Rev. Isaiah JacksonBy JAMIE PATTERSON
Managing Editor

When there is over a century of history in a church, it’s hard for members to walk away in times of adversity and struggle.
The members of Mt. Zion Scotland M.B. Church refuse to shut the doors to its beloved church.
The small rural church has recently experienced hard economic times with its declining membership and other changes with the times. But the remaining members refuse to close the book on the church that has served the Scotland community since the 1800s.
“The house of God is not built on money alone,” said Rev. Isaiah Jackson, who has served as pastor since 2000. “God gives the vision, hope gives the light and faith supplies the need.”
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By JAMIE PATTERSON
Managing Editor

The Ricks Memorial Library will be waiving late fees this month in exchange for donations to the Manna House.
“We have a lot of late fees because people let the return date go by them,” said Miranda Purvis, with the library. “This is a way for us to work together with the public, as well as the Manna House.”
Until Nov. 20, the library will waive fines for food. Each item donated will be equivalent to $1 removed from the records.
The Manna House, located across the street from the library, serves as a food ministry to the needy within the community.
“We wanted to give back since we are all located in the heart of the community here,” Purvis said. “A lot of the Manna House patrons come in and out of the library. We wanted to do something for them.”
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A Yazoo High student was taken to KDH by ambulance after being assaulted by other students Friday.By JAMIE PATTERSON
Managing Editor

A woman attending a parent conference at the local high school was later involved with an altercation among students.
Sonya Reed was charged with disorderly conduct, breach of peace.
The incident began at Yazoo City High School last Friday when Reed was inside the school, attending a parent conference with the principal.
Four juveniles, two of which were Reed’s daughters, assaulted a female victim during the conference at another location on campus.
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Brynn Blackstock (left) and Emma Middleton wave their flags while singing The Star Spangled Banner before the Benton Academy football game Friday night.