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Lou Forsythe
May 25, 1930 - May 1, 2026
Ellie Lou Ray Forsythe passed away peacefully at age 95 on May 1 in Kosciusko, MS.
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Earlene Johnson McBride
Earlene Johnson McBride, affectionately known as “Nanaw” to many of those who loved her, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 8, 2026, at the age of 78. Waiting to welcome her at Heaven’s gates was her beloved husband, Gary Leigh McBride, who preceded her in death. Together, they built a foundation of love and faith that will continue to guide their family for generations.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko.
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Earlene Johnson McBride
Earlene Johnson McBride, affectionately known as “Nanaw” to many of those who loved her, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 8, 2026, at the age of 78. Waiting to welcome her at Heaven’s gates was her beloved husband, Gary Leigh McBride, who preceded her in death. Together, they built a foundation of love and faith that will continue to guide their family for generations.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko.
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Earlene Johnson McBride
Earlene Johnson McBride, affectionately known as “Nanaw” to many of those who loved her, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 8, 2026, at the age of 78. Waiting to welcome her at Heaven’s gates was her beloved husband, Gary Leigh McBride, who preceded her in death. Together, they built a foundation of love and faith that will continue to guide their family for generations.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko.
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Deborah Hodge Tanksley
Deborah Tanksley, 69, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at her home in Union.
Funeral Services were Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 am at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 9:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service. Danny Stewart officiated the service.
Deborah is survived by her daughter April Petty, brothers Bobby Hodge and Charlie Hodge, grandchildren Dakota Page (Ansley), Destiny Petty, and Crystal Mabry (Quinton), and great-grandchildren Ava, Ashton, Bentley, and TK.
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Deborah Hodge Tanksley
Deborah Tanksley, 69, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at her home in Union.
Funeral Services were Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 am at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 9:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service. Danny Stewart officiated the service.
Deborah is survived by her daughter April Petty, brothers Bobby Hodge and Charlie Hodge, grandchildren Dakota Page (Ansley), Destiny Petty, and Crystal Mabry (Quinton), and great-grandchildren Ava, Ashton, Bentley, and TK.
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Deborah Hodge Tanksley
Deborah Tanksley, 69, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at her home in Union.
Funeral Services were Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 am at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 9:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service. Danny Stewart officiated the service.
Deborah is survived by her daughter April Petty, brothers Bobby Hodge and Charlie Hodge, grandchildren Dakota Page (Ansley), Destiny Petty, and Crystal Mabry (Quinton), and great-grandchildren Ava, Ashton, Bentley, and TK.
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Leroy Butler
Leroy Butler, 83, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Madison.
Funeral Services were Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:30 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm prior to the service. Burial followed the service at North Union Cemetery. Butch Bingham officiated the services.
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Leroy Butler
Leroy Butler, 83, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Madison.
Funeral Services were Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:30 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm prior to the service. Burial followed the service at North Union Cemetery. Butch Bingham officiated the services.
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Leroy Butler
Leroy Butler, 83, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Madison.
Funeral Services were Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:30 pm at Culpepper Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Visitation was 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm prior to the service. Burial followed the service at North Union Cemetery. Butch Bingham officiated the services.
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Festival goers enjoy different vendors at the Ethel May Festival.
Ethel hosts May Day Festival with strong turnout
From press and staff reports
The Town of Ethel welcomed residents and visitors to Main Street on Saturday, May 4, for its annual May Day Festival, drawing a solid crowd despite concerns over weather and competing local events.
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Photo by Jenna Stanley, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Festival goers enjoy different vendors at the Ethel May Festival.
Ethel hosts May Day Festival with strong turnout
From press and staff reports
The Town of Ethel welcomed residents and visitors to Main Street on Saturday, May 4, for its annual May Day Festival, drawing a solid crowd despite concerns over weather and competing local events.
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Photos: Jenna Stanley , Copyright 2026 Emmerich Newspapers Inc.
Festival goers enjoy different vendors at the Ethel May Festival.
Ethel hosts May Day Festival with strong turnout
From press and staff reports
The Town of Ethel welcomed residents and visitors to Main Street on Saturday, May 4, for its annual May Day Festival, drawing a solid crowd despite concerns over weather and competing local events.
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Library reports strong growth, community impact to leaders
From press and staff reports
Officials with the Attala County Library shared continued growth in programming, attendance and community engagement during a recent presentation to the Kosciusko Board of Aldermen and at recent luncheon, highlighting a surge in usage that now exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
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Library reports strong growth, community impact to leaders
From press and staff reports
Officials with the Attala County Library shared continued growth in programming, attendance and community engagement during a recent presentation to the Kosciusko Board of Aldermen and at recent luncheon, highlighting a surge in usage that now exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
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Library reports strong growth, community impact to leaders
From press and staff reports
Officials with the Attala County Library shared continued growth in programming, attendance and community engagement during a recent presentation to the Kosciusko Board of Aldermen and at recent luncheon, highlighting a surge in usage that now exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
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FEMA, SBA assistance teams hosting events at Attala County Coliseum
From staff reports
Residents affected by January’s severe ice storm have an opportunity to receive in-person assistance next week as federal and state recovery teams arrive in Attala County.
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FEMA, SBA assistance teams hosting events at Attala County Coliseum
From staff reports
Residents affected by January’s severe ice storm have an opportunity to receive in-person assistance next week as federal and state recovery teams arrive in Attala County.
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Kosciusko High School to debut first musical in more than 20 years
From press and staff reports
After more than two decades, Kosciusko High School is returning to the stage with its first musical production in over 20 years, marking a major milestone for the school’s performing arts program.
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Kosciusko High School to debut first musical in more than 20 years
From press and staff reports
After more than two decades, Kosciusko High School is returning to the stage with its first musical production in over 20 years, marking a major milestone for the school’s performing arts program.
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