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Higgins selected for induction
Barbara Higgins, of Hazlehurst, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Alpha Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter has been selected for induction into the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated 2020 Centennial Gamma Cohort of the Myrtle & Viola Tyler National Legacy Club. A virtual ceremony was held Sunday, June 29, and the second virtual ceremony will be held…
Read MoreCopiah delinquent tax sale online for first time
Delinquent property taxes will be up for bid online for the first time in Copiah County on August 31. Copiah County Tax Collector April Holloway sought and received approval for the process from county supervisors during their regular monthly meeting Monday. The sale will start at 8:30 a.m. and continue until 4:30 p.m. The process…
Read MoreMDAC to distribute Farmers to Families Food Boxes at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds July 10
The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce will distribute 1,400 whole produce boxes and 1,400 gallons of milk to the public at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson on Friday, July 10 as part of the Farmers to Families Food Box Program. “The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce is honored to be a part…
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Kylee Kemp earns Girl Scout Gold Award
Kylee Kemp, Girl Scout Troop 5012 of Hazlehurst has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. Earning the Gold Award is a monumental accomplishment and the greatest achievement in Girl Scouting. Kylee’s Gold Award Action Project was entitled “ From Middle School to High School A Scary Ride”. Kylee has joined an elite group of young…
Read MoreCrystal Springs Yard of the Month
RC&D presents check to Keep Copiah County Beautiful
Camp Kamassa construction cut short due to pandemic
By Tricia Nelson Year three of Camp Kamassa’s multi-year construction began in early March and was scheduled to run until mid-August; however, the government has decided to shut down the project for the year due to the pandemic. The special needs camp near Calling Panther Lake is being built through the Innovative Readiness Training program,…
Read MoreCopiah sees increase in COVID-19 cases
Actively take precautions against COVID-19 on a daily basis! • Cover your coughs and sneezes. • Wash your hands often. • Use hand sanitizer. • Practice Social Distancing. • Avoid Close contact. • Clean and disinfect frequently-touched objects and surfaces. • Avoid touching your face. Areas of the country are experiencing an increase in cases…
Read MoreCommunity Drive-Thru Reusable Mask Distribution
Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Copiah County Medical Center Copiah County Medical Center has partnered with Copiah County Emergency Management Agency officials to provide free reusable masks to anyone who is in need on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Individuals wishing to receive a reusable mask during the event can…
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