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Our book for this month is “Queen of Memphis,” by Martin Hegwood. It is part Southern Gothic, part lifestyle commentary, and, in totality, a consuming, hilarious and thought-provoking.
It is populated by characters who grew up in the South. As you read about the Winnforths of Memphis and all those in their surroundings, you will experience a sense of familiarity.
LuAnn Collier, a small-town beauty queen from the Delta, has eloped with Burniss Winnforth, the most sought-after bachelor in Memphis, and her new mother-in-law Maggie Winnforth is furious.
By LAURA WARRIOR on
2 months ago
The Birdia Keglar Legacy Committee announces the 21st annual celebration to take place on Saturday, June 6, in the Charleston area beginning at 10 a.m.
On the lawn of the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Charleston, the celebration will bring together leaders and community representatives who stand steadfast in keeping alive the efforts of Mrs. Keglar before her untimely death Jan. 11, 1966.
Featuring a drum call to the community, the opportunity to support longstanding activism and staying the course of action remains the highlighted mission of this yearly event.
By Gwen Dailey on
2 months ago
Have you ever been around a complainer — a negative, grumbling person who always finds fault?
Maybe you had a coworker who put a damper on everything? Or a family member who always “griped” about whatever was going on or what they had to do.
Have you ever asked someone to do a small task, chore or favor for you and heard a deep sigh, maybe saw an eye roll or aggravated expression?
How did you feel? You can even “catch” their attitude!
By Connie Bunch on
2 months ago
Mary J. Whitten, age 12, was judged to have the “Most Creative” entry of The Sun-Sentinel’s Easter Coloring Contest and received a $25 cash prize. She is the daughter of Robert and Tabatha Whitten of Sumner.
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This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought around the country.
, This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought in Mississippi.
JACKSON – This spring, Mississippi, along with most of the country, is experiencing a highly unusual drought situation at the beginning of the growing season. Twenty-one Mississippi counties have already been designated as primary disaster areas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to the recent drought.
The U.S. Drought Monitor's latest map, dated April 21, was released today and shows the situation has worsened within the state and across the nation.
By Hannah East - Communications Director, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce on
2 months ago
This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought around the country.
, This is the U.S. Drought Monitor's April 21 map of drought in Mississippi.
JACKSON – This spring, Mississippi, along with most of the country, is experiencing a highly unusual drought situation at the beginning of the growing season. Twenty-one Mississippi counties have already been designated as primary disaster areas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to the recent drought.
The U.S. Drought Monitor's latest map, dated April 21, was released today and shows the situation has worsened within the state and across the nation.
By Hannah East - Communications Director, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce on
2 months ago
All Tallahatchie County residents who are high school seniors this year — It does not matter where you attend school — are invited to fill out and submit The Sun-Sentinel's "High School Senior Profile" form. There is absolutely no cost.
The fillable form, which asks only a few basic questions, is attached, or click the link here.
The information will be printed in The Sun-Sentinel's upcoming special graduation section to highlight members of the Class of 2026.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months ago
Warm wood. Low conversation. The easy clink of glasses somewhere across the room. It’s a restaurant, yes—but it feels more like a place people settle into.
Have you ever planned a simple weekend getaway—and then found yourself still thinking about one meal long after you’ve come home?
That’s what happened to us in Vicksburg.
By Meredith Biesinger - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
Warm wood. Low conversation. The easy clink of glasses somewhere across the room. It’s a restaurant, yes—but it feels more like a place people settle into.
Have you ever planned a simple weekend getaway—and then found yourself still thinking about one meal long after you’ve come home?
That’s what happened to us in Vicksburg.
By Meredith Biesinger - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
State Treasurer David McRae said his office sponsors the competition because studies consistently show that financial habits are formed at a young age.
About 100 high school students across Mississippi gathered at the Mississippi Public Broadcasting Studios in Jackson recently to test their knowledge of economics.
The event was part of a statewide effort for public and private schoolers to gain financial literacy as they head out into the world.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
State Treasurer David McRae said his office sponsors the competition because studies consistently show that financial habits are formed at a young age.
About 100 high school students across Mississippi gathered at the Mississippi Public Broadcasting Studios in Jackson recently to test their knowledge of economics.
The event was part of a statewide effort for public and private schoolers to gain financial literacy as they head out into the world.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
On a recent facility visit, State Senator Lydia Chassaniol recognized the need for updated equipment in MAGCOR’s training facility and connected the organization with Viking Range.
To some, it might be just a new stainless-steel stove, but to the half dozen women in MAGCOR’s ServSafe certification program, the four-burner stove says the community cares.
MAGCOr’s mission is to provide men and women a pathway to successful reentry from prison into society through employment training and opportunities while reducing recidivism.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
On a recent facility visit, State Senator Lydia Chassaniol recognized the need for updated equipment in MAGCOR’s training facility and connected the organization with Viking Range.
To some, it might be just a new stainless-steel stove, but to the half dozen women in MAGCOR’s ServSafe certification program, the four-burner stove says the community cares.
MAGCOr’s mission is to provide men and women a pathway to successful reentry from prison into society through employment training and opportunities while reducing recidivism.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
My birth certificate states that I was born at 8:30 a.m. on May 11, 1951, in the old Baptist Hospital on North State Street in Jackson.
Nothing extraordinary about that.
However, my paternal grandfather, Robert Cleveland Smith, died at 2:30 p.m. later the same day, two floors above the nursery where I lay in a bassinet, contemplating my arrival.
Very unusual start.
By Kendall Smith on
2 months ago
My birth certificate states that I was born at 8:30 a.m. on May 11, 1951, in the old Baptist Hospital on North State Street in Jackson.
Nothing extraordinary about that.
However, my paternal grandfather, Robert Cleveland Smith, died at 2:30 p.m. later the same day, two floors above the nursery where I lay in a bassinet, contemplating my arrival.
Very unusual start.
By Kendall Smith on
2 months ago
My birth certificate states that I was born at 8:30 a.m. on May 11, 1951, in the old Baptist Hospital on North State Street in Jackson.
Nothing extraordinary about that.
However, my paternal grandfather, Robert Cleveland Smith, died at 2:30 p.m. later the same day, two floors above the nursery where I lay in a bassinet, contemplating my arrival.
Very unusual start.
By Kendall Smith on
2 months ago
Day 1
It has been a long time since I have documented any trips but a trip to the Okefenokee Swamp was something I wanted to share. It began on Wednesday March 11th – in fact, the day before my friend of over 40 years, Joel Mulkin, called and suggested we ride together. Something told me this was a good plan. At 3:30 a.m. on the 11th I began the drive to Birmingham. We needed to be at the Stephen C. Foster State Park by five Eastern Standard Time to check in for our campsite.
By Brooks Mosley on
2 months ago
Day 1
It has been a long time since I have documented any trips but a trip to the Okefenokee Swamp was something I wanted to share. It began on Wednesday March 11th – in fact, the day before my friend of over 40 years, Joel Mulkin, called and suggested we ride together. Something told me this was a good plan. At 3:30 a.m. on the 11th I began the drive to Birmingham. We needed to be at the Stephen C. Foster State Park by five Eastern Standard Time to check in for our campsite.
By Brooks Mosley on
2 months ago
The national debt is nearing $40 trillion, passing $39.5 trillion this month. The projected budget deficit this year, before the Iran not-war happened, was $1.9 trillion. Proposed extraordinary spending now pending in Congress could push this year’s deficit beyond $2 trillion.
The staggering amount of debt itself helps generate huge budget deficits. The interest on the debt this fiscal year is projected to hit $1 trillion for the first time. That amounts to 15% of total government spending. It is projected to grow as the debt continues to escalate.
By Bill Crawford on
2 months ago
The national debt is nearing $40 trillion, passing $39.5 trillion this month. The projected budget deficit this year, before the Iran not-war happened, was $1.9 trillion. Proposed extraordinary spending now pending in Congress could push this year’s deficit beyond $2 trillion.
The staggering amount of debt itself helps generate huge budget deficits. The interest on the debt this fiscal year is projected to hit $1 trillion for the first time. That amounts to 15% of total government spending. It is projected to grow as the debt continues to escalate.
By Bill Crawford on
