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Judith Baldwin Howard, 84, of Jackson, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Jackson. She was born December 28, 1941, to Leland and Bernice Howard in Vicksburg. Judith will be remembered as a devoted and accomplished woman whose life reflected steadfast purpose and quiet strength.
Judith was a pioneering professional, serving as a Chartered Financial Analyst at Howard and McInnis for about 10 years. She was the first female Chartered Analyst in Mississippi, a distinction that stands as a lasting testament to her determined and trailblazing spirit.
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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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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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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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Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Felts Walker, 84, of Florence, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026.
Mrs. Mary was born on July 15, 1941, and was the middle daughter of seven children born to Ellis, Sr. and Mary Berry Felts in Simpson County, MS. She was raised on a farm in Simpson County. A 1959 graduate of Harrisville High School, Mary was
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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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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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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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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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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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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF)’s Hope Gala was held at the Westin in downtown Jackson. The evening started with cocktails, a reception and silent auction. The dinner, live auction and Fund a Cure followed with an After-Party later that evening.
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Judith Baldwin Howard, 84, of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi. Born December 28, 1941, to Leland and Bernice Howard in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Judith will be remembered as a devoted and accomplished woman whose life reflected steadfast purpose and quiet strength.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF)’s Hope Gala was held at the Westin in downtown Jackson. The evening started with cocktails, a reception and silent auction. The dinner, live auction and Fund a Cure followed with an After-Party later that evening.
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Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF)’s Hope Gala was held at the Westin in downtown Jackson. The evening started with cocktails, a reception and silent auction. The dinner, live auction and Fund a Cure followed with an After-Party later that evening.
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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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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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Delta State University congratulates students named to the fall 2025 President's List. These students achieved a 3.80 or better GPA, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
Local students include Shelby Allen, of Bentonia, a Health Care Administration major; and Elizabeth Carpenter, of Yazoo City, a Accountancy major.
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Delta State University congratulates students named to the fall 2025 President's List. These students achieved a 3.80 or better GPA, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
Local students include Shelby Allen, of Bentonia, a Health Care Administration major; and Elizabeth Carpenter, of Yazoo City, a Accountancy major.
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