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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.
North Union sets homecoming service
North Union Baptist Church will hold homecoming services at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 7.
Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and join the church for worship and lunch. An offering will be collected for the upkeep of North Union Cemetery.
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the town of Kosciusko is gearing up for a special celebration honoring our namesake: Tadeusz Kościuszko. Tadeusz is known as the "Hero of Two Worlds." He was a brilliant engineer whose forts and strategies helped win the Revolutionary War.
The Kosciusko Foundation for Excellence in Education is sponsoring two major competitions open to any students (ages 7-18) who live in Attala County. There is a writing contest and an art competition. Cash prizes are available in every age group.
The Writing Contest
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the town of Kosciusko is gearing up for a special celebration honoring our namesake: Tadeusz Kościuszko. Tadeusz is known as the "Hero of Two Worlds." He was a brilliant engineer whose forts and strategies helped win the Revolutionary War.
The Kosciusko Foundation for Excellence in Education is sponsoring two major competitions open to any students (ages 7-18) who live in Attala County. There is a writing contest and an art competition. Cash prizes are available in every age group.
The Writing Contest
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Kosciusko officials discussed public use of the fire department meeting room, approved payments for ongoing city work and reviewed plans to move a historic rail car during a May 19 public hearing and board meeting.
Marquita Thurman addressed city officials about a canceled reservation for the Kosciusko Fire Department meeting room, saying the city needs a formal written policy for public use of the space.
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Kosciusko officials discussed public use of the fire department meeting room, approved payments for ongoing city work and reviewed plans to move a historic rail car during a May 19 public hearing and board meeting.
Marquita Thurman addressed city officials about a canceled reservation for the Kosciusko Fire Department meeting room, saying the city needs a formal written policy for public use of the space.
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In celebration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Attala Historical Society will host a special four-part lecture series during the month of June entitled Echoes of History: America 250 Lecture Series. The series will take place each Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Mary Ricks Thornton Cultural Center and is free and open to the public.
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In celebration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Attala Historical Society will host a special four-part lecture series during the month of June entitled Echoes of History: America 250 Lecture Series. The series will take place each Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Mary Ricks Thornton Cultural Center and is free and open to the public.
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Joseph Cannon, 34, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Olive Branch, MS.
Funeral services were 10:00 am Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Culpepper Funeral Home Chapel in Kosciusko. Visitation was on Saturday from 9:00 am until 10:00 am at Culpepper Funeral Home. Burial followed at McClain Cemetery in Sallis.
Joe is survived by his wife Maranda Cannon, daughters Allyson and Gracelynn Cannon, son Gabriel Cannon, mother Brenda Butler, father Andrew Cannon (Beatrice), brother Zachery Trahan, and step-brothers Cheyenne Terry and Shawn Roberts.
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Infant Holland Rae Bock passed away on May 12, 2026, in Kosciusko, MS.
Graveside services were 1:00 pm Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Memorial Garden Park Cemetery in Starkville, MS. Visitation was 9:00 am until 10:00 am on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko.
Holland is survived by her mother Amber Bock (Alex Frank); father Harvey Hill; and grandparents Stephen and Holly Bock and Jennifer and Terry Bruce.
Per the family’s request, please wear bright colors.
For online condolences visit culpepperfuneralhome.com.
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Erubiel Garcia, 24, passed away in Winston County, MS.
Funeral services were Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Culpepper Funeral Home at 11:00 am. Visitation was held from 9:00 am until 11:00 am on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the funeral home chapel. Burial was at Parkway Cemetery.
Eubriel is survived by his wife, Alex Wilder Garcia, his children Santiago Erubiel Garcia, Giovani Garcia, Melany Garcia, and Eliana Garcia, parents, Alfonso and Narcisa Garcia, brothers Mani, Junior, and Mando, and sisters Eli and Chaly.
He was employed as a construction contractor.
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Billy Joe Rowell, 94, of McCool, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at his residence surrounded with his family by his side. Visitation was held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at McCool Cemetery. Amanda Matthews officiated the services.
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Basically only one towering issue remained for Attala County supervisors in the process of clearing away the site of the old jail.
While road issues came up for discussion and an update came on post-ice storm relief, the county board almost got settled Monday, May 18, in clearing away the old jail.
The board approved payment to Cain, Inc. for the demolition work, which seemed to settle issues at the old jail.
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Basically only one towering issue remained for Attala County supervisors in the process of clearing away the site of the old jail.
While road issues came up for discussion and an update came on post-ice storm relief, the county board almost got settled Monday, May 18, in clearing away the old jail.
The board approved payment to Cain, Inc. for the demolition work, which seemed to settle issues at the old jail.
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Below is a political opinion column by Patricia Rucker:
Education freedom is a winning political issue because it’s a winning issue for families. When we empower parents, we strengthen our communities.
I came to this country not knowing the language or the culture. I had to push myself to overcome and succeed. The good education I received instilled in me a belief in the power of education, and it shapes my work today as a state senator in West Virginia.
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Below is a political opinion column by Patricia Rucker:
Education freedom is a winning political issue because it’s a winning issue for families. When we empower parents, we strengthen our communities.
I came to this country not knowing the language or the culture. I had to push myself to overcome and succeed. The good education I received instilled in me a belief in the power of education, and it shapes my work today as a state senator in West Virginia.
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Below is a political opinion column by Patricia Rucker:
Education freedom is a winning political issue because it’s a winning issue for families. When we empower parents, we strengthen our communities.
I came to this country not knowing the language or the culture. I had to push myself to overcome and succeed. The good education I received instilled in me a belief in the power of education, and it shapes my work today as a state senator in West Virginia.
By Patricia Rucker - Magnolia Tribune on
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Below is a political opinion column by Patricia Rucker:
Education freedom is a winning political issue because it’s a winning issue for families. When we empower parents, we strengthen our communities.
I came to this country not knowing the language or the culture. I had to push myself to overcome and succeed. The good education I received instilled in me a belief in the power of education, and it shapes my work today as a state senator in West Virginia.
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This year’s fair has been moved up to June. See who’s slated to speak, and who’s not, at Mississippi’s Giant House Party.
Mississippi’s Giant House Party has been moved up this year to accommodate earlier school start dates and other summer activities that have begun causing conflicts.
The 2026 version of the Neshoba County Fair will get under way June 19 and run through June 26. The annual event features concerts, horseracing, fair rides, food, produce displays, porch sitting and of course, political speaking at Founders Square.
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This year’s fair has been moved up to June. See who’s slated to speak, and who’s not, at Mississippi’s Giant House Party.
Mississippi’s Giant House Party has been moved up this year to accommodate earlier school start dates and other summer activities that have begun causing conflicts.
The 2026 version of the Neshoba County Fair will get under way June 19 and run through June 26. The annual event features concerts, horseracing, fair rides, food, produce displays, porch sitting and of course, political speaking at Founders Square.
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This year’s fair has been moved up to June. See who’s slated to speak, and who’s not, at Mississippi’s Giant House Party.
Mississippi’s Giant House Party has been moved up this year to accommodate earlier school start dates and other summer activities that have begun causing conflicts.
The 2026 version of the Neshoba County Fair will get under way June 19 and run through June 26. The annual event features concerts, horseracing, fair rides, food, produce displays, porch sitting and of course, political speaking at Founders Square.
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