Sierra Jane Inscoe, 22, of Prentiss, has pleaded guilty to murder for shooting and killing Carson Sistrunk in Jefferson Davis County on Sept. 4, 2022. The plea came before 15th Circuit Court Judge Richelle Lumpkin on July 16. Lumpkin sentenced Inscoe shortly after the guilty plea at the Marion County Courthouse. She was ordered to […] The post Inscoe sentenced to 40 years for the murder of Carson Sistrunk appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Deputies are searching for a missing 14-year-old Prentiss girl.  According to her parents, Kaycee Johnson has been missing from her home since 6 p.m. July 17. She was last seen wearing a gray “Follow Your Dreams” tank top with a unicorn on it, black shorts and pink flip flops. She was […] The post JDC authorities searching for missing 14-year-old appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Students went back to school today at all five Jefferson Davis County School District campuses. The post First day of school for JDC students appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

For nearly 20 years, Anjerrica Lee, of Prentiss, has dreamed of becoming a mom. At age 14, she was told that the odds were slim after being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis. But April 19, Lee’s dream came true, and she gave birth to not only one miracle baby but three. “It was […] The post Dreams come true for Prentiss mom with new triplets appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The 2024 Summer Reading Program was a great success at Prentiss and Bassfield public libraries. This year’s theme was The Adventure Begins with the program being held on Tuesdays in Bassfield and Thursdays in Prentiss. The popular Prize Stores were available at both libraries encouraging participants to read and earn reward bucks to spend at […] The post Summer Reading Program is a huge success at Prentiss and Bassfield libraries appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Students in the Jefferson Davis School District will now be participating in the Provision 2 school program starting this school year. This program enables the school district to provide all meals at no charge to all students in Jefferson Davis County. For the district to participate in the program, a free and reduced meal application […] The post No meal charge for JDC students appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The first and second graduating classes of Prentiss Christian School have made a donation to the school. The Class of 1974 held its 50-year reunion in June and was joined by the Class of 1975 at the celebration. The two classes took up the donation at the reunion and presented it to Prentiss Christian Elementary […] The post Alumni make donation to Prentiss Christian School appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Jefferson Davis County Miss Hospitality Ellen Porter is now in Hattiesburg for the week-long competition. A send-off party was held for Porter and Jefferson Davis County Little Miss Hospitality Joshlynn Silvas July 5 at Bassfield City Hall. “First I want to give thanks and honor to God for giving us such a great opportunity,” said […] The post Jefferson Davis County Miss Hospitality heads to state competition appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

Five communities in Entergy Mississippi’s service area were selected receive the company’s annual economic development grant to help boost business growth in their communities. This year, the program is awarding nearly $50,000 in grants to support digital marketing and economic development training. The recipients include the Jefferson Davis County Economic Development District, Greenwood-Leflore-Carroll Economic Development […] The post JDC receives Entergy grant appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Jefferson Davis County Board of Supervisors continued its first July meeting July 3 in the Jefferson Davis County Courtroom at 11 a.m. All county employees and elected officials were encouraged to attend the meeting. Board members discussed budget restraints and how important it is to stay within the allowed financial guidelines. Also on the […] The post JDC employee safety important to board appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is excited to announce Thursday, July 4 is a “Free Fishing Day,” offering residents the opportunity to enjoy fishing without a license on any public water throughout the state. MDWFP encourages residents to take advantage of this opportunity and visit one of our 18 state lakes […] The post Free fishing at Jeff Davis Lake July 4 appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.

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.