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56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival this weekend
From staff and press reports
The 56th annual Natchez Trace Festival will return to historic downtown Kosciusko on April 24-25, bringing a weekend of arts, crafts, food and entertainment to the community.
Held each year on the last Friday and Saturday of April, the festival draws dozens of artisans and craftsmen from across the southeastern United States, including many from Mississippi. Organizers say the event celebrates the area’s heritage while offering activities for all ages.
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Firefighters engage in fire extinguishment training utilizing the scenario of a kitchen fire that has spread up into the attic of the structure. The training, held in Clarksdale, was attended by members of five Tallahatchie County fire departments. (Photo by Linnie Maples)
, Firefighters learn about proper fitment and use of their personal protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus during training held in Clarksdale and attended by five Tallahatchie County fire departments. (Photo by Linnie Maples)
Tallahatchie County volunteer firefighters from five local departments attended a recent 12-hour fire school at the Clarksdale Fire Department Training Facility.
Tallahatchie County Fire Coordinator Linnie Maples said firefighters from the Enid, Murphreesboro, Rosebloom, Spring Hill, Teasdale and Coahoma County fire departments took part in the training school.
He said the scenario for the training exercises was that of a simulated kitchen fire with extension into an attic space.
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Firefighters engage in fire extinguishment training utilizing the scenario of a kitchen fire that has spread up into the attic of the structure. The training, held in Clarksdale, was attended by members of five Tallahatchie County fire departments. (Photo by Linnie Maples)
, Firefighters learn about proper fitment and use of their personal protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus during training held in Clarksdale and attended by five Tallahatchie County fire departments. (Photo by Linnie Maples)
Tallahatchie County volunteer firefighters from five local departments attended a recent 12-hour fire school at the Clarksdale Fire Department Training Facility.
Tallahatchie County Fire Coordinator Linnie Maples said firefighters from the Enid, Murphreesboro, Rosebloom, Spring Hill, Teasdale and Coahoma County fire departments took part in the training school.
He said the scenario for the training exercises was that of a simulated kitchen fire with extension into an attic space.
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Coaches Khristopher Smith, left, and Bernard Berryhill will coach new after-school basketball at the Tutwiler Community Education Center. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta, in partnership with the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC), is tipping off a new after-school basketball program for local youth starting Monday, April 27.
The program runs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the TCEC. It is open to boys and girls ages 6-12, with a limited enrollment of 25 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Coaches Khristopher Smith, left, and Bernard Berryhill will coach new after-school basketball at the Tutwiler Community Education Center. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta, in partnership with the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC), is tipping off a new after-school basketball program for local youth starting Monday, April 27.
The program runs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the TCEC. It is open to boys and girls ages 6-12, with a limited enrollment of 25 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Coaches Khristopher Smith, left, and Bernard Berryhill will coach new after-school basketball at the Tutwiler Community Education Center. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta, in partnership with the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC), is tipping off a new after-school basketball program for local youth starting Monday, April 27.
The program runs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the TCEC. It is open to boys and girls ages 6-12, with a limited enrollment of 25 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
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The West Tallahatchie High School track teams finished near the top in their respective divisions at the 2-1A Super Regional meet April 16 at Center Hill High in Olive Branch.
On the boys’ side, Calhoun City won with 156 total points. West Tally placed second with 87, Tupelo Christian Prep finished third with 86, Okolona fourth with 49 and French Camp fifth with 48. Rounding out the list were West Lowndes, with 38; Vardaman, with 31; Mississippi School for Math and Science, with 24; Ingomar, with 21; Coffeeville, with 9; and Smithville, with 1.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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The West Tallahatchie High School track teams finished near the top in their respective divisions at the 2-1A Super Regional meet April 16 at Center Hill High in Olive Branch.
On the boys’ side, Calhoun City won with 156 total points. West Tally placed second with 87, Tupelo Christian Prep finished third with 86, Okolona fourth with 49 and French Camp fifth with 48. Rounding out the list were West Lowndes, with 38; Vardaman, with 31; Mississippi School for Math and Science, with 24; Ingomar, with 21; Coffeeville, with 9; and Smithville, with 1.
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Less than a week after sweeping the Region 3-2A track and field meet on home turf, the Charleston High School girls and boys repeated the feat to gain their second championship trophies during the April 16 Super Regional at the Craig Walker Track Field.
The regional meet was held on April 10, also in Charleston.
The Super Regional featured competition among athletes from both Region 3-2A and Region 4-2A.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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Less than a week after sweeping the Region 3-2A track and field meet on home turf, the Charleston High School girls and boys repeated the feat to gain their second championship trophies during the April 16 Super Regional at the Craig Walker Track Field.
The regional meet was held on April 10, also in Charleston.
The Super Regional featured competition among athletes from both Region 3-2A and Region 4-2A.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
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Less than a week after sweeping the Region 3-2A track and field meet on home turf, the Charleston High School girls and boys repeated the feat to gain their second championship trophies during the April 16 Super Regional at the Craig Walker Track Field.
The regional meet was held on April 10, also in Charleston.
The Super Regional featured competition among athletes from both Region 3-2A and Region 4-2A.
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From left are pictured Northwest Mississippi Community College President Dr. Michael J. Heindl, Sayle Oil Co. President and CEO Isaac W. “Ike” Sayle, NWCC Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Patti Gordon and NWCC Foundation Board President Dr. Stephen Joe. (Photo courtesy of Northwest Communications)
Sayle Oil Co. of Charleston was presented with the Outstanding Corporation Award during the Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation’s “Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala.”
The event was held Saturday, April 18, in the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts on the Senatobia campus.
The award honors dedication and service to the college.
A previously published in-depth story about the honor may be found here.
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From left are pictured Northwest Mississippi Community College President Dr. Michael J. Heindl, Sayle Oil Co. President and CEO Isaac W. “Ike” Sayle, NWCC Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Patti Gordon and NWCC Foundation Board President Dr. Stephen Joe. (Photo courtesy of Northwest Communications)
Sayle Oil Co. of Charleston was presented with the Outstanding Corporation Award during the Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation’s “Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala.”
The event was held Saturday, April 18, in the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts on the Senatobia campus.
The award honors dedication and service to the college.
A previously published in-depth story about the honor may be found here.
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From left are pictured Northwest Mississippi Community College President Dr. Michael J. Heindl, Sayle Oil Co. President and CEO Isaac W. “Ike” Sayle, NWCC Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Patti Gordon and NWCC Foundation Board President Dr. Stephen Joe. (Photo courtesy of Northwest Communications)
Sayle Oil Co. of Charleston was presented with the Outstanding Corporation Award during the Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation’s “Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala.”
The event was held Saturday, April 18, in the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts on the Senatobia campus.
The award honors dedication and service to the college.
A previously published in-depth story about the honor may be found here.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) held its annual Equipmemnt Operators Roadeo for District 2 at the district headquarters in Batesville on April 16.
Focusing on efficiency and skill, MDOT’s Roadeos provide employees with an opportunity to display their mastery of vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering and heavy equipment precision. The event and judging criteria provide feedback and help operators evaluate their strengths and challenges. Operators improve techniques and learn new skills while engaging in some friendly competition.
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta plans an April 30 open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center to acquaint the public with services and activities being offered there. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — Families and community members are invited to a pop-in open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC) on Thursday, April 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The event is hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta in partnership with the TCEC. It offers an opportunity to tour the facility, meet staff and coaches, and learn about upcoming youth programs including after-school basketball.
Free food will be served, including hot dogs, popcorn, chips and cookies.
By ALICIA DALLAS - Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta plans an April 30 open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center to acquaint the public with services and activities being offered there. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — Families and community members are invited to a pop-in open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC) on Thursday, April 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The event is hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta in partnership with the TCEC. It offers an opportunity to tour the facility, meet staff and coaches, and learn about upcoming youth programs including after-school basketball.
Free food will be served, including hot dogs, popcorn, chips and cookies.
By ALICIA DALLAS - Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta plans an April 30 open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center to acquaint the public with services and activities being offered there. (Photo special to The Sun-Sentinel)
TUTWILER — Families and community members are invited to a pop-in open house at the Tutwiler Community Education Center (TCEC) on Thursday, April 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The event is hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta in partnership with the TCEC. It offers an opportunity to tour the facility, meet staff and coaches, and learn about upcoming youth programs including after-school basketball.
Free food will be served, including hot dogs, popcorn, chips and cookies.
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