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Reports of sick deer in Mississippi are on the rise

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The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) has received an increasing number of sick and/or deceased deer reports within the past weeks. Wildlife Biologists suspect Mississippi may be experiencing an outbreak of Hemorrhagic Disease (HD), commonly called blue-tongue. According to Dr. Bronson Strickland, Mississippi State University Extension wildlife specialist, “HD is caused by…

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Seasonal flu vaccinations now available at all county health departments

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Seasonal influenza vaccinations are now available for children and qualifying adults at all Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) county health departments. Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older as the best protection against the flu. “We recommend that all Mississippians get their flu shots every year but especially now…

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Crystal Springs seeking applicants for Mayor’s Youth Council

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The City of Crystal Springs is now seeking applications for the 2021-22 Mayor’s Youth Council from local junior high and high school students (grades 8-12) who reside in Crystal Springs. The Council provides an outlet for young leaders to discuss and take action to address issues that are important to Crystal Springs’ youth. Members of…

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Robert “Bob” Franklin Bailey Sr.

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Robert “Bob” Franklin Bailey Sr., 79, of Crystal Springs, went to his heavenly home on Oct. 1, 2021. His love for his family and his firm belief in Jesus Christ ultimately gave him peace during his battle with many health issues. Bob was born in Pocomoke City, Md., in 1942 to Roscoe Eugene and Amanda…

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Bertha Christmas Belton

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Bertha Christmas Belton, 82, passed away Sept. 26, 2021. A funeral service was held Oct. 1 at Antioch M.B. Church, Hazlehurst. Interment was at White Bay Cemetery. Hazlehurst Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Bertha was born Nov. 23, 1938, to Eugene Christmas and Theodore and Francis Roman. Preceding her in death were her parents; sister,…

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