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Yazoo Junior Auxiliary hosts successful school supply drive

The Junior Auxiliary of Yazoo City held a contactless “Drive Thru & Drop Off” School Supply Drive benefiting local schools on August 1.

Beloved educator and community leader Catherine Brent dies

Yazoo is mourning the loss of one of its most active citizens with the death of Catherine J. Brent.

No tax increase for Yazoo City residents

Yazoo City residents should not see an increase in their city taxes within the proposed budget for the next fiscal year.

Woman believes her brother's death in prison was avoidable

The last time Ivette Killebrew spoke to her brother Dwayne Mitchell on the phone, he was complaining about having shortness of breath and fatigue.

Public Service to focus on trimming right-of-way in the city

The Public Service Commission will soon be trimming its right-of-way in order to maintain its power lines within Yazoo City.

Finding the true meaning of "home sweet home"
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 8872 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 05:58 PM

It has been close to five months since everyone’s lives were turned around as COVID-19 made its appearance. And although I have continued to try to find those silver linings in the middle of this pandemic, it has been difficult at times.
State economist it could take two years to recover from recession caused by COVID-19
By Steve Wilson, READ MORE > 269 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 04:08 PM

According to the state’s economist, it might take two years for the Mississippi economy to completely recover from the COVID-19 recession despite it being the shortest one on record.
City schools continue plans for Sept. 8 opening
By Joffre Washington, READ MORE > 1961 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 10:04 AM

As parents and students get ready for a return to school this fall, many questions and concerns still remain regarding instruction, safety measures, transportation and just how things are going to play out come September.
Local courts adjust to COVID with social distancing, technology
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 1431 Reads
On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 09:53 AM

Social distancing and even virtual platforms are the new norm when it comes to local court services.
County and municipal courts have implemented several new safety measures and enhanced technology to better serve both the public and court employees. And, so far, it’s working.
Raider Run
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On Fri, 07/31/2020 - 09:43 AM

Runners take off in the Raider Run 5K at Benton Academy. Chastity Magyar (third from right) was the winner of the race.
Herald changing to once-weekly publication schedule
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On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 06:38 PM

In August The Yazoo Herald will begin publishing once a week.
The Herald will continue to be published on Wednesdays while the Saturday edition will be eliminated. All existing subscriptions will be doubled in length. For example, if you had 10 months remaining on your subscription it will now be good for 20 months.
Admit when you're wrong
By Dr. James C. Dobson, READ MORE > 113 Reads
On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 06:18 PM

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.”
1 John 1:9
YCSWCD announces call for scholarship applications
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On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 06:16 PM

The Yazoo County Soil and Water Conservation District, a member of the Mississippi Association of Conservation Districts (MACD), announces its annual call for applications for five scholarships to be awarded in January 2021.
Levee Board to hold public budget hearing
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On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 06:01 PM

The Board of Levee Commissioners for the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta Levee District (the “Levee Board”) will hold a public hearing on its proposed budget and proposed tax levies for fiscal year 2020-2021 on August 13, 2
Board to revisit hiring police chief on Monday
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On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 03:13 PM

After a special meeting on the subject of the police chief Thursday another meeting has been scheduled for Monday with the appointment of the next chief as the only item on the agenda.
Most of today's meeting was held behind closed doors in executive session with the board citing personnel matters.