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Yard of the Month
Riverside Garden Club has awarded the home of Rena Faye Edwards, 1610 Barnes Circle, Monticello, with Yard of the Month for July.
Read MoreCo-Lin awarded funding for special projects
Over the past 12 months, the state of Mississippi has aggressively invested in high-demand, high-wage training programs to better meet the industry needs of today and provide more good pathways for Mississippians to find higher-paying careers. This investment, made possible through the continued support and investment of executive and legislative leadership and an overhaul of…
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
July 20 Monticello United Methodist Church will host a men’s gathering at 6 p.m., July 20, at Los Parrilleros Restaurant. July 22 Mt. Pleasant M.B. Church will celebrate its Choir Anniversary at 6:30 p.m., July 22. The theme is “Shades of Green.” July 23 Monticello United Methodist Church will have an ice cream social beginning…
Read MoreGeorgia-Pacific Monticello supports environmental competition
Georgia-Pacific Monticello is continuing its commitment to environmental education by supporting Mississippi Envirothon, an annual environmental competition for high school students. Mississippi Envirothon tests students in several areas, including land use, aquatic ecology, wildlife, and forestry. Through local Soil and Water Conservation districts, volunteers and personnel from state and federal natural resource agencies and organizations…
Read MoreOlder businesses vital to state labor market
By Frank Corder Magnolia Tribune A report from the Mississippi State University Extension published last week takes a look at what types of businesses, in terms of age and size, the state should seek to attract and retain in hopes of that business contributing to Mississippi’s labor market. The report, using data from the Census…
Read MoreState to deploy over $1.2 billion for broadband expansion
Gov. Tate Reeves recently announced that the State of Mississippi will deploy $1,203,561,563.05 in federal grant funding for the expansion of high-speed internet. The newly created Office of Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi will administer the funding through a competitive grant process over the next several years to reach the approximately 300,000 unserved and…
Read More36th Annual Wildlife Extravaganza set for July 28-30
The Mississippi Wildlife Federation is hosting the 36th Annual Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza, Mississippi’s oldest and most recognized outdoor show, July 28-30 at the Clyde Muse Center in Pearl. This year’s event will host even more exhibitors, attendees, children’s activities, and entertainment. Extravaganza Director Robin Carlin said, “We cannot wait to share with Mississippians the biggest…
Read MoreHow to handle fireworks safely
Warm weather generally translates to more time spent outdoors. That means more barbecues, days spent poolside, trips to the beach, and even camping excursions. This time of year also inspires people to celebrate. What better way to signal the party has started than with fireworks? Fireworks traditionally are part of large celebrations, such as national…
Read MoreCotton planting done for state’s 2023 crop
By Bonnie Coblentz MSU Extension Service Mississippi’s cotton crop was in the ground by the second week of June, although fewer acres were planted this year because of low prices and high production costs. Brian Pieralisi, cotton specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said cotton planting was essentially complete by mid-June. Any unplanted…
Read MoreLook both ways before crossing railways
Last year, there were 34 crashes at public railroad crossings in Mississippi, and three of those crashes resulted in five fatalities. Most crashes at railroad crossings are preventable. The Mississippi Department of Transportation highlights the importance of safety at railroad crossings around the state to prevent crashes and fatalities. “While highway-rail crossing collisions have dropped…
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