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Girls Softball becoming increasingly competitive

Friday, 24 May 2013 15:20 | Written by Administrator |

Brad Wells, pictured with his Alfa softball team, says the level of competition in Yazoo girls softball has increased dramatically during the nine years that he has been coaching. Most of that change has been since the league expanded in 2008. By TAYLOR HAWKINS
Sports Editor
Dixie Youth Baseball has been an American staple for generations.
For years, it has dominated the youth athletic scene in Yazoo City, but recently a new competitor to America’s pastime has risen: Dixie Softball.
Dixie Softball was founded in 1968 in the small town of Minor, Ala., and was expanded throughout the south in 1975.
Up until 2008, Yazoo City’s softball league was purely community driven. Local teams played each other weekly until a champion was crowned.
But all of that changed in 2008.
Second year Yazoo City Softball League Commissioner Mark Williams had the league franchised with Dixie Softball. The franchisement meant one thing – expansion.
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Basketball goals removed at park after another fight

Friday, 24 May 2013 15:19 | Written by Administrator |

By JAMIE PATTERSON
Managing Editor

Following a melee on the basketball courts at the Wardell Leach Recreational Complex this week, the goals have been removed until further notice.
The recent incident was the latest of a number of problems caused by an unruly group at the park. Frustrated with the constant gambling, profanity, fights and disrespectful behavior, recreation director Henry “Jughead” Campbell removed the basketball goals in an effort to restore order at the local complex.
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Residents say Old Highway 3 needs work

Friday, 24 May 2013 15:17 | Written by Administrator |

By JASON PATTERSON
Editor & Publisher

Shifting Yazoo clay has made for a rough ride on Old Highway 3 for years, but some residents say man made problems are just as bad these days.
The road at the entrance to the rubbish pit is in total disrepair with potholes that could cause major damage to a vehicle.
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Giddy Up!

Tuesday, 21 May 2013 19:11 | Written by Administrator |

Colton Howell hangs on for a fun ride with the Town & Country Saddle Club. More photos from the club’s day of riding appear on page 10.

City may improve storm siren system

Tuesday, 21 May 2013 19:09 | Written by Administrator |

By JAMIE PATTERSON
Managing Editor

Yazoo City’s weather warning system is functioning properly, but there may be some weaknesses in the coverage area.
Many citizens have voiced concerns over the weather sirens located at various locations within the community. Some have said a few don’t even work at all, while others claim they are barely audible.
Minor Norman, a representative with the company that maintains the city’s storm sirens, told city leaders last week that all the city’s problems come down to technical concerns.
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