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Philadelphia has a brand new Belhaven University alum! Grace Sanders graduated from Belhaven in December with a Bachelor of Science degree after three-and-a-half years of constant effort. She finished her four-year degree in less time with determination and perseverance (and lots of coffee).
Her parents are Dave and Candace Cochran Sanders. Philadelphia grandparents are David and Priscilla Vowell Sanders. Congratulations!
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The Neshoba Central High School and Middle School choruses presented their annual Christmas Concert on the evening of December 15 in the Neshoba Central School District Gym.
The concert, "Christmas 2020: A Year to Remember", included a variety of Christmas music with solos by several members of both choruses. Some of the selections included, "Feliz Navidad," "Light a Candle," "The Little Drummer Boy", and other seasonal songs. The audience enjoyed this outstanding performance and many felt their spirits uplifted by the Christmas music.
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East Central Community College has released the names of those students whose academic performance during the Fall Semester earned them a place on the Dean's or the President's Lists for 2020.
Philadelphia students on the President's List are: Cheyenne Doty, Braydon Harris, Savannah Jones, Malina Mangrum, Mason Payne, Ashley Savell, Anna Sistrunk, and Keyton Thomas.
Those on the Dean's List are: Olivia Adams, Makalyn Alex, Maliah Black, Anna Blair, Hailey Burrage, Bradley Collins, Peyton Farmer, Olivia Ferguson, Griffin Gentry, Mary Hall, Phillips Hines, Bailey Howard, Breanna Lasiloo, Terria McGinnis, Noah Pickett, Elizabeth Roark, Randi Roberts, Spicey Scales, Kristina Taylor, Lucas Thomas, Andrew Timmons, Ronnie Very, and Vivian York.
Congratulations to each and every one of these students who have put forth much effort and work to meet the requirements for these honors.
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A gigantic Happy Birthday to Mazell Skinner who reached the remarkable age of 96 on December 15. According to sources, she can work circles around her younger family members. She is an amazing example of a life well-lived. Congratulations and best wishes.
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A Philadelphia Tornado will become a member of the Tide in the fall! Kardarius Calloway signed with the University of Alabama on National Early Signing Day, December 16. His Philadelphia family, fans, and classmates are so proud of him. Congratulations and best wishes for your future. It looks bright and RED!
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Neshoba Central Middle School 7th grade students participated in a NCMS Career Exploration event recently. Guest speakers from the medical and legal fields gave an overview of their respective areas. Students were introduced to the actual work involved in these careers.
The Honorable Judge Joseph Kilgore wore his robes of office and spoke to the students about what a judge's duties involve as well as answered questions from the students. Mr. Wade White, who is a lawyer, talked about what might be required of a lawyer and answered questions. The students enjoyed listening to real people talking about their careers. The Career Exploration event is the beginning of educating young people about what is available as a possible career
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I baked sugar cookies today and as I rolled out the dough, I thought of my mother who did the same thing so very long ago. I used her rolling pin which she used for as long as I can remember. It is a heavy wooden rolling pin which is well seasoned from years of use. I cut Christmas trees and bells with the same aluminum cutters with red handles that we used as children. I used this rolling pin and the cookie cutters to make Christmas cookies for many years with my daughter, Candler. It was something we enjoyed doing together each year.
There are many cherished memories that are evoked by that rolling pin. I am so thankful that I had such wonderful parents and a big sister who was my star. My brother is still taking care of me, long-distance, and for this I am so grateful. He is so precious to me.
Merry Christmas to all of you and your precious families. I hope you have a joyous holiday season in spite of everything that has caused us all distress and anxiety. God bless you.
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