Mary Frances Henley Kitchens
Mary Frances Henley Kitchens passed away May 28, 2023, in Pascagoula. Mary was born to Hollis and Hazel Henley on Dec. 7, 1933, in Crystal Springs. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Pascagoula, leading the singing in the Senior Department for over 25 years. She was co-owner of K & M…
Read MorePaul Edwin Martin
A funeral service for Paul Edwin Martin was held June 3, 2023, at Riverwood Family, with interment in Ferguson Cemetery. He was born April 4, 1963, in Magee, and was known as “Eddie” or “Bam Bam” to his family. He was reared and lived his whole life in Copiah County, mostly in the Wesson area.…
Read MoreMississippi recognized as one of top five states for high-quality pre-K
The National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) recognized Mississippi in its latest report on pre-K quality as one of only five states whose state-funded pre-K program meets all 10 quality standards for early childhood education. The latest ranking is published in the NIEER report, The State of Preschool 2022. The annual survey provides an…
Read MoreEarly planting has state’s corn crop looking strong
By Bonnie Coblentz MSU Extension Service Mississippi corn producers got off to an early start and have enjoyed mild spring weather in 2023, advantages that gave this year’s crop a good start. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated that as of May 21, 98% of Mississippi’s corn was planted. To date, 69% is in good…
Read MoreHazlehurst summer food program announced
Every year, the United States Department of Agriculture collaborates with local organizations such as Hazlehurst City School District to provide free meals to children during the summer months. The district’s summer food service program began May 30 and will end July 20. Meals will be served Monday through Thursday at Hazlehurst Elementary and Middle schools.…
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
May 30-June 1 Mt. Canaan Baptist Church, located at 1002 Rocky Falls Road, Hazlehurst, will hold Youth Revival at 7 p.m. nightly, May 30-June 1. Evangelists for the week are: Tuesday, Rev. Robert Jones from St. John of McComb; Wednesday, Rev. Sam Harris from Green Hill; and Thursday, Rev. Micheal Womack. June 3 Mississippi Tobacco…
Read MoreRichard Neal Belding
Richard Neal Belding, 51, of Crystal Springs, passed away May 21, 2023. A memorial service was held May 26 at Highland Baptist Church. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs handled arrangements. Mr. Belding served 22 years as a volunteer fireman for Crystal Springs and also captain of the dive team. He was a member…
Read MoreHarry Everett Johns
Harry Everett Johns, 97, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on May 20, 2023, after a brief Illness. Mr. Johns was born in Hazlehurst on Oct. 5, 1924, to Oliver and Lela Johns. He went to Union School and later served on the Union Reunion Committee. He was married to the love of his…
Read MoreBrenda Holder Roberts
Brenda Holder Roberts, 70, of Wesson, died May 20, 2023, in Brookhaven. She was born in Hazlehurst on Dec. 8, 1952, to W.D. Holder and Emma Mae Barlow Holder. She was a graduate of Hazlehurst High School and Copiah-Lincoln Community College. While at Co-Lin, she was a member of the Colettes. Ms. Roberts enjoyed a…
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