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Fighting Back to Take Back our Neighborhood!
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. Mrs. Bridget Lee lives by the motto “fighting back to take back our neighborhood!” As the manager of Raleigh Annex Apartments, Mrs. Lee has never stopped striving to make a difference in lives…no matter the age.
Back-to-back: Byram Hills HS senior claims victory in speech championship for 2nd year
Byram Hills High School senior Aidan Aldea-Lustig clinched the championship title in the Original Oratory speech event at the State Forensic League Championships, emerging triumphant against 33 other talented students.
Mendenhall Students Joseph Smith and Annalyse Floyd Recognized at Jones College
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. ELLISVILLE- Jones College recently hosted WDAM-TV’s annual Top of Class recognition program, honoring the Valedictorians and Salutatorians from 45 high schools in the Pine Belt. Mendenhall High School Valedictorian Joseph Smith and Salutatorian Annalyse Floyd participated in this year’s celebration at Jones College.
Suspect wanted for breaking into two Crystal Springs businesses
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss. (WJTV) – Crystal Springs police are searching for a suspect who broke into two businesses. Police said the suspect in the surveillance picture broke into Arturo’s Mexican restaurant and Copiah Bank on Friday, April 26. Anyone with information about the suspect can contact the Crystal Springs Police Department at 601-892-2121.
Saturday night Finale in Magee
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. Following months and months of preparation, Magee’s Bicentennial team ended with a fun night enjoyed by all ages! The Bicentennial has proven to be a “bring together” for many citizens of Magee and the County.
French filmmaker documenting the lives of African Americans improving their communities
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The lives of African Americans, who make a difference in their communities, are being noticed by a European filmmaker. A French documentarian visited the Capital City and beyond to capture the lives of a Georgetown woman and others giving of themselves. “I’m looking for people who...
MHS Class of 1974 Celebrates 50 Years!
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. The Magee High School class of 1974 gathered for a night of fun and reminiscing as they celebrated 50 years of graduation!
Young lady from Copiah County sets milestone
SUMMIT — Jayla Harris, a Hazlehurst native, was the first female participant in the James Davis Battle of Mississippi-All Star game this year. She currently attends Hazlehurst Middle School. Jayla’s love and passion for football led to her wanting to play. She got the opportunity to play football when she joined the Southeastern Saints in […] The post Young lady from Copiah County sets milestone appeared first on Daily Leader.
Focused on Mississippi: A Look at Magee’s history
SIMPSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Simpson County is celebrating their bicentennial right now. Every town in the county has plans, including Magee. Magee is another of those towns in Mississippi that sprang up in one spot, but for one reason or another, moved closer to the new rail road that passed nearby. Now, since the […]
Record catfish caught at Lake Mary Crawford
MONTICELLO — A record breaking catch was reeled in this April on Lake Mary Crawford. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks confirmed the official record breaking catfish was caught by Thomas McKnight earlier this month. Jerry Brown, MDWFP Fisheries Chief of Staff, said the catfish weighed 15.97 pounds and set a record for Lake […] The post Record catfish caught at Lake Mary Crawford appeared first on Daily Leader.
Cause of fatal Mississippi propane explosion undetermined
COPIAH COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The State Fire Marshal’s Office ruled that the cause of a fatal explosion at a Copiah County home is undetermined. “The Copiah Co. Explosion is ruled ‘undetermined’ and our investigation is complete. The definition of undetermined is that the exact cause cannot be determined because of the extent of damage,” […]
Mississippi man dies after being found unresponsive in cell
LINCOLN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Monticello man died after being found unresponsive in a Lincoln County Jail holding cell. The Daily Leader reported the incident happened just before 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24. The man was identified as Johnathon Neal, 46. Authorities said Neal was pronounced deceased at the scene after he did […]
Ridgeland football coaching connection spans a decade
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Back when he played at Hazlehurst High School, Tim Steward’s head coach was Todd McDaniel. Earlier this year, Steward and McDaniel were reunited, when Steward was hired by McDaniel to be his defensive backs coach at Ridgeland High School. “This is a young man I’ve...
Wesson Garden Club Butterbeans present Pollinator Program
The Wesson Garden Club’s April meeting had a wonderful presentation by the Wesson Garden Club Young Gardeners, the Butterbeans. The Butterbeans presented a Pollinator Program dressed as butterflies, ladybugs, dragonflies, hummingbirds and bees. Mother Nature (Brooke Coleman) was a charter member of the Butterbeans Young Gardeners. The Wesson Garden Club is a member of the […] The post Wesson Garden Club Butterbeans present Pollinator Program appeared first on Daily Leader.
Wesson Garden Club attends 95th convention
Some members of the Wesson Garden Club recently attended The Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc. 95th Convention, “Pearls, Petals and Plants.” The convention was April 16 and 17 at the City of Pearl Municipal Complex. “We are so excited about our awards. We received multiple awards with combined ap-plications, three-first place awards, three-second place awards […] The post Wesson Garden Club attends 95th convention appeared first on Daily Leader.
Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon
Multiple gunshots were fired Friday afternoon in Prentiss. The incident took place at Mt. Carmel Avenue and Front Street near the Prentiss Post Office. Prentiss Police officers responded to the scene at approximately 6 p.m. and say three or more shooters were involved. According to the officers, gunfire struck an innocent vehicle with occupants inside. […] The post Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
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