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The second annual Christmas Luncheon hosted by the Mendenhall Mayoral Health Council was a success, thanks to the help of local sponsors.
, The second annual Christmas Luncheon hosted by the Mendenhall Mayoral Health Council was a success, thanks to the help of local sponsors.
The Mendenhall Mayoral Health Council hosted its second annual Community Christmas Luncheon on December 19, providing a free holiday meal for residents of Mendenhall and surrounding communities.
The event focused on ensuring that individuals and families were able to enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner during the holiday season.The luncheon was made possible through the support of local sponsors and community partners.
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Members of the Mendenhall Business Women's Club met to wrap gifts for the four families they assisted for Christmas 2025. They are, seated, from left, Jennifer Walker, Shannon Welch, Amanda Broadhead and Lauren Barnes; standing, from left, Kim Smith, Judy Lee, Michelle Adcox, Jeanie Gregory and Melissa Sullivan.
Amanda Broadhead cannot recall a time when her mother Janella Lee was not a member of the Mendenhall Business Women’s Club. Broadhead joined two years ago and recently several other younger women have joined MBWC, bringing new ideas and talents.
As a result of the organization’s work, four families in need – 20 people – in the Mendenhall area were at the receiving end of the MBWC this Christmas through the club’s new fundraiser – Holiday Magic – held in conjunction with the annual Tour of Homes. The event was well supported by local merchants and residents alike.
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Members of the Mendenhall Business Women's Club met to wrap gifts for the four families they assisted for Christmas 2025. They are, seated, from left, Jennifer Walker, Shannon Welch, Amanda Broadhead and Lauren Barnes; standing, from left, Kim Smith, Judy Lee, Michelle Adcox, Jeanie Gregory and Melissa Sullivan.
Amanda Broadhead cannot recall a time when her mother Janella Lee was not a member of the Mendenhall Business Women’s Club. Broadhead joined two years ago and recently several other younger women have joined MBWC, bringing new ideas and talents.
As a result of the organization’s work, four families in need – 20 people – in the Mendenhall area were at the receiving end of the MBWC this Christmas through the club’s new fundraiser – Holiday Magic – held in conjunction with the annual Tour of Homes. The event was well supported by local merchants and residents alike.
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Members of the Mendenhall Business Women's Club met to wrap gifts for the four families they assisted for Christmas 2025. They are, seated, from left, Jennifer Walker, Shannon Welch, Amanda Broadhead and Lauren Barnes; standing, from left, Kim Smith, Judy Lee, Michelle Adcox, Jeanie Gregory and Melissa Sullivan.
Amanda Broadhead cannot recall a time when her mother Janella Lee was not a member of the Mendenhall Business Women’s Club. Broadhead joined two years ago and recently several other younger women have joined MBWC, bringing new ideas and talents.
As a result of the organization’s work, four families in need – 20 people – in the Mendenhall area were at the receiving end of the MBWC this Christmas through the club’s new fundraiser – Holiday Magic – held in conjunction with the annual Tour of Homes. The event was well supported by local merchants and residents alike.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Green Oak Florist and Garden Center recently hosted its 65th Annual Open House at the Old Canton Road location in Jackson. Shoppers were provided with food, door prizes, photos with Santa, children’s activities, and local vendors. Shoppers were also given an exclusive look at holiday decor and inspiration. Attending were (from left) Allyson, Melissa and Lily Ann Ward.
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Brett Duncan with Prince CPA brought budget updates to the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen during the meeting Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
The Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday, December 16, for their final regular meeting of 2025.
City Attorney Wesla Sullivan was acting secretary as City Clerk Jon Styron was absent.
Mayor Mark Grubbs gave a quick run through on work projects. Well #4 repairs are still awaiting a replacement pump. Maintenance and rehabilitation is underway at the lift station on Highway 49 S.
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Brett Duncan with Prince CPA brought budget updates to the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen during the meeting Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
The Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday, December 16, for their final regular meeting of 2025.
City Attorney Wesla Sullivan was acting secretary as City Clerk Jon Styron was absent.
Mayor Mark Grubbs gave a quick run through on work projects. Well #4 repairs are still awaiting a replacement pump. Maintenance and rehabilitation is underway at the lift station on Highway 49 S.
By Beth Pudas on
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Brett Duncan with Prince CPA brought budget updates to the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen during the meeting Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
The Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday, December 16, for their final regular meeting of 2025.
City Attorney Wesla Sullivan was acting secretary as City Clerk Jon Styron was absent.
Mayor Mark Grubbs gave a quick run through on work projects. Well #4 repairs are still awaiting a replacement pump. Maintenance and rehabilitation is underway at the lift station on Highway 49 S.
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Green Oak Florist and Garden Center recently hosted its 65th Annual Open House at the Old Canton Road location in Jackson. Shoppers were provided with food, door prizes, photos with Santa, children’s activities, and local vendors. Shoppers were also given an exclusive look at holiday decor and inspiration. Attending were (from left) Ruth Johnson, Judy Bass.
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What a glorious Christmas this was weather wise. For almost an entire week, temperatures shot up into the mid-70s with mild winds and no rain. What a treat.
Several of these days neared the all-time 180-year record highs for those dates. Folks flocked outdoors and the walking trails were full of families getting exercise and enjoying God’s beauty.
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Dwight Gene Cole, 79 of Brandon, MS passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 at his residence in Brandon, MS. He was born Thursday, November 7, 1946 in Magee, Mississippi.
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Ruby Joyce Jones, age 84 of Magee, passed from this life to her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born in Magee, Mississippi, on July 25, 1941, to Hillon Ainsworth and Ruby Gay Sullivan.
Joyce was born and raised in Mize, MS. She married her husband, James Marcus Jones, and they moved to the Martinville Community in Simpson County. They became active members of the community and started their lives together, raising their family. She was a faithful member of Old Good Hope Primitive Baptist Church.
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William Randall Roberts, 69 of Mendenhall, MS passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. He was born Monday, June 18, 1956 in Jackson, Mississippi.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 1:30 P.M. at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Mendenhall, MS. Bro. Vernon Connerly will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401.
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Charley David Cumberland, 72 of Mendenhall, Mississippi passed away Monday, December 22, 2025 at the Brandon Nursing and Rehab Center in Brandon, Mississippi. He was born Friday, September 25, 1953 in Meridian, Mississippi.
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Danny Dewayne Ferguson, Sr., 68 of Magee, MS passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 at his home in Magee, MS. He was born Saturday, September 14, 1957 in Philadelphia, Mississippi.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2025 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Green Oak Florist and Garden Center recently hosted its 65th Annual Open House at the Old Canton Road location in Jackson. Shoppers were provided with food, door prizes, photos with Santa, children’s activities, and local vendors. Shoppers were also given an exclusive look at holiday decor and inspiration. Attending were (from left) Lucas Posey, Michael Jones.
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George Clifton McWilliams, 83 of Mendenhall, MS passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at the Magee General Hospital in Magee, MS. He was born Friday, February 27, 1942 in Simpson County, MS.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2025 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Green Oak Florist and Garden Center recently hosted its 65th Annual Open House at the Old Canton Road location in Jackson. Shoppers were provided with food, door prizes, photos with Santa, children’s activities, and local vendors. Shoppers were also given an exclusive look at holiday decor and inspiration. Attending were (from left) Betty Ezelle, Sibyl Ross, Patty Horton, Lynda Alman, Barbara McDonald.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2025 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Green Oak Florist and Garden Center recently hosted its 65th Annual Open House at the Old Canton Road location in Jackson. Shoppers were provided with food, door prizes, photos with Santa, children’s activities, and local vendors. Shoppers were also given an exclusive look at holiday decor and inspiration. Attending were (from left) Carol Andersen, Monique Champagne.
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The intersection on Highway 49 N at the Shell station south of Magee has reopened. Construction is still ongoing but traffic may now exit to the frontage road from the highway in both directions at the Shell station.
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