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St. Andrew’s student athletes John William Walker (left) and McKinley Kelly (center) were selected to participate in the Military Appreciation Bowl in Frisco, Texas. This national event honors outstanding high school football players and cheerleaders from across the country and recognizes their athletic achievement and character. Being chosen to take part in Military Appreciation Bowl Week and the U.S. Army Bowl was a significant honor for the students and school according to Coach Joe Ray (right).
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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 3 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.
By Jamie Patterson on
2 months 3 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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First Presbyterian Day School showcased their fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students’ spelling abilities in their grade-level spelling bee. Pictured are fourth grade winners (from left) Deacon Cole (second place), Finley Felker (first place), and Mac McCormick (third place).
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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 3 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.
By Jamie Patterson on
2 months 3 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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Members of Jackson Prep’s Spirit dance team include (from left, back) Sutton Warrick, Blythe Barton, Layla Giachelli, McRee Raggio, Maddie Reeves, Emma Mills, Katie Suggs, Mary Harr Payne, Ruby Hospodor, Lydia McCormick; (middle row) Ava Davis, Layne Cannada, Kathryn Reynolds, Sarah Kate Forbus, Polly Waterloo, Evelyn Luckett, Collins Rooker, Sims Abdalla, Emory Calvert, Charlotte McMaster; and (front) Louise Smith, Anna Peyton Garriga, Anna Brook Baten, Robin Weaver, Deviney Claire McElveen, Ellie Yerger, Avery Warf, CeCe Stansell, Lorelei Torrey, and Hensley Hardy.
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Hundreds of children visited Santa’s Workshop at Jackson Academy in December. The Annual Christmas Open House for kindergarten and younger students is sponsored by the Jackson Academy Association. A highlight of the evening came when children visited Mrs. Claus in her kitchen, where they helped bag canned goods to give to families in need during the holidays—helping the youngest Raiders understand serving others. Participating were (from left) Collins Brown, Blake Brown, Sarah Howard as Mrs. Claus and Carter Reeves.
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Last week felt like I should have been working in the garden, flying a kite, or wade fishing for crappie. Other than the two weeks of “seasonal” cold weather we experienced, it has been one of the mildest winters on record. Doves are already cooing, frogs are croaking, and turtles are sunning themselves on logs in ponds and creeks. I have noticed daffodils and jonquils emerging from their short winter nap, ready to show off to the world blazing white and yellow petals. In fact, trees are on the verge of bud break with some species already leafing out.
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The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi’s 41st annual Bacchus Ball Gala will take place on Saturday, January 31 at the Country Club of Jackson. The evening will include regional music, Creole cuisine, and a silent auction. Held during Carnival Season, the gala helps ensure the foundation continues its crucial mission ministering to Mississippians living with type 1 or 2 diabetes. Helping plan the night are (from left, back) Tricia Boyd, Lucy McEuen, Caroline Hutson, Susan Murphy; and (seated) Chairman Caroline Lowe and Co-Chair Holly Voller. For more information, call 601-957-7878.
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Chinese leaders at a December meeting led by Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated their consistent focus on “pursuing progress while ensuring stability.”
Stability, hmmm.
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Railroad District rendering
Ridgeland leaders have dreamed for decades about transforming West Jackson Street, which extends between U.S. Highway 51 and I-55, into a central, walkable downtown named the Railroad District.
This year, work that city leaders consider transformative will get underway.
The city has been awarded a $15.653 million Safe Streets and Roads for All Implementation Grant to advance a safety project along West Jackson Street, one of Ridgeland’s busiest and most historic corridors.
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Railroad District rendering
Ridgeland leaders have dreamed for decades about transforming West Jackson Street, which extends between U.S. Highway 51 and I-55, into a central, walkable downtown named the Railroad District.
This year, work that city leaders consider transformative will get underway.
The city has been awarded a $15.653 million Safe Streets and Roads for All Implementation Grant to advance a safety project along West Jackson Street, one of Ridgeland’s busiest and most historic corridors.
By Nell Luter Floyd - Sun Staff Writer on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Railroad District rendering
Ridgeland leaders have dreamed for decades about transforming West Jackson Street, which extends between U.S. Highway 51 and I-55, into a central, walkable downtown named the Railroad District.
This year, work that city leaders consider transformative will get underway.
The city has been awarded a $15.653 million Safe Streets and Roads for All Implementation Grant to advance a safety project along West Jackson Street, one of Ridgeland’s busiest and most historic corridors.
By Nell Luter Floyd - Sun Staff Writer on
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Simpson County School District proudly recognizes the classroom winner of this year’s Toys for Tots Toy Challenge, Simpson Central Through the generosity and teamwork of students, teachers, and families, Simpson Central School collected monetary donations and also collected 185 toys to support children in need throughout the community.
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Simpson County School District proudly recognizes the classroom winner of this year’s Toys for Tots Toy Challenge, Simpson Central Through the generosity and teamwork of students, teachers, and families, Simpson Central School collected monetary donations and also collected 185 toys to support children in need throughout the community.
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Simpson County School District proudly recognizes the classroom winner of this year’s Toys for Tots Toy Challenge, Simpson Central Through the generosity and teamwork of students, teachers, and families, Simpson Central School collected monetary donations and also collected 185 toys to support children in need throughout the community.
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Derrick Rucker, 49, passed away on Jan. 8, 2026.
Funeral services will be held on Jan. 17 with Rev. Charlie Latiker officiating under the direction of Century Funeral Home.
Rucker, a gift of light and love, was born on April 10, 1976, in Yazoo City, to the late Barbara Jean Rucker Allen and Leanard Banks. He attended the Yazoo City Public School system, where he was raised. He accepted Christ at an early age at Rose Hill M.B. Church.
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