Carolyn McCardle Tarbutton
Graveside service for Carolyn McCardle Tarbutton was held Dec. 6, 2023, at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery. Riverwood Family handled the arrangements. Ms. Tarbutton, 89, of Wesson, died Dec. 2 at her residence. She was born Sept. 11, 1934, to Ira Virgil McCardle and Minnie Viola McCardle. At the age of 50, Ms. Tarbutton decided to…
Read MoreBlanche James Tremblay
Blanche J. Tremblay, 81, of Chapel Hill, N.C., peacefully transitioned at home on Nov. 29, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer. An accomplished Life Master bridge player, she spent 25 years in Santa Monica, Calif., before making the Governors Club her home in 2004. Born in Grenada in 1942 to Erlene and Monroe James,…
Read MoreChalon Surville Lenard Whittington
Chalon Surville Lenard Whittington, 54, of Crystal Springs, entered into the arms of Jesus on Dec. 4, 2023, surrounded by close family. She was born May 12, 1969, to Chuck and Linda Lenard at Hardy Wilson Memorial Hospital in Hazlehurst. Chalon was lovingly called Chelly and was a loving daughter and devoted mother. She was…
Read MorePublic invited to visit new Wesson police station Dec. 9
An open house will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 9, at the new Wesson Police Department, located at 1006 Spring St. Wesson citizens are invited to come visit the new facility that will house the police department and municipal court, and enjoy refreshments while they are there. The building is located…
Read MoreMississippi Governor’s School seeking high school scholars, applications due Dec. 15
Mississippi University for Women is seeking the best and brightest rising juniors and seniors from across the state for the 2024 Mississippi Governor’s School. Held June 2-15, the two-week residential honors program will bring scholars to The W’s campus to “equip them with an intensive experience to develop their gifts alongside like-minded students,” according to…
Read MoreEunice J. Evans
Eunice J. Evans, 85, passed away Oct. 4, 2023. A service was held Nov. 25 at St. Morris United Methodist Church in Hazlehurst. House of Peoples Funeral Home handled arrangements. Survivors include her children, Marilyn Evans, Titus Evans, Mamie Evans, Kalvin Evans, Philandra Evans; nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and sister, Anita J. Turner.
Read MoreEarnest Donall Holloway
Earnest Donall Holloway, 68, passed away Nov. 10, 2023. A service was held Nov. 25 at Greater Damascus Church of Christ (Holiness) USA in Hazlehurst, with interment at Hazlehurst Cemetery. Hazlehurst Funeral Home handled arrangements. Survivors include his daughters, Miesha Braxton and Kaleena Smith; sons, Travis Holloway and Zechariah Holloway; 16 grandchildren; sister, Velma DeMyers;…
Read MoreBobbie Sue Smith
Bobbie Sue Smith, 82, of Crystal Springs, passed away at her residence Nov. 27, 2023. She was born in the Delta to Wes and Josie McGaugh on Sept. 5, 1941. She was a 1960 graduate of Crystal Springs High School. She married Vernon P. Smith in April 1961. They resided in Crystal Springs where she…
Read MoreDrought conditions impact Christmas tree farmers
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service Michael May expects to see tree growth impacted for at least the next three years on his Chunky, Miss., Christmas tree farm after this year’s severe to exceptional drought conditions that spanned most of the state. “It’s been a rough year because of the drought,” said May, who owns…
Read MoreA new era begins for Mississippi State Parks
For almost a century, Mississippi State Parks have welcomed guests and provided a quiet getaway for families and friends to reconnect with nature and each other. As a tourism destination, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is committed to conserving and enhancing the essence of what makes Mississippi State Parks special, while also entering…
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