Taylor Jackson Wilson
Taylor Shianna Jackson Wilson, 26, of Wesson, passed away Jan. 10, 2024, peacefully at home. A service was held Jan. 16 at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at Bethel Cemetery. Taylor was a loving mother, who loved life to the fullest. She had an unconditional love for everyone. Taylor was a blessing to everyone who…
Read MoreUSDA changes zones for Mississippi plants
By Bonnie Coblentz MSU Extension Service Gardeners careful to select plants that thrive in their area have an updated U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zone Map to use. Released in late 2023, the zone map features an updated chart that was previously drawn in 2012. Much of Mississippi is now in zone 8b. This…
Read MoreMDOT crews continue to address roads and bridges impacted by winter weather across the state
Mississippi Department of Transportation officials are treating roads and bridges where there are icy conditions in all areas of the state. Despite little rest, MDOT crews remain locked in and dedicated to keeping state roadways as safe and passable as possible. Although most precipitation moved out overnight, temperatures in most parts of the state will…
Read MoreGreenhouse Project aims to grow lifelong skills
By Leah Roberson Copiah County Master Gardeners, in collaboration with Mississippi Job Corps, have a new service project that hopes to introduce the joy of gardening to the next generation through the art and science of horticulture. The Greenhouse Project will enable local Master Gardeners to work with other Master Gardener groups, local garden clubs,…
Read MoreSimmons named Mississippi Transportation Commission Chairman
At its first meeting of 2024, the Mississippi Transportation Commission named Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, as chairman. “It is such an honor to be elected chairman of the Mississippi Transportation Commission at this pivotal time in our state’s transportation history,” said Simmons. “I look forward to ensuring this commission continues to move our…
Read MoreTop 10 tips to save money on energy bill
The annual energy bill for a typical single-family home is $2,060 in the United States. Have you ever wondered just where that money goes? Well, for the average family, a whopping 42% of that is made up of heating and cooling costs combined. Water heating is another 13% of the total cost. Electronics account for…
Read MoreSOUTHERN GARDENING: Savannah holly’s berries beautify winter landscape
By Eddie Smith MSU Extension Service I find it challenging to keep the landscape vibrant and colorful during winter, but incorporating plants with vibrant berries can add a pop of color to the winter scenery. The Savannah holly, which is a hybrid of the native American holly, is one of the best options to bring…
Read MoreMark Samuel Eady
Mark Samuel Eady, 67, of Crystal Springs, passed away at Courtyard Rehab and Healthcare Jan. 6, 2024. A memorial service was held Jan. 12 at Stringer Family Chapel in Crystal Springs, with burial at Harmony Cemetery. Mark was a native of Copiah County. He became a mechanic after graduating from Co-Lin Community College. He had…
Read MoreJohn F. Hobbs Sr.
John F. Hobbs Sr., 69, of Crystal Springs, passed away Jan. 4, 2024. A service was held Jan. 10 at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at Old Crystal Springs Cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home handled arrangements. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Ferrell Hobbs Jr., and sisters, Lucretia Ann Hayes and Barbara…
Read MoreShirley Kirby
Shirley Marie Selman Kirby, of Crystal Springs, passed away Jan. 11, 2024. She was born Aug. 26, 1953, to Henry Morris and Essie Selman Jr. The only girl of five children, she was destined to be tough as nails…and that she was. Shirley graduated from Crystal Springs High School in 1971. From there, she earned…
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