Jerry LaDon Mason
Jerry LaDon Mason, 74, of Monticello, passed away Feb. 1, 2022, at his residence. Jerry was born April 18, 1947, in Monticello to Clayton and Ora Lee Hill Mason. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Jerry served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of Carmel Baptist Church…
Read MoreMichele Denise McClellan
A homegoing service celebrating the life of Michele Denise McClellan was held Jan. 25, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church in Silver Creek. Rev. Bill Miller and Rev. Mike Sutton officiated. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery in Silver Creek. Mrs. McClellan, 55, entered into the eternal rest of her Lord Jan. 19 at Lawrence County Hospital…
Read MoreJesse Earl Ross Jr.
Funeral services were held Jan. 27, 2022, at China Lee Baptist Church, Silver Creek, for Jesse Earl Ross Jr., 67, who died Jan. 15 at Jefferson Davis Community Hospital, Prentiss. Rev. Jerry Earl officiated, with interment following in the church cemetery. Johnson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Ross was born in Pascagoula…
Read MoreBeekeeping requires planning, patience
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service People interested in beekeeping should take time to answer some important questions and develop a plan before beginning this hobby. One of the best ways people can learn about the hobby is to join a beekeeping group, said Jeff Harris, Mississippi State University Extension Service bee specialist. “Local beekeeping…
Read MoreRegistration underway for spring youth sports
The Monticello Parks and Recreation Department is registering players for spring baseball, softball, and tee-ball. The deadline for registration is Monday, Feb. 7, and registration must be done online at https://monticelloparksandrecreation.sportngin.com/playball. Plans are to have leagues for tee-ball ages 3-4, baseball ages 5-12 in two year groupings, and girls softball, ages 5-14 in two year…
Read MoreHeart disease top killer in Mississippi, smoking increases risk
In 2020, more Mississippians died of heart disease than cancer and diabetes combined. Smoking, in any amount, contributes to heart disease by making the blood sticky, which restricts the flow to and from the heart, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH). A CDC promotion illustrates the dangers of heart disease. Tonya M.,…
Read MoreGirl Scout cookie season kicks off nationally, inspiring innovation
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) kicks off the 2022 Girl Scout cookie season nationally, bringing back the classic family favorites, plus the newest addition to the lineup: Adventurefuls. Girl Scouts across the country will embark on a new adventure with the world’s largest entrepreneurial program for girls: the 2022 Girl Scout Cookie Program. In…
Read MoreAg producers invited to advisory meetings
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service Agriculture advisory groups will meet across the state next month to provide input on educational programing and research conducted by Mississippi State University. The three regional meetings offer agricultural producers the opportunity to share their needs for the upcoming year with the MSU Extension Service and Mississippi Agricultural and…
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Jan. 31 The 2020-21 Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Banquet will be held at the Civic Center at 6 p.m. Jan. 31. Tickets may be purchased beginning Jan. 4 in the Chamber office, located on the third floor of the Lawrence County Courthouse. Deadline to purchase tickets is Jan. 26. Feb. 26 The 2022 Lawrence…
Read MoreBilly Mack Bourn
Billy Mack Bourn passed away peacefully into the loving arms of his savior and is joined again with the company of his departed friends, family, and his beloved , Lillian. Billy was born Oct.31, 1934, in Oakvale to John Maxie and Myrtle Polk Bourn. He attended Oakvale school for most of his school years and…
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