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The frigid temperatures last Monday morning could not keep several community members from remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the annual MLK Celebration. The Benton march concluded at Oak Grove A.M.E. Church. More photographs appear on The Herald's Facebook page.
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Three bids were submitted to the city council last week for the highly anticipated exterior wall repair to the historic Triangle Cultural Center.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be reviewing the submitted bids that could lead the city of Yazoo City one step closer to beginning the renovation project to the center’s exterior wall, which has been in limbo for over five years. The submitted bids range from over a million dollars to about $200,000.
Those three bids submitted include:
United Restoration and Preservation, Inc; $1,530,000
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2 months 1 week ago
The following message is from MIchael Neely, General Manager of Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association
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The Yazoo community was well represented at the Mississippi Capitol last week at the third annual Yazoo Day at the Capitol, sponsored by the Yazoo County Board of Supervisors. Nearly 200 citizens, leaders, and supporters traveled to Jackson to advocate for the priorities and progress of Yazoo County.
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The Lady Mavericks of Manchester were blazing hot from behind the three-point arc Monday night against St. Aloysius, connecting on 11 long-range bombs en route to a 56-13 runaway victory over the Lady Flashes.
Leading the way was Ellie Carpenter with five three-pointers and a game-high 19 points.
Alley Grace Ables hit three from deep and finished the game with 17 points and Angel Rae Carpenter nailed one three pointer and scored 11 points.
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The Manchester Academy Mavericks were riding high for a half Monday night against St. Aloysius and appeared destined for a Senior Night win.
The Flashes, however, mounted a furious second half comeback and pulled out a ten-point, 50-40 victory.
Holding a 9-8 lead after one quarter, the Mavs began to pull away in the second quarter and, after outscoring St. Al 15-7 in the frame, led 24-15 at the half.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
Caleb Cotten, 3 years old, killed this deer hunting with his dad Tre Cotten in Lexington.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
A ceremony was held at First Baptist Church with the unveiling of the plaque of Mrs. Joan Turner for her many years of ministry at the church’s Christian Service Center. She served as director of the Center until her health no longer allowed her to carry on her service.
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Today is my 44th birthday, and I thank God for all the many blessings He has provided me with over the course of my life. I welcome another year, and I intend to make the most of it. The older you get, it seems the more appreciative you are for the days and people you are provided with in life.
We kept it simple this year with the celebrations. A nice dinner with my husband Jason and our three kids was all I requested.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
We mourn the passing of an incredible community servant, a dedicated civic leader and a contagious personality that left everyone in his path happier after speaking with him.
The sudden passing of banking leader Phil Williams is a difficult one for us to cover at The Herald. He was such a force within our local community and beyond. And we offer prayers to his family and loved ones during this time.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
One city alderman said that public safety within Yazoo City is his top priority, adding that he was the sole opposing vote against the recent appointment of Patrick Jaco as the city’s new police chief.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Patrick Jaco, who has served as the interim police chief since last October, during a special call meeting on Dec. 30. However, Alderman Jammie McCoy was the sole opposing vote to this appointment.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
An inmate at the local federal prison was pronounced dead within his jail cell after being discovered unresponsive last weekend.
Yazoo County Coroner Ricky Shivers said Adrian Kordell McCleary, 28, was pronounced dead by Pafford paramedics, following multiple life-saving efforts.
Shivers said McCleary was found unresponsive by correctional officers about 12:10 a.m. st the Federal Correctional Institute Yazoo City Medium.
“Another inmate was also in the cell with him, but he was asleep and was awoken by officials upon the discovery,” Shivers said.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
Although the paperwork has not been finalized, city leaders have accepted a building donation that could be the answer for the future of a local Boys and Girls Club.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen accepted the donation of the former Super 10 building, located at 508 N. Washington Street. Board Attorney Lilli Evans-Bass reminded the board awaits the deed execution to transfer the property over to the city of Yazoo City.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
The community mourns the passing of Phil Williams, a beloved local banker and civic leader, who passed away following an automobile accident in Yazoo County last week.
The accident occurred around 3:18 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 433 in the Bentonia area.
Williams, the driver of a GMC Canyon, was traveling northbound on Highway 49 when his vehicle collided with a school bus that was traveling westbound on Highway 433 through the intersection, according to Sheriff Jeremy McCoy.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
Manchester Academy picked up a pair of girls’ basketball wins recently with a win over Deer Creek and another win at Carroll.
The Lady Mavericks defeated Deer Creek 58-21, and picked up a 41-20 road win at Carroll.
Against Carroll, Ellie Carpenter and Alley Grace Ables led the way with 11 and 10 points respectively.
Angel Rae Carpenter added nine, Morgan Foster had seven, Avery Austin had three, and Maggie Day Ragland added one.
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2 months 2 weeks ago
A suspect has been identified and charged in the Jan. 10 robbery of the Walmart gas station in Yazoo City.
Curtis Williams, 23, of Durant was arrested Monday in Durant after Yazoo City police received tips from the public.
The Yazoo City Police Department's Investigator Captain Artis Harris along with Officer Jamie Langston met with Durant and Kosciusko police officers in Durant and arrested Williams without incident.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a robbery suspect.
The suspect is a black male last seen wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. He is wanted for the strong armed robbery of Walmart gas station in Yazoo City. He is also wanted for questioning about connections to another robbery on January 9 at Yazoo City’s Burger King drive thru.
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The local Yazoo community mourns the loss of two beloved figures who embodied community service and an incredible sense of civic duty to its citizens. The passing of Pat Brock, an impactful teacher and dedicated volunteer for the Armed Services, and Jack Spencer, a role model within the business community and a dedicated servant to his community, will certainly leave an absence in Yazoo.
Pat Brock passed away on Dec. 22, 2025 at the age of 68. And if one were to look up the definition of a “go-getter,” she would most certainly be included within the description.
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The city of Yazoo City hired a new police chief last week with the appointment of veteran officer Patrick Jaco, who has served as the interim police chief since last October.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Jaco during a special call meeting on Dec. 30. Alderman Jammie McCoy cast the sole opposing vote.
“My goals for the department are the same from the first day I started,” Jaco said. “We are here to serve the community.”
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2 months 3 weeks ago
A Yazoo icon will celebrate close to five decades of providing local families with entertainment. The new year brings 48 years of the big screen with the anniversary of Plaza Twin Cinema, a Yazoo landmark that has served the community for generations.
Times are changing in the movie cinema world.
For many years, crowds roared towards major theater chains amidst the hustle and bustle of metropolitan suburbs. But even now, those big chains and certainly independent theaters are experiencing challenges as families are opting to stream their entertainment at home.
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