Thursday May 1
National Day of Prayer events set
The 2025 National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 1, will be observed during a pair of noontime events in Tallahatchie County.
In Charleston, Rev. Joe May, pastor, will lead a program around the flagpole of Charleston First Baptist Church.
In Sumner, Rev. Willie Williams and others will lead a 30-minute program outside the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner.
Everyone is invited to gather as one to pray for the community, as well as for local, state, national and world leaders.
The theme for this year’s 74th annual National Day of Prayer is “Pour Out to the God of Hope and Be Filled,” inspired by Romans 15:13, which states, “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
According to its website, the National Day of Prayer exists “to mobilize unified public prayer for America.” Learn more online at https://www.nationaldayofprayer.org.
Saturday May 3
4-H Shooting Sports event planned
On Saturday, May 3, from about 9 a.m. until about 3 p.m., the Tallahatchie County Fairgrounds and adjacent youth league ballfields will be the setting for the Northwest District 4-H Safe Archery and Firearms Education and Training for Youth (S.A.F.E.T.Y.), aka 4-H Shooting Sports, competition.
Members of the Tallahatchie Sharp Shooters, the local 4-H shooting sports team, will join hundreds of youngsters from 4-H clubs throughout northwest Mississippi, competing in various disciplines including 5- and 10-meter air rifle and air pistol, .22 rifle and pistol, archery, muzzleloader and shotgun.
There is no admission fee. A concession stand will be open. Bring a chair.
Camp Lakeside Day scheduled
The annual Camp Lakeside Day fundraising event will be held on Saturday, May 3, beginning at noon. The public is invited to enjoy a day of fun, food and fellowship.
“Bring your friends and family for an amazing day!” noted a publicist.
Catfish plates will be available for purchase, there will be inspiring gospel singing, and bounce houses will offer fun for the children who attend. A silent auction will be held from 12-4 p.m. and a cake auction begins at 4. A concession stand will be open.
Camp Lakeside is located at 1907 Lakeside Dr., Scobey.
Yalo-Ribbon Festival set in Oakland
The fourth annual Yalo-Ribbon Festival will be held Saturday, May 3, from 3-7 p.m., in downtown Oakland.
Arts and crafts, live music, food trucks and the Kids Zone featuring mechanical bull-riding and games are highlights of the event. The cake walk also returns, and lucky winners will receive a cake donated by the churches and bakers in Oakland.
Live music begins at 4 p.m., and a new act takes the stage at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.
To reserve a vendor spot, contact the Oakland Area Chamber of Commerce at 662-852-1110 or oaklandareachamber@gmail.com.
Kentucky Derby watch party slated
Join CARE on Saturday, May 3, beginning at 4 p.m., for a full-filled afternoon of mint juleps, peach tea, barbecue and watching the Kentucky Derby at the home of Patti and Ken Gregory in Charleston. Tickets can be purchased at CARE or in numerous local businesses in Charleston for $25.
Saturday May 10
Paul Cemetery meeting, cleanup set
The annual meeting and cleanup at Paul Cemetery will be held on Saturday, May 10, beginning at 10 a.m. Donations are needed for the upkeep of the cemetery and will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Donations may be sent to Paul Cemetery, c/o Joy Dungan, 10530 Tallaha Road, Scobey, MS 38953. For more information, call 662-647-2163.
Sunday May 11
Union Grove plans spring revival
Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Holcomb, will conduct spring revival services Sunday, May 11, through Tuesday, May 13.
The speakers are as follow:
» Sunday, May 11, at 6 p.m.: The Rev. Cleveland Alexander, pastor of Pine Grove West Missionary Baptist Church in Oakland
» Monday, May 12, at 7 p.m., minister R.A. Myers of Greater Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church in New Orleans
» Tuesday, May 13, at 7 p.m., the Rev. Coya Blackburn, pastor of the Popular Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Enid.
Host pastor is the Rev. Carl Ray.
Friday May 16
Ladies paint night on tap at CAC
The Charleston Arts Center (CARE building) will host a ladies paint night class on Friday, May 16, starting at 5:30 p.m. The art session is free with refreshments provided, but donations are appreciated. Registration is required due to limited seating. Call 662-647-0942 or stop by CARE to register for the event.
Saturday May 17
New Hope Cemetery event slated
New Hope Presbyterian Church Cemetery, located at 1724 New Hope Road, Scobey, MS 38953, will have their annual memorial service, and business meeting followed by a potluck dinner, on Saturday, May 17. The service begins at 11 a.m., followed by the business meeting and lunch.
Donations are invited to assist with upkeep of the cemetery. Contact William Earl McCammon at 662-647-7541 or mail to New Hope Church Cemetery, P.O. Box 723, Charleston, MS 38921.
Sunday May 18
Jerusalem to host special event
Jerusalem Church will host its annual Men and Women Day on Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Tuesday May 20
Wellness Center Health Fair on tap
The James C. Kennedy Wellness Center, located at 188 Honeysuckle Dr., Charleston, will host their annual Health Fair on Tuesday, May 20, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. More than 25 vendors will be on hand, and there will be free health checks, free lab work and other free items and information. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Wellness Center at 662-625-7214.
Saturday May 24
Calvary Food Pantry to distribute
Calvary Food Chapel, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, for those living in the West Tallahatchie area and in Sunflower County outside the city limits of Drew (which has its own pantry). Food pantry distribution day is now the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Faith Food Pantry to distribute
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 24. Food pantry distribution day is now the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Sunday May 25
Morning Star sets family, friends day
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, Tippo, will conduct family and friends day on Sunday, May 25, beginning at 2 p.m. Sponsored by the mothers and the usher board, the event will feature Elder Calvin White as guest speaker. All are invited, noted Morning Star pastor, the Rev. Bertram Bailey.
Frierson Chapel to celebrate pastor
Frierson Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, located at 5463 Jenkins Road, Tutwiler, will conduct the second pastoral anniversary celebration for Rev. Winfred Hill on Sunday, May 25, starting at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Sylvester Walker, pastor of New Beginning Missionary Baptist Church in Webb. All are invited to attend.
Friday May 30
Beach party bingo on tap at CARE
Beach party bingo will be featured at CARE on Friday, May 30. The first game will begin at 5:30 p.m. CARE Executive Director Dana Clolinger said the event will be “a night filled with fun, food, prizes and bingo,” adding, “No charge for this crazy fun night, but you must bring a ‘white elephant’ gift wrapped or in a bag. No need to buy anything; just bring something you already have.”
Miscellany
Olivia Pharr earns award at DSU
Olivia Pharr, a senior Environmental Science major from Charleston, was honored at the recent Delta State University Academic Research Showcase, which recognized the achievements of 20 graduate and undergraduate students. Pharr received second place for her project, “Vehicular Collisions with Raptors in the Mississippi Delta.” The event allowed participants to display their research and engage with the university community.
ETSD offers free summer feeding
The East Tallahatchie School District’s summer feeding program will be conducted from June 2-30, with breakfast served daily from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 10:30 a.m. until 11:45 p.m. at Charleston Elementary School. The meals will be offered for free to children 18 and younger.
Earn high school diploma in 22 weeks
The Mississippi Youth ChalleNGe Academy, located at Camp Shelby, is the premier alternative education program for 16- to 18-year-old youth who are struggling in school or no longer attending.
With a focus on job training, social skills and self-discipline, ChalleNGe is a nonprofit high school diploma-producing academy designed specifically to meet the needs of high school dropouts and at-risk youth. It is a part of the Mississippi National Guard Youth Challenge Program.
Participants may earn their high school diploma in just 22 weeks. Tuition, room and board are absolutely free.
ChalleNGe also offers college classes through a local university. Both male and female applicants are accepted.
For an application or information, call 1-800-507-6253 or visit msyouthchallenge.org.
Correction or clarification
In an April 24 story, The Sun-Sentinel reported that Alexander Fitzgerald Maxson Jr. pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and aggravated assault. He instead pleaded guilty to manslaughter and aggravated assault. The initial reporting was based on infor-mation contained in a “Notice of Criminal Disposition” on file at the Tallahatchie County circuit clerk’s office in Charleston. The Sun-Sentinel later learned that portion of the notice was incorrect due to a clerical error that occurred within that office.
The Sun-Sentinel attempts to report the news accurately and fairly. If a mistake is made, we will gladly correct it.
To request the correction or clarification of any item appearing in the print edition of The Sun-Sentinel, and/or appearing online at www.facebook.com/TheSunSentinel or on the website at www.tallahatchienews.ms, call the newspaper at 662-647-8462 and ask for the editor, or email clay@charlestonsun.net.
