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MDE Extends Wright's contract a superintendent for three years

Jermall Wright will continue to guide Yazoo City’s public schools for at least another three years.

Sheriff says Yazoo City is in a state of emergency with low police numbers

Taking on the role as interim police chief, Yazoo County Sheriff Jacob Sheriff asks the public for prayers and cooperation as he continues to tackle the high crime rate within the community.

Keyondra Taylor accepted into two academic honor societies

Keyondra Taylor, a senior at Jackson State University, was recently accepted into two honor societies.

Miss Edwards to wed Garcia

Pastor Luke and Mrs. Natalie Edwards, of Yazoo City, announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Kameron Rose Edwards, to Angel Garcia, son of Lupe and Maria Garcia.

Benton Academy hosting playoff games tonight

Benton Academy's JB Middleton, JT McDaniel and Ben Boggan are pictured talking strategy in recent action. The Raiders host Union Christian tonight at 5 p.m. for playoff games.

Suspect connected to recent shootings identified
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In a season of baseball excellence, we should recall the ‘Willie Ball’
By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today, Reads
Ole Miss and Mississippi State baseball teams will enter the weekend ranked in the top five in the nation in various polls. Southern Miss is in the top 25 of RPI ratings. Jackson State is undefeated in the SWAC. Delta State remains a Division II power.
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Mississippi broadband internet expansion ‘pedal to the metal’ as federal money flows
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today, Reads
The state Public Service Commission this week has awarded $268 million to local electric cooperatives across the state to hook up more than 102,000 homes and businesses to broadband internet.
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Mississippi has an adult literacy problem. Here’s what advocates are doing to curb it.
By Candace McKenzie - Mississippi Today, Reads
When 64-year-old Carl Plessala first moved to Mississippi seven years ago, he wanted to start a new life.

He stumbled upon a pamphlet that advertised classes at a community college. The idea intrigued him, but there was one problem: He was among the thousands of Mississippi adults who couldn’t read or write.
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Mr. and Miss Junior High TCA
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On Sat, 04/10/2021 - 09:00 AM
Tanner Blackwell and Mia Hatfield were recently selected as Mr. and Miss Junior High Tri-County Academy.

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TCA Most Handsome and Most Beautiful
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On Sat, 04/10/2021 - 08:00 AM
Reed Marberry and Sutton Walters were recently chosen Most Handsome and Most Beautiful at Tri-County Academy.

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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : April 09, 2021
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Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

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Severe weather expected today and tonight
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On Fri, 04/09/2021 - 08:49 AM
A significant severe weather event is expected to unfold across the area from this afternoon through tonight.
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Linwood Elementary Honor Roll
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On Fri, 04/09/2021 - 08:44 AM
Superintendent’s List
Joshua Journigan Jr.

Grades 3-5
Principal’s List
London Edwards
Laila Ware
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Mississippi Senate Honors Manchester Academy State Champion Basketball Team
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On Fri, 04/09/2021 - 08:30 AM
Manchester Academy Lady Mavericks girls basketball team was honored on Thursday, April 1, 2021, by the Mississippi Senate with presentation of Senate Resolution 37, saluting their February 27, 2021, defeat at Benton Academy of the Columbus Christian Lady Rams 52-38 to bring home the 2020-2021 MAIS Academy Class 2A State Championship and the firs
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