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Jewish Clarksdale residents and other members of the community discussed their thoughts and feelings after a fire was set to Beth Israel Congregation in northeast Jackson on the morning of Saturday, Jan. 10.
Spencer Pittman, 19, a former Coahoma Community College baseball player and Madison resident, has been charged with arson for allegedly setting the congregation on fire.
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One of the Southeast's top economic development executives will take the reins of the Tate County Economic Development Foundation.
The Tate County Board of Supervisors and the Tate County Economic Development Foundation have announced the hiring of Joe Max Higgins to fill the vacancy in the community’s community’s economic and industrial development organization.
The announcement was made Monday night following a meeting of the EDF Board and community stakeholders.
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MANCHESTER, NH (01/06/2026)-- Shantrell Burgess of Dumas (71639) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's (SNHU) Fall 2025 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
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Belle Harris reads, “The Gift of Hope”.
, Representative Mark McElroy Master of Ceremonies
, Phyllis Racy, Presenter of “The Five Gifts”
, Ida Block reads, “The Gift of Memories
, Roy Dalton brings greetings from the city.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
A free grant writing workshop will be held in McGehee on Friday, January 9.
The workshop will be held at 300 Fowler Mitchell building Shady Lane McGehee from 10 am to 1 pm. Participants will learn how to find grant funders; understand grant applications; and applying for grant funding.
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Brandon McPherson
, Brian Dillard Dunnahoe
, John Hicks
, William Deaton
The Desha County Sheriff Office busted a major copper theft with investigation starting in November and three arrests in December.
A farmer first reported theft finding electric wire cut on the north end of Choctaw Island on November 4, 2025. Deputies responded to the scene and found that over one mile of live copper electric line had been cut and removed.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
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Delta Memorial Hospital welcomed the first baby of 2026 four days into the New Year.
Parents Jennifer Rosas and Kendarias Smith, and big brother, 2-year-old Ja'Koben welcomed La'Curry Smith, 6 pounds and 14.8 oz, on January 4, 2026. The family received the gift of a baby blanket from the DMH Auxiliary. Karen and Peter Plante of Pine, AZ donated the blanked to the Auxiliary. Pictured: DMH Auxiliary Alice Branson, Abbie Nutt, RN/Ob Manager, Jennifer Rosas, 1-day-old La'Curry Smith, 2-year-old Ja’Koben Smith, Kendarias Smith and DMH Auxiliary Maedene Wesser.
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The Desha County Sheriff Office alerted county residents of a jury duty scam alert
They posted to their facebook page on December 29, 2025.
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Rev. Larry Alexander
, Bailey Austin
, , , Pastor Scott Gilbreth
The Dumas Community gathered for a Community Day of Prayer to welcome in the New Year at the Dumas Community Center January 1, 2026.
Minister Debra Hawkins opened the event and spoke about letting go of past events and let 2026 be a new beginning. The group sang “Amazing Grace” before the prayers.
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Opinions of President Trump’s decision to capture the president of Venezuela and bring him to the United States to face drug charges will vary. Those who support the president will think he’s doing right for America, and those who oppose him will question the legality of the overnight military operation.
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Every year has its challenges and this one is no different. On the opposite page, Jonathan Kettler writes about the start of 1949 and all the challenges faced that year. It provides a real sense of perspective.
The Sun is a community newspaper so we like to focus on local news but the decimation of local news by Big Tech has caused more focus on national and international news. It is human nature to focus on what’s there.
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The Dumas LadyCats wrapped up a successful week at the Mountain Home Tournament, finishing 2–1 against a competitive field to close out the 2025 portion of their season.
Dumas picked up an impressive 63–34 victory over Cave City before edging Georgetown, Texas 42–41 in a tightly contested matchup. The LadyCats faced tough opposition throughout the tournament, gaining valuable experience against quality teams.
Three LadyCats earned Player of the Game honors during the tournament: Shakiah Brown, Tamyra Clay, and Kendri Broughton, each playing key roles in the team’s success.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
SHRIMP TACOS
WITH LIME SLAW
SLAW:
4 cups shredded cole slaw mix
2 green onions, diced
1 1/2 tbls lime juice
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tbls brown sugar
3/4 tsp cumin seed
TOSTADA:1 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
12 oz raw jumbo shrimp, peeled
6 taco shells
1 cup refried beans, warmed
Prepared guacamole or sliced avocados
Cilantro
Oil
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2 months 3 weeks ago
The City of Dumas will no longer pick up limbs and trees for free that have been cut by the homeowner or hired contractor and placed on the curb for free.
The resident or homeowner is responsible for the disposal of limbs and trees placed on their curb.
If the City of Dumas Sanitation Department or Street Department receive a request to pick up the limbs and trees cut by a homeowner or contractor, there will be a minimum charge of $500.00 to be paid at the City of Dumas before the trees and limbs will be picked up.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Voters deserve to know who they are entrusting with leadership. My story is not about titles or accolades—it’s about preparation, service, and a lifelong commitment to doing the work required to serve others well.
Leadership expert John Maxwell says, “On any given day, we are a sum of our life experiences.” I believe that wholeheartedly. Every morning, I wake up with purpose, knowing that every step I have taken—personally and professionally—has prepared me to lead our Sheriff’s Office and help lead our County with integrity and accountability.
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2 months 4 weeks ago
The 2026 session of the Mississippi Legislature is ready to go, and from the looks of things, the Republican majorities in both chambers must prepare to compromise to get anything high on their wish list accomplished.
A recent story on the Magnolia Tribune website explored education issues ranging from school choice to teacher pay raises; and increased financial assistance for the Public Employees Retirement System to start decreasing its $26 billion unfunded liability.
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Few entities have had a bigger effect on Arkansas than Walmart, and this year the effect was bigger than most. For that reason, philanthropist Alice Walton, daughter of founder Sam Walton, and retiring CEO Doug McMillon are the Arkansans of the Year.
Every December, this column bestows that title on an individual or individuals who have most impacted the state. It is inspired by Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” designation for “the person or persons who most affected the news and our lives, for good or ill, and embodied what was important about the year.”
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