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Wallace served in the House since 2018 representing Rankin and Simpson counties in District 77.
Speaker Jason White shared Wednesday evening that State Rep. Price Wallace has died.
“It is with heavy hearts that we pause to reflect on the passing of our friend and colleague in the Mississippi House of Representatives, State Representative Price Wallace,” White said.
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An ice-encrusted berry bush photographed in Charleston during the ice storm of January 2026 fills a map outline of Tallahatchie County. Charleston and Tallahatchie County officials are seeking the public's help to document volunteer hours and donated resources in the aftermath of that storm. (Sun-Sentinel photo illustration by Clay McFerrin)
The City of Charleston and Tallahatchie County are asking residents, businesses, churches, volunteer organizations and community partners to help document volunteer hours and donated resources provided during the response and recovery efforts following the 2026 ice storm.
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An ice-encrusted berry bush photographed in Charleston during the ice storm of January 2026 fills a map outline of Tallahatchie County. Charleston and Tallahatchie County officials are seeking the public's help to document volunteer hours and donated resources in the aftermath of that storm. (Sun-Sentinel photo illustration by Clay McFerrin)
The City of Charleston and Tallahatchie County are asking residents, businesses, churches, volunteer organizations and community partners to help document volunteer hours and donated resources provided during the response and recovery efforts following the 2026 ice storm.
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2 weeks 6 days ago
Wallace served in the House since 2018 representing Rankin and Simpson counties in District 77.
Speaker Jason White shared Wednesday evening that State Rep. Price Wallace has died.
“It is with heavy hearts that we pause to reflect on the passing of our friend and colleague in the Mississippi House of Representatives, State Representative Price Wallace,” White said.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
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Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter:
Gentry has not given interviews, performed, or appeared publicly since her 1982 appearance at the Academy of Country Music Awards, with the now-83-year-old singer reportedly now living in seclusion.
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Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter:
Gentry has not given interviews, performed, or appeared publicly since her 1982 appearance at the Academy of Country Music Awards, with the now-83-year-old singer reportedly now living in seclusion.
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“Events like this only happen when volunteers are willing to do whatever needs to be done. It requires humility, teamwork, and a community mentality,” said Executive Director Alana Broughton.
For years, Meridian residents have said, “I remember when the Jimmie Rodgers Festival used to be big.”
After this year, that question will fade into history.
By Richelle Putnam - Magnolia Tribune on
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“Events like this only happen when volunteers are willing to do whatever needs to be done. It requires humility, teamwork, and a community mentality,” said Executive Director Alana Broughton.
For years, Meridian residents have said, “I remember when the Jimmie Rodgers Festival used to be big.”
After this year, that question will fade into history.
By Richelle Putnam - Magnolia Tribune on
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Election integrity, fighting crime, modernizing the office, and being business friendly are Shuwaski Young’s top priorities in his 2027 campaign for Secretary of State.
Shuwaski Young has his sights set on being Mississippi’s next Secretary of State. In fact, he has sought the office twice, once as a Democrat and now as a Republican.
Young made headlines in October 2024 when he walked away from the Mississippi Democratic Party, saying at the time that today’s Democratic party is unrecognizable.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Election integrity, fighting crime, modernizing the office, and being business friendly are Shuwaski Young’s top priorities in his 2027 campaign for Secretary of State.
Shuwaski Young has his sights set on being Mississippi’s next Secretary of State. In fact, he has sought the office twice, once as a Democrat and now as a Republican.
Young made headlines in October 2024 when he walked away from the Mississippi Democratic Party, saying at the time that today’s Democratic party is unrecognizable.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves (R) has been elected as the 2026 States’ Co-Chair for the Delta Regional Authority (DRA).
Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves (R) has been elected as the 2026 States’ Co-Chair for the Delta Regional Authority (DRA).
Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 weeks 6 days ago
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1. Ingalls celebrates “Master Shipbuilders”
Ingalls Shipbuilding recently honored its 2026 class of Master Shipbuilders Thursday, recognizing 40 employees who have achieved 40 years of continuous service while building the Navy’s most advanced ships.
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1. Ingalls celebrates “Master Shipbuilders”
Ingalls Shipbuilding recently honored its 2026 class of Master Shipbuilders Thursday, recognizing 40 employees who have achieved 40 years of continuous service while building the Navy’s most advanced ships.
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Greenwood Leflore Hospital has pushed back its potential closure date from June 15 to July 31.
Hospital officials met with staff today and issued a new updated Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act letter notifying them of the improved financial situation.
Key Britt, hospital vice president of administration, authored the letter that was given to employees. The Commonwealth obtained a copy of the letter.
By Brent Maze - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Greenwood Leflore Hospital has pushed back its potential closure date from June 15 to July 31.
Hospital officials met with staff today and issued a new updated Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act letter notifying them of the improved financial situation.
Key Britt, hospital vice president of administration, authored the letter that was given to employees. The Commonwealth obtained a copy of the letter.
By Brent Maze - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
2 weeks 6 days ago
Greenwood Leflore Hospital has pushed back its potential closure date from June 15 to July 31.
Hospital officials met with staff today and issued a new updated Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act letter notifying them of the improved financial situation.
Key Britt, hospital vice president of administration, authored the letter that was given to employees. The Commonwealth obtained a copy of the letter.
By Brent Maze - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
2 weeks 6 days ago
JACKSON — The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Visitor Education Center (VEC) at the Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery is partnering with the National Park Service to host a fish camp for youth on Wednesday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The camp is for youth ages 10-15.
Youth will learn about fishing, the Hatchery, and the National Park Service (NPS) Junior Angler Program.
The full-day camp will include fish identification, water safety tips, a tour of the hatchery and catfish fishing in the hatchery’s VEC pond.
By Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
2 weeks 6 days ago
June is coming in hot! Mother and I just strolled uptown at 5 p.m. and it is 91 degrees. We were grateful for the few bits of shade on our trip back home. I’m really not ready for this!
By Linda Ross Aldy on
