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Decatur: Mott to Compete Among Strongest in the World at Competition in Utah

A local bodybuilder is preparing to take his talents to the national stage after receiving an invitation to compete in . . .

Miss Hospitality Winners Crowned at ECCC

Newton County and Scott County crowned their 2026 Miss Hospitality titleholders during a ceremony held Saturday, Feb. 7, at the . . .

City of Newton Board of Aldermen: Vehicle Debate Continues as Repair Costs Mount

A second attempt at approving a purchase of a police vehicle for the Newton Police Department failed to gain a . . .

Newton Basketball: Lady Tigers Set To Battle Heidelberg for Big House Bid

The Newton Lady Tigers are one step away from another trip to the Big House. The Lady Tigers picked up . . .

Baseball Roundup: Yellowjackats Sweep the Week, Generals Drop Pair of Games

The Union Yellowjackets remained as the only unbeaten team in the area last week with three wins. Here’s a rundown . . .

Ryan Mott of Decatur competes in recent strongman event. Mott travels to St. George, Utah, in May for the World Strength Games.

From left, Newton County Miss Hospitality Director Charlotte Street, Newton County Miss Hospitality Mary Lee Gregory, Scott County Little Miss Hospitality Tyley Neal, Scott County Miss Hospitality Allee Anderson and Scott County Director Heather Thornton are pictured following the Feb. 7 crowning ceremony at the East Central Community College library.

Newton PD Chief McKenzie Patrick shared information on his fleet of patrol vehicles with aldermen during the Feb. 17 board meeting, highlighting the high costs of repair over the last five years and the need to replenish with newer models.

Newton’s Jamiya Jones drives past an Enterprise defender for a basket. Both Jones and Euniya Taylor led the Lady Tigers with 15 points versus the Lady Yellowjackets.

Taylor Burt puts the ball into play for the Generals.

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Senate Report: Senate Advances $7.89 Billion Budget; Supports Military, Veterans and Workforce Development
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Thu,02/26/26-12:00PM , 132 Reads
During the seventh week of the 2026 Legislative Session, the Mississippi Senate adopted appropriations bills for a proposed $7.89 billion total state-support budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
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Boys 4A Soccer Playoffs: Corinth-Lanier winner at Newton County

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Chance of Rain: 70%
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