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Hopewell Baptist to celebrate 195 years Sept. 24
The community is invited to join the members of Hopewell Baptist Church as they celebrate the 195th anniversary of the church on Sept. 24. The church, organized in 1828, will begin the day with Sunday school at 9:15 a.m., followed by worship at 10 a.m. The service will feature guest speaker Bro. Justin Craft, music…
Read MoreHyde-Smith, Warnock offer 2023 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week resolution
U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and U.S. Sen. Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) recently introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate Sept. 24-30 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. The resolution, which is supported by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), provides the nation a specific time to honor the sacrifices made by families of U.S.…
Read MoreHazlehurst Yard of the Month
The home of Ellen, Rachel, and Mary Beth James, 8185 Monticello Road, has been awarded Yard of the Month for September by the Hazlehurst Garden Club.
Read MorePrescribed burning program accepting applications
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is continuing its partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wildlife Mississippi, The Nature Conservancy, and others to provide cost-share for prescribed burning on private lands. Since its inception in 2011, the “Fire on the Forty” program has provided cost-share funding…
Read MoreCounty clinics to offer free screening services
In a major step to combat chronic disease in the state, the Mississippi State Department of Health now offers free blood sugar and blood pressure checks at all clinics. Any Mississippian can call their local clinic to be screened, or just drop in during business hours. Blood sugar numbers are done with a simple finger…
Read MoreCrystal Springs Yard of the Month
First goat performance test in Mississippi ongoing
By Susan Collins-Smith, MSU Extension Service Most goat meat sold in the U.S. is imported, but a group of Mississippi meat goat producers wants to see that change. A first-of-its-kind test in the state is underway to help them meet that goal. The Southeastern Buck Performance Test aims to improve the profitability of the meat…
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
Sept. 7 Hazlehurst Library will have Senior Game Day from 1 to 3 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 7. Snacks will be served. Come enjoy Bingo and more. Sept. 10 Sylvarena Baptist Church, 1119 Old Sylvarena Road, Wesson, will celebrate 125 years at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 10. Guest speaker will be Dr. Cody Warren. A covered…
Read MoreWhite named to WCU President’s List
William Carey University announces Brandy Michelle White, of Wesson, has been recognized on the President’s List for the summer trimester. President’s List scholars have a perfect 4.0 grade point average and no failing grade in any class.
Read MoreRibbon cutting held for Making It Southern
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held recently by the Crystal Springs Chamber of Commerce for Making It Southern, 106 East Georgetown St. Friends, family, and chamber members on hand for the event were (front row, from left) Riggs Barnhart, Cliff Barnhart, Carrie Barnhart, Finley Barnhart, Jadeen Barnhart; (back row) Tomato Queen Lindsey Willett, Sherry Sprouse,…
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