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Rogers to dance with Jones College band
Jones College’s 180-member marching band, the Maroon Typhoon, will present fans a grandiose show featuring gold, glitter, and a cross-generational selection of music with various genres this fall. Copiah Academy graduate Alex Rogers joins the band as a Touch of Gold dancer during her first year of college. Fans can meet the Maroon Typhoon and…
Read MoreOrganic Certification Cost-Share Program announced
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson recently announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce is offering a cost-share program for Mississippi organic producers and handlers receiving certification or continuation of certification by a United States Department of Agriculture accredited certifying agent. “This cost-share program is a great opportunity for our Mississippi producers…
Read MoreHazlehurst vs. Port Gibson
In recent volleyball action, Hazlehurst High School’s Alyssa Tanner was set up by her teammates and smashed the ball over to Port Gibson, who won three sets out of five. (Photo by Crockett Action Shots)
Read MoreMeet the Cobras
Wesson Attendance Center’s new gymnasium had a packed house Aug. 17 as student athletes of several different sports teams were introduced at the annual Meet the Cobras night. Teams introduced and recognized were varsity football, cheer, golf, volleyball, and soccer. Also introduced were the members of the Mighty Cobra Band. Pictured are seniors from the…
Read MoreNena Smith Who’s Who
Nena Smith’s School of Dance Who’s Who Awards for 2023 have been announced. Over 50 girls, seventh through 12th grade, were eligible to compete for these prestigious awards. Award recipients pictured with their teachers are (front row, from left) Linda Grace Dunn, Most Talented; Hannah Meredith, Most Godly Example; Reagan Newman, Tie Dancer of the…
Read MoreHazlehurst Football Jamboree
High school football kicked off Aug. 18 in Hazlehurst with Hazlehurst High School hosting McComb for a jamboree. Colby Williams hits a McComb player for a solo tackle. McComb was victorious in the matchup. (Photo by Crockett Action Shots)
Read MoreHazlehurst Yard of the Month
The home of Chase and Keri Buckley, Sardis Road, was awarded Yard of the Month for August by the Hazlehurst Garden Club.
Read MoreCA vs. ACCS
Copiah Academy’s Allie Henderson reaches home after hitting a solo homerun in a recent game against Adams County Christian School. CA won by a score of 3-1. (Photo by Crockett Action Shots)
Read MoreWIC and Quitline work together to support mothers
The Mississippi State Department of Health reports that SIDS is the third leading cause of infant mortality in the state. A contributing factor to SIDS deaths is secondhand smoke. The Office of Tobacco Control at MSDH offers a specialized program called Baby and Me Tobacco Free. The WIC program encourages all mothers to choose breastfeeding…
Read MoreAbsentee ballots available for Aug. 29 runoff
Copiah County voters in District 2 who have the opportunity to cast a ballot in the Aug. 29 runoff election may do so now. Absentee ballots are available at the Copiah County Circuit Clerk’s office 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. until noon, Saturday, Aug. 19 and Aug. 26. The…
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