Jerry Walker
Funeral services were held Oct. 14, 2023, at Taylorhill Missionary Baptist Church, New Hebron, for Jerry Walker, 61, who passed away Oct. 6 at his residence. Rev. Robert McDuffy officiated, with interment following in the church cemetery. Johnson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. He is the son of the late R.T. and Mary…
Read MoreSOUTHERN GARDENING: Versatile vincas add garden interest, beauty
By Eddie Smith, MSU Extension Service Vincas are one of the most beautiful and versatile plants I have ever come across. With their vibrantly colored petals, drought tolerance, and low-maintenance nature, these plants are perfect for any landscape. Vincas can thrive in a variety of soil types, making them adaptable and easy to grow. They…
Read MoreCounty burn ban continues
A county-wide burn ban in effect for several months has been continued until Nov. 6 because there has not been enough rain in the county to ease the dry conditions that make wildfires a concern. County supervisors voted Oct. 16 to extend the ban until their next meeting when it will be reconsidered. A statewide…
Read MoreEl Nino could provide relief for drought-stricken farms
By Nathan Gregory MSU Extension Service Cool temperatures and rainfall are two things most of Mississippi has not seen lately. This winter, however, that could change and help farms that have taken a hit from extreme drought if anticipated El Nino conditions play out. But the rains will not arrive quickly enough to save this…
Read MoreVirginia Ann Alexander
Funeral services for Virginia Ann Alexander were conducted Oct. 7, 2023, at Saulters Moore Funeral Home Chapel, with interment following in the Cliburn Cemetery in Silver Creek. Rev. George Owens officiated, assisted by Rev. Jessie Swilley. Mrs. Alexander, age 74, entered into the eternal rest of her Lord Oct. 3 at Forrest General Hospital. Mrs.…
Read MoreToy donations sought for local children
It’s that time of year again, when we begin thinking about the many children who go without toys under their Christmas tree each year. Hood Industries at Silver Creek is proud to partner again with the United States Marine Corp Reserve, Toys For Tots Campaign. Unwrapped books and gifts can be dropped off at the…
Read MoreCo-Lin plans Homecoming
Copiah-Lincoln Community College is planning Homecoming activities during the week of Oct. 23-28. Alumni, friends, and students are welcomed to the Wesson campus to reconnect, enjoy activities, and to experience all the exciting changes happening at Co-Lin. Homecoming week will kick off on Monday, Oct. 23, with a karaoke night outside of the cafeteria. All…
Read MoreJune total sales tax collections in county up compared to last year
Sales tax collections in Mississippi for June are up from last year. Total collections for the same month in Lawrence County’s three municipalities are mixed. Monticello and Silver Creek collections increased, while New Hebron collections decreased. Sales tax collections in Monticello totaled $51,301.91, compared to last year’s $50,188.07. Sales tax diversions paid since the start…
Read MorePet of the Week
Shelby is available for adoption from Paws of Love in Monticello. This pretty girl is a 3-year-old mountain cur mix. Shelby is super sweet with people and is good with other dogs. She is heartworm negative, fully vaccinated, current on heartworm and flea/tick preventative, and like all our girls, will be spayed before she leaves…
Read MoreMicheal C. Fuller
Micheal C Fuller, 55, of Magee, passed away Sept. 25, 2023, in Brookhaven. Micheal was born Sept. 8, 1968, in Natchez to Beth and Charles Fuller. His memorial service will be Oct. 1 at Forest Grove Methodist Church in Monticello. Micheal enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Micheal was an 18-wheeler truck driver for 30…
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