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‘A Dream to Homeownership’

Alcorn State University Extension Program, Small Farm Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Project, in collaboration with USDA Rural Development, will be hosting “A Dream to Homeownership” workshop Wednesday, June 24, at 5:30 p.m. To read more about this program, see the Copiah County Courier, on sale throughout Copiah County.

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A Cup of Soup Ministry beginning

By Marietha Catchings Several years ago the Lord told me to feed His people. Matthew 25:32 says, “I was hungry and you gave me food. I was thirsty and you gave me drink.” After meditating on that scripture I knew that I had to do God’s will. I shared it with my prayer partner Valerie…

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Love planted and grown over time

I used to think to myself, “I’ll never be like my Dad when I grow up.” I didn’t like to do yard work, feed chickens, or pick vegetables from the garden. I only wanted to spend my days exploring the neighborhood, climbing trees, and collecting rocks. Yard work seemed to be a form of punishment…

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Hazlehurst summer food program feeds for free

With summer right around the  corner, it’s time to think about keeping children healthy while school is out. Hazlehurst City School District provides free meals to children during the summer. This summer meals are being served at Hazlehurst PreK-8 cafeteria. Summer feeding began June 1 and will end on July 24. Breakfast will be served…

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New Hopewell VFD substation to be dedicated next Wednesday

The Copiah County Board of Supervisors dealt with routine matters during the first meeting of the month Monday morning. Open house and dedication of the new Harmony Road substation for Hopewell Volunteer Fire Department will be held Wednesday, June 10, at 2 p.m. To read more of the supervisors actions, see the Copiah County Courier,…

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Girl Scouts receive college scholarships

 Reigan Richmond and Kaybraise Harris, by earning the Girl Scout Gold Award which is the highest award in Girl Scouting, received scholarship awards from a Mississippi university. Their commitment and willingness to strive for excellence makes them living proof that Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better…

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Reigan receives Gold Award

Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi has presented its highest award to Reigan Richmond Hazlehurst Troop # 5012. Four Girl Scouts received the award this year upon the completion of their approved community service projects and requirements. To read more about this scholarship, see the Copiah County Courier, on sale throughout Copiah County.

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