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Local lake being drained to correct hazard
By MARLAN JONES,
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:23pm
Simpson County Lake is being drained to make repairs to its dam.
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Arrest Reports 1-23-2020
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Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:25pm
The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office reported 17 arrests from January 13 to January 20.
Shawn Anthony Puckett of 196 Sawmill Road Braxton MS was arrested on January 14 and charged with possession of methamphetamine, paraphernalia, and introducing contraband.
Mayor pushes for pod cast
By PAT BROWN,
Wed, 01/22/2020 - 1:41pm
BY PAT BROWN
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From a recent meeting, Mayor Dale Berry reports that many school districts are top heavy in administration.
Lions Club in Magee is known for having good programs
By PAT BROWN,
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:28pm
Well, I snicker a bit when I think why the Magee Lions Club has such good programs. It goes back almost 30 years ago when I moved to Magee. Having been a Lion elsewhere I knew about the fun and good work the club did.
Real Pure Bottling requests exemption
By PAT BROWN,
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:17pm
The Simpson County Board of Supervisors re-approved the original five-year request for ad valorem tax exemption for Real Pure Bottling Company at their last board meeting.
State lacks the clout it once had
By CHARLES DUNAGIN,
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:26pm
The likely November rematch between Cindy Hyde-Smith and Mike Espy for one of Mississippi’s U.S. Senate seats is a reminder that Mississippi lacks the power it once had at the nation’s Capitol.
Martinas Rankin to play in Super Bowl 54
By MARLAN JONES,
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:13pm
For the second year in a row Simpson County will be represented in the Super Bowl.
Black mark on the FBI
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Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:29pm
The banquet hall at the Country Club of Jackson was full to hear writer Andy McCarthy speak at a function hosted by Mississippi Center for Public Policy. McCarthy is a columnist for the National Review and has recently published a book, Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency.
Norman Edgar Hicks Jr.
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Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:37pm
Norman Edgar Hicks Jr, (Snooks)84, of Magee, passed from this life Monday at home in Magee. He was born Friday, February 1, 1935.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Magee.
Joseph Carroll Sellers
Tue, 01/21/2020 - 2:32pm
Joseph Carroll Sellers, 86, of Flowood, Mississippi, passed away Monday, January 13, 2020, at his home in Flowood, Mississippi. He was born Sunday, November 26, 1933.
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School board looks at facility options
Tue, 01/14/2020 - 1:54pm
The board of the Simpson County School District called two special meetings prior to their regular board meeting on Jan. 9, each with a specific purpose. One was to discuss the district’s use of ballfields for high school play in Magee. The second meeting was to discuss the facilities use plan that had been produced by Bailey Consulting.
Sheriff Mullins reports 16 weapons missing
By PAT BROWN,
Tue, 01/07/2020 - 10:51am
A new county official coming on board after last Friday’s swearing in ceremony has prompted questions about missing inventory, specifically confiscated weapons from the Sheriff’s Department.
Arrest Reports 1-2-2020
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Fri, 12/27/2019 - 11:21am
Note: The arrest report was compiled early due to holiday print schedule.
The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office reported 11 arrests from December 20 to December 26.
Three to participate in DYW program
Tue, 01/14/2020 - 1:41pm
The Distinguished Young Women program will be held January 18 at Boswell Auditorium at 7 p.m. with three young women vying for the county’s Distinguished Young Woman 2020.
Tickets are available for purchase at the door for $10.
Underage smokers, dippers and chewers beware!
By PAT BROWN,
Wed, 01/08/2020 - 11:02am
BY PAT BROWN
PUBLISHER
There are several reports of leaks following recent borings as a result of new cable being put in Magee for high speed internet.
Magee addressing leaks from boring
Tue, 01/14/2020 - 2:14pm
Several reports of leaks came to the Magee Board of Aldermen for attention at their recent meeting. The leaks have followed recent borings as a result of new cable being put in Magee for high speed internet.
We are all so much more blessed than we realize
By PAT BROWN,
Fri, 12/27/2019 - 11:56am
One of the things we do because we are so blessed is to try to find folks who have a need we can help meet, and normally that need comes around Christmas.
M’hall adopts liquor sales ordinance
By MARLAN JONES,
Fri, 12/27/2019 - 10:55am
The City of Mendenhall has established Ordinance Number 264 in response to the changes of liquor sales.
Schools to give park to Magee
Tue, 01/14/2020 - 1:44pm
The Simpson County School District may have the final word on the Washington Street Park, which the City of Magee has asked the district to transfer to them.
A state law requires that if a school property no longer serves the needs of the community its ownership will revert to the school district.
Harrisville gets new fire truck to serve community
Fri, 12/27/2019 - 10:52am
Members of the Harrisville Fire Department took possession of a new piece of fire-fighting equipment last Friday afternoon. Those on hand for the event were Chancery Clerk Tommy Joe Harvey, John Ward, Supervisor Danny Craft, Chief Nathan Chain, Supervisor Brian Kennedy , J. R.
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College board missed the mark
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Tue, 10/22/2019 - 2:32pm
Mississippi’s College Board wants us to believe that it had to plead, cajole and beg Dr. Glenn Boyce to come out of retirement and accept the chancellorship at the University of Mississippi.
School board is making the best decision with Greg Paes
Tue, 11/19/2019 - 3:05pm
The Simpson County School Board met Thursday night and, based on what we were able to view, they are using logic and reason to make their decisions, whether you agree with all of them or not.
Emergency Personnel Responds To Accident on Highway 49
Wed, 11/20/2019 - 3:31pm
An accident involving an 18-wheeler and pickup truck is currently stalling traffic on Highway 49 near Mary Grove Church Road. No further information is available at this time. The story will be updated as new information becomes available.
Search Warrant Leads to Drug Arrests
Wed, 07/31/2019 - 4:30pm
Early Wednesday morning July 31st 2019, Simpson County Sheriff’s deputies and officers with the Mendenhall Police Dept. executed a search warrant at a home on Lee Street in Mendenhall.
School board looks at facility options
Tue, 01/14/2020 - 1:54pm
The board of the Simpson County School District called two special meetings prior to their regular board meeting on Jan. 9, each with a specific purpose. One was to discuss the district’s use of ballfields for high school play in Magee. The second meeting was to discuss the facilities use plan that had been produced by Bailey Consulting.
Deputies Investigate Possible Arson
By MARLAN JONES,
Tue, 12/03/2019 - 11:53am
At approximately 10:00 a.m., the Magee Fire Department was called to 217 Scott Harrington Road Mount Olive MS in response to a fire. The page described a possible arson situation involving a male setting fire around a home. Firefighters arrived on the scene accompanied by Simpson County Sheriff’s Deputies.
Missing Person Found
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Thu, 04/25/2019 - 10:14am
Interim Sheriff Greg Reynolds reported on Tuesday April 23 2019, an area search was conducted for Elizabeth Barker. The search was extensive and included several local and state agencies. The search concluded at approximately 8:30 p.m. Barker was found on April 24 at approximately 8:00 a.m. at or near the family home.
Girl Scout Cookies
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Wed, 02/20/2019 - 1:15pm
2019 National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend
Celebrates Iconic Girl-Led Entrepreneurial Program
Customers can power amazing experiences for girls by purchasing Girl Scout Cookies
Substitute messages student
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Mon, 01/28/2019 - 3:29pm
A substitute teacher at Magee High School has reportly made inappropriate contact with a female student via the internet.
Simpson County School District leadership has refused comment, saying that the situation is a personnel matter, which is not subject to public information standards.
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Murder Suspects in Custody
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Wed, 11/20/2019 - 3:40pm
The Simpson County Sheriff’s Department released a statement concerning the ongoing investigation surrounding the murder of Willie G. Davis Jr.
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James David Parker
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Mon, 02/26/2018 - 8:35am
James David Parker, 61, of Huntsville, Texas, died Tuesday at St Mary's Hospital in Cottonwood ID. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 1:00 PM at White Oak Baptist Church. The Burial will follow in White Oak Baptist Church Cemetery. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. (601) 849-5031
Bridgett Ann Carson
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Mon, 02/19/2018 - 3:04pm
Ms. Bridgett Ann Carson, age 51, departed this life February 3, 2018 in Jackson.
A service for Ms. Carson was held Saturday, Feb. 10 at New Vineyard Church, Rained Road, Jackson. Her final resting place is Autumn Woods Cemetery, Northside Drive, Jackson.
Dollie Anderson Toney
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Thu, 02/08/2018 - 8:38am
Dollie Anderson Toney gained her heavenly wings on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She was born on January 28, 1949, to R. C. Anderson and Eunice B. (Welch) Anderson in Magee, MS.
Jettie Mae Craft
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Wed, 02/28/2018 - 8:38am
Jettie Mae Craft, 85, of Magee, Mississippi, died Tuesday at Magee General Hospital. She was born Monday, October 31, 1932.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee.
Johnny T. Tullos
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Tue, 03/13/2018 - 8:45am
Johnny T Tullos, 70, of Braxton, Mississippi, died Monday at Bedford Care Nursing Home in Mendenhall. He was born Tuesday, February 3, 1948.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall.
Benny Harold Prince
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Mon, 03/12/2018 - 8:33am
Benny Harold Prince passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Simpson General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 18, 1935, in Simpson County, to John Berlie Prince and Mary (Heitt) Prince.
Ronnie Pokey Gaylor
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Mon, 03/19/2018 - 2:56pm
Mr. Ronnie Pokey Gaylor, age 61, departed this life on March 7, 2018 at his home in Jackson. Services were held Saturday, March 17 at 11 a.m. at Truevine M.B. Church, Jackson. Mr. Graylor’s final resting place is Autumn Woods Cemetery, Northside Drive, Jackson.
Woman stabbed by boyfriend in Magee
Tue, 11/07/2017 - 1:04pm
The Magee Police Department responded to a situation near 1304 1st Avenue Magee, MS last Friday. Assistant Chief Joey Womack explained that the emergency call was placed by a neighbor detailing a young woman who had sustained multiple stab wounds.
Parents voice concern at recent board meeting
By PAT BROWN,
Wed, 11/14/2018 - 9:15am
The situation with a noose that was tied in a piece of cord at Mendenhall Jr. High had parents and members from the black community up in arms at the school board meeting.
Drive by Shooting in Magee
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Fri, 11/17/2017 - 9:37am
