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Carroll Academy’s girls and boys basketball teams both went 1-1 in District 2-2A action last week.
The Lady Rebels and Rebels had no problem taking care of Deer Creek School Tuesday, but both teams suffered losses to Central Holmes Christian School Thursday.
The Lady Rebels cruised to a 61-13 win over Deer Creek, as Nevaeh McCrory led the way with 16 points, nine boards and five steals.
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Photo by Karla Brooks, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Carroll Academy’s girls and boys basketball teams both went 1-1 in District 2-2A action last week.
The Lady Rebels and Rebels had no problem taking care of Deer Creek School Tuesday, but both teams suffered losses to Central Holmes Christian School Thursday.
The Lady Rebels cruised to a 61-13 win over Deer Creek, as Nevaeh McCrory led the way with 16 points, nine boards and five steals.
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The Winona High School boys and girls basketball teams both dropped games at Independence High School Tuesday night in their only action.
The Tigers lost 71-58 to fall to 13-3 overall. Independence took control early with a 21-9 advantage after the first frame. The Wildcats held leads of 37-23 at the half and 59-41 after the third period.
Ariez Peeples led Winona with 16 points, and Shaquan Applewhite tacked on 11 points. Randy Thornton had nine points, and Fred Alexander tacked on eight. Ayden Johnson had six points.
The Lady Tigers lost 75-25 to fall to 3-13.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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The Winona High School boys and girls basketball teams both dropped games at Independence High School Tuesday night in their only action.
The Tigers lost 71-58 to fall to 13-3 overall. Independence took control early with a 21-9 advantage after the first frame. The Wildcats held leads of 37-23 at the half and 59-41 after the third period.
Ariez Peeples led Winona with 16 points, and Shaquan Applewhite tacked on 11 points. Randy Thornton had nine points, and Fred Alexander tacked on eight. Ayden Johnson had six points.
The Lady Tigers lost 75-25 to fall to 3-13.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
2 months 2 weeks ago
The Winona High School boys and girls basketball teams both dropped games at Independence High School Tuesday night in their only action.
The Tigers lost 71-58 to fall to 13-3 overall. Independence took control early with a 21-9 advantage after the first frame. The Wildcats held leads of 37-23 at the half and 59-41 after the third period.
Ariez Peeples led Winona with 16 points, and Shaquan Applewhite tacked on 11 points. Randy Thornton had nine points, and Fred Alexander tacked on eight. Ayden Johnson had six points.
The Lady Tigers lost 75-25 to fall to 3-13.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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The J.Z. George High School boys’ basketball team picked up a 71-66 Region 3-2A win over Charleston High School Friday in North Carrollton. The Jaguars also played Aberdeen High School Saturday in a tournament at Grenada. They dropped a 55-47 decision to the Bulldogs to fall to 10-9 overall.
In the win over Charleston, Kanye Weaver paced J.Z. George with 23 points, and Brodrick Green tacked on 19 points. Nick Lacey tallied 12 points, and Tyler Duren had seven. Nehemiah Williams finished with six points.
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The J.Z. George High School boys’ basketball team picked up a 71-66 Region 3-2A win over Charleston High School Friday in North Carrollton. The Jaguars also played Aberdeen High School Saturday in a tournament at Grenada. They dropped a 55-47 decision to the Bulldogs to fall to 10-9 overall.
In the win over Charleston, Kanye Weaver paced J.Z. George with 23 points, and Brodrick Green tacked on 19 points. Nick Lacey tallied 12 points, and Tyler Duren had seven. Nehemiah Williams finished with six points.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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The J.Z. George High School boys’ basketball team picked up a 71-66 Region 3-2A win over Charleston High School Friday in North Carrollton. The Jaguars also played Aberdeen High School Saturday in a tournament at Grenada. They dropped a 55-47 decision to the Bulldogs to fall to 10-9 overall.
In the win over Charleston, Kanye Weaver paced J.Z. George with 23 points, and Brodrick Green tacked on 19 points. Nick Lacey tallied 12 points, and Tyler Duren had seven. Nehemiah Williams finished with six points.
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The Winona Career and Technical Center proudly recognizes students for their dedication, academic achievement, and commitment to excellence during the second 9-weeks.
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THOMASVILLE, Ga. — William Carey University rode a red-hot offensive start and a composed final-minute finish to earn an 87–84 victory over Thomas University on Thursday evening, with the Crusaders delivering key plays on both ends of the floor to hold off a furious late rally.
"This was just another tough game in the SSAC," said Assistant Coach Phillip McCray. "Thomas was well prepared for this game. They threw some stuff at us defensively to try to keep us out of a rhythm and they were also ready for what we threw at them.
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The following are students and teachers recognized from Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District for the month of December, 2025.
WSS Teachers of December
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Funeral services for James Elmer "J. E." Woods were held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13 in the Oliver Funeral Home Chapel, with burial following in Scotland Baptist Church Cemetery in Winona. The Rev. Fletcher Moorman officiated the services.
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Funeral services for James Elmer "J. E." Woods were held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13 in the Oliver Funeral Home Chapel, with burial following in Scotland Baptist Church Cemetery in Winona. The Rev. Fletcher Moorman officiated the services.
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Edward Drew Lenard, age 78, a native of Vaiden, passed peacefully at his home on January 11, surrounded by his loving family. After a life devoted to following Christ, Drew is now in the presence of his Lord, enjoying the fullness of eternal life.
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Edward Drew Lenard, age 78, a native of Vaiden, passed peacefully at his home on January 11, surrounded by his loving family. After a life devoted to following Christ, Drew is now in the presence of his Lord, enjoying the fullness of eternal life.
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First Semester Honor Roll
Elementary
First Grade Headmaster’s List:
Abby Campbell
Sawyer Copes
Ann Ellis Downs
Kase Howard
Harper Ricks
Cooper Whitworth
First Grade Principal’s List:
Baylor Bowlin
Clayton Debow
Jace Gibson
Luke Melton
Kyslee Wiltshire
Second Grade Headmaster’s List:
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There has been some debate for many years about which has more influence on us, nature or nurture. Nature being the biological make up of a person and nurtures the physical world that influences nature.
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There has been some debate for many years about which has more influence on us, nature or nurture. Nature being the biological make up of a person and nurtures the physical world that influences nature.
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