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University of Mississippi Medical Center clinics will remain closed through Wednesday, as work to ensure a safe network environment continues . . .

Brooke Sibley: Newton County School District Invites Veterans to Receive Honorary Diplomas

The Newton County School District is proud to announce a special opportunity to recognize and honor the brave men and . . .

Obituary: Elbert Warren Willis

Elbert Warren Willis, age 86, of Newton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026, surrounded by the love . . .

USDA Designates One Mississippi County as Primary Natural Disaster Area

Administrator William L. Beam designated one (1) county in the State of Mississippi as primary natural disaster area. Producers in . . .

Conservation Corner: Winter Wildlife Adaptations

Do you ever find yourself wondering how animals survive frigid temperatures? When temperatures plunge during Mississippi's occasional cold snaps, wildlife . . .

A cardinal fluffs up to stay warm on a cold day.

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Tennis Roundup: Cougars, Yellowjackets Begin Season With Pair of Wins
By ROBBIE ROBERTSON - Sports Editor
Thu,02/19/26-2:00PM , 655 Reads
The high school tennis season kicked off this past week with Newton County and Union both bringing home a pair of wins.

Here is a rundown of the week”

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The Cougars kicked off the tennis season on Saturday with a pair of matches, beating Corinth 6-1 and Vancleave 7-0.
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Mississippi School Boards Association Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors
By PRESS RELEASE - MISSISSIPPI SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION
Mon,02/23/26-3:04PM , 139 Reads
RIDGELAND, MS — The Mississippi School Boards Association (MSBA) is pleased to announce its executive officers and directors for the 2025–2026 term. New members were elected on November 18, 2025, by the MSBA Delegate Assembly during the Fall Leadership Conference.
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Magnolia Mornings: February 19, 2026
By MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE STAFF
Thu,02/19/26-9:40AM , 151 Reads 4,504 Statewide
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MDE announces Mississippi’s 2024-25 graduation rate of 90.8% and dropout rate of 7%
By PRESS RELEASE - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Thu,02/19/26-12:33PM , 188 Reads
JACKSON, Miss. – Today, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced the state’s 2024-25 school-year graduation rate is 90.8%, and the dropout rate is 7%.

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