This Week
UHS Drama Club production of Murder’s in the Heir
The Union High School Drama Club’s presentation of Murder’s in the Heir is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 20, at 6 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 21, at 2 p.m. and 6 pm. In the Union High School cafeteria. Tickets for the production are $5 and will be sold at the door before each performance.
NCA First Pitch Dinner Featuring Coach Ron Polk
The Newton County Academy Athletic Booster Club will hold the first “General Baseball First Pitch Dinner”, featuring legendary hall of fame baseball coach Ron Polk, on Monday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50. The provided meal will be a catfish/chicken tender dinner with sides, drink, and dessert. Copies of Coach Polk’s book will be available for purchase and there will be a silent auction. The dinner will take place at W.R. Lindsley Gymnasium on the NCA campus, located at 14602 Highway 15 in Decatur. To order tickets, contact Adam Godwin at 601-479-1346, Kenny Berguron at 337-501-8951, Yvette Munn at 601-490-0619, or Tracy Rule at 601-917-0116.
Upcoming
2026-27 Newton County Schools PreK Registration
Registration for the 2026-27 Newton County Schools PreK Program is now open. Packets may be picked up at the Newton County District Office located at 15935 Highway 15, Decatur. Completed packets will begin to be accepted on Monday, March 2nd, 2026.
Newton County Shooting Sports Registration Open
Now is the time to register for Shooting Sports in 2026. This will include .22 rifle/pistol, air rifle/pistol, Archery and Shotgun, Sling Shot categories. Registration forms can be picked up at the Newton County Extension Office. For more information, please call 601-635-7011.
Legos on the Farm
The Newton County Extension Office will host a Legos Interest Meeting on Thursday, March 12, at 4 p.m. If your kids aged 5-9 are interested in Legos, then this is the meeting for you!! Please register by calling the Newton County Extension Office at 601-635-7011. This meeting is to accept enrollment for the Lego Program! Special accommodations are available upon request for persons with disabilities or special needs.
Newton County MSU Alumni Chapter Animal Supplies Drive
The Newton County Chapter of the Mississippi State University Alumni Association is conducting an Animal Supplies Drive for the Jackie Therrien Rescue (JTR). The chapter is asking for donations of Gift Certificates to Veterinary Offices, Pet Supplies Stores, or Stores that carry Pet Supplies; Pet Food for dogs or cats; and Pet Supplies such as bedding, toys, snacks, and other items. Donation can be dropped off at the Newton Chamber of Commerce, located at 128 South Main Street in Newton, Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information on the Jackie Therrien Rescue, please call 601-683-2201.
2026 Loose Caboose Festival
Save the date! The 23rd annual Loose Caboose Festival in Newton is set for Saturday, April 11.
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