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Hazlehurst student signs scholarship at Co-Lin
Colonels run over Rebels on way to state championship game
This Copiah team has given a spark across campus and across the community. They have taken the people by storm and are playing with unbelievable confidence going into a game that none of them have ever had the chance to play in before. There is no doubt they will come into the game and leave…
Read MoreDeadline to order veteran holiday wreaths approaching
By Tricia Nelson The Copiah Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Socks for Heroes, Georgetown, and Hazlehurst are wrapping up orders this month for veteran holiday wreaths. Wreaths may be ordered for specific veterans or any veteran at specific local cemeteries. This annual fundraiser is through Wreaths Across America (WAA). The Copiah Chapter DAR…
Read MoreWesson vs. Loyd Star
Annual Veterans Day ceremony held at courthouse
Community & Religious Calendar
November 21 The Hazlehurst High School Class of 1971 will meet at 3 p.m. Nov. 21 at the library. All classmates are invited to help plan for their 50th class reunion. For more information, contact Ruby Bank Davis at 601-894-2810 or 769-237-9150. December 4 Copiah County Relay for Life will be held from 9 a.m.…
Read MoreToys for Tots applications accepted through Nov. 30
Toys for Tots is accepting applications online through Nov. 30. Toys for Tots, a 74-year national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to less fortunate children during each Christmas holiday season. The toys, books, and other gifts collected and distributed by Marines and volunteers offer these children recognition,…
Read MoreCommunity health workers training offered
The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health is offering community health worker training for individuals in Copiah, Hinds, Issaquena, Sharkey, Simpson, and Warren counties. The training, which is free of charge, is 4-1/2 days and will begin on Nov. 29. The classes include 32 hours of coursework. Participants who complete all classes and the…
Read MoreHazlehurst loses to Jefferson Davis County in playoffs
By Ja’Kyah Collins The Hazlehurst High School Indians football season ended Friday night with a loss to Jefferson Davis County. The Indians hosted the Jaguars in the second round of high school playoffs but fell short in front of the home crowd. “Our kids gave us all that they had on Friday night,” said Coach…
Read MoreChristmas Parade Participants Sought
Registration underway for Wesson Christmas Parade Participants are being sought for the 2021 Wesson Christmas Parade that will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3. There is no registration fee to enter the parade, but a toy donation will be appreciated. Register by emailing [email protected]. When registering to participate in the parade, information must…
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