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Copiah battles way into playoffs
By James BeasleyThe Copiah Academy Colonels, after scoring 4 runs in the bottom of the sixth and surviving a 5-run rally by Presbyterian Christian in the top of the seventh, managed to hang on for a 9-7 win in Gallman last week. The victory came in game one of a 3-game series and virtually guaranteed…
Read MoreWesson advances to 2A third round
by Bradley CrowThe Wesson Cobras used a 4-2 deciding game three victory to advance to the third round of the state playoffs against Enterprise-Clarke. The Cobras declined to do it without a little drama.“Our guys were down 2-0 early and we just kept chipping away,” stated first year Wesson head coach Seth Lofton. “We battled…
Read MoreState agencies responding to flooding and storm recovery
State agencies responding to storm recovery and river flooding PEARL – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is coordinating with other state agencies as well as the Salvation Army and Red Cross to assist those recovering from severe storms and preparing for the Mississippi River flooding. The following are reports of ongoing operations: MEMA: The State…
Read MoreRecreational boating activity along MS River suspended
Executive Order Suspends Recreational Boating Activity in Flooded Lakes Along the Mississippi River Jackson – An Executive Order issued by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks with the approval of the Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks suspends all recreational boating activity on lakes along the Mississippi River affected by the flood.…
Read MoreMEMA urges caution on Mississippi River flooding
MEMA urges residents to take precaution to flooding along the Mississippi River PEARL – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is warning residents to be aware of near record river crests being forecasted along the Mississippi River in the coming weeks. An additional 3 to 6 inches of rain in Arkansas over the weekend could push…
Read MoreAlfa Insurance mobilizes to help storm victims
MONTGOMERY, Ala., April 28 — Alfa Insurance® has mobilized claims adjusters and Mobile Response Units in the wake of deadly tornadoes that hit the Southeast Wednesday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who lost loved ones in these storms,” said AlfaTM President Jerry Newby. “As we begin the long process of recovery, Alfa…
Read MoreColonels alive in playoff hunt
ACE ON THE MOUND, TERROR AT THE PLATE – The Colonels dropped an 8-3 decision to the East Rankin Patriots in Gallman last week. CA senior righthander Trevor Blocker went the distance in a losing effort and helped his own cause with a pair of solo home runs. Copiah was scheduled to play a make-up…
Read MoreCobras claim 6-2A title; face Enterprise-Clark this weekend
By Bradley CrowThe Wesson Cobras (14-10, 10-2) got two complete game gems from senior pitchers Gib Britt and Gage Wilson to sweep the Enterprise Yellow Jackets 14-0 and 12-0 in must win situations for the Cobras.“My guys stepped up this week,” stated Wesson first year head coach Seth Lofton. “We swung the bats well and…
Read MoreIndians wrap up solid season
By Bradley CrowThe Hazlehurst Indians wrapped up an impressive 2011 campaign for a rebuilding program with a 17-11 record and a playoff appearance for the school.“I am proud of these kids,” stated Indian head coach Vince Granberry. “They made the commitment and have put Hazlehurst baseball on the map. We fell a little short in…
Read MoreRelay for Life moved back to Courthouse
Copiah County’s Relay for Life has moved back to it’s original location- Hazlehurst Courthouse. Cancer survivors and residents of Copiah County will set up tents and walk the square around the courthouse on May 6, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. “Relay for Life represents our hope that those lost to cancer will not be forgotten, that…
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