of Mrs. Keglar before her untimely death Jan. 11, 1966.
Featuring a drum call to the community, the opportunity to support longstanding activism and staying the course of action remains the highlighted mission of this yearly event.
By Gwen Dailey on
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Have you ever been around a complainer — a negative, grumbling person who always finds fault?
Maybe you had a coworker who put a damper on everything? Or a family member who always “griped” about whatever was going on or what they had to do.
Have you ever asked someone to do a small task, chore or favor for you and heard a deep sigh, maybe saw an eye roll or aggravated expression?
How did you feel? You can even “catch” their attitude!
By Connie Bunch on
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Mary J. Whitten, age 12, was judged to have the “Most Creative” entry of The Sun-Sentinel’s Easter Coloring Contest and received a $25 cash prize. She is the daughter of Robert and Tabatha Whitten of Sumner.
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This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought around the country.
, This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought in Mississippi.
JACKSON – This spring, Mississippi, along with most of the country, is experiencing a highly unusual drought situation at the beginning of the growing season. Twenty-one Mississippi counties have already been designated as primary disaster areas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to the recent drought.
The U.S. Drought Monitor's latest map, dated April 21, was released today and shows the situation has worsened within the state and across the nation.
By Hannah East - Communications Director, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce on
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1. Former USM President Thames dies
Dr. Shelby Freland Thames, the eighth president of The University of Southern Mississippi and an accomplished research scientist and respected academic leader, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026.
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
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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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Below is a religion column by Matt Friedeman:
God, in His hesed love, corrects. Rather harshly, in the case of Israel and Judah. But He shows His love and ultimate redemption.
A discipleship group of mine just started a run through the Minor Prophets in the Old Testament. First up – Hosea. And is it ever convicting!
By Matt Friedeman - Magnolia Tribune on
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Gregory, a JSU alumni, has been serving as the interim president since May 2025 and has extensive leadership training.
After months of searching and interviewing dozens of candidates, the Board of Trustees for the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning has named a new president for Jackson State University.
Thursday evening, the Board announced that Dr. Denise Jones Gregory, who has been serving as interim president of JSU since May of last year, is officially the institution’s 14th president.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
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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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Walmart has invested over $379 million in Mississippi over the past five years to upgrade its stores.
Walmart announced Thursday that it plans to remodel 19 stores in Mississippi this year.
The retailer’s new and remodeled stores will expand its assortment of healthy foods, affordable on-trend items and enhancing the in-store and online experience, the company said.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
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Dr. Graham Bodie is a Professor of Media & Communications at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. His courses and curricula are informed by over 2 decades of research on the role of Communication in shaping relationships, leadership, & virtuous civic living. He is also the Chief Listening Officer for the Listen First Project.
, Prior to a tenure from 2020-2023 as CEO of End It For Good, Inc, Brett Montague spent several years as a Training Manager at Sanderson Farms, Inc., focusing on areas of Corporate Communication, Trust, & Teamwork. He has been recognized in professional settings for excellence in communication, teamwork, bridge-building, conflict-resolution, and strategic thinking. Brett is a native of Hattiesburg.
Seneca once said, “Nothing great is ever accomplished suddenly.” This is as true today as it was in the days of Ancient Rome. Most great feats come about gradually, punctuated by qualities of endurance, perseverance, and intentionality. This is especially true for progress in the political sphere.
By Brett Montague and Brodie Graham on
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As state senator for District 13, representing Bolivar, Sunflower and Tallahatchie counties, I remain committed to ensuring our communities have the resources and support necessary to grow and thrive. The 2026 legislative session illustrated the importance of working together to move forward the priorities that matter most to the people we serve.
By Sarita Simmons on
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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
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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.
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