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Happy New Year! 2026 beckons.
Hard to believe it’s that time again. The holiday season is drawing to a close. One more week and then it’s time to tighten the belt and get on with the new year.
At 67, my New Year’s celebrations are getting a little less rowdy and late. When I was young, I wouldn’t even dream about not staying up until midnight to watch the new year roll in. Now it’s a bit less exciting.
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The Methodist Rehabilitation Center recently celebrated its 50th anniversary with a dinner at the Country Club of Jackson. The milestone event brought together founders’ families, board members, staff, patients, and community supporters to honor five decades of innovation, compassion, and life-changing care.
The evening featured patient stories along with keynote speaker Bishop Sharma D. Lewis Logan of the Mississippi United Methodist Conference. Attending were (from left) Shan and Steve Hope.
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The Yazoo City High School Cheerleaders participated in the MHSAA State Cheerleading competition over the weekend. Pictured above from left were, coach Vivian Austin, Talazia Kelly, Makenzie Edwards, Daosha Woods, Anyla Claybon, Joy Brown, Brooklyn Price, Jaylan Sims, Lameisha Edwards, Trenya Davis, Aliya Wise, Zariya McGee, Debreanna Diew, coach Meko Hill, and coach Lynette Garrett. “I’m very proud of the girls and the effort that they have given all season,” said coach Garrett. “This was Yazoo City’s first time competing in several years so it was a learning experience for the girls.
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The Yazoo City High School Cheerleaders participated in the MHSAA State Cheerleading competition over the weekend. Pictured above from left were, coach Vivian Austin, Talazia Kelly, Makenzie Edwards, Daosha Woods, Anyla Claybon, Joy Brown, Brooklyn Price, Jaylan Sims, Lameisha Edwards, Trenya Davis, Aliya Wise, Zariya McGee, Debreanna Diew, coach Meko Hill, and coach Lynette Garrett. “I’m very proud of the girls and the effort that they have given all season,” said coach Garrett. “This was Yazoo City’s first time competing in several years so it was a learning experience for the girls.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
The Yazoo City High School Cheerleaders participated in the MHSAA State Cheerleading competition over the weekend. Pictured above from left were, coach Vivian Austin, Talazia Kelly, Makenzie Edwards, Daosha Woods, Anyla Claybon, Joy Brown, Brooklyn Price, Jaylan Sims, Lameisha Edwards, Trenya Davis, Aliya Wise, Zariya McGee, Debreanna Diew, coach Meko Hill, and coach Lynette Garrett. “I’m very proud of the girls and the effort that they have given all season,” said coach Garrett. “This was Yazoo City’s first time competing in several years so it was a learning experience for the girls.
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When it comes to an unplanned $2.8 million dollar contract, we certainly hope our county leaders do their homework.
The resolution towards an agreement with Upchurch Services LLC was recently brought in before the Yazoo County Board of Supervisors. The project is geared towards updating Yazoo County’s infrastructure into an energy savings model within at least 13 county buildings and facilities.
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When it comes to an unplanned $2.8 million dollar contract, we certainly hope our county leaders do their homework.
The resolution towards an agreement with Upchurch Services LLC was recently brought in before the Yazoo County Board of Supervisors. The project is geared towards updating Yazoo County’s infrastructure into an energy savings model within at least 13 county buildings and facilities.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
When it comes to an unplanned $2.8 million dollar contract, we certainly hope our county leaders do their homework.
The resolution towards an agreement with Upchurch Services LLC was recently brought in before the Yazoo County Board of Supervisors. The project is geared towards updating Yazoo County’s infrastructure into an energy savings model within at least 13 county buildings and facilities.
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Benton Barn Venue proudly presented donation checks to the Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office and Children’s of Mississippi (Batson Children’s Hospital) as a result of proceeds raised from the community event, Christmas at the Barn.
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Benton Barn Venue proudly presented donation checks to the Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office and Children’s of Mississippi (Batson Children’s Hospital) as a result of proceeds raised from the community event, Christmas at the Barn.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
Benton Barn Venue proudly presented donation checks to the Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office and Children’s of Mississippi (Batson Children’s Hospital) as a result of proceeds raised from the community event, Christmas at the Barn.
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The removal of an amphitheater concept from a $12.6 million dollar grant had some city leaders questioning what Yazoo City can truly expect from the RAISE Grant.
“All we are getting are some sidewalks for $12 million dollars,” said Alderwoman Elizabeth Thomas.
However, Alma Jones, the city’s grant manager, said the term “amphitheater” was never specified in the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) Grant application.
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The removal of an amphitheater concept from a $12.6 million dollar grant had some city leaders questioning what Yazoo City can truly expect from the RAISE Grant.
“All we are getting are some sidewalks for $12 million dollars,” said Alderwoman Elizabeth Thomas.
However, Alma Jones, the city’s grant manager, said the term “amphitheater” was never specified in the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) Grant application.
By Jamie Patterson on
3 months 2 weeks ago
The removal of an amphitheater concept from a $12.6 million dollar grant had some city leaders questioning what Yazoo City can truly expect from the RAISE Grant.
“All we are getting are some sidewalks for $12 million dollars,” said Alderwoman Elizabeth Thomas.
However, Alma Jones, the city’s grant manager, said the term “amphitheater” was never specified in the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) Grant application.
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Any sealed bids submitted for the Triangle Cultural Center’s restoration project are slated to be opened at the Jan. 12 city council meeting.
The community crosses its fingers that the highly-anticipated project at the historic building will finally begin after what many are calling five years of continued deterioration and kicking the can down the road.
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Nineteen candidates have qualified for the upcoming Yazoo City elections, including sixteen within the Democratic party and three Independent candidates.
Within the upcoming municipal election, the posts with the most interest are the mayoral post and the Ward 1 alderman seat with six candidates each vying for the posts.
For mayor, Democratic candidates include Ward 2 Alderman Macklyn Austin, Joe Dearman, Ron Johnson and Sir Johnathan Rucker. Independent candidates include Calvin Thomas and Woodrow Walker.
By Jamie Patterson on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Nineteen candidates have qualified for the upcoming Yazoo City elections, including sixteen within the Democratic party and three Independent candidates.
Within the upcoming municipal election, the posts with the most interest are the mayoral post and the Ward 1 alderman seat with six candidates each vying for the posts.
For mayor, Democratic candidates include Ward 2 Alderman Macklyn Austin, Joe Dearman, Ron Johnson and Sir Johnathan Rucker. Independent candidates include Calvin Thomas and Woodrow Walker.
By Jamie Patterson on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Nineteen candidates have qualified for the upcoming Yazoo City elections, including sixteen within the Democratic party and three Independent candidates.
Within the upcoming municipal election, the posts with the most interest are the mayoral post and the Ward 1 alderman seat with six candidates each vying for the posts.
For mayor, Democratic candidates include Ward 2 Alderman Macklyn Austin, Joe Dearman, Ron Johnson and Sir Johnathan Rucker. Independent candidates include Calvin Thomas and Woodrow Walker.
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Members of Jackson Prep’s 2025-2026 varsity boys soccer team include (from left back) Coach Kevin Johns, Michael Owen, Walker Dreher, Patrick Mounger, Robert Fletcher, Edward Hall, Will Ferguson, Mason McCain, Sam Sherman, Gray Hawkins, Baker Farrar, Jude Hayden, Worth McGehee, Sam Smith, Assistant Coach Keelan Pajak, Assistant Coach Matt Smith; and (front) Philip Chiasson, Butler Clark, Royal Catchings, Tyler McCain, Stewart Russ, Rhodes Morgan, Thomas Hewitt Oswalt, Jetson Hollingsworth, Caleb Gutierrez, Jack Zoog, Mac Mozingo. Not pictured: John Trotman Tyra.
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The St. Andrew’s Middle School celebrated the holiday season with a Christmas Sweater Dress Down Day. Participating were (from left) Ruhaani Bedi, Mary Oliver Wadlington, Catherine James, Cilia Penton, Sybil Frame, Sarah Jane Selby, and Harper Black.
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