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Kyle Wallace Memorial Scholarship winners

Four local students were recently awarded the Kyle Wallace Memorial Scholarship. Pictured are Kyana Greer, Jamie Wallace, Kalyn Young, Tolar Purvis and Hayes Bardwell.

County school leaders embark on new initiative

A partnership has developed among the Yazoo County School District and the community it serves during the tenure of Dr. Ken Barron.

And it’s a partnership meant to be.

A Banking Pioneer: the journey of BankPlus and Bryan Jones

When Bryan Jones first entered into the banking business, he admits that he was nervous that he didn’t know what he was doing.

Moving forward with the Chamber of Commerce

It has been two years since Kiristi Mills took the helm of the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce, and she remains committed to moving Yazoo forward.

City pool to open within a week

Thanks to an outpouring of community support, the local swimming pool is anticipated to open within the next week.

Economic growth becoming a reality in Yazoo County

Things are looking bright for Yazoo County with many programs, funding and improvements heading its way thanks to the diligence of county leaders.

Willie Morris Parkway nearing completion

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Wed, 05/25/2016 - 9:03am

The Willie Morris Parkway is nearing its completion with the project being over 90 percent finished.

Wayne Morrison, city engineer, provided the city council with an update during its Monday open meeting.

Training request sparks debate

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Wed, 05/25/2016 - 8:37am

A request for a city employee to attend a waste water management training session erupted into an argument during Monday’s city council meeting.

Travel request renews debate

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Wed, 05/25/2016 - 8:36am

Following one disagreement over whether a city employee should attend a training course, another travel request by that same employee sparked another argument among city leaders.

Flower pot theft suspect planted in jail

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Fri, 05/20/2016 - 5:32pm

A woman suspected of stealing nearly $500 worth of plants was arrested Thursday after investigators recognized her familiar face.

Police chief gives update on department

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Fri, 05/20/2016 - 5:31pm

Into his second year as Yazoo City’s police chief, Jeff Curtis said his department has made improvements and continues to look for ways to be a positive presence within the community.

Johnson to join CVB Board, Kraft and Andrews joining Parks & Rec

By JASON PATTERSON,

Wed, 05/18/2016 - 9:45am

A local restaurant owner who has provided a significant boost to the revitalization of downtown Yazoo City is the newest member of the Yazoo Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors.