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Infrastructure and public works issues were a major focus of the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting held on Tuesday, January 20.
Two local businessmen, Joey Boyles and Odell Gray, owners of septic system companies in Magee, appeared before the board to discuss a sewage dumping agreement with the city. Boyles spoke on behalf of both men, with Gray expressing agreement. After extended discussion, the board tabled the matter for further review.
By Beth Pudas on
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Infrastructure and public works issues were a major focus of the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting held on Tuesday, January 20.
Two local businessmen, Joey Boyles and Odell Gray, owners of septic system companies in Magee, appeared before the board to discuss a sewage dumping agreement with the city. Boyles spoke on behalf of both men, with Gray expressing agreement. After extended discussion, the board tabled the matter for further review.
By Beth Pudas on
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Royce Timothy Welch, Sr., 85, passed away on January 22, 2026. He was born to John Franklin (Doc) Welch and Eula Mae Thames Welch on July 12, 1940.
Preceded in death by his parents and all eight of his siblings. He was also preceded in death by three of his King brothers-in-law and sister-in-law.
He is survived by his wife Linda, five children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, one brother-in-law; one sisters-in-law.
Visitation and service were held January 27 at New Bethlehem Baptist Church.
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Cenia Leah Gutierrez, 62, of Taylorsville, MS, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at her residence in Taylorsville, MS. She was born Tuesday, May 21, 1963, in Laurel, MS.
Memorial visitation was held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 12 noon at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Bro. Tommy Shields officiated. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Taylorsville was in charge of arrangements, 601-785-6564.
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Betty Compere, 95, of Braxton, MS, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026 in Braxton, MS. She was born Monday, May 26, 1930, in Jackson, Mississippi.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall. Funeral serviceswere held on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall in Mendenhall, MS. Burial followed in Braxton City Cemetery in Braxton, MS. Rev. Richard Rankin officiated. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall was in charge of arrangements, 601-847-4401.
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Hilton Heights Water Assn. #1 has issued a Boil-Water Alert for customers who receive their drinking water from their water supply located in Yazoo County.
Water system officials notified the Mississippi State Department of Health of a system wide pressure loss due to one or more line breaks.
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Hilton Heights Water Assn. #1 has issued a Boil-Water Alert for customers who receive their drinking water from their water supply located in Yazoo County.
Water system officials notified the Mississippi State Department of Health of a system wide pressure loss due to one or more line breaks.
By MSDH on
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Hilton Heights Water Assn. #1 has issued a Boil-Water Alert for customers who receive their drinking water from their water supply located in Yazoo County.
Water system officials notified the Mississippi State Department of Health of a system wide pressure loss due to one or more line breaks.
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Dewanna (Dee) Pearce, 77, passed away on January 20, 2026. She was born on January 14, 1949, to Odis Ira Walding Sr. and Alberta Beatrice “Pat” Brown.
Preceded in death by her parents, Odis Ira Walding Sr. and Alberta “Pat” Brown; her sisters, Sherry Walding and Elrina Hines; and her brother, Charles Wesley Walding.
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Dorris J. Cook Shows, 85, of Mendenhall, MS, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the Magee General Hospital in Magee, MS. She was born Sunday, September 1, 1940.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 11 a.m. at New Good Hope Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Mendenhall, MS. Bro. Mike Sills and Bro. David Bryant will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements, 601-849-5031.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Farley Shows; father, Carroll Cook; and mother, Annie Ruth Derrick Cook.
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Carolyn Baley Callender, age 97, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 25, 2026, after a life marked by unwavering faith, deep love for family, and faithful service to Christ. She was born on June 13, 1928.
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Lexington Board of Aldermen meeting Jan. 6, 2026. Credit: Leonardo Bevilacqua/Mississippi Today
Years after turmoil within the Lexington Police Department and allegations surfaced of discriminatory policing practices, excessive force and retaliation against critics, the city has adopted federally recommended reforms and has outed its police chief.
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Senate Education Committee Chairman Dennis DeBar says he will allow his committee to vote on the House’s school choice measure, but he’s still convinced the proposal to spend public money on private schooling will not pass in the Senate. Why are senators opposed to this? He explains.
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In some areas of Mississippi, such as Oxford and Lafayette County, schools will remain closed for the rest of the week.
Areas of Mississippi were still reeling on Monday from the aftermath of the weekend winter storm — including local elementary and secondary schools and colleges.
Many will remain closed on Tuesday. See a list of school closures below.
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Mississippi Republicans and Democrats will choose their party nominees in the Primary Elections, with the winners advancing to the November 3 General Election.
Midterm Primary Elections are quickly approaching in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office announced Monday that in-person and mail-in absentee ballots are now available in Circuit Clerk’s Offices across the state ahead of the March 10 Midterm Primary Election for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.
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Kayla Marie Griffith, a beacon of love and joy, returned to her heavenly home on January 19, 2026, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Born on August 11, 1987, in Jackson, MS, she lived a vibrant life filled with compassion, laughter, and unwavering faith. Kayla's sudden departure leaves a legacy of kindness that will forever be cherished in the hearts of those she touched.
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Mississippi Republicans and Democrats will choose their party nominees in the Primary Elections, with the winners advancing to the November 3 General Election.
Midterm Primary Elections are quickly approaching in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office announced Monday that in-person and mail-in absentee ballots are now available in Circuit Clerk’s Offices across the state ahead of the March 10 Midterm Primary Election for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
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If enacted, a bill would create the “Mississippi Health and Welfare Efficiency Task Force” to examine the state’s delivery of social services.
The creation of a task force to study how social services agencies can streamline government and regulatory services passed the Senate Government Structure Committee last week. The goal is to make state government more efficient.
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If enacted, a bill would create the “Mississippi Health and Welfare Efficiency Task Force” to examine the state’s delivery of social services.
The creation of a task force to study how social services agencies can streamline government and regulatory services passed the Senate Government Structure Committee last week. The goal is to make state government more efficient.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months ago
Mississippi Republicans and Democrats will choose their party nominees in the Primary Elections, with the winners advancing to the November 3 General Election.
Midterm Primary Elections are quickly approaching in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office announced Monday that in-person and mail-in absentee ballots are now available in Circuit Clerk’s Offices across the state ahead of the March 10 Midterm Primary Election for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.
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