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Robert St. John talks Carnival. He says king cakes are subjective. Everyone has an opinion. He has several strong ones.
Most people who aren’t from around here don’t realize how much Mardi Gras matters in my hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
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James Ronald 'Ron' Chapman passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 79.
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James Ronald 'Ron' Chapman passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 79.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
James Ronald 'Ron' Chapman passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 79.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Robert St. John talks Carnival. He says king cakes are subjective. Everyone has an opinion. He has several strong ones.
Most people who aren’t from around here don’t realize how much Mardi Gras matters in my hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
By Robert St. John on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Robert St. John talks Carnival. He says king cakes are subjective. Everyone has an opinion. He has several strong ones.
Most people who aren’t from around here don’t realize how much Mardi Gras matters in my hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
By Robert St. John on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Mary Tumasz Lackey, aged 78, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on September 22, 1947, Mary was the daughter of Eddie and Bobbie Tumasz. She was raised in Jackson and graduated from Murrah High School. Mary then attended the University of Mississippi. In 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Carl Lackey. Later, their son, Mark, was born in Oxford.
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Mary Tumasz Lackey, aged 78, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on September 22, 1947, Mary was the daughter of Eddie and Bobbie Tumasz. She was raised in Jackson and graduated from Murrah High School. Mary then attended the University of Mississippi. In 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Carl Lackey. Later, their son, Mark, was born in Oxford.
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Mary Tumasz Lackey, aged 78, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on September 22, 1947, Mary was the daughter of Eddie and Bobbie Tumasz. She was raised in Jackson and graduated from Murrah High School. Mary then attended the University of Mississippi. In 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Carl Lackey. Later, their son, Mark, was born in Oxford.
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Dale and Heather Frazier
Every year, we are reminded that The Mustard Seed is more than a place it's a family made stronger by the people who pour their Love, time, and talents into our mission. This year's Supporters of the Year are shining examples of that commitment.
This year, we are honored to introduce a new award category: Family Member Supporter of the Year.
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Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
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Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Special Olympics Mississippi recently hosted the 2025 Gold Gala at Duling Hall. The event honored the accomplishments of more than 6,000 athletes across the state who compete with Special Olympics Mississippi.
Donna Sims and Rita Martinson, who both have served on the board for more than 25 years, were honored. The evening also included a live auction, dining and music from The Love Notez.
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Philip C. (Phil) Williams, 63, of Yazoo City, MS, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The visitation will be Monday, January 12, 2026 from 12:30 to 2:00 pm at First Methodist Church in Yazoo City, MS. and service at 2:00 pm.
Phil was born to the late Charles D. Williams, Jr and Marsha Dunn Williams. He was a graduate of Manchester Academy and later received a Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance and an MBA in Finance and Economics from his beloved Ole Miss. He was also a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at LSU.
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Myra Peyton was born December 20, 1932, in Leake County, Mississippi to the late Junior “J.M.” Smith and Birdie Gee Smith. She was the oldest of six children born to their union. Myra departed this life on the evening of Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Bentonia, Mississippi.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Special Olympics Mississippi recently hosted the 2025 Gold Gala at Duling Hall. The event honored the accomplishments of more than 6,000 athletes across the state who compete with Special Olympics Mississippi.
Donna Sims and Rita Martinson, who both have served on the board for more than 25 years, were honored. The evening also included a live auction, dining and music from The Love Notez.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a robbery suspect.
The suspect is a black male last seen wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. He is wanted for the strong armed robbery of Walmart gas station in Yazoo City. He is also wanted for questioning about connections to another robbery on January 9 at Yazoo City’s Burger King drive thru.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a robbery suspect.
The suspect is a black male last seen wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. He is wanted for the strong armed robbery of Walmart gas station in Yazoo City. He is also wanted for questioning about connections to another robbery on January 9 at Yazoo City’s Burger King drive thru.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a robbery suspect.
The suspect is a black male last seen wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. He is wanted for the strong armed robbery of Walmart gas station in Yazoo City. He is also wanted for questioning about connections to another robbery on January 9 at Yazoo City’s Burger King drive thru.
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