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It’s hard to imagine why anyone would pass a stopped school bus, but it happens every school day on city streets and rural roads throughout Mississippi.

Man charged with drive-by shooting in rural Yazoo COunty

A suspect remains behind bars after he allegedly fired shots into the home of his girlfriend in rural Yazoo County.

Yazoo Cup Tournament

The Yazoo Country Club hosted Benton Country Club and Holmes County Country Club on September 26 and 27 for the annual Yazoo Cup golf matches.

Monday meeting could direct additional street repairs in the city

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen have called a special meeting for Monday that will include a discussion about considering additional streets to repair in the city.

Police make drug arrests in the city

After a team of firefighters responded to an unattended pot of hot dogs on the stove, police officers executed a search warrant that led to a major drug bust.

John G. Kendrick III
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On Mon, 10/19/2020 - 05:29 PM

John G. Kendrick III, 64, passed away Saturday October, 17, 2020 in Mena, Ark.
Mr. Kendrick was a retired police officer. He worked as a police officer in Yazoo City for many years. He was an Episcopal in his Christian faith.
Man charged with drive-by shooting in rural Yazoo COunty
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2,648 Reads
On Mon, 10/19/2020 - 03:21 PM

A suspect remains behind bars after he allegedly fired shots into the home of his girlfriend in rural Yazoo County.
Quincy Smoots was charged with aggravated assault and shooting into an occupied dwelling.
Holmes County man convicted of armed robbery
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On Mon, 10/19/2020 - 11:21 AM

Jovontae Jefferson of Holmes County was found guilty last week of the 2020 armed robbery of The Village Restaurant in Lexington.

District Attorney Akillie Malone-Oliver said the Holmes County jury reached a unanimous decision in the guilty verdict.
Holding on to him for as long as I can
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 13,317 Reads
On Sat, 10/17/2020 - 03:43 PM

I closed my eyes for a brief moment, utterly exhausted from a hectic day at work and my usual chores at home. To be honest, I did not want to do much except sit in silence for a moment in my recliner. I chose to be still, completely still.
Patricia Landrum Lowery
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On Sat, 10/17/2020 - 10:14 AM

Patricia Ann Landrum Lowery, age 72, passed to her heavenly home October 10, 2020 at the Baptist Hospital, Jackson, Ms. She was born December 25, 1947.
Monday meeting could direct additional street repairs in the city
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On Sat, 10/17/2020 - 09:51 AM

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen have called a special meeting for Monday that will include a discussion about considering additional streets to repair in the city.
Police make drug arrests in the city
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 14,257 Reads
On Thu, 10/15/2020 - 12:19 PM

After a team of firefighters responded to an unattended pot of hot dogs on the stove, police officers executed a search warrant that led to a major drug bust.

An alleged drug dealer was chased by officers while throwing his "merchandise" all over the neighborhood.
Stolen ambulance chase ends in Yazoo County
By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 4,414 Reads
On Thu, 10/15/2020 - 10:00 AM

Chief Investigator Terry Gann can now say he is an official ambulance chaser.
Local authorities arrested a man who is accused of stealing an ambulance from Warren County. Leading law enforcement on an erratic chase throughout the community, he was apprehended after stopping the stolen ambulance at a local apartment complex.
Ed Wilkes
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On Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:05 AM

Edward Roby Wilkes, 69, died Oct. 12, 2020.
Funeral services are Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. at Glenwood Cemetery with Rev. Bill Hutto officiating. Burial will follow under the direction of Stricklin-King Funeral Home.
Mr. Wilkes was born Feb. 28, 1951 to Walter and Mary Roby Wilkes. He was an air mechanic and a Baptist.
30 seconds for you, a lifetime for kids
By Phil Burchfield, READ MORE > 127 Reads
On Tue, 10/20/2020 - 09:57 AM

It’s hard to imagine why anyone would pass a stopped school bus, but it happens every school day on city streets and rural roads throughout Mississippi. All of us should be concerned, because all of us have a stake in the future — and nothing represents the future more than students on a bus.