Skip to main content

User account menu

  • Log in
  • Rss
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
Shopping cart 0
Cart

Search

Search
Home The Winona Times

Domain menu for The Winona Times (main)

  • Post
    • Post Dashboard
    • Leaderboard
    • Payment Settings
  • Home
    • Contact Us
    • Submit News
    • FAQ
    • Monthly Website Statistics
    • Our History
    • Our Staff
    • Privacy Policy
    • Rack Locations
  • Most Read
  • Most Recent
  • More News
  • Sports
  • E-Editions
  • Opinion
  • Advertising
    • Ad Rates
    • Ad Staff
  • Calendar
  • Obituaries
  • Social
  • Subscribe
  • State
  • The Conservative
  • Post
    • Post Dashboard
    • Leaderboard
    • Payment Settings
  • Home
    • Contact Us
    • Submit News
    • FAQ
    • Monthly Website Statistics
    • Our History
    • Our Staff
    • Privacy Policy
    • Rack Locations
  • Most Read
    • Most Read This Week
    • Most Read This Month
    • Most Read This Year
    • Most Read All Time
  • Most Recent
  • More News
    • Cartoons
    • Crime
    • Documents
    • Politics
    • Public Notices
    • Videos
  • Sports
  • E-Editions
    • Archives
    • Magazine
    • Newspaper E-Edition
    • Special Sections
  • Opinion
    • Columns
    • Comments
    • Editorials
    • Letters
    • Polls
    • Submit a Letter to the Editor
  • Advertising
    • Ad Rates
    • Ad Staff
  • Calendar
  • Obituaries
    • Submit an Obituary
  • Social
    • Anniversaries/Births
    • Schools
    • Engagements/Weddings
    • Submit an Anniversary
    • Submit a Birth
    • Submit an Engagement
    • Submit School News
    • Submit a Wedding
  • Subscribe
  • State
  • The Conservative

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

State procurement review board approves $156 million in exemptions from law requiring reverse auctions from state and local agencies

While reverse auctions are the law in Mississippi, the state’s Public Procurement Review Board has handed out hundreds of exemptions for state and local government entities each year.

Recipe even better the next day

I found this great recipe on social media, and I made it last week. It was delicious the day I made it, but even better the next day! 

Town designates emergency command site

During the first meeting of 2021, the North Carrollton Mayor and Board of Alderman took up designating an alternate emergency operations/command center. 

State of the town: Making improvements

As Mayor Bobby Howell, the board of aldermen, and the administration of the Town of Kilmichael enter a new year, they are beginning with a few projects underway and plans for more in the works.

Local COVID cases top 1,000

Both Montgomery and Carroll County have now reached over 1,000 cases of COVID-19 since the pandemic began in March.  In addition, Montgomery County is reporting two new deaths this week.

  • In 2017, lawmakers approved a bill that then-Gov. Phil Bryant signed into law that required reverse auctions for contracts for $50,000 or more.

    State procurement review board approves $156 million in exemptions from law requiring reverse auctions from state and local agencies

    By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 271 Reads
    On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 01:40 PM

    While reverse auctions are the law in Mississippi, the state’s Public Procurement Review Board has handed out hundreds of exemptions for state and local government entities each year.

    In just the last two years, the board has approved 209 exemptions that are worth an estimated value of more than $156 million.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Susie Kuykendall McElroy

    READ MORE > 383 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Susie Kuykendall McElroy, 91, born in Money, Miss. on January 3, 1929, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at her home in Panama City Beach, Florida with her family by her side.
     A small family service will be held in Greenwood on Saturday, January 9, 2021.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Lora Ann McCuiston

    READ MORE > 397 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Lora Ann McCuiston, 56, of Duck Hill, died Monday, January 4, 2021 at her sister’s home in Greenwood.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Lester Bell, Jr.

    READ MORE > 412 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Lester Bell, Jr., 72. of Lexington, died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at his home. 
    Limited visitation was held from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 at Sanders and Sanders Funeral Home in Winona. Graveside service was held at 1 p.m.on Sunday, Jan. 10 at Bethel Christian Cemetery in Coila. Pastor J.C. Stokes officiated services.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Tannie Dixon, Jr.

    READ MORE > 388 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Tannie Dixon, Jr., 53, of Morgan City, Miss., died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Greenwood-Leflore Hospital. 
    Limited visitation was from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 8 at Sanders and Sanders Funeral Home. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9 at the Mt. Harmon Church Cemetery in Morgan City.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Johnnie Forrest

    READ MORE > 294 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Johnnie Forrest, 88, of Winona, died Monday, January 4, 2021 at Winona Manor.
    A limited visitation was held from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 8 at Sanders and Sanders Funeral Home of Winona. Grave side services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9 in the Bethlehem Church Cemetery. Pastor J.C. Stokes officiated services.

    Click Here to Read More

  • Alberta Miller

    READ MORE > 281 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Alberta Miller, 76, of Kilmichael, died Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital in Winona.

    Click Here to Read More

  • James L. Shirley

    READ MORE > 546 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:18 AM

    Mr. James L. Shirley, 80, of Winona passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at Vaiden Community Living Center in Vaiden. He was born on July 18, 1940, to John and Susie Parker Shirley.
    A graveside service was held on Monday, December 28, at 3:00 pm at the Winona Garden of Memory cemetery with Rev. Chad Bowen officiating. 

    Click Here to Read More

  • Judith Christine "Judy" Hooks McClain

    READ MORE > 275 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:18 AM

    Judith Christine "Judy" Hooks McClain of North Carrollton,79, passed away at Tri-Lakes Medical Center in Batesville on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. 
    A graveside service was held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Evergreen Cemetery in North Carrollton, with Rev. Lanny Haley officiating.  

    Click Here to Read More

  • Sarah Noah Planer

    READ MORE > 278 Reads
    On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:18 AM

    Sarah Noah Planer was born December 1, 1941 and passed away November 27, 2020 to be with her Heavenly Father. 

    Click Here to Read More

Pagination

  • Current page 1
  • Page 2
  • Page 3
  • Page 4
  • Page 5
  • Page 6
  • Page 7
  • Page 8
  • Page 9
  • Next page Next ›
  • Last page Last ›
In 2017, lawmakers approved a bill that then-Gov. Phil Bryant signed into law that required reverse auctions for contracts for $50,000 or more.

State procurement review board approves $156 million in exemptions from law requiring reverse auctions from state and local agencies

By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 271 Reads
On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 01:40 PM

While reverse auctions are the law in Mississippi, the state’s Public Procurement Review Board has handed out hundreds of exemptions for state and local government entities each year.

In just the last two years, the board has approved 209 exemptions that are worth an estimated value of more than $156 million.

  • Click Here to Read More about State procurement review board approves $156 million in exemptions from law requiring reverse auctions from state and local agencies
Subscribe to

Sign Up for Notifications of Local Breaking News

Start E-mail NotificationsStop E-mail NotificationsStart Mobile NotificationsStop Mobile Notifications

Community Calendar

All Events Submissions Welcome
Submit Your Event
View All Events
'New Eyes on a New Year' Quick Bites program

Thu, Jan 21 2021, 11am - 12pm
'Online Master Gardener Volunteer Training'

Thu, Jan 28 2021, 11am - 12pm
Montgomery County 4-H Livestock Show

Fri, Jan 29 2021, 11pm - Sat, Jan 30 2021, 10:59pm
200 Recreation Drive
Winona, MS, United States
Duck Hill Mountain Climb

Sat, Feb 6 2021, 9:30 - 10:30am
Dixie District Livestock Show

Sun, Jan 31 2021, 11pm - Wed, Feb 3 2021, 10:59pm
200 Highway 7 North
Greenwood, MS, United States

Obituaries

Susie Kuykendall McElroy

Susie Kuykendall McElroy, 91, born in Money, Miss. on January 3, 1929, passed away Wednesday,… READ MORE

Lora Ann McCuiston
Lester Bell, Jr.
Tannie Dixon, Jr.
Johnnie Forrest
Alberta Miller

Most Recent

State procurement review board approves $156 million in exemptions from law requiring reverse auctions from state and local agencies

While reverse auctions are the law in Mississippi, the state’s Public Procurement Review Board has… READ MORE

Legislature considering bills that could provide a pay hike for teachers and increase transparency
Legislature considering bills that could provide a pay hike for teachers and increase transparency
Mississippi health officer: January will likely be state’s worst month for COVID-19 deaths
Governor Reeves Made Two Judicial Appointments
Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 15th, 2021

Most Read News Article

  • Week
  • Month
  • Year
  • All Time

Recipe even better the next day

I found this great recipe on social media, and I made it last week. It was delicious the day I made… READ MORE

Mississippi federal delegation would vote along party lines on impeachment
City of Madison files another brief in lawsuit that could overturn state's medical marijuana program before it begins
Small Business Job Growth Continues in December - Over half of small business employers reported hiring or trying to hire
Congressmen Kelly, Guest met with Mississippi ‘patriot’ group before Capitol riot
Auditor’s Office Arrests Former Pearl River County Crimestoppers Board Member

Recipe even better the next day

I found this great recipe on social media, and I made it last week. It was delicious the day I made… READ MORE

Winona to host drive-in Christmas movie
Winona woman sentenced following fight in SuperValu
Mask enforcement effort needed in Vaiden
Try these Christmas Eve treats
Drive-in draws many

Rebels roll to convincing wins

The Carroll Academy Rebels post two big district wins this week in convincing fashion. The Rebels… READ MORE

Needy families get July 4th holiday boost
Local legislators hard at work
One person killed in Sunday storms in Carroll County
Favorite dips to enjoy for summer
BREAKING: Montgomery County reporting second case of coronavirus

“Hill Fire: Knee Deep” based on the stories of the late Arnold Dyre

This weekend, the Montgomery County Arts Council will present a special play inspired by the life… READ MORE

Stars to face St. Joseph in first round
Carpenter wins runoff, Daniels new constable
Orvlie Hunt
Four injured in Carroll plane crash
Black Hawk resident meets Austrian pen pal for the first time

Community Poll

Submit Your Poll
View All Polls
No polls found.

OPINION:

Mississippi’s coaches have a lot to offer

Notes, quotes and a thought or two…..

Cost per student down in district
Visit your public library
There is no reason to get ugly
Tabernacle Worship Service a tradition
Voters need to be informed before voting

SOCIAL

The littlest angels

In 2019, Matt and Corey Miletello experienced tragedy most could not imagine.  They buried three… READ MORE

Hot soups to warm you on cold days
Keep warm with fall soups
Whatever it takes
Get ready for the big game party
Finding her place

SPORTS

Tigers bring home two big wins

The Winona Tigers returned from the Christmas break and opened up division play with a pair of… READ MORE

Lady Rebels pick up two wins
Lady Stars pick up three wins, Stars go 2-3
In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry
His name is Carson, he lives in Raymond, and he will officiate the national championship
Tigers meet Calhoun City

Copyright 2019 • Montgomery Publishing
401 Summit St. • Winona, MS 38967 • (662)-283-1131

Emmerich Newspapers proudly serve the following Mississippi communities:
Click on the city name to visit its website.

ACKERMAN • CARROLLTON • CHARLESTON • CLARKSDALE • COLUMBIA • EUPORA • FOREST • GREENVILLE • GREENWOOD • GRENADA • HATTIESBURG • JACKSON • KOSCIUSKO • INDIANOLA • LOUISVILLE • MAGEE • MENDENHALL • McCOMB • NEWTON • PETAL • QUITMAN • SENATOBIA • WINONA • YAZOO CITY

As well as: DUMAS, Ark. • TALLULAH, La • FRANKLINTON, La.

For more information on how to extend your advertising message to these communities, click here.