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The Winona High School boys basketball team picked up two wins on the hardcourt with wins over Choctaw County and Noxubee County last week.
The Tigers, who move to 15-3 overall, beat Choctaw County 53-37 Friday night, as Fred Alexander scored a team-high 16 points. Winona led 19-13 after one, 31-25 at the half and 38-34 after the third period.
Jamarcus Robinson chipped in 14 points, and Kentrell Crawford had 10 for Winona.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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The Winona High School Lady Tigers ran their record to 9-4 overall and 5-0 in Region, Class 3 with a 3-0 win over Choctaw County last Monday and a forfeit victory over Philadelphia High School last Friday.
In the win over Choctaw, Mary Beth Brannon, Sofia Guzman and Emily Casiday scored a goal each.
The Tigers went 1-1 against the same two opponents. Winona beat Choctaw 7-0, as Alejandro White scored three goals and had one assist. Sam Blackwell scored twice, and Gunner Wilkes and Triston Pernell had a goal each. Pernell also had an assist.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
2 months 1 week ago
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The Carroll Academy girls and boys basketball teams claimed District 2-2A wins over Deer Creek School Thursday night in Avalon.
The girls won 47-12 as they raced out to a 19-2 lead after one and led 31-5 at the half.
Carlie Hoover led Carroll (11-4, 3-3) with 13 points, and Nevaeh McCrory tacked on 12 points. Olivia Whitworth had 10 points, and Emma Matthews and Allie Holly had four points each.
The Rebels picked up a 54-40 win over the Warriors. Carroll led 18-12 after one, 25-21 at the half and 46-33 after the third.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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Five Winona High School class of 2025 students each received a $500 scholarships honoring local education legends J.J. Knox, Samuel Winbush and Violet Tanner-Bibbs.
By Special to the Winona Times/Conservative on
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By Connie Bunch - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
During the Mississippi Municipal League’s Mid-Winter Conference last week, area officials participated in "Capitol Day" in Jackson, where we heard legislative updates from the Senate and the House. House Speaker Jason White gave a great presentation on the good work being done in Jackson that will be beneficial to cities and towns across Mississippi. Speaker White represents District 48, which includes the counties of Attala, Carroll, Holmes and Leake.
By Ken Strachan - Columnist on
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Picture from left: Karen Pogue with Affordable Employee Benefits, Dist. 3 Supervisor Edward Dill Tucker, Circuit Clerk Durward Stanton, Chancery Clerk Casey Carpenter, Dist. 5 Supervisor Randy Browning, Dist. 4 Supervisor Claude Fluker, Dist. 1 Supervisor Jim Neill, Carroll County Warden Branden Smith.
Wednesday, Jan. 7th, BlueCross BlueShield came to Vaiden in their Blue Health Mobile Bus. The mobile bus provides employees with access to a nurse practitioner, a Blue Wellness coach, cholesterol and diabetes lab work and blood pressure checks; all at no out-of-pocket coast.
“The supervisors and Chancery Clerk, Casey Carpenter, have chosen this benefit to help employees remain healthier while also lowering insurance costs for the county.” Said Karen Pogue with Affordable Employee Benefits.
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JACKSON, Mississippi – As energy costs are on the rise nationwide, two fuel factors are driving an increase for Entergy Mississippi customers: higher projected natural gas prices and a lower fuel reduction adjustment.
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The following arrests were reported by local law enforcement agencies last week. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Raul Gonzales of Winona was arrested on Jan. 16 by the WPD on the charges of driving under the influence, misdemeanor; with a bail set in the amount of $2,077, seat belt violation, misdemeanor, careless driving, misdemeanor, failure to provide proof of insurance, misdemeanor, driving without valid license, misdemeanor, and improper tag, misdemeanor.
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It’s COMING!!!!! Snow. Ice. Crazy Weather and maybe a Snow Day for school. This time of year, can be exciting, but also nerve wracking because you never know what the weather is going to be like. It could be 70 degrees one day and winter storm warning the next. So, the only thing we can do is prepare the best we can for everything!!!!
By Iva Ruth Faulk - Columnist on
2 months 1 week ago
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The Duck Hill Board of Alderman hold their regular meetings every second Monday of the month starting at 6 p.m. at the City Hall building.
Monday, Jan. 12 the Duck Hill Board of Alderman held their first meeting of the year. With Mayor Al White absent from the meeting, Vice Mayor and Alderwoman Shernell Brown Everett presided over the meeting in his stead. Much business was discussed, with all sitting Aldermen in attendance. The highlights of the meeting are as follows.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
2 months 1 week ago
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Pictured from left: Vaiden Mayor Lesia Hemphill, Vaiden Alderman Kimberly White, Vaiden Alderman Willette Thomas, Vaiden Alderman Barbara Williams, Carrollton Mayor Pam Lee, and North Carrollton Mayor Ken Strachan.
Area municipal officials attended the Mississippi Municipal League’s Mid-Winter Legislative Conference “Local Leaders, Lasting Impact” this week in Jackson. The conference included MML Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, where municipal officials received a legislative briefing from Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann and House Speaker Jason White.
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Jackson, Miss.- In anticipation of sub-freezing temperatures and icy precipitation throughout much of the state this weekend, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is cautioning residents to take steps now to ensure safety later. Freezing temps, snow/ice, and loss of power or water present hazards to your health, food and safety. Here’s what you need to know:
Stay safe from carbon monoxide poisoning
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Pictured from left: Kilmichael Alderman Matt Bennett, Mayor of Vaiden Lesia Williams-Hemphill, Mayor of Carrollton Pam Lee, Mayor of Woodland/MML President Patti Pettit, Mayor of Itta Bena Mary Tyes-Williams and Mayor of North Carrollton Ken Strachan.
Kilmichael Alderman Matt Bennett represented the Town of Kilmichael at the Mississippi Municipal League’s Legislative Conference in Jackson this week. As a member of the MML Board of Directors and Legislative Committee, Alderman Bennett participated in discussions on key issues impacting municipalities across our state.
By PRESS RELEASE - TOWN OF KILMICHAEL on
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Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital is located at 409 Tyler Holmes Dr. in Winona.
On May 20, 2025 the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act was introduced in congress, sponsored by Texas District 19 Representative Jodey C. Arrington. This bill, officially known as Public Law No: 119-21 is backed by President Donald Trump and was signed into law on July 4, 2025. The intention of the bill is listed as involving tax deductions, cutting medicaid spending, and expanding SNAP benefit requirements, among many other things. Practically every aspect of the American economy is touched on in this roughly 800 page document.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
2 months 1 week ago
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Carroll County School District Board of Education meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the J.Z. George Band Hall.
Thursday, Jan. 15, the Carroll County School District Board of Education held their first meeting of the year. During this meeting, the Board elected officers for the upcoming 2026 year, appointed a new member to the recently vacated District 3 seat and viewed presentations from three different presenters. The details on these matters are as follows.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
2 months 1 week ago
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Vaiden Board of Alderman meetings are held at the City Hall Building every first Monday of the month starting at 6 p.m.
Monday, January 5 the Vaiden Board of Alderman held their first meeting of the new year. Much business was covered in the roughly hour long duration of the meeting. The main concerns for the meeting involved the hiring of a new Water/Sewer Operator for the Town, a short anecdote made by a J.Z. George High School student, and the presentation of a memorial plaque by the Vaiden Volunteer Fire Department. The details on these matters are as follows.
As the first major matter of business, the Board heard the Fire Department Report from Fire Chief Jeff Franklin.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
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FLOWOOD, Mississippi– Jan.
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Winona P. D. Offers Ride Assistance for Healthcare Workers During Winter Storm
Winona Police Department Offers Ride Assistance for Healthcare Workers During Winter Storm
Winona, MS - Due to the ongoing winter storm and deteriorating road conditions, the Winona Police Department is announcing ride assistance for essential healthcare workers who must report to work at local hospitals and nursing homes.
This assistance is available only to healthcare workers who reside within Winona city limits.
By Press Release - Winona Police Department on
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“You shall not be partial to the poor or weak nor defer to the great, but in righteousness shall you judge your neighbor.”
— Leviticus 19:15
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