1 month 2 weeks ago
What a week!
You may be still waiting for electricity or water; I hope both are restored soon and you can begin to get things back to normal.
We had water the entire time of the ice storm, but lost electricity. Thank goodness for our fireplace and the wood that Gary and Andrew had piled up. Thank goodness for help getting it split.
Gary had a gas ring and big pot he used for boiling hot water in his chicken processing. The propane ring turned into a cooker for us. Drew came up with some good meals on it although it was hard to regulate on a low temperature.
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Missouri Baptist outlasted William Carey, earning a 3–1 victory Thursday night at Milton Wheeler Field.
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In spite of the trendy push for using mostly native plants in our gardens, our backyards remain among the few places where few people pay much attention to country of origin; we happily grow plants from all over the world in close harmony.
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In spite of the trendy push for using mostly native plants in our gardens, our backyards remain among the few places where few people pay much attention to country of origin; we happily grow plants from all over the world in close harmony.
By Felder Rushing - Columnist on
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Judge Robert Whitwell found the NCAA’s denial of a sixth year of eligibility for the Ole Miss quarterback to be in bad faith, holding that officials had ignored evidence of medical incapacitation early in Chambliss’ collegiate career.
Judge Robert Whitwell granted Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss motion for a preliminary injunction late Thursday from his bench in that Calhoun County Courthouse. Chambliss was challenging the NCAA’s decision not to grant a sixth year of eligibility to play college football.
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As I was attending the Carroll County Board of Supervisors meeting this past Monday morning at the Courthouse in Vaiden, Austin Barbour of the Clear Water Group gave an excellent presentation on debris cleanup. This was prompted by the need for debris cleanup in the aftermath of the 2026 ice storm. We could soon start grass cutting and make spring beautification improvements next month. Debris cleanup is front and center now in the aftermath of the recent Ice Storm as we head into spring.
By Ken Strachan - Columnist on
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MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/09/2026)-- Students on the President's List at Mississippi State achieved a 3.80 or better GPA, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
The following local students attained this honor:
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Three Winona Christian School students competed—and competed well—at the Dixie National Market Lamb Show this week. Hayes Henderson earned 13-year-old showmanship honors, Mary-Hayden Blaylock received 15-year old showmanship, and Hannah Hayes Ware received 17–18-year-old showmanship.
In recognition of her achievement, Hannah Hayes Ware was also awarded the Bill Dupree Showmanship Scholarship for graduating seniors.
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MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/06/2026) -- Mississippi State University congratulates students named to the fall 2025 Deans' List.
Students named to the Deans' List at Mississippi State must have achieved a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
The following local students attained this honor:
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A local National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recently met with Kathleen Gray Henry of the Mississippi America 250 Commission to complete plans for an America 250! event at Cotesworth Culture and Heritage Center in Carrollton.
Pictured are Chakchiuma Chapter Regent Melanie Bowman, Greenwood; Third Arrow Chapter Regent Shirley Rush, Carrollton; Mrs. Henry; Thomas Rodney Chapter Regent Norma Biggers, Winona; committee member Paula McCaulla, Thomas Rodney Chapter, Winona; Grenada Chapter Regent Christie Genola, Grenada; committee member Mary (Punkie) Stewart, Grenada Chapter, Grenada.
In recognition of the Semiquincentennial of America’s Independence on July 4, the Thomas Rodney Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution continues its yearlong celebration to honor our patriot ancestors. During the weeks and months leading to America’s 250th Birthday, chapter members are spotlighting the service of our Revolutionary War Ancestors. This week, we honor the service of Charles Hester, Revolutionary Ancestor of chapter member Tisha Ferguson Vaughan.
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North Carrollton Mayor Ken Strachan (center) and Carroll County Deputy Sheriff Banks Tucker (left) took officials from FEMA, MEMA and Small Business Administration to damaged areas in Carroll County Thursday to conduct damage assessments. “We appreciate these agencies coming to Carroll County to see firsthand the damage from the ice storm. We have been working with state and federal agencies to get supplies, including water, out throughout the county. The damage assessments are done through the state’s reporting system Crisis Track, where the county documents damage.” Strachan said.
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Winona Christian School senior Chloe Word represented Holmes County 4-H with distinction at the Dixie National Livestock Show, competing among top exhibitors from across the state.
Word earned multiple placements in the highly competitive swine shows, including sixth-place Chester gilt, fifth-place Chester gilt, fourth-place Chester barrow (twice), and fifth-place Light Cross. In addition to her livestock success, she was recognized for her skill and professionalism in the ring, earning eighth overall showmanship in the 17–18 age division.
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Winona Christian School senior Chloe Word represented Holmes County 4-H with distinction at the Dixie National Livestock Show, competing among top exhibitors from across the state.
Word earned multiple placements in the highly competitive swine shows, including sixth-place Chester gilt, fifth-place Chester gilt, fourth-place Chester barrow (twice), and fifth-place Light Cross. In addition to her livestock success, she was recognized for her skill and professionalism in the ring, earning eighth overall showmanship in the 17–18 age division.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
1 month 2 weeks ago
Winona Christian School senior Chloe Word represented Holmes County 4-H with distinction at the Dixie National Livestock Show, competing among top exhibitors from across the state.
Word earned multiple placements in the highly competitive swine shows, including sixth-place Chester gilt, fifth-place Chester gilt, fourth-place Chester barrow (twice), and fifth-place Light Cross. In addition to her livestock success, she was recognized for her skill and professionalism in the ring, earning eighth overall showmanship in the 17–18 age division.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
1 month 2 weeks ago
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City, county and State leaders break ground on the new $30 million Recreation and Sports Event Center at Monday morning’s groundbreaking ceremony.
City, county and State leaders gathered on Monday morning to break ground on the new Recreation and Sports Event Center, located in Tatum Park. Upon completion of the project, the facility will be donated to the City of Hattiesburg for public use. Funding for this project is provided by anonymous donors through the Pinebelt Foundation.
By Amanda D. Lee on
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City, county and State leaders break ground on the new $30 million Recreation and Sports Event Center at Monday morning’s groundbreaking ceremony.
City, county and State leaders gathered on Monday morning to break ground on the new Recreation and Sports Event Center, located in Tatum Park. Upon completion of the project, the facility will be donated to the City of Hattiesburg for public use. Funding for this project is provided by anonymous donors through the Pinebelt Foundation.
By Amanda D. Lee on
1 month 2 weeks ago
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City, county and State leaders break ground on the new $30 million Recreation and Sports Event Center at Monday morning’s groundbreaking ceremony.
City, county and State leaders gathered on Monday morning to break ground on the new Recreation and Sports Event Center, located in Tatum Park. Upon completion of the project, the facility will be donated to the City of Hattiesburg for public use. Funding for this project is provided by anonymous donors through the Pinebelt Foundation.
By Amanda D. Lee on
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(JACKSON, MISS) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces that the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has approved mass replacement benefits for CURRENT Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households in the 15 hardest-hit counties. A separate waiver extending the period to request replacement benefits has already been granted until February 23, 2026, for residents in the additional 28 counties impacted by Winter Storm Fern.
MASS REPLACEMENT BENEFITS
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(JACKSON, MISS) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces that the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has approved mass replacement benefits for CURRENT Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households in the 15 hardest-hit counties. A separate waiver extending the period to request replacement benefits has already been granted until February 23, 2026, for residents in the additional 28 counties impacted by Winter Storm Fern.
MASS REPLACEMENT BENEFITS
By PRESS RELEASE - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES on
1 month 2 weeks ago
(JACKSON, MISS) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces that the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has approved mass replacement benefits for CURRENT Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households in the 15 hardest-hit counties. A separate waiver extending the period to request replacement benefits has already been granted until February 23, 2026, for residents in the additional 28 counties impacted by Winter Storm Fern.
MASS REPLACEMENT BENEFITS
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