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Friends of Ginny Toole Sosebee are so saddened to hear about the sudden death of her husband, Richard, last week. Ginny grew up in Oakland, the daughter of Martha Magee Toole and Terry Toole, and after college and living in Atlanta moved back to Oakland with her husband Richard. He was a contractor and she opened the cutest antique shop downtown and hosted tea parties and became the center of downtown. Their son, Andrew, was born while they lived in Oakland.
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RAYMOND — In the aftermath of the recent winter storm that blanketed many areas of Mississippi in ice for days, timberland owners have tough decisions to make.
The Jan. 23-27 storm left thousands of acres of timber damaged or destroyed and landowners wondering how to manage this financial loss.
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service on
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Thursday March 12
Hitt Chapel Rebirth revival ongoing
Hitt Chapel Rebirth church, located at 3266 Highway 32, Webb, has announced a series of March revival services.
» Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Kenneth Rucker will speak
» Friday, March 13, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Kenneth Rucker will speak
» Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15: Pastor Sammie Ray will speak
» Monday, March 16, at 6 p.m.: Pastor Louis Bailey will speak
» Tuesday, March 17, at 6 p.m.: Apostle Mary Davis will speak
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2 weeks 6 days ago
You couldn’t tell from the outside.
But when the huge tree fell on Gary’s tractor, Drew’s truck, the chicken yard fence and two chicken houses with enclosures inside the fencing — it was obvious.
The tree that fell had long ago split and had grown up with a two-pronged trunk, thick and seemingly strong. That tree stood through many storms, heavy rains, ice and probably lots of high winds. There didn’t seem to be any danger in it falling.
By Connie Bunch on
2 weeks 6 days ago
State Senator Rita Parks said concessions were made to ensure the regulation of PBMs stays with the Board of Pharmacy.
The Senate Public Health Committee adopted a strike-all amendment to the House’s Pharmacy Benefit Manager reform bill this week that removed steering prohibitions.
During discussion of HB 1665, State Senator Rita Parks (R) said the strike-all amendment addresses several major concerns with the original version of the bill.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Times are tough. But, when times are tough, our little community always comes together for a compelling cause.
I often scratch my head and continue to be amazed at the truth behind this simple saying.
By Dana Clolinger - Executive Director, Charleston Arts and Revitalization Effort (CARE) on
2 weeks 6 days ago
The study committee would be tasked with collecting information on aviation incidents, wildlife-mortality data, and farmland loss linked to wind turbine development.
The Mississippi Senate approved a strike-all amendment to a House bill Monday that would have limited wind turbines on farmlands.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
A rash of random gunfire in neighborhoods across Charleston has residents rattled and city police searching feverishly for answers.
So far, Charleston Police Chief Kirby Griffin said Tuesday, no arrests have been made, no suspects have been identified and police are working scant leads.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 weeks 6 days ago
The governor did add that there is still time in the session to get those things done, saying that nothing is dead in the Capitol until it is “dead, dead, dead.”
At the end of a press conference Tuesday, Governor Tate Reeves (R) took questions on teacher pay raises, the state Public Employees Retirement System, and the future of the movement to provide parents in Mississippi with greater education freedom. He did not rule out a special session to address at least two of those matters.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
JACKSON — More people die of colorectal cancer (CRC) in Mississippi than anywhere else in the country. Yet, with proper screening and lifestyle changes, it is one of the most preventable cancers.
Throughout March, recognized as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) urges residents to take ownership of their health by getting timely screenings and making lifestyle changes that can drastically reduce their chances of both developing and dying of this disease.
By Greg Flynn - Mississippi State Department of Health on
2 weeks 6 days ago
“A Home for Every Child” is intended to help reduce red tape, modernize the licensure process, and ensure more children are not staying in hotels or other non-traditional housing.
Mississippi joined four other states this week in the Trump administration’s “A Home for Every Child” initiative, a pilot effort aimed at encouraging more Americans to become foster families.
The initiative is part of the Trump administration’s “Fostering the Future for American Children and Families” executive order.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Poison Prevention Week is March 15-21.
The third week in March each year is nationally recognized to highlight the dangers of poisonings and how to prevent them. This year’s theme is “When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.”
Over 2.4 million poisonings are responded to each year by the 55 Poison Control Centers across the United States. More than 90% of poisonings occur at home.
By James L. Cummins on
2 weeks 6 days ago
I am astonished at how fast spring has happened here on the Circle S.
It seems just like last week Roy and I were sitting in our keeping room bundled in multi-layers of blankets as our electricity was down and so was our generator. Now we are sitting on our back porch listening to the birds sing and watching the cattle graze on the bright green grass that is growing in the pasturelands.
It somehow sneaks up on me every year, but this time it was spontaneous as it was freezing one day and the next, short-sleeve weather. Instantaneous!
By Peggy Sims on
2 weeks 6 days ago
I pray all you school students and faculty have a great and safe spring break.
Scott McLendon attended his granddaughter‘s first birthday party. Little Farron McLendon was dressed like a little princess with a flower wreath that adorned her beautiful hair.
By PATCIE DECK on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R), Congressman Bennie Thompson (D) and Congressman Mike Ezell (R) easily defeat their primary challengers. See who will be on the November General Election ballot.
Mississippi voters went to the polls on Tuesday to choose their nominees in the Republican and Democratic Midterm Primary Elections for U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives.
Here is a rundown on how Mississippi voted as of 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning along with a look ahead to the November General Election.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Warm and pleasant greetings. We hope you are enjoying the beginning days of March and at the same time getting adjusted to daylight saving time. The warmer weather was the theme last week.
Some days, no heat was needed and it was nice to raise the window and dust the screen as the breeze circulated. The weekend brought rain and it was a “tad” cooler.
Some residents were out and about while others were quietly working outside. Hope you enjoyed some time outside watching the creatures in motion while basking in the warmth, or maybe enjoying another cup of coffee while reading.
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2 weeks 6 days ago
Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter:
Columnist Sid Salter reflects on the life of Choctaw Books owner, the “go-to” expert in the state for appraisals of rare books, maps, documents, and ephemera.
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Fred Smith—who concluded his remarkable life and career at Mississippi State University’s Mitchell Memorial Library as the Rare Books Coordinator in the Special Collections division—died at his home in Starkville on Feb. 28.
By Sid Salter - Contributing Columnist on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Across the state, there are people who quietly, diligently, and passionately work to protect, preserve, and raise the cultural aspects that define a community. The artists, the planners, the policymakers, and the patrons are the culture-bearers we will be celebrating over the next few months. Vicksburg is fortunate to have such a person in Kelle Barfield.
Kelle Barfield is a Vicksburg resident who is passionate about her city, especially the river city’s culture.
By Susan Marquez - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
TIPPO — Oliver Short, age 70, passed away Monday, February 23.
Visitation was held Friday, March 6, at J Brown Community Funeral Services in Charleston.
Funeral services were held 2 pm. Saturday, March 7, at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church near Tippo.
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The amended version on a Senate bill also included a provision requiring that Mississippi driver’s licenses reflect the sex of a person as it was identified at birth.
Lawmakers in Mississippi want to crack down on illegal or undocumented immigrant drivers.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
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