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Rural Health Transformation Program Office Director Richard Grimes answers questions posed by members of the Joint House and Senate Rural Health Transformation Fund Hearing held at the State Capitol, Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Jackson. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
As Mississippi prepares to open applications for grants to improve rural healthcare, lawmakers on Thursday voiced concerns about transparency and whether the hundreds of millions of federal dollars awarded to the state will reach and benefit rural communities.
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Mississippi State and Ole Miss will both face familiar rivals in NCAA Baseball Super Regionals; this weekend. State plays at Georgia. Ole Miss plays at Auburn. The two winners advance to the College World Series. The Clevelands also discuss what happened to Southern Miss, which is what happened to so many national seeds in NCAA Regionals last week. Today’s show also touches on the NBA championship series,, the College Softball World Series, the legacy of Vic Purvis, and Pearl River Community College’s national championships in both baseball and softball.
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1. Miss. Dept. of Health offers tips to stay safe this summer
The Mississippi State Department of Health is urging residents to put safeguards in place this summer that ensure their health and safety remain a priority.
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Every surface of the house and its contents, as well as the front porch and garden, have been carefully arranged with her vibrant, immersive art.
Coinciding with the exhibit of Mississippi folk artist L.V. Hull exhibit at the Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson, the L.V. Hull Legacy Center is now opening in Hull’s former home in Kosciusko.
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New World Screwworm Detection Poses No Threat to Food Safety
JACKSON, Miss. – Following confirmation by U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the detection of the New World screwworm (NWS), in a bovine calf in Texas, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson ensures consumers this detection poses no threat to food safety.
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Southern Miss Announces New Science Research Facility
The University of Southern Mississippi announced today its intention to add a science research facility in the heart of its Hattiesburg campus.
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Researcher Uses Award to Study Nanoscale Reactions for Cleaner Fuels
NSF CAREER award funds Vignesh Sundaresan's study of how tiny pores shape energy conversion
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi researcher has earned a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to study how tiny structures can make clean energy production more efficient.
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VBS 2026
VBS 2026. Theme: "Family Feud". Presented by Owens Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church-Rev. Julia Lott-Lindsey, Pastor
June 17 -19, 2026, 6pm Nightly
825 W. Jefferson St., Kosciusko.
Come join us for a faithful, fun-filled & learning event.
All are invited: Children and Adults
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Sheriff’s Arrest docket
5/25/2026 - 5/31/2026 Arrest
David Writesel Durant, MS
1)Possession of a controlled substance in a motor vehicle (Felony)
Charles Winters Sallis, MS
1)Domestic Violence 1st Offense
Christopher Horne Kosciusko, MS
1)Possession of a controlled substance (Felony)
2)Possession of Paraphernalia
3)Suspended License
4)Improper Equipment
5)No Insurance
6)Wanted by MDOC
Tiffany Fletcher Kosciusko, MS
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Horse event set
Tractor Supply Company will host a Horse Health and Feed event on June 5, 2026, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at its Kosciusko store, located at 180 Highway 12 W.
Visitors will learn about maintaining their horse's health through interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities.
The event is part of Tractor Supply's continued commitment to community-based events that cater to the Out Here lifestyle of its customers.
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Greenlee Honor roll
From press and staff reports
2025-2026 Honor Roll
Superintendent’s List
Jessie Arbia
Cooper Bagwell
Lawson Branch
Bristol Brown
Charlie Burrell
Emma Chandler
Vera Chislom
Katie Daniel
Lila Dean
Priscilla Dearen
Camden Dees
Colton Dodd
Ella Edwards
Kaisley Ellis
Kaison Ellis
Josie Fancher
Willow Fox
Everett Goss
Amos Ingram
Jaxon Jones
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World Cup returns to North America with expanded 48-team field
By Laurence Hilliard
The 2026 World Cup begins June 11 with a game between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City and will conclude 38 days later with the championship game at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey July 19.
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Attala County Library announces June summer program events
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The Attala County Library has released its June calendar, offering a full month of activities tied to the 2026 Summer Library Program theme, “Unearth a Story.”
The program began with The Dinosaur Experience, which kicked off the summer schedule with a hands-on, prehistoric-themed event for children and families.
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Beans and Greens banquet set for June 20
From press and staff reports
The Attala County Democratic Executive Committee will host its annual Beans and Greens Banquet Fundraiser at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the Oprah Winfrey Boys and Girls Club.
This year’s banquet will feature a Juneteenth theme, including a menu planned to reflect the celebration. Scott Colom, district attorney for Mississippi’s 16th Judicial District and a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, will serve as the guest speaker.
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KHS basketball teams open busy June summer schedules
From press and staff reports
Kosciusko High School basketball teams will stay busy throughout June as the Whippets and Lady Whippets begin their 2026 summer basketball schedules with practices, shootouts, team camps and summer league games.
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Karaoke competition to take center stage at Central Mississippi Fair
From press and staff reports
Local performers will have a chance to step into the spotlight when the Kosciusko Attala Partnership (KAP) Chamber of Commerce hosts a karaoke competition during the Central Mississippi Fair on June 6.
The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Attala County Coliseum and is open to singers of all experience levels. Organizers say the competition is designed to highlight community talent while providing a high-energy evening of entertainment.
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Semester Honor Roll at Jones College announced
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Jones College has announced the 2026 Spring Semester honor roll scholars. Full-time students with 15 hours or more and who maintain the following grade-point averages will make the honor roll: President’s List--4.0; Dean’s List--3.99-3.5: Faculty List--3.49-3.0.
Jones College
President’s List Honor Roll
Spring 2026
Attala Kosciusko: Mary K Price.
Jones College
Dean’s List Honor Roll
Spring 2026
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Elena Harman named a Stephen D. Lee Scholar at MSU
From press and staff reports
Elena Harman, of Sallis, MS, was recognized as a Stephen D. Lee Scholar during Mississippi State University's spring 2026 commencement exercises.
Harman is among more than 160 students who attained this honor among about 4,000 spring graduates. Stephen D. Lee Scholars have achieved a cumulative 4.0 GPA during their college careers.
Harman, who studied Secondary Education, earned the Bachelor of Science from MSU's College of Education.
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hiring
Hiring for Housekeeper 8 to 12 Monday to Friday Send resume to: 107 South Natchez Street Kosciusko, MS 39090
for sale
Car for Sale 1954 Chevrolet; Engine over hauled; New paint and new interior; Very nice car for only $8,500. A great deal Call 662.633.8270
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 LARge yare sale
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Calendar of Events & The Church Bulletin 06-04-2026
Cedar Grove to honor pastor
Cedar Grove M.B. Church in Sallis will hold a pastor appreciation program at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7.
The program will celebrate Pastor Osie Grays’ 33 years of leadership. The public is invited.
Attala County NAACP prayer breakfast
The Attala County NAACP will hold a prayer breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Little Hill M.B. Church.
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