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Angel Wings Outreach Center in Simpson County is dealing first hand with funding cuts that began in October 2025. If major funding is not found soon, closing the facility is a strong possibility.
The shelter has served Simpson and surrounding counties many years having maintained an appropriate level of funding through various grant programs and federal dollars. Shelter Director Lanza “Wendy” Seals said the facility can make it on $200,000 annually but $300,000 is better. She is currently working to obtain that amount from the federal government.
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Members of Main Street Magee and Mississippi Main Street Association, from left, Phillip Peacock, Allison Clark, Tiffany Kinslow, Jeannie Zieren, Magee Mayor Mark Grubbs, Skip Russell, Allyson Berch, Amanda Blakeney, Lee Maddox, Christin Curlee, Merika Kalman and Kelle Barfield.
, Mayor Grubbs receiving the official MSM notification of Designated Community, the top tier status within MMSA from Zieren, executive director for MMSA.
The Magee Community House was filled with laughter, smiles, and excitement today as Main Street Magee (MSM) was awarded the top tier level of Designated Community in the Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA).
The presentation was made by MMSA Executive Director Jeannie Zieren, who commended Magee, saying what typically takes several years, MSM achieved in two.
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The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) recently announced burn bans for Simpson County and 13 other counties in Mississippi because of drought conditions in these areas.
The ban against open fires in Simpson County will be in effect through March 17 and may be extended if necessary.
During this period, open outdoor fires are not permitted, including campfires, bonfires, fire pits and fire rings, burn barrels, the burning of debris and field burning.
Use of propane or gas grills and heaters is permitted, as are charcoal grills.
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At Monday’s meeting, the Simpson County Board of Supervisors honored Robert L. Lang for 15 years of service to the community in the Solid Waste Department. At the presentation are, from left, Charles Westmorelan, Donny Welch, Danny Craft, Ted Warren, Lang, Wayne Womack, Mitchell Chatman, and Tim Gray.
, Chris May appeared before the Board of Supervisors to voice concerns about zoning and accountability.
A tense exchange between citizens and county officials brought the Simpson County Board of Supervisors meeting to a temporary halt Monday morning, as Chris and Hannah May of Magee voiced a series of complaints before a standing-room-only crowd.
The boardroom was filled to capacity March 2 as Board President Wayne Womack opened the floor to Chris May, who addressed the supervisors, thanking them for their transparency but insisting that certain county issues were not being properly addressed.
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Earlier this year, colleges in no income tax states used that as a selling point when trying to snag players in the transfer portal. Mississippi lawmakers say the Magnolia State needs to remain competitive in that arena.
In this new era of college football so heavily focused on the almighty dollar, schools in states with no income tax have sought to use that to their benefit when recruiting players.
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Below is a political opinion column by Roger Wicker:
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker carries peace through strength message to Europe.
The tyrants in China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran are on the move, and their aggression makes at least one thing clear: America needs strong, reliable friends. In February, I traveled to Europe to bring a message to our most important allies. In this increasingly dangerous world, the nations of Europe and North America must stand united.
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Another bill that would have allowed terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis gummies while being treated in a hospital did not pass the Senate Public Health Committee this week.
The Senate passed a bill out of the Public Health Committee this week that could allow people suffering from neurological conditions or addiction to receive Ibogaine treatment, while killing another bill that would allow terminally ill patients to receive medical cannabis gummies while being treated in a hospital.
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1. Moss Point native makes “American Idol” Top 30
Moss Point native Daniel Stallworth advanced into the Top 30 on “American Idol” Monday night after performing “Stand By Me.”
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An excellent medical column in The Washington Post predicts the next target in Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine campaign. At the same time, the column debunks the claim that this target is hazardous to children’s health.
Dr. Leana S. Wen, an emergency physician and clinical associate professor at George Washington University, believes Kennedy, the Health and Human Services secretary, may seek the removal of “aluminum salts” from vaccines. He claims this ingredient can cause conditions from autism to asthma to food allergies.
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1. UMMC reopens clinics after cyberattack
The University of Mississippi Medical Center says their clinics will resume normal operations and appointment schedules on Monday as it continues recovery efforts following a cyberattack on February 19.
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Members of Main Street Magee and Mississippi Main Street Association. Left to right: Phillip Peacock, Allison Clark, Tiffany Kinslow, Jeannie Zieren, Magee Mayor Mark Grubbs, Skip Russell, Allyson Berch, Amanda Blakeney, Lee Maddox, Christin Curlee, Merika Kalman and Kelle Barfield.
, Mayor Grubbs receiving the official MSM notification of Designated Community, the top tier status within MMSA from Zieren, executive director for MMSA.
The Magee Community House was filled with laughter, smiles, and excitement today as Main Street Magee (MSM) was awarded the top tier level of Designated Community in the Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA).
The presentation was made by MMSA Executive Director Jeannie Zieren. She commended Magee, saying what typically takes several years, MSM achieved in two.
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State Rep. Shanda Yates says Jackson property owners would collect the utility fees but not pay the bill. Renters believed the bills were being paid, that is until their utilities were disconnected.
After a spirited debate Wednesday morning, the Senate Judiciary B Committee passed a House bill holding landlords responsible for unpaid utilities covered in a tenant’s lease, a problem that has been occurring across Mississippi and brought to light in recent months in the city of Jackson, lawmakers said.
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Magee High School FFA members visited the Capitol on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, FFA Day at the Capitol.
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The Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus held their annual catfish fry on February 24, 2026. The Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus is the largest bi-partisan caucus in the Mississippi Legislature boasting more than 120 members of the Mississippi Legislature. The Caucus works to protect and advance hunting, fishing, trapping and other outdoor opportunities for Mississippi's sportsmen's citizens.
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The Mendenhall Public Library is pleased to announce that Chelsea Downs was named Simpson County Employee of the Year. She received the award during this year's Central Mississippi Library Regional System's annual team development day.
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JACKSON, MS – The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) is turning up the heat with the launch of its newest event, CrawFest, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from Noon to 5 p.m. at the museum. “From the burrow to the boil,” CrawFest invites guests of all ages to dive into the world of Mississippi crawfish through food, music, science, and hands-on fun.
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Robert Wise has written another lengthy article criticizing Trump. {NSS 2/20} He blames the administration for allowing a nameless staffer for making a despicable post in the wee hours of the morning. Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary gave good advice: "Please stop the fake outrage.": Anyone with an open mind would know that Trump is not a racist as evidenced by his recent celebration of Black History Month in the White House.
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The Music Minister stopped rehearsal and shouted at the choir. These are words, people. Don't let a pretty song drown out the words. Words have meaning.
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