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During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, October 25-31, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is encouraging parents to get their children and homes tested for the toxic metal because there is no safe...
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My fall garden is teeming with wildlife because I have finally mastered making simple water features easy. Over the years I have created several magazine-quality water gardens, including one for my mom that was 15 feet...
South Pike School District Eva Gordon Upper Elementary School Honor Roll List, 2026-2027 School Year. Superintendent's Scholar: Kaleb Aaron Brister, Renard Treval Coney Jr., Laundon Kai'mya Felder, John Anthony Ghorley,...
Harriet Jo Ann Cleveland Carruth, of Amite County, passed away October 25, 2026 at The Woods Senior Care Center in Griffin, Georgia where she lived since October 2022. Visitation will be Friday, October 30, at Hartman...
Bobbie Mitchell Felder, lovingly known as Bob to her family and friends, passed away peacefully at home on October 26, 2026, at the age of 85. Visitation will be Thursday October 29, at Felder Community Church from 10AM...
David Lee Boutwell, 62, of McComb, departed this earth on October 8, 2026. He was born November 28, 1963, to John D. Boutwell and mother in Chicago, IL. David was an active attendee at West McComb Baptist Church and the...
Mary Holmes Fortenberry, 82, of Magnolia, peacefully entered her eternal home in Heaven on October 24, 2026. She was born in New Orleans, LA, on December 9, 1943, to the late Ed and Lucille Holmes. Mary was a faithful...
A dream of visiting New York City in the fall, combined with a brief fall break, a free hotel stay and an $11 flight triggered a last-minute decision to fly to the Big Apple. Despite spending less than 48 waking hours...
I shouldn't get so angry. It isn't healthy. Last week, New York state summoned me to jury duty. I went, of course. It's the law, and my duty. A jury may protect the innocent from government abuse. Ordinary citizens, not...
Saulsbury Baptist Church was founded July 14, 1866. The "Preacher General," Mark Perrin Lowrey helped organize the church along with about a dozen believers who presented letters from churches in the area. According to...
During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, October 25-31, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is encouraging parents to get their children and homes tested for the toxic metal because there is no safe...
With only days left before Americans decide which political party will rule Congress in President Trump's last two years and beyond, poll results indicate that one word in the language defines the Nov. 3 election. It's...
The South Pike School District Lower Elementary School has released its Honor Roll List for the 2026-2027 school year, 1st Term. Students recognized include Superintendent's Scholars, Principal's Scholars, and Honor...
