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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.

Faith-based events planned to bring community together

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:10pm

A number of faith-based events are in store over the next few months in an effort to unite the Yazoo community through prayer and fellowship.

Aldermen seek fairness in nominations process

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:08pm

An alderman said it’s time for equal ward representation on the city’s various committees and boards.

Alderman Ron Johnson said he is not pleased with the way the Board of Mayor and Aldermen conducts its nomination process.

Man calls deputies, gets felony DUI

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:07pm

If you call deputies for assistance, it might help if you are not three times over the legal drinking limit.

Billy Westbrook was charged with a felony DUI.

Deputies make a pair of drug arrests

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:06pm

Deputies were able to take a large amount of drugs off the streets with two recent arrests.

A traffic stop along Highway 432 led to the discovery of a large amount of cocaine.

Sheriff’s Department makes burglary arrest

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:04pm

An assortment of stolen goods and a stolen vehicle were recovered by Yazoo County deputies this week in two separate arrests.

Willie Williams was charged with burglary after he confessed to a burglary in rural Yazoo County to deputy Corey Freeman.

Naked Mann arrested after rampage

By AMANDA SEXTON FERGUSON AND JASON PATTERSON,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:03pm

Shawn Mann is well known to Yazoo law enforcement officers with a history of drug-related incidents.

Now Winona authorities are familiar with him as well – probably more familiar than they would like.

Delays on parkway construction, Wal-Mart

By VERNON SIKES,

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Fri, 05/15/2015 - 2:01pm

Construction workers on the Willie Morris Parkway have packed up and moved for now, but they will be back.

City questions park funds earmarked for bathroom repairs

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

Fri, 05/08/2015 - 1:15pm

Although the Parks and Recreation Department continues to operate within its tight budget, there was some concern over county officials directing how some funds should be spent.

County Schools adjust to state budget cuts

By VERNON SIKES,

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Fri, 05/08/2015 - 1:14pm

By VERNON SIKES

Herald Correspondent

City appoints new board members to PSC, parks

By JAMIE PATTERSON,

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Wed, 05/06/2015 - 10:19am

City leaders made appointments to the Public Service Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission boards last week .

Marcus Straughter will serve on the Parks and Recreation Board, and Johnny Wilson will serve on the PSC Board.

Today's Top Stories

Faith-based events planned to bring community together

Aldermen seek fairness in nominations process

Man calls deputies, gets felony DUI

Deputies make a pair of drug arrests

Sheriff’s Department makes burglary arrest

Naked Mann arrested after rampage

Delays on parkway construction, Wal-Mart

City questions park funds earmarked for bathroom repairs

County Schools adjust to state budget cuts

City appoints new board members to PSC, parks

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