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Twists & Turns: Oh Dear! Where Are My Glasses!Headline
A most dreadful thing happened recently, and I am still in recovery mode! I misplaced my glasses! And no, they were not on my head. I checked there first! For those of you good people who do not need such sight...
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Outbreak of Variable Oak Leaf Caterpillar & Hypoxylon Canker Threatens Central Mississippi OaksHeadline News
A significant outbreak of variable oak leaf caterpillar, coupled with the presence of hypoxylon canker, which is a fungus that negatively affects growth and can eventually lead to the death of weak or diseased host...
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With ‘Interim’ Label Removed, New MC Honors College Director Brings ‘Fresh Vision’ To RoleHeadline News
Christopher Weeks said his greatest challenge as director of the Honors College at MC is learning how to guide the program to “a place of greater flourishing.” A robust conversation between a pair of students in the...
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Raymond Garden Club July Yard of the MonthHeadline
RAYMOND GARDEN CLUB JULY YARD OF THE MONTH--- The Raymond Garden Club July Yard of the Month belongs to Dona Elam, and is located at 235 Gillespie Circle. RAYMOND GARDEN CLUB JULY HONORABLE MENTION YARD OF THE MONTH---...
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Mrs. Joyce Carney Honored for Ten Years as ChaplinHeadline
NSDAR COPIAH CHAPTER MEETING--- Regent Linda Channell recognizes Chaplain Joyce Carney for 10 years of service as Copiah Chapter, NSDAR chaplain with a crystal cross. On May 11, 2024 Mrs. Joyce L. Carney hosted the...
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Carla Heffner-Carlisle’s Latest Book “Another Country” Covers Stories From Mississippi to EnglandHeadline
Our best writers follow a script that rarely fails them: They write of territory they know. Carla Heffner-Carlisle’s stories in her latest book, “Another Country,” detail her life’s journey from McComb to a...
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Psychology Assistant Professor Instills Value of Work, Earns MC’s Young Faculty of the Year AwardHeadline
Drake Terry has spent a significant amount of his young career in academia investigating the psychology of work, seeking to understand why so many people seem to be dissatisfied in their chosen occupations. He dove...
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The Sunday We Almost Ate Out at Renfrow’s CafeHeadline
People are just too mobile these days. Folks these days think nothing of driving to Tupelo or Memphis just to eat out. I vividly remember the single occasion when my family decided to “go out to eat” when I was a...
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Terry P. Johnson: Alderman & Long-time Hinds County Gazette Columnist PassesHeadline
Terry P. Johnson 1955 - 2024 Alderman Terry P. Johnson, age 68, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Born on December 15, 1955, to parents Elzena Kitchens Johnson and...
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Twists & Turns: The Importance of Porch SittingHeadline
Most every new home built in America today comes with a two car garage, 3 to 5 bedrooms and a kitchen that could hold the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. But something is missing in their structure. I’ll bet you can guess...
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Governor Reeves Appoints Wes Curry, IV as 12th Circuit Court District JudgeHeadline News
Governor Tate Reeves today announced the appointment of Judge Wes Curry, IV as 12th Circuit Court District Judge for Place 2. This appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of the Honorable Jon Mark...
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Hinds CC 3E Winner “Cares for all the kids”Headline News
HCC 3E WINNER--- Coach Reginald Dillon was named the winner of Hinds Community College’s annual 3E Award in a surprise ceremony on April 11. From left are Hinds President Dr. Stephen Vacik and Dillon’s wife Maranda....
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Raymond Culture Club NewsHeadline
RAYMOND CULTURE CLUB--- The Raymond Culture Club ended its 2023-2024 season with a “Dress-up” luncheon, entertained and serenaded by Bill Ellison.
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Raymond Garden Club Yard of the MonthHeadline
RAYMOND GARDEN CLUB YARD OF THE MONTH--- Pictured above, left, is the Raymond Garden Club Yard of Month, belonging to Jack and Harolyn Jones, and located at 10 Robin Lane; Pictured above, right, the Raymond Garden Club...
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Raymond Library Memorial Day Story TimeHeadline
RAYMOND LIBRARY STORY TIME--- In honor of Memorial Day and all the heroes who lost their lives to keep our country safe. We invited Army National Guardsmen First Sgt. Casy Thornton and Sgt. Jobe to join us for story...
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Hinds County Planning Commission Did Not Vote to Approve Soul City Solar ProjectHeadline News
HINDS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION TO VOTE IN JUNE--- On Tuesday, May 28th, more than 200 residents lined the streets of the Raymond Courthouse annex to listen as the Hinds County Planning Commission heard opinions for...
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Soul City Solar Awards $40,000 to Hinds County Nonprofits in Inaugural Round of Community GrantsHeadline News
The company planning a new solar farm between Bolton and Raymond is partnering with several local organizations to ensure that the project's benefits are felt broadly throughout Hinds County. Soul City Solar is awarding...
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Raymond Chamber of Commerce Recogonizes Local StudentsHeadline
RAYMOND GRADUATES--- The Raymond Chamber of Commerce was pleased to recognize and present awards to six outstanding students who are graduating from high school with highest honors. Pictured left to right: Central Hinds...
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The New Mobile Bypass Makes the Trip Through Mobile to the Gulf So Much EasierHeadline News
Mississippi vacationers’ frustration with the annual traversal through Mobile on the way to Gulf of Mexico beaches is finished. Travelers can sing farewell to that part of the trip that formerly carried them past...
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City of Bolton Town Clerk Arrested for EmbezzlementHeadline News
Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Shelia Williams for embezzlement. Williams is accused of embezzling cash payments from the City of Bolton’s water department. She was served...
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Raymond Garden Club NewsHeadline
RAYMOND GARDEN CLUB FEBRUARY HOSTESSES--- Pictured are the Raymond Garden Club Hostesses for the February meeting. From left to right are, Mrs. Leggett, Shirley Ware and Kim Porch.
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Medicaid Expansion is Governor Reeves’s Early Chance at RedemptionHeadline Political
Jonathan Tate Reeves, you are by all accounts a gentleman and a scholar. You are a graduate of Millsaps College, which prepares you to be both. You’re from high-quality people. I know you consider yourself a...
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Twists & Turns: The Five Love LanguagesHeadline
I bring this book, by Gary Chapman, to your attention because it may be of some help if you are in a relationship with another person. I’m not sure if pets count. These five suggestions are supposed to help your...
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Hinds Community College Student Success StoryHeadline
Mari Lampkin, a former MSU graduate, was introduced to Mickey Mouse and his friends at age 3 on her church (Higher Heights M.B. Church, Moorhead) trip at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. She explored the 4 magical...
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