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Mavericks finish runner up in district tournament

The Manchester Academy Mavericks placed second in the District 2 AA Tournament Saturday.

Ivy Sowell makes a pass in the weekend district tournament where Manchester Academy’s Lady Mavericks captured the district title.

Checking out the impact of library funding cuts

Ricks Memorial Library in Yazoo City is working hard to provide important resources to the community despite budget cuts over the last few years.

Mrs. Leola Dillard celebrates 107 years

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Cookies and Grins

When it is time for cookies and juice at the First United Methodist Church Daycare, the grins aren’t too far behind. Enjoying their afternoon snack are Norman Bond and Kyle Harris.

Yazoo Elite begins season

The Yazoo Elite 10u team began play this month in the Jackson City League.

CPA says city finances look good so far this year

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Wed, 05/06/2015 - 10:17am

Although some city leaders have expressed confusion over the city’s current financial state, figures provided by accountants show everything in line.

Attorney General asked to settle redistricting issue

By JASON PATTERSON,

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Wed, 05/06/2015 - 10:15am

An Attorney General’s opinion will finally settle the question of the lines for District 4 in the upcoming county election.

Convicted sex offender arrested in Tinsley

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Wed, 04/29/2015 - 2:11pm

A convicted sex offender was arrested Saturday after allegedly molesting a child in Tinsley.

County will stop collecting city taxes if city stops providing fire protection

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

Wed, 04/22/2015 - 8:21am

If the city stops providing fire protection to residents of Yazoo County on June 1, the county will stop collecting the city’s taxes at that time as well.

Police officer fired after fight with brother

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Wed, 04/22/2015 - 8:18am

A Yazoo City police officer was fired last week after a family dispute turned violent with shots being fired.

The termination of Sgt. Mike Jones was approved by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen last Friday during a special call meeting.

City to purchase new fire truck

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Wed, 04/22/2015 - 8:17am

Although some city leaders were uneasy about the hefty price tag, the city board agreed to purchase a new fire truck during a special call meeting Friday.