Home

Refuge to host first fundraiser banquet March 29

Refuge friends pictured from left, are Andrew, Anthony, Dalton, Ken, Tylere, and Leeland.
The Refuge of MS, a day program for adults with special needs, is hosting its first-ever fundraiser banquet later this month.

City seeking new grant for improvements to Booker T

The city is applying for a Community Development Block Grant for public facilities to help fund improvements to the multi-purpose building near the old Booker T. High School.

FLASHBACKS

Tomy Mayo, commander of the Philadelphia American Legion Post, announced here Wednesday that a full-time consultant will be employed to assist returning veterans of World War II.
Sports
Pictured, seated from left are, Bernard Parker, Christopher Rush, and Dylan Graham. Standing in back is football Head Coach Georgio Grace.

Philadelphia High hosts 'Signing Day'

Philadelphia High School recently celebrated the athletic achievements of three outstanding students during its College Signing Day event.

Leake Academy baseball riding big win streak

The Leake Academy baseball team won its eighth straight game since a season-opening loss.

Baseball and softball is in full swing for local teams

Baseball and softball is in full swing for local teams, with several off to hot starts early on in the season.
Obituaries
Funeral services for Frankie P. Harpole will be held from McClain-Hays Chapel at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2025, with the Rev David Storment officiating.
Funeral service for Ms. Sadie Elizabeth Warren-Lyons-Rush will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. from Mt. Nebo M.B. Church with Rev. Michael Pickens officiating. Burial will be at Donald Rest Cemetery.
Funeral service for Ms. Gloria E. Hudson will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. from Goodway M.B. Church with Pastor Willie Rush officiating. Burial will be at Donald Rest Cemetery.
Trending
Two Union men have been arrested and charged with drug trafficking after they were pulled over on Highway 16 east of the Pearl River Resort late Sunday morning.
• Dawaskai Lsha Anderson, 45, of 816 Chestnut St; hold for MDOC
A Neshoba County flight nurse is among the three who died in a medical helicopter crash on Monday northeast of Madison.
The Neshoba County Republican Women’s organization will host a meet-and-greet for candidates in the upcoming District 18 Senate race and Republican municipal candidates during their next meeting on Thursday, March 13.
The Neshoba County Soil & Water Conservation District hosted their 29th Annual Conservation Carnival at the Neshoba County Coliseum on Tuesday, February 18th, Wednesday, February 19th   and …
Special Sections
Progress 2021
Progress 2021
Progress 2021
First Responders
First Responders
First Responders
Breast Cancer Awareness 2021
Breast Cancer Awareness 2021
Breast Cancer Awareness 2021
Football 2021
Football 2021
Football 2021
Friday Fair Times
Friday Fair Times
Friday Fair Times
Editorials

Trump's vision for America

On Tuesday evening, President Donald Trump delivered a powerful and inspiring address to a joint session of Congress, outlining his vision for a resurgent America.

THOMAS/Reparations are a bad idea

People wait for the start of a rally for reparations at the African Burial Ground National Monument on July 23, 2021 in New York City. People gathered for a rally calling on reparations for descendants of formerly enslaved people organized by December 12th Movement, at the African Burial Ground National Monument. The organization is calling on support of the recently passed slavery reparations bill by the New York State Assembly. The bill will form an 11 person committee comprised of lawmakers and people in the community that would decide how reparations will be paid out. The bill will now be voted on by the Senate with the organization calling on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign the bill before the end of the year.
A new law, buried inside an otherwise obscure piece of federal legislation, permits the Washington, D.C., City Council to establish a commission that will give “reparations” to descendants of enslaved people who can demonstrate how slavery and Jim Crow laws have negatively affected their lives.

BIBLE SECTION/1 Peter 3:15

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear
Features

Of Local Interest

In Concert - The Dixie Echoes Sunday, May 4 @ 6:00 PM at Antioch Baptist Church

Schillaci loves to create unique dishes

Lysa Schillaci with her husband, Chris, and grandchildren Walker, Wilder, and Story.
Lysa Schillaci is a self-taught cook with a passion for crafting a variety of dishes, from Italian and Mexican to Asian, French, and soul food.

Just Among Friends

Avery Kate Holland received some exciting news last week!  Her essay won an Honorable Mention from the Eudora Welty Foundation, in partnership with Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, for her essay, “My Constant Companion,” in the Personal Essay & Memoirs category.
Editorials

GETTING THE MESSAGE/The Lord's redeemed people

In the book of Revelation, the Lord gives his redeemed people visions to enlighten them to the spiritual warfare that takes place in the world and in their souls.

Europe's green retreat

President Trump isn’t the only one on a firing spree these days. Across the pond, Britain’s left-wing prime minister, Keir Starmer, is reportedly considering sacking Ed Miliband, the energy security and Net Zero secretary.

THOMAS/Ukraine ministers speaking truth

Does Trump seriously believe he can make a peace deal with Putin by the force of his personality and pressuring Zelenskyy to acquiesce to something not in his country’s best interests?
MORE NEWS
• Dawaskai Lsha Anderson, 45, of 816 Chestnut St; hold for MDOC
A Neshoba County man was sentenced to 45 years as a habitual offender on child sex crime charges this week.
A Neshoba County flight nurse is among the three who died in a medical helicopter crash on Monday northeast of Madison.
Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music and the Ellis Theater announce Chris Stapleton will perform two exclusive fundraiser shows at the historic Ellis Theater in downtown Philadelphia on Saturday, April 12th. 
EARLIER
Choctaw Central girls basketball won their first state title since 2022 on Saturday, dominating Morton 52-31 in the MHSAA 4A championship game.
The Community In Action  of Philadelphia/Neshoba County is sponsoring a “Meet the Candidates” event on March 22 at Westside Park.
The Board of Supervisors approved paying three insurance deductibles despite Sheriff Eric Clark refusing to endorse the payments.
Two people have been arrested for allegedly stealing items dontated for the needy outside a thift store.
After more than 30 years apart, members of the old Crystal River Quartet of Philadelphia finally reunited, sharing laughter, memories, and the unmistakable bond that only lifelong friends and gospel music can create.
A Walnut Grove man remains in custody after leading law enforcement on a 20-mile chase across Neshoba County last Friday morning.
Sgt. Earl E. McLaurin was slightly wounded in action February 13th in Germany according to a message received by his wife Mrs. Sybil Stribling McLaurin of Bay Street, Philadelphia, Monday.
Trending

Pair arrested with drugs near casinos

Otis George McDougle
Two Union men have been arrested and charged with drug trafficking after they were pulled over on Highway 16 east of the Pearl River Resort late Sunday morning.
Editorials

BIBLE SECTION/Joshua 1:9

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions