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Attempt to remove Morrow from board fails – Anonymous letter accused alderman of violating residency rules
A special meeting called by Batesville Mayor Hal Ferrell last Tuesday failed to remove longtime Alderman Teddy Morrow from office when his fellow board members voted 4-0 to affirm his residency and qualifications to serve as an elected official, including the right to seek the office of Mayor in next year’s city elections. In the […] The post Attempt to remove Morrow from board fails – Anonymous letter accused alderman of violating residency rules appeared first on The Panolian.
Addison Lawrence to represent Panola County at Miss Hospitality contest in July
The Panola Partnership has presented the 2024 Miss Hospitality title to Addison Lawrence, 20, daughter of Mario and Natalie Lawrence, and will participate in this year’s 75th year of the Mississippi Miss Hospitality competition in Hattiesburg this July. The role of Miss Hospitality is to be the face of a county’s tourism and economic development, […] The post Addison Lawrence to represent Panola County at Miss Hospitality contest in July appeared first on The Panolian.
Strong storms rolled through Lafayette County Monday early morning
There may be a lot of yawning folks in Oxford today. At about 1:23 a.m. Monday, a tornado warning was issued for north Lafayette County by the National Weather Service when the first round of severe thunderstorms rolled into the area. Lafayette County public information officer Beau Moore said there is no indication that a […] The post Strong storms rolled through Lafayette County Monday early morning appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Abbeville resident inducted into Lions of MS Hall of Fame
Abbeville resident Ron Kitchens was recently inducted into the Lions of Mississippi Hall of Fame at the State Convention in the Biloxi Visitors Center. In order to be considered for induction into the Hall of Fame, a Lion must have been a Mississippi Lion for 15 years, with five of those years having contributed outstanding service on […] The post Abbeville resident inducted into Lions of MS Hall of Fame appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Tigers playing for North Half this week – Blanked Warren Central 10-0 Monday; Neshoba up next
The South Panola Tigers will play Neshoba Central this week for the 6A North Half title this week as they move one step closer to reaching the 2024 softball state championship series. The Lady Tigers dominated Warren Central 10-0 in Batesville Monday night to take the deciding game of a three-game series that started last […] The post Tigers playing for North Half this week – Blanked Warren Central 10-0 Monday; Neshoba up next appeared first on The Panolian.
Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets Saturday
The Piecemakers Quilt Guild will meet Saturday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall of First Presbyterian Church. The program will feature several stations showing attendees various quilting techniques and tips. All are welcome. The Piecemakers formed in 1992 with founder Ann O’Dell serving as the president. Since its beginning, the Piecemakers have […] The post Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets Saturday appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Some trials we hope grads never have to face
By Steve Stricker Columnist Wednesday, May 8, 2024, peaceful, beautiful Ole Miss, secure, historic Oxford, Mississippi, middle of finals week, two more stressful days then Commencement, Saturday, May 11 – Well done y’all and good luck! Watching the news and campus unrest across America, especially Thursday morning, May 2, at 5:00 am as police in […] The post Some trials we hope grads never have to face appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
A Flagship journey with Jake Sarachek on developing an Ole Miss documentary
New York filmmaker Jake Sarachek joins "The Flagship", presented by College Corner, to tell all about his upcoming Ole Miss football project. The post A Flagship journey with Jake Sarachek on developing an Ole Miss documentary appeared first on On3.
Bright named 6A Miss Softball – Junior hurler has 190 strikeouts this season
South Panola’s sensational junior pitcher Sadie Bright has been named this season’s Miss Softball in Class 6A in Mississippi. The Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) and Mississippi Association of Coaches (MAC) announced the winners of the 2024 Miss Softball awards, presented by C Spire on Monday. The MHSAA and MAC again teamed up with […] The post Bright named 6A Miss Softball – Junior hurler has 190 strikeouts this season appeared first on The Panolian.
SP Track & Field Day Friday
Staff Report The 2024 Track and Field Day will be held Friday, May 10, at Tiger Stadium on the Robert H. Dunlap Field. If it rains, it will be postponed until Thursday, May 16. The athletes parade onto the field and Superintendent Dr. Del Phillips will open the ceremony at 9 a.m. Assistant Superintendent Jamone […] The post SP Track & Field Day Friday appeared first on The Panolian.
Post operation recovery, rehab going well
By Bonnie Brown Columnist Hello! It’s Carly. I know you all were expecting my mom Bonnie to be writing her weekly column, but I asked if she might let me substitute for her. As some of you know, I am a 9-year-old Cavachon (a mix of Bichon Frise and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). I’ve been […] The post Post operation recovery, rehab going well appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Mizzou leads off SEC Tournament with win over Ole Miss
AUBURN, Ala. (KMIZ) No. 12 Mizzou Softball is heading to the SEC Tournament quarterfinals. The fifth-seeded Tigers used a three-run third inning to take down the No. 13 seed Ole Miss Rebels 3-1 on Wednesday afternoon at Jane B. Moore Field. With this first round win, Mizzou advances to play...
Taylor's Sunday GMM First Alert Forecast
Happy Mother’s Day! We’re starting off with a few showers this morning, but rain chances will be a little lower this afternoon. The sky will stay mostly cloudy today, and we’ll warm up into the upper 70s and low 80s. Scattered showers and storms are looking more likely later this evening and overnight tonight. The severe weather risk is very low, but a few strong wind gusts and hail can’t be ruled out. The humidity will also increase overnight tonight. More showers and storms are likely Monday and Monday night. Here's the latest forecast.
It’s a celebration going on around here
By Les Ferguson, Jr. Columnist This past Sunday was my birthday. You can hold the applause and catcalls. I would tell you how old I am, but she-who-must-be-obeyed has threatened me within an inch of my life if I do so. According to her, most folks are smarter than the average bear and can do […] The post It’s a celebration going on around here appeared first on The Panolian.
This year’s Double Decker broke attendance records
People came from across the country – representing 35 states and totaling 50,300 attendees for Saturday alone – to experience the highly anticipated Double Decker Arts Festival. More than 100,000 people attended the 2024 festival April 26-27. The free music and arts festival welcomed 100,300 guests Friday through Sunday. The festival kicked off on Friday […] The post This year’s Double Decker broke attendance records appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Curious names from Buck Snort to Hog Eye
By Donna Traywick Mt. Olivet News I enjoy reading different translations of the Bible. When I go to Goodwill and other thrift stores, I look for Bibles. Recently I found a Bible still in the gift box with a young man’s name engraved. I immediately prayed for the young man wherever he might be. I […] The post Curious names from Buck Snort to Hog Eye appeared first on The Panolian.
Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log
April 30 Hwy. 51S, Skyline Motel, 30 year old female has a toothache. Hwy. 6W, Donald’s Donuts, 19 year old female may pass out. Gracie Cove, 66 year old male with difficulty breathing. Jackson St., lift assist, caller advises she is not injured. Van Voris St., 63 year old male is light headed. Wal Mart […] The post Batesville Fire Dept. Call Log appeared first on The Panolian.
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