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Three killed in vehicle wrecks in the county over the weekend
The Clarion-Ledger reported today that three motorists were killed on county roadways over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Coroner Ellis Stuart said Jackie Grantham of Wesson, age 51, was killed on Smyrna Road on Friday afternoon when his empty log truck veered off the road into some trees. Stuart said attempts to revive Grantham, who…
Read MoreCopiah native Maggie Wade headlines 2014 TRIAD
Maggie Wade, anchor at WLBT TV3, will be the guest speaker at the annual TRIAD meeting May 28 at the Thames Center at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. The event starts at 9 a.m. Copiah County TRIAD/Seniors And Law enforcement (SALT) invites all senior citizens (age 55+) to attend. To read more about the TRIAD, see the…
Read MoreVoter ID is required for June 3 primaries
Beginning with the June 3, 2014, Primary Election, all Mississippians voting at the polls will be required to show a photo ID card. Also, individuals voting in person by absentee ballot in person in the Circuit Clerk’s office prior to the June 3, 2014 Primary Election Day will be required to show a photo ID.…
Read MoreChamber to host Memorial Day event at Courthouse
The 2014 Memorial Day ceremony will again be held in the courtroom of the County Courthouse in Hazlehurst on Monday, May 26 at 10 a.m. This is a ceremony for the entire county. “It is a time to remember all of those who have died in the service of our country, especially those from our…
Read MoreCity announces summer pool rules
With the 2013-2014 school year coming to a close this week, summer fun officially begins. The City of Hazlehurst will open its pools soon. Police Chief Byron Swilley announced on Monday that the rules at the city facilities will be strictly enforced. The rules include: 1. No pets are allowed. 2. Loitering by individuals who…
Read MoreLocal sports camp slated for June
HAZLEHURST—Rep. Greg Holloway will host the Third Annual Lawrence Pillers-Roy Lee Hilton Youth Football and Cheerleader Camp on Friday, June 27, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Hazlehurst High School in Hazlehurst. The free camp is designed for children ages 6-18 who live in Copiah County. Participation is limited to 200. Pillers, of the…
Read MoreLocal sports camp slated for June
HAZLEHURST—Rep. Greg Holloway will host the Third Annual Lawrence Pillers-Roy Lee Hilton Youth Football and Cheerleader Camp on Friday, June 27, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Hazlehurst High School in Hazlehurst. The free camp is designed for children ages 6-18 who live in Copiah County. Participation is limited to 200. Pillers, of the…
Read MoreWesson Founders Day photos posted
We’ve uploaded hundreds of photos from this past weekend’s Founders Day and 150th birthday celebration in Wesson. Click here to view and submit your photos.
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MTK holds first golf tournament
By Mary Kitchens The first Golf Tournament Fund Raiser for Mississippi’s Toughest Kids Foundation (MTK) succeeded expectations. The tournament was held May 16 at Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison. David Pitre, an attorney from Gulfport, was chairman of the event and worked hours to make the day a success. The weather was perfect and…
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