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LHS juniors prep for ACT
Leland High School juniors recently spent time preparing for the ACT.
Read More2025 Faith Walk and Easter Eggstravaganza held
Beulah Grove M.B. Church recently held their 2025 Faith Walk and Easter Eggstravaganza. Food and children’s activities were available, and the Easter Bunny also paid a visit.
Read MoreWCLS Summer Reading opens May 27
The Washington County Library System (WCLS) Summer Reading Program 2025 is on the horizon, and children of all ages are encouraged to visit the libraries in June and July for a fun-filled adventure. This year’s theme is “Color Our World!” Studies have shown that children must read during the summer to avoid the “summer slide,”…
Read MoreHenry wins award at SEJC journalism conference
Madisyn Henry is among Mississippi State student journalists who earned top honors at the 2025 Southeast Journalism Conference (SEJC), which MSU hosted for the first time in university history. Henry, a senior communication major, received third place in the Research category. MSU secured four institutional awards: first place for Best Radio Station, second place…
Read MoreMississippi Wild Turkey Stamp becomes law to promote conservation
The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and the Mississippi NWTF State Chapter celebrate a landmark victory for wild turkey conservation with the successful passage of the Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp legislation. Gov. Tate Reeves officially signed Senate Bill 2280 into law, establishing a dedicated funding source for wild turkey habitat, management and research in the…
Read MoreDelta Ag Equipment joins the AGCO dealer network
Delta Ag Equipment has opened a dealership in Cleveland which will serve Cleveland and its surrounding areas. The new dealership will boast the complete Fendt® and Massey Ferguson® tractor and sprayer lineups while remaining committed to delivering the support farmers need to run productive and efficient operations. Delta Ag Equipment is Mississippi’s first and only…
Read MoreSt. Joseph Catholic School names students of the month
Governor Reeves Declares Hurricane Preparedness Week May 4 – May 10, 2025
Governor Reeves declares May 4 – May 10, 2025, Hurricane Preparedness Week for the State of Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges citizens to prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Last year, there were 18 named storms, 11 of which formed into hurricanes, and five intensified into major hurricanes. According to the National…
Read MoreEdna M. Scott Elementary P.E. Superstars are recognized
This month’s winners: London Riggins was awarded First Place. Ahmina Moreno was awarded Second Place. Third Place was awarded to Peyton Ortiz. Fourth Place was awarded to Mikey Smith. Humbeto Will Arriaga was awarded Fifth Place.
Read MoreUpcoming Voter Registration Dates for the 2025 Municipal General Election
Municipal Clerk’s Offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, for in-person voter registration for the Municipal General Election on June 3, 2025. To be eligible to vote in the June 3 General Election, you must register in-person by May 5, 2025. All mailed voter registration applications must…
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