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A Survivor’s Story - Veronica Cook
By BETH PUDAS
Tue,09/30/25-8:00PM , 2,008 Reads
*This is the first in a series of articles on breast cancer survivors in recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Veronica Cook, 63, is a 10-year breast cancer survivor who knows she has a purpose for the journey she has taken.
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Business In Review - Kountry Kitchen Now Open in D’Lo
By BETH PUDAS
Thu,09/25/25-9:00AM , 5,723 Reads
Kountry Kitchen in D’Lo, MS offers a wide variety of freshly cooked vegetables the old fashioned way. Owner Carolyn Chapman pours her heart and soul into the veggies every day she is open.
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Andy and Leslie Gipson are greeted by host Gloria Lucas at the McAlpin House for Gipson's official first fundraiser as he campaigns for governor of Mississippi. The sign was a gift made by Doug Lucas, Gloria's son.

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Gipson in race
By BETH PUDAS
Wed,09/17/25-7:00AM , 852 Reads
Andy Gipson held his first official fundraiser in Magee Tuesday evening, September 9 at The McAlpin House to kick off his campaign for governor in 2027. About 100 citizens attended.
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The Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen discussed and accepted a new right of way ordinance for the city as the city did not have one in place. It will remain on file two weeks before presentation for final approval. Pictured left to right Aldermen Sue Honea, Allyson Berch, Lawana Thompson, Mayor Mark Grubbs, Suzie Bourn, Julian Bourn and City Attorney Wesla Sullivan.

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Veterans Day parade reinstated
By BETH PUDAS
Tue,09/16/25-1:57PM , 2,081 Reads
When the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen met Monday, September 15, 2025, Mayor Mark Grubbs announced that the city will reinstate the Veterans Day Parade.
The parade will be held on Tuesday, November 11. Grubbs is working locally with Holly Williams and the Army National Guard in Hattiesburg, MS, to plan the event.
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