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Robert St. John says his restaurant business and travel business aren’t two businesses. They’re the same business. It’s all hospitality.
There’s a moment — right before the northern lights appear — when the sky looks like it’s deciding whether, or not, to show you something. Then it does, and you understand why you traveled 4,000 miles. Twenty-five Americans stood beside me in the snow. Nobody spoke. The northern lights don’t require commentary.
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Jordan Hollins of Vaughan served as a page for the Mississippi Senate. Pages generally run errands for officials and Senate staff. Jordan is pictured with Lieutenant Governor C. Delbert Hosemann, Jr., and Senator Joseph C. Thomas Sr., who sponsored his visit. Jordan is the son of Howard and Brittany Hollins and attends Yazoo County High School. When asked about the week, Jordan said, "I enjoyed forming meaningful friendships, learning firsthand from Senator Jospeh Thomas, and enjoying unforgettable moments with Head Page Walter Townsend.”
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Ruby Lee McCoy-Hayes, the oldest daughter of the late James and Mary York McCoy, was born on April 18, 1949, in Yazoo City. She was blessed to be reared in the home of Mrs. Susie Ford, who she called Momma Susie. God called her home on January 15, 2026.
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In a moving ceremony filled with gratitude, reverence, and celebration, Rev. Dr. Clifton Jackson, President and Founder of the Lillie Mae Jackson Scholarship Foundation, presented special awards recognizing faithful Christian service to Pastor Rev. Dr. John Allen and his wife, Mrs. Cathy Allen, of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Benton.
The presentation took place inside the Galilee MB Church sanctuary, where church members, family, and community leaders gathered to honor the couple’s many years of dedicated ministry and commitment to Christian education.
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In a moving ceremony filled with gratitude, reverence, and celebration, Rev. Dr. Clifton Jackson, President and Founder of the Lillie Mae Jackson Scholarship Foundation, presented special awards recognizing faithful Christian service to Pastor Rev. Dr. John Allen and his wife, Mrs. Cathy Allen, of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Benton.
The presentation took place inside the Galilee MB Church sanctuary, where church members, family, and community leaders gathered to honor the couple’s many years of dedicated ministry and commitment to Christian education.
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In a moving ceremony filled with gratitude, reverence, and celebration, Rev. Dr. Clifton Jackson, President and Founder of the Lillie Mae Jackson Scholarship Foundation, presented special awards recognizing faithful Christian service to Pastor Rev. Dr. John Allen and his wife, Mrs. Cathy Allen, of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Benton.
The presentation took place inside the Galilee MB Church sanctuary, where church members, family, and community leaders gathered to honor the couple’s many years of dedicated ministry and commitment to Christian education.
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The American Heart Association’s 48th Annual Heart Ball was recently at the Country Club of Jackson. The night included a seated dinner with silent and live auctions, an “Open Your Heart” segment story featuring Allen Tye, and dancing.
This premier event raises funds to support local initiatives such as CPR training and community preparedness, maternal heart health, healthy food access, and much more. Attending the event were (from left) Jane Anna and Bryan Barksdale, June and Harper Stone.
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The American Heart Association’s 48th Annual Heart Ball was recently at the Country Club of Jackson. The night included a seated dinner with silent and live auctions, an “Open Your Heart” segment story featuring Allen Tye, and dancing.
This premier event raises funds to support local initiatives such as CPR training and community preparedness, maternal heart health, healthy food access, and much more. Attending the event were (from left) Kelly and Ross Weems.
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Researchers launch nation's first center dedicated to studying college gambling and betting on college sports
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The American Heart Association’s 48th Annual Heart Ball was recently at the Country Club of Jackson. The night included a seated dinner with silent and live auctions, an “Open Your Heart” segment story featuring Allen Tye, and dancing.
This premier event raises funds to support local initiatives such as CPR training and community preparedness, maternal heart health, healthy food access, and much more. Attending the event were (from left) Shawn and Sara Sanders, Debbie and Mark Saxon.
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Milton Benjamin (“Ben”) Roach, age 58, passed from this life into the next while at home on March 15, 2026. He was born in Jackson on October 6, 1967, as the fourth child and youngest son of John M. Roach and Nancy S. Roach. He grew up in Jackson and attended school at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School from Pre-K through sixth grade and then attended Jackson Preparatory School from the seventh through the 12th grade, graduating in the spring of 1986.
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Milton Benjamin (“Ben”) Roach, age 58, passed from this life into the next while at home on March 15, 2026. He was born in Jackson on October 6, 1967, as the fourth child and youngest son of John M. Roach and Nancy S. Roach. He grew up in Jackson and attended school at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School from Pre-K through sixth grade and then attended Jackson Preparatory School from the seventh through the 12th grade, graduating in the spring of 1986.
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Milton Benjamin (“Ben”) Roach, age 58, passed from this life into the next while at home on March 15, 2026. He was born in Jackson on October 6, 1967, as the fourth child and youngest son of John M. Roach and Nancy S. Roach. He grew up in Jackson and attended school at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School from Pre-K through sixth grade and then attended Jackson Preparatory School from the seventh through the 12th grade, graduating in the spring of 1986.
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The Jackson Yacht Club (JYC) Foundation - Community Sailing on the Rez recently hosted its annual patron’s party at the home of Katherine and John Scanlon.
The JYC Foundation is a non-profit promoting community sailing and swimming on the reservoir. The foundation’s mission places emphasis on youth sailing and swimming, to train the next generation.
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The Jackson Yacht Club (JYC) Foundation - Community Sailing on the Rez recently hosted its annual patron’s party at the home of Katherine and John Scanlon.
The JYC Foundation is a non-profit promoting community sailing and swimming on the reservoir. The foundation’s mission places emphasis on youth sailing and swimming, to train the next generation.
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The Jackson Yacht Club (JYC) Foundation - Community Sailing on the Rez recently hosted its annual patron’s party at the home of Katherine and John Scanlon.
The JYC Foundation is a non-profit promoting community sailing and swimming on the reservoir. The foundation’s mission places emphasis on youth sailing and swimming, to train the next generation.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The American Heart Association’s 48th Annual Heart Ball was recently at the Country Club of Jackson. The night included a seated dinner with silent and live auctions, an “Open Your Heart” segment story featuring Allen Tye, and dancing.
This premier event raises funds to support local initiatives such as CPR training and community preparedness, maternal heart health, healthy food access, and much more. Attending the event were (from left) Shannon and James Warnock.
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