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Mask mandate reinstated for Neshoba County

Gov. Tate Reeves has reinstituted a mask mandate for nine Mississippi counties, including Neshoba County.

To assist with local school districts’ pandemic response, Rush Health Systems is donating 40,000 adult and children’s reusable cloth face masks to area schools’ students and teachers.

Boutique reopens storefront

The Sassy Sisters Boutique is back in Decatur.

NMSD makes special recognitions

Kaleb Casey knocks away a pass from Newton’s Lazarious Clayton. | Jim Ogletree/Special to The Appeal

FOOTBALL: Union 35, Newton 12 | ‘Jackets sting Tigers early
By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 6,006 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 02:08 PM
Union’s quick start proves to be difference in game

Union started fast and furious against the Newton Tigers, building a 22-0 lead en route to a 35-12 win in a big rivalry and district game for both teams.

Yellowjacket coach Jordan Wren said he had a lot of respect for the Newton defense going into the game.
Senior Ashlyn Mathis, grabs multiple hits for the Lady Generals, and will represent NCA in the MAIS All Star Softball game. | NCA Photo

SOFTBALL: Generals end season in state tourney
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 6,396 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:56 PM
Newton County Academy’s softball season came to an end in the Class AA state tournament on Saturday.

NCA won the opening round game, beating Glenbrook 11-7, before falling to Centreville 10-6 and Claiborne 8-2.

NCA finishes the season with a 13-17-1 record under first-year coach Kelly Alderman.
Community calendar
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 5,004 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:56 PM
This Week

Decatur Chamber to sponsor ribbon cutting

The Decatur Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a ribbon Cutting for Sassy Sisters at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

Yard Sale at Clarke College Alumni Center
Our Opinion: Another successful yard sale
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 5,836 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:56 PM
The semiannual Newton to Louisville Hwy. 15 yard sale was extremely successful once again.

Traffic was bustling along Hwy. 15 this weekend, especially on Saturday. Shoppers were looking for bargains, and they found some along the way.
Newspapers are our life blood
By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 6,041 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:56 PM
Many years ago, many people predicted the demise of the newspaper genre.

And while there have been a number of newspapers nationwide that have closed their doors, community newspapers are alive and well.
Political Cartoon
By Ricky Nobile, READ MORE > 4,980 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:56 PM
Church News
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 5,513 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:09 PM
This Week

Homecoming at Oak Ridge Church of God

You are invited to Homecoming at Oak Ridge Church of God on Sunday, Oct. 11 at 10:30 a.m. with Bishop Melvin Shular.

Upcoming

Victorious Life Recovery
Rachel Shaw Mulholland
By Paid Obituary, READ MORE > 5,519 Reads
On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:09 PM
Services for Ms. Rachel Shaw Mulholland were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020 at Milling Funeral Home Chapel of Sebastopol. Burial will be in the High Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. Mike Sullivan and Bro. Don Cook will officiate.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
R.D. Smith
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On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:09 PM
Mr. R.D. Smith, age 82, of Chunky passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020.

Services for Mr. R.D. Smith will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, 2020 at Milling Funeral Home Chapel of Union. Burial will be in the Providence Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. James McMillian and Bro. Jackie Strebeck will officiate.
Michael Sessums
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On Tue, 10/06/2020 - 01:09 PM
Mr. Michael “Mike” Sessums, age 52, of Newton passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020.

Graveside services for Mr. Michael “Mike” Sessums will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020 at Bukatanna Cemetery. Bro. Gary McInnis will officiate.

Mike is preceded in death by both maternal and paternal set of grandparents.

Alatha Bradley

Ms. Alatha Bradley, age 72, of Union passed away on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020.

Services for Ms. Alatha Bradley were held at 10 a.m., Oct. 14, 2020 at Antioch Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Rev. J.R. Eaton and Rev. Mike Truhett will officiate.

Visitation was held 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 at Antioch Baptist Church.

Ms. Alatha was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Bradley, Sr.; one sister, Linda Bradford; parents, Delma and Nannie Smith.

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