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Mississippi sits on the Smackover Formation, which contains one of the nation’s highest-grade lithium brines. The element is viewed as a critical part of U.S. national energy security.
Could lithium brine be Mississippi’s next energy boon?
That was the question debated for nearly four hours on Wednesday at the Mississippi Natural Resources Summit in Jackson, where participants learned the Magnolia State could lead in the production of domestic lithium, which is critical in national energy security.
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“Why is school choice so important? Because we’re not all created the same,” the Heisman Trophy winner said.
Attendees at Empower Mississippi’s fifth annual Solutions Summit heard from Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow on Wednesday in Jackson. The former college football national champion turned analyst and author spoke about the importance of providing individualized education support to children.
Tebow’s message was clear – parents, children and families thrive when they find love, care and an educational experience that meets their needs.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
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The Tallahatchie County Safe Room in Charleston is pictured April 13, 2022. (Sun-Sentinel file photo by Clay McFerrin)
The Tallahatchie County Safe Room will be open to the public beginning about 3 Friday afternoon, a few hours before Winter Storm Fern is forecast to begin unleashing wintry precipitation.
The county and much of North Mississippi is under an Ice Storm Warning from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Sunday.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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JACKSON – On Thursday, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) began operations to treat roadways in Mississippi ahead of Winter Storm Fern, which will move into the state starting Friday.
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1. Public Health Report Card presented by MDSH, MSMA
The 2025 Public Health Report Card was presented by the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) and the Mississippi State Medical Association (MSMA) on Wednesday at the State Capitol.
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JACKSON — In anticipation of subfreezing temperatures and icy precipitation throughout much of the state this weekend, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is cautioning residents to take steps now to ensure safety later. Freezing temps, snow/ice, and loss of power or water present hazards to your health, food and safety. Here’s what you need to know:
Stay safe from carbon monoxide poisoning
By Greg Flynn - Mississippi State Department of Health on
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Snow and ice are visible on Main Street in Charleston on March 5, 2015, after a winter storm hit the area. (Sun-Sentinel file photo by Clay McFerrin, Copyright 2026, Emmerich Newspapers Inc.)
An Ice Storm Warning has been issued for Tallahatchie and 18 other counties in North Mississippi from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Sunday.
In an alert, the National Weather Service in Memphis said "significant icing" is expected, with total snow and sleet accumulations between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations between one-half and 1 inch.
NWS said to expect power outages that last more than a day — long power outages are possible — and extensive tree damage due to the ice.
Travel could be impossible and should be restricted to emergencies only.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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The Senate convened the 2026 regular legislative session on Tuesday, Jan. 6.
On Wednesday, Jan. 7, the Senate committed to a historic $500 million stabilizing infusion to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) with the passage of Senate Bill 2004, the Mississippi PERS Stability Act. It also dedicates an annual $50 million appropriation to PERS through 2036.
By Sarita Simmons - State Senator, District 13 on
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There are several species of whales found in the Gulf of America. The two most sighted are: the killer whale (orca) and the sperm whale.
In the summer of 2008, four large pods (schools or herds) of killer whales were spotted approximately 125 miles southeast of Pasca-goula, Mississippi, by a group of people aboard the Shady Lady Charter Boat. While any sighting of a killer whale is rare, it is even more unusual that several groups of them would be spotted at one time.
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Teachers, parents, grandparents and all others who interact with students, begin now to get your K-12 students ready to enter the 2026 Fish Art and Essay Competition sponsored by the Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks and the Marine Foundation. The host site for the competition is the Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery Visitor Education Center.
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A Tallahatchie County grand jury in the 1st Judicial District at Charleston recently returned an indictment charging Amber Nicole Dogan with first-degree murder in the shooting death of her uncle.
Dogan, 19, of 724 School St., Clarksdale, allegedly shot Curtis Cortez Taylor, 44, once in the neck at Taylor’s 226 Holly St., Charleston, residence shortly after midnight on Jan. 21, 2025.
The following persons were named in other indictments handed down during the December grand jury session, according to records on file at the circuit clerk’s office in Charleston:
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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SENATOBIA — Tickets went on sale Jan. 14 for the Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation’s premier fundraising event, the “Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala,” presented by Mini Systems. This event is set to take place at the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts on April 18.
The headliner for the event is pop singer Dave Barnes, who will perform after the awards ceremony.
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Warm and pleasant greetings to all. We hope you are enjoying a good week.
As individuals and families, we know it’s important that we care for each other.
Let’s continue to sincerely be compassionate and pray for those who are experiencing difficult challenges at this time, battling a disease, grieving with sympathy, experiencing other health and social issues.
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News is short this week. With it being so cold, most everyone I contacted said it was too cold to get out and ramble. I certainly agree with them.
Thankful that Alex Ballard is home from the hospital after undergoing appendicitis surgery. I know her too precious little girls are happy that mama is home and feeling better each day.
Happy birthday to Bobby Cook and Winky Chambers on the 20th, Angela Robinson and Nathan Hartley on the 22nd, and Robert Duke on the 23rd. I pray you all have a wonderful day celebrating your day!
By PATCIE DECK on
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Friday January 23
Calvary Food Pantry to distribute
Calvary Food Pantry, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food 8-9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, for those living in the West Tallahatchie area and in Sunflower County outside the city limits of Drew. Any car in line on time at 9 a.m. will be served, but those arriving late will not be served. Distribution day is usually the next-to-last Saturday of each month but is being moved up to Friday due to weather.
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Well, it’s cold and overcast outside. The kind of day you just want to stay in your pajamas and sit by a rolling fire, drink coffee, and read a good book. That’s exactly what I have been doing. I’m looking at the hardwood floor with all the dirt and debris on it and, you know what? It does not bother me as much as it should because I’m still sitting here.
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Retired longtime Tallahatchie County schoolteacher Myrtle Jordan waves to the crowd Monday while serving in the role of grand marshal of Charleston’s 18th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade. The parade is held each year on the federal holiday honoring the slain civil rights leader.
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Tallahatchie County agricultural producers who suffered drought-related losses may be able to secure loan assistance under a new federal disaster designation revealed this week.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency announced Tuesday that farmers in Tallahatchie and 13 other Mississippi counties making up the primary disaster area, along with those in 20 contiguous counties, will be eligible to seek FSA emergency loans.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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In the market for a new home?
Ever searched for a place to move your family?
More tension is involved than looking for cars! So much to consider.
How much house can I get for my money?
Where should the home be located; city, town or rural?
What payment can I make each month?
What kind of down payment can I put down?
What’s the best interest rate I can get?
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