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By Guest Columnist Stephanie Patton The 96th Annual Convention of The Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc. (GCM) convened in Grenada during the week of April 7. This gathering attracted over two hundred members from affiliated garden clubs across the state, underscoring the organization’s enduring commitment to beautification, conservation and education. A highlight of the event…

Deer Creek School recently brought home the 2025 3A Boys’ Golf championship trophy. Of the five-member team, two student athletes were also recognized for individual scores. Blaine Stewart captured second place, and Luke Ray placed fourth. Pictured (l to r) are Micaiah Holiman, Luke Ray, Hayden Smith, Blaine Stewart, Coach William Ray and Jack Gentry.

Rick Smythe, the son of Will and AnnMarie Smythe and grandson of Rick and Sherry Smythe, was recently selected as the middle school athlete of the month at Washington School. School officials say Smythe has helped the junior high baseball team as a pitcher and works hard to develop his skills.        …

Flags will be half-staff on May 15 from sunrise to sunset. National Police Week offers honor, remembrance, and peer support, while allowing law enforcement, survivors, and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. This week and always, we honor the courageous men and women serving…

Boots to Beyond, Inc., a Greenville-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving veterans, will hold its second annual VetHERan’s Stand Down on Saturday, May 17. The free, women-focused event is open to all women veterans and will provide critical resources, ranging from VA benefits assistance and health services to financial literacy education and more. The…

The Leland Career and Technical Center recently inducted nineteen new members into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). The students were recognized for their scholastic and high academic achievement in their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which strive to connect education and industry to build a highly skilled workforce. Inducted students included (l to…

In recognition of the vital role hospitals and healthcare professionals play in the well-being of Mississippi communities, Mississippi legislative leaders have officially proclaimed May 11–17, 2025, as Hospital Week in the state. “Mississippi’s hospitals are the backbone of our healthcare system, providing essential services and compassionate care to our citizens,” said Richard Roberson, President and…