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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.

Kennard Nichols

Nichols indicted for Pine Bluff murder
By Thomas Howard, READ MORE > 3003 Reads
On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 05:00 AM
A Pine Bluff resident is facing life in prison after last week’s meeting of the Newton County Grand Jury.

Kennard Raymond Nichols, 42, has been indicted for first-degree murder in the killing of 57-year-old Newton resident, Donzell McDonald in October 2019.
The Newton Board of Aldermen passed a $5 capital improvement fee in executive session during its June 16, 2020, meeting.

Aldermen respond to ethics complaint
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 1510 Reads
On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 05:00 AM
The Newton Board of Aldermen has responded to an ethics complaint made by The Newton County Appeal over the aldermen’s use of executive session during its June 16, 2020 meeting.
Howard leaving Appeal this Friday
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 3749 Reads
On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 05:00 AM
The Newton County Appeal is saying farewell to managing editor Thomas Howard this week. He will be moving to Starkville to take the editor position at the Starkville Daily News and Daily Times Leader.
Lake’s Kalvin Dinkins was a standout on the defensive line for the Hornets last year.

Dinkins attracting SEC interest
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 2684 Reads
On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 05:00 AM
Just a few days before football practice started last year, Lake football coach Tate Hanna got a phone call from the high school office, requesting his presence to see an incoming student.

That student was a rather large young man named Kalvin Dinkins. Hanna was quick to talk up the young man about playing football.
Kezzarian Wash picked up an offer from the University of Nevada recently after doing a lot of self-promoting.

Column: Wash embraces social media, modern-day recruiting
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 1389 Reads
On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 05:00 AM
Notes, quotes and a thought or two…

It’s fairly safe to say that the coronavirus has changed a lot of things about the way that we do things, especially in sports.
Thomas Howard: Support community journalism
By Thomas Howard, READ MORE > 2264 Reads
On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 04:54 PM

Thomas Howard
Our Opinion: Playing football is the right choice
By Editorial Staff, READ MORE > 1308 Reads
On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 04:54 PM
The Mississippi High School Activities Association made the difficult but correct choice last week to continue with the football season.
Brent Maze: We’re going to miss you, Thomas
By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 2709 Reads
On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 04:14 PM

Brent Maze
Judy Faye Haley
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On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 03:11 PM

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ECPDD Public Notice for Aging Programs
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On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 03:11 PM
The East Central Planning and Development District/Area Agency on Aging will not hold a Public Hearing for Aging Programs due to the unfortunate crisis of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, we would like to make the public aware of the goals and objectives for Fiscal Year October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. Services are available for pers

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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