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Mule Pull
The return of the Mule Pull was a big hit with this year's Country Day in Union.

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A Hometown Celebration: Union Country Day 2025
By KRISTINA LEACH - Publisher
Thu,09/18/25-5:00PM , 3,083 Reads
Since 1977, Union Country Day has stood as a hallmark of small-town pride, tradition, and community spirit — and this past weekend’s festivities proved the legacy is still going strong.

From the early morning 5K to the mule pull, live music, and rows of food vendors downtown, the event was packed with activities for all ages.
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Submitted Photo | The Duffee Volunteer Fire Department in Little Rock was selected as one of seven departments in the state to receive a $10,000 Good Neighbor.

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Little Rock: Duffee Volunteer Fire Department Awarded $10,000 Grant
By KRISTINA LEACH - Publisher
Tue,08/19/25-6:00PM , 2,166 Reads
The Duffee Volunteer Fire Department Inc. has been selected as one of only seven volunteer fire departments in Mississippi to receive a $10,000 grant through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, a joint initiative between State Farm® and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC).
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From Prayer to the First Bell: Union Schools Ready for 2025–2026 Start
By KRISTINA LEACH - Publisher
Fri,08/01/25-4:00PM , 851 Reads
With the start of a new school year just around the corner, Union Public School is inviting families, students, and community members to take part in several meaningful events designed to build connection and support for the year ahead.
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Submitted Photo | The Top Ten Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi - Front Row: Mary Emerson Swindell, Madison County; Julia Harrison, Newton County; Lainey Schuesselin, Lafayette County; Lila Hanson, Petal; Mia Holmes. Lamar County. - Back Row: Madison Waters, Kemper County; Abby Barr, Lowndes County; Avery Kate Holland, Neshoba County; Mary Holland Nicholas, Starkville; Chloe Evans, Lauderdale County.

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2026 Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi: Newton County DYW Harrison Finishes in Top Ten, Awarded in Self-Expression
By KRISTINA LEACH - Publisher
Wed,07/30/25-5:00PM , 940 Reads
Julia Harrison, from Union High School, recently represented Newton County in the 68th annual Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi (DYW) program, held July 17–19 at Evangel Temple in Meridian.
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