Mississippi seeks landowner assistance for reporting “orphaned” oil and gas wells
Private landowners who may have what are called “orphaned” oil and gas wells on their property are encouraged to participate in a survey as the State of Mississippi seeks to create an updated inventory of known locations of idled wells. Documenting the location of “orphaned” oil and gas wells on private property by the Mississippi…
Read MoreLocal students inducted into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines, recently initiated new members. Local students at the University of Southern Mississippi initiated include Samuel Powell, of Jayess; Shelbie Allen, of Silver Creek; and Bridy Foster, of Sontag. They are among approximately 25,000 students, faculty,…
Read MoreMississippians reminded to dial 811 before digging
Mississippi Public Service Commission Chairman Dane Maxwell, in accordance with recognizing April as National Safe Digging Month, is reminding the public to dial 811 before digging on private property and public land. For safety precautions, homeowners and contractors should utilize MS 811 to have utilities marked before digging. “The month of April is traditionally a…
Read MoreBilly Joe Braswell
Billy Joe Braswell, 60, of Jayess, passed away April 4, 2022, at Lawrence County Hospital in Monticello. He was born Feb. 12, 1962, in Monticello to L.J. and Elaine Stephens Braswell. A funeral service was held April 7 in the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service followed in the Providence Cemetery, Jayess. Wilson Funeral…
Read MoreAmy Jean Chance
Amy Jean Chance passed away peacefully April 11, 2022, after a long battle with dementia. Amy was born on Jan. 17, 1942, to Eugene and Katie Cooley in Selma, Ala. Amy was the wife of Johnny Chance, and they shared many years together. They met in high school and had their first date on Valentine’s…
Read MoreMinnie (Mickey) Farnham
Minnie Lee (Mickey) Darden Farnham, 94, of Monticello, passed away April 11, 2022, in the Lawrence County Nursing Center. She was born on Aug. 20, 1927, in Smith County to Alma Ellen (Warren) and Levi Jasper Darden. A funeral service was held April 14 at Monticello United Methodist Church, with a graveside service following at…
Read MoreMarlon G. McLeod
Marlon G. “Big M” McLeod, of Foxworth, passed from this life on, April 12, 2022, at the age of 53. Marlon was born and reared in Topeka and was a resident of Lafayette, La., where he worked offshore until his health began to fail. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.…
Read MoreLarry Gayle Miller
On April 14, 2022, Larry Gayle Miller, a loving husband, father, and brother, passed away in Hammond, La. Larry was born March 2, 1943, to John Wilson Miller and Irma Neice Miller from Jayess. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Leggett Miller of 50 years; daughters, Pam Miller, of Jayess; and Debra Miller…
Read MoreJerry Lynn Wilson
Jerry Lynn Wilson, 61, of Monticello, passed away April 11, 2022, at Aspen Assisted Living in Brookhaven. Jerry was born Jan. 23, 1961, in Brookhaven to Jerry and Annette King Wilson. A graveside service was held April 14 at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Monticello. Bro. Mike Sutton and Bro. Philip Alford officiated, with Wilson…
Read MoreSchool district announces honors scholars for third nine weeks
Lawrence County School District has announced honors scholars for the third nine weeks of the 2021-2022 school year. MONTICELLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL First Grade Superintendent’s Scholar: Fredrick Lamond Allen II, Alyrical Elisse Benjamin, Maeli-Klaire Renee Butler, Magnolia Laine Daley, Isabella Grace Earls, Andrew Heston Fortenberry, Kadence Terell Foxworth, Mckinley Kay Goss, Tucker Michael Graves, Ella Kate…
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