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There were five new cases reported since yesterday in Newton County.

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 3,035 Reads
On Thu, 07/09/2020 - 02:04 PM

Newton County now has 357 total cases with 10 deaths and one long-term care facility death as of 6 p.m. July 8.

Today MSDH is reporting 703 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 16 new deaths. Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases since March 11 now stands at 33,5391, with 1,204 deaths.

Union Public School District Superintendent Tyler Hansford wears a mask to protect students and staff during commencement exercises in May.

NMSD, UPSD release reopening details

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 425 Reads
On Thu, 07/09/2020 - 08:00 AM

Two local school districts released on Monday their plans for reopening school in August.

Union Public Schools and Newton Municipal Schools posted their plans on their websites.

Newton Board of Aldermen meeting for July 6, 2020

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 437 Reads
On Mon, 07/06/2020 - 06:29 PM

The Newton Board of Aldermen have released the agenda for their upcoming meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, at Newton City Hall.

Here are the items on the tentative agenda as of 5 p.m. Monday, July 5:

Newton welcomes new administrators

By Submitted Photos, READ MORE > 921 Reads
On Fri, 07/03/2020 - 07:00 AM

Newton Municipal School District welcomes Mrs. Belinda McCune, left, as the Newton Elementary School Principal. Mrs. McCune comes to NMSD from the Scott County School District where she gained valuable experience as an educator and administrator. Throughout the years, she served as a teacher and lead teacher/assistant principal. Mrs.

Newton schools announce 2020 retirees

By Submitted Photos, READ MORE > 586 Reads
On Thu, 07/02/2020 - 07:00 AM

Kay Killens, NES Principal, retires with 38 years in education with 27 of those being at Newton Elementary. While at NES, she served as teacher, Instructional Facilitator, Assistant Principal, and Principal. During Ms.

Community surprises Killens with retirement parade

By Thomas Howard, READ MORE > 845 Reads
On Wed, 07/01/2020 - 07:00 AM

Teachers, staff and Newton residents were not satisfied with a simple announcement marking long-time Newton Elementary educator Kay Killens retirement. So, they threw her a parade.

HB1796 passes House and Senate

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 526 Reads
On Sun, 06/28/2020 - 05:00 PM

The Mississippi House of Representatives and Senate have passed House Bill 1796, an act that would remove the current state flag and create a commission that would offer options for a new flag style for citizens to vote during the November election.

LIVE VIDEO: House discusses the flag bill

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 646 Reads
On Sun, 06/28/2020 - 01:20 PM

The Mississippi House of Representatives will be convening today at 2 p.m. to discuss a bill that would remove the current Mississippi state flag and allow voters to vote on options for a new flag during the November general election.

McCaughn responds to the vote to suspend the rules

By Brent Maze, READ MORE > 1,193 Reads
On Sun, 06/28/2020 - 12:45 PM

Sen. Tyler McCaughn posted a video yesterday afternoon asking the people for input before today's vote on a bill that would remove the current state flag design and allow voters to choose a new flag design during the general election in November.

MDOT to step up enforcement for Fourth of July

By From staff reports, READ MORE > 325 Reads
On Fri, 06/26/2020 - 01:19 PM

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) would like to remind all Mississippians to keep free from drunk driving this holiday.

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