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Randy Reeves receives the VA’s Exceptional Service Award from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie.
Randy Reeves receives VA Exceptional Service Award
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 480 Reads
On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 11:47 AM

WASHINGTON —Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs Randy Reeves, who was born and raised in Little Rock, Mississippi, received the VA’s Exceptional Service Award from U.S.

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Delbert and Sandra Walton
Celebrations: Waltons celebrate 50th anniversary
By Paid announcement, READ MORE > 1,776 Reads
On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 02:22 PM

Delbert and Sandra Walton of Lawrence, Miss. celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020.

They celebrated with family and friends with a drive-through reception at Pine Ridge Baptist Church in Lawrence.

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Let it snow for a while
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 1,605 Reads
On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 02:22 PM

Newton County residents got to enjoy a snow day on Jan. 11.

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Newton County, Union, NCA delay school Tuesday
By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 7,757 Reads
On Mon, 01/11/2021 - 07:28 PM

Union, Newton County Academy and Newton County Schools will be delaying classes until 10 a.m. tomorrow, Jan. 12.

Newton County Schools released the information below:

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Snow day 2021: Send us your photos
READ MORE > 2,962 Reads
On Mon, 01/11/2021 - 06:35 AM

Snow has blanketed much of the Newton County area this morning, and school is out in most locations.

Newton Municipal Schools issued this statement:

Due to the Winter Weather Advisory, all Newton Municipal School District students will be participate in a virtual learning day on Monday, January 11, 2021.  

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Decatur Community News: Things we need to do
By by L. Agnes Russell, READ MORE > 7,180 Reads
On Sun, 01/10/2021 - 05:00 AM

There are some important subjects we need to know about, especially in this new year. If you have been reading this column even a little bit, you might guess I am bound to be thinking of something spiritual and biblical.

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Senate Education committee hears updates on current school year from MDE
By Sarah Ulmer, Y'all Politics, READ MORE > 3,881 Reads
On Thu, 01/07/2021 - 10:26 AM

The Mississippi Senate Education Committee heard from Mississippi Department of Education officials including State Superintendent Carey Wright. MDE provided an update on how schools are adjusting to another year of operations under the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Congressman Michael Guest issues statement on Capitol incident
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 6,436 Reads
On Wed, 01/06/2021 - 04:00 PM

Congressman Michael Guest, who represents Newton County in the Third Congressional District, issued a statement this afternoon saying that he and his staff are safe after protestors stormed the Capitol building as Congress was meeting to count the electoral votes of the 2020 Presidential Election Wednesday afternoon.

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State Superintendent Carey Wright
State superintendent recommends waiving of passing requirements for statewide tests
By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 3,342 Reads
On Wed, 01/06/2021 - 03:56 PM

Mississippi state Superintendent Carey Wright told the Senate Education Committee Wednesday that the Legislature should waive the passing requirements for two statewide tests for third grade reading and end of course assessments for high school.

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MDE Announces Inaugural State Superintendent of Education’s Principal Advisory Council Members
By From staff reports, READ MORE > 3,047 Reads
On Wed, 01/06/2021 - 03:11 PM

Dr. Carey Wright, state superintendent of education, recommended waiving the passing requirements for statewide 3rd grade reading and high school end-of-course assessments for the 2020-21 school year.

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Superintendents happy with first-semester success

It’s no secret that since the beginning of March 2020, schools across the country have had to learn… READ MORE

Celebrations: Waltons celebrate 50th anniversary
Let it snow for a while
Obituaries: Bobby Brand
Obituaries: Margaret Dale Stampley
Obituaries: Geneva Boutwell Munn

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2020 Newton County Appeal All-Area Defense

The Newton County Appeal has released is 2020 All-Area Football Team. Below are the members of the… READ MORE

LB: Miguel Evans
DL: John O’Neal
DL: Cameron McDonald
DL: Kalvin Dinkins
Grady’s Tigers rebound to have memorable season

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Obituaries: Bobby Brand

A private graveside service for Bobby Ray Brand was held on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021, at 3 pm, at Pine… READ MORE

Obituaries: Margaret Dale Stampley
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Newton County, Union, NCA delay school Tuesday

Union, Newton County Academy and Newton County Schools will be delaying classes until 10 a.m.… READ MORE

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Biewer Lumber opening new sawmill in Winona, creating 150 jobs
City of Madison files another brief in lawsuit that could overturn state's medical marijuana program before it begins
Snow day 2021: Send us your photos
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Three charged with murder of Newton man

Sheriff says more suspects could be forthcoming from death investigation Three people have been… READ MORE

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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : December 18th, 2020
Mississippi PSC Orders Major Reductions in Power Generation
NMSD announces top teachers, administrator

Deputy shot at in Newton County

Update: A previous version of this story indicated a deputy sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff… READ MORE

Flush water systems to reduce lead levels
Curry fired as police chief
Man shot while driving on 489
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Deputy shot at in Newton County

Update: A previous version of this story indicated a deputy sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff… READ MORE

Flush water systems to reduce lead levels
Curry fired as police chief
Man shot while driving on 489
Two in custody after chase
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Union Community News | Rags to riches: Eudora Welty’s story

Mississippi’s literary heritage does not end with William Faulkner. Although he receives most of… READ MORE

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Celebrations: Vance, May to wed on Jan. 16

Mrs. Terri Weed Vaughn is pleased to announce the upcoming wedding of her daughter, Alaina Paige… READ MORE

Celebrations: Yarbrough-Smith marry
Brand, Sellars to wed July 17
Hollingsworth, Ellis to wed June 27
Brock, Vincent to Wed June 6
Brand, Donegan to Wed May 23

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