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Wesson Garden Club hosts flower show
Members of the Wesson Garden Club hosted their annual flower show April 4, featuring over 100 entries. One feature showcased a youth division with 17 entries. (From left) Lisa Smith, show chairman; and Dixie Thornton, club president, stand in front of the overall winner for design. The show had 88 horticulture entries and 20 arrangement…
Read MoreCrystal Springs Yard of the Month
E-cigarettes linked to hypertension
One quick Google search of “electronic cigarettes and high blood pressure,” and you can find yourself in a sea of information. E-cigarettes and vaping are not safe alternatives to smoking cigarettes. These products contain nicotine, the addictive substance that causes cravings and withdrawal symptoms. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, nicotine is a…
Read MoreInaugural Mississippi Hometown Rodeo Series announced
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson recently announced the inaugural Mississippi Hometown Rodeo Series to be held beginning spring of 2023. This series currently includes eight rodeos throughout the state beginning in April, with others to be added as details are finalized. “The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce and Genuine MS are proud…
Read MoreSupplies for tornado victims being collected
American Legion Drane-Prine Post No. 79 in Wesson is collecting supplies for victims of the recent tornado that hit the areas of Rolling Fork, Silver City, and Fulton. Items being collected include mailboxes and posts, bright-orange paint, bright-yellow spray paint, personal hygiene items, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, bath towels, shampoo, conditioner, new pillows, new sheets, new…
Read MoreTreetops Trail closed for maintenance
A popular attraction at Lake Chautauqua in Crystal Springs is closed to the public while a tree that is threatening the structure is removed. Treetops Trail, an elevated bridge through a portion of the park, has a portion of a damaged oak tree leaning on it. The tree split and in the process, a portion…
Read MoreHazlehurst April arts Month Events
APRIL 1-30 ~ Self-guided downtown walking tour of art displays in downtown Hazlehurst venues APRIL 2 ~ Hazlehurst First Baptist Church Choir presents “Jesus Saves,” 10:30 a.m.; Hazlehurst United Methodist Church Palm Sunday children’s processional and music, 10:30 a.m. APRIL 6 ~ Hazlehurst First Baptist Church Maundy Thursday service, 6 p.m.; Hazlehurst United Methodist Church…
Read MoreCorporation of the Month – March
Hazlehurst Chamber of Commerce has named D.G. Foods in Gallman Corporation of the Month for March. Pictured are (front row, from left) Victor Yonk, Deborah Sandifer, Kayla Berch, Candy Price, Jenny Parker, Gwen Underwood; (back row) Yolanda Grady, Maggie Valladares, Todd Shoemake, Lisa Purser, Jacqui Patten, Bill Bryant (president), Patricia Pierce, Ken Givens, Chris Carter…
Read MoreSmyrna VFD thankful for new truck
Christi Vardaman (center), AEMT and fire chief at Smyrna Volunteer Fire Department, and assistant chief Chris Sessums (right) thank our Supervisor Perry Hood (left) for his help in getting a new fire engine.
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
March 24 AJFC will administer COVID vaccines at the Georgetown Car Show from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday, March 24. Those receiving vaccines will receive a free gift card. For more information, contact Linda Chess-Collins at 817-988-1118 or Dianne Watson at 601-441-4998. March 25 The Heroines of Jericho 11th District is working with H.E.A.L. Mississippi…
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