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Candidates certified in Winona, mayoral candidate withdraws from race

WINONA – All candidates for the municipal election set for this spring in the City of Winona have been certified by the Winona Election Commission, and one mayoral candidate has taken his name out

Arrest made in jewelry store burglary

WINONA – An arrest has been made in a commercial burglary that oc

Tunica housing director allegedly stole $765K while turning away needy homeowners

Mardis Jones, a government contractor, had just secured a sweet deal with the Tunica County Board of Supervisors to run the county’s one-of-a-kind housing rehabilitation progra

Mississippi Covid-19 Update : February 26, 2021

Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

MDE: State Board Opens Public Comment on ACT WorkKeys, Career Preparation Indicator

Below is a press release from the Mississippi Department of Education:

Aldermen not seeking re-election
By LaKeadra Coffey, READ MORE > 5,052 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:52 AM
As many prepare to meet with as many residents of their prospective municipalities to either retain their seats or win a new seat, two aldermen in two different municipalities in Montgomery County are preparing to w
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Local man finds joy in helping neighbors
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On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:50 AM
During this unprecedented winter weather, it is imperative to take care of the people who are around you.
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City hall closed for weather
By Amanda Sexton Ferguson, READ MORE > 1,001 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:49 AM
WINONA – Like most offices in Montgomery County this week, Winona City Hall has been closed this week. However, the Winona Mayor and Board of Aldermen held its second meeting this month via teleconference Tuesday e
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Weather puts area on hold
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On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:46 AM
Sleet and ice was falling across Carroll and Montgomery counties as of press time on Wednesday, coating the already-ice-covered streets and roads in the counties.
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Heartbroken from loss of Don Juan
By Amanda Sexton Ferguson, READ MORE > 5,031 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:45 AM
For many years, the newspapers used my sassy, one-of-a-kind Chihuahua, Don Juan, in its reader promotions.
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Henry Franklin “Buddy” Blount, Jr.
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On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:42 AM
Henry Franklin “Buddy” Blount, Jr., 74, and a lifelong resident of Carroll County, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021 at Greenwood Leflore Hospital.
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Kilmichael native wins DSU writing contest
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On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:41 AM
Delta State University’s Division of Languages and Literature is pleased to announce the 2021 winners of the annual writing contest hosted by “Da,” DSU’s student literary magazine.
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J.Z. George archery starts season with shoot at Neshoba Central
By Calvin Stevens, READ MORE > 5,018 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:39 AM
The J.Z. George archery team got started on its second season Feb. 1 with a shoot at Neshoba Central High School in Philadelphia.
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Mumme believes future is bright for Stars
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 5,072 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:38 AM
The Winona Christian Stars might have had a rough season, but head coach Nick Mumme believes the future is bright for his young team.
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Rebels win North State title
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 1,270 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:36 AM
The Carroll Academy Rebels had probably their best week of the season as they took the Class 3A North State Tournament.
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Jags will play in North 2A tourney Friday
By Calvin Stevens, READ MORE > 1,295 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:35 AM
The J.Z. George boys basketball team hits the road to take on Coahoma County Friday in the North 2A State Tournament.
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Tigers enter playoffs with 21-3 record
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On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:33 AM
Presley Coleman will tell anyone that his first two years in Winona weren’t easy.
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Winona Christian Lady Stars finish season 15-5
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 1,295 Reads
On Sun, 02/21/2021 - 11:31 AM
The Winona Christian girls season came to an end last week in the first round of the Class 3A North State Tournament.
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Waste Management resumes normal collection schedule in central Mississippi
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On Sat, 02/20/2021 - 02:15 PM
All Waste Management collection services, including residential, commercial, and roll-off, will resume regularly scheduled service to our valued customers beginning Monday, February 22, safety and road conditions permitting. Waste Management expects extra heavy volume along all routes, which may precipitate some delays in service.
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An inmate at Parchman helps clear the roadways of ice and snow this week.

MDOC: Parchman Inmates Stay Warm and Involved in Clearing Roads
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On Sat, 02/20/2021 - 11:01 AM
It’s been a week since temperatures have gotten above freezing in the Mississippi Delta, and the cold temps and two winter storms have wreaked havoc on just about everyone, including the inmates and staff at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman.
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The multifaceted role of Black churches in Yalobusha County
By Brittany Brown - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 7,630 Reads
On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 04:50 PM
This is the second in a series on Black life, history and culture in Yalobusha County during Black History Month.

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Wicker: Urge Immigration Enforcement, Border Security
By Press Release - Senator Roger Wicker, READ MORE > 1,079 Reads
On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 04:40 PM
Below is an Opinion column from Senator Roger Wicker:
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‘I had faith that the system was going to protect her’: Law enforcement, advocates say abusers are under-charged in domestic violence situations
By Kate Royals - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 7,539 Reads
On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 12:25 PM
This article is the second in a series about how the criminal justice system fails domestic violence victims in Mississippi.
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Wicker Targets Chinese Propaganda in American News Outlets
By Press Release - Senator Roger Wicker, READ MORE > 5,018 Reads
On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 11:17 AM
Below is a press release from Senator Roger Wicker:
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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : February 19, 2021
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On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 09:30 AM
Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

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State Sen. Angela Hill, R-Picayune

State Sen. Angela Hill, R-Picayune

Updated: Bill that would prevent those born as males from competing in women's sports is headed to House floor for vote

A bill that would protect biological female student athletes from having to compete against those born as males passed a crucial hurdle in the Mississippi Legislature.

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