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ELITE 11: Jacob Moore, Union; The anchor on the line

Moore looks to lead the offense

Union’s Jacob Moore has all of the tools that coaches look for in an offensive lineman.

Retired Judge Larry Roberts appointed to assist 8th Circuit Court

Health Officer mandates people with COVID-19 to quarantine or face punishment

Today State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs MD, MPH, issued a statewide order for the Isolation of Individuals Diagnosed with COVID-19 effective immediately.

Grierson named director of Choctaw Tribal Schools

CHOCTAW – On Wednesday, July 22, Randy Grierson began his new role as Director of the Choctaw Tribal Schools.

Homeless vet laid to rest in state cemetery

A small gathering of veterans, American Legion members and honor guard bikers met Thursday at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery to honor the life of Willie Leroy Polite.

What are the chances I might die from this virus?
By Bob May, READ MORE > 559 Reads
On Tue, 08/04/2020 - 03:45 PM
I’m writing this to warn my fellow Mississippians to avoid climbing Mt. Everest. According to insurance folks it’s one of the most dangerous things you can attempt. Your chance of surviving is about 1 in 400. But, there’s one more matter you might want to consider.
Take a look at flag proposals
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 466 Reads
On Tue, 08/04/2020 - 03:16 PM
Anybody who paid attention to the recent debate over the Mississippi flag should enjoy looking at the 2,700 proposals that residents submitted for its replacement.
Getting the Message: Isaiah 40:27
By by Chris Shelton, READ MORE > 1592 Reads
On Sun, 08/02/2020 - 05:00 AM
This verse is addressed to redeemed souls, people who belong to the Lord. They have privileges that are unimaginably great. They have favor with God. Yet the present world, sin, and the devil present them with challenges that often bring distress, and shake their faith.
A Biblical worldview for our country
By L. Agnes Russell, READ MORE > 1645 Reads
On Sun, 08/02/2020 - 05:00 AM
People had all kinds of ideas about what 2020 would be like, even suggesting that the year would bring us 20/20 spiritual vision—or whatever. But few had any idea as to how this year, this summer, would be so totally crazy.
NCA AWARDS
By NCA Photo, READ MORE > 4933 Reads
On Sun, 08/02/2020 - 05:00 AM
Anti-maskers faced stiff punishment in 1918
By Matt Hennington, READ MORE > 2131 Reads
On Sat, 08/01/2020 - 05:00 AM
In recent weeks, evidence has begun to support masks as an effective means of combating the spread of COVID-19.
7th, 8th graders honored at NCA
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On Sat, 08/01/2020 - 05:00 AM
McMillan edges Bounds for Newton club title
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 2972 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 05:00 AM
The Newton Country Club Men’s Club Tournament was held July 25 and 26.

Here are the results from the tournament:

Championship Flight: Brent McMillan* 69-73-142; Ross Bounds* 74-69-143; Brandon Gray* 73-71-144; Jim Humphreys* 74-73-147; Joel Nelson* 73-74-147; Lake Thoms* 74-79-153
ECCC softball adds former MSU standout to coaching staff
By ECCC sports information, READ MORE > 2879 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 05:00 AM
Kat Moore, a First-Team All Southeastern Conference outfielder for the Mississippi State University Bulldogs during the 2019 season, is the newest member of the East Central Community College softball coaching staff.
Randall Grierson

Grierson named director of Choctaw Tribal Schools
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 4435 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 05:00 AM
CHOCTAW – On Wednesday, July 22, Randy Grierson began his new role as Director of the Choctaw Tribal Schools.

Mrs. Ruth Beamon

Huge milestone

Mrs. Ruth Beemon Williamson celebrated her 102nd Birthday on July 27, 2020. She is the oldest living graduate of Beulah Hubbard High School, Little Rock, MS. She is holding her Diploma from 1937. Mrs. Williamson is a resident at Bedford Care Nursing Center in Newton.

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