Two Jefferson Davis County Middle School students experienced a week at Ole Miss for a Pre-College Program called Ethical U. Kaidyn Barnes and Ahmari Braddy were selected to attend this program June 16-21. Ethical U was a one-week summer immersion program put on by the Pre-College Department at The University of Mississippi. It focused on […] The post JDC students participate in program at Ole Miss appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Mississippi State University held spring 2024 commencement May 9 and 10. Jonathan Windham, of Bassfield, was recognized as a Stephen D. Lee Scholar during the commencement exercises. Windham is one of 113 students who attained this honor among nearly 3,500 spring graduates. Stephen D. Lee Scholars have achieved a cumulative 4.0 grade point average during […] The post Mississippi State announces spring honors and graduates from JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Graduates of Prentiss Normal and Industrial Institute returned to the historic campus June 14 and 15 for an All-Class Reunion and the biannual meeting of the PNII National Alumni Association. Just under 300 people traveled to Prentiss to take part in the two-day celebration at the historical landmark. The 2024 reunion theme was “Keeping the […] The post Keeping the legacy alive appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

There is a new scam affecting residents in Jefferson Davis County. A male is knocking on doors claiming to be with DirectTVor Dish Network insisting that the homeowner needs an equipment upgrade. He is requesting payment for this service and even has information on the residents such as name and age. He first approached several […] The post Beware of scam in JDC appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

After 29 years of dedicated service to the Prentiss Fire Department, Prentiss Fire Chief Wayne Bass has retired. A retirement reception was held June 20 at the Ronald W. Jones Memorial Complex in Prentiss. “It is difficult to put into words just how much this moment means to me.” I thank my Lord and Savior […] The post Retiring Prentiss fire chief honored appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Over 20 middle school students participated in the inaugural Explore Welding class held at the Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center in Carson. The class was specifically designed for middle school students to introduce them to the possibilities and benefits of acquiring this valuable skill. “By providing middle school students with the opportunity to learn the […] The post First Explore Welding class is a success appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

There is a new food stand in Green’s Creek and the community is excited. The idea for the stand started months ago after the Buhler family watched the series Clarkson’s Farm on Netflix. “There was a part in the series that had an honesty box and we all thought was the coolest idea,” said stand […] The post With love and honesty appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors met for the second meeting of June Monday in the board room in Prentiss. After prayer was offered by President Michael Evans, the board approved the agenda. Bids for cold mix were open with the bid being awarded to Dunn Roadbuilders for $145 per ton for a four-month […] The post Bids awarded at second June board meeting appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Town of Prentiss offers a service of picking up limbs and leaves within the city limits. The public works department has made a request that residents do not pile limbs under low-lying power lines or trees. “Please do not place around mailboxes, road signs, fire hydrants, water meters or garbage bins,” said Public Works […] The post Town of Prentiss cracking down on debris removal appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Beaver Creek Distillery has announced another upcoming Spirit Saturdays event, Books and Bourbon, on June 22 from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m.  This event will feature Mississippi author Dale Beasley, who will read from his latest book, What I Learned at Bastogne. Beasley is an international and two-time best-selling author of What I Learned at […] The post Famed author will be at Beaver Creek Distillery Saturday appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Four youth represented Jefferson Davis County at the SE District 4-H Project Achievement Day sponsored by Mississippi State University Extension. The event was held at the PRCC Lowery Woodall in Hattiesburg on June 11. All four placed in their respective contest and presentation categories. They also participated in make and take creative arts. Youth were […] The post Local youth place in 4-H competition appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Timothy Rush of Prentiss was named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Mississippi College The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the dean’s list after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must maintain a 3.5 grade point average, based on […] The post Rush named to Dean’s List at Mississippi College appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The University of Southern Mississippi awarded undergraduate, graduate and specialist degrees to more than 1,900 students graduating in the spring 2024 semester. USM graduates from the local area include Tabreil Nasha Thompson, Bachelor of Science; Najadanika Simmons, Bachelor of Social Work and Davida Lazondra Kun, Master of Arts in Teaching, all of Bassfield. Laura Jule […] The post USM awards spring degrees appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Pearl River Community College has released the Dean’s and President’s lists for the Spring 2024 semester. Over 900 students are being honored for their academic excellence, with 299 on the President’s List and 626 students on the Dean’s List. To be recognized, students must have taken at least 15 credit hours for the semester. Those […] The post Pearl River releases spring honors appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

In conjunction with the annual Run for the Roses 5K event held each spring, high school seniors had an opportunity to compete for scholarship funds to be applied to higher education expenses at the institution of their choice. Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson Davis County, a high school senior graduating in 2024 and […] The post Local graduates receive Run for the Roses scholarship appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Members of the Jefferson Davis NAACP and the Juneteenth Sub Committee are planning to host this year’s Juneteenth Celebration in Bassfield. The first Juneteenth Celebration was last year June 24 in Prentiss at the Longleaf Trace where the more than 200 people in attendance enjoyed 29 vendors and supporters’ booths. This year’s Juneteenth festivities are […] The post Young author to be at Juneteenth event in Bassfield appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Former Bassfield Yellowjacket standouts and NFL players A.J. Moore, Cornell Armstrong and C. J. Moore are preparing for their third annual “Beat the Odds” Youth Football Camp. Growing up in a small town with few resources and the odds stacked against them, these three Bassfield natives found a way to play and excel at the […] The post NFL players to host free football camp in Bassfield appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Law enforcement officers and first responders are currently working a three-vehicle accident on Highway 13 south outside of Prentiss. The accident involved a car, a pick-up truck and an 18-wheeler in the Society Hill area. No life-threatening injuries have been reported. Please avoid that area at this time. The post Three-vehicle accident causing delays on Highway 13 south appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Jefferson Davis County School district has announced the dates for its free summer meal program.  The summer feeding program is for kids and teens 18 and under and will be served Monday through Thursday from June 3 through June 27. Breakfast and lunch will be served at three locations in the district. Breakfast will be […] The post Free summer feeding program starts today appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

According to the National Hurricane Center, the 2024 season is expected to be one of the most active on record. Mississippi is no stranger to the devastating effects of hurricanes, with the state experiencing some of the most intense storms in history, like hurricanes Camille and Katrina. “While Mississippi is no stranger to disasters, you […] The post Hurricane season begins June 1; get ready now appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.