Just Among Friends
During commencement ceremonies at the University of Mississippi Medical Center's Jackson campus which were held at the Mississippi Coliseum, Ginger Vowell Flake received her Master of Science in Nursing and Health Care Administration diploma. Three years of hard work culminated in the completion of an advanced degree. Ginger also has a Bachelor of Nursing degree from the University of Southern Mississippi.
With the encouragement and support from her husband, Jordan, and her two sons, Jack and Hunt, along with her parents, David and Brenda Vowell, and her brothers, Craig and the Reverend Chris Vowell, Ginger decided to pursue a graduate degree. She credits her success to all of their cheering her on, standing by during difficult times, and all of their help.
According to Ginger, "The absolute BEST ending to the hardest 3 years of my life!" She is so thankful to her family for all they have done to see that she finished her degree. Her proud husband, sons, parents, and her brothers, were in the audience to watch Ginger walk across the stage on May 28!
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Congratulations to Robert and Cathy Tolbert who celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 9. They have two daughters, Jill and Robin, two sons-in law, and four grandchildren whose lives they enjoy being a part of.
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Jim Hicks was honored recently by the Columbus Soccer Organization/Columbus United Soccer Club. He was named "Todd Fishel Memorial Coach of the Year" for Columbus United. Jim coaches the U12 Boys' Soccer Team. His proud parents are Danny and Regina Hicks. Congratulations!
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Happy Anniversary to Max and Virginia West who celebrated 67 years of marriage on Sunday, June 5th Their daughters are so proud of their love and devotion to each other. This is a wonderful milestone in their lives. Congratulations!
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An adorable baby girl, Price Caroline Waltman made her entrance into the world on May 23rd! Her overjoyed parents, Cecily Kate and Lane Poole Waltman, welcomed her with open arms! She has two furry family members who seem to think she is precious! Her Philadelphia grandmother is Kim Yates Price who is so excited! Congratulations!
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Exciting News! A former Philadelphia Tornado football player, Fred McAfee, is a 2022 New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Inductee! We are so proud of him and so very happy for him.
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Two Neshoba Central Middle School students, Avery Kate Holland and Izzie May, were selected to attend the Middle School All-State Band Camp. Congratulations!
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Congratulations to Lee McCall, CEO of Neshoba General Hospital! He received the PAC Award during the Mississippi Hospital Association's Grassroots Champion Award during the organization's PAC Breakfast at the MHA Leadership Conference on June 9.
The award recognizes hospital leaders who most effectively educate elected officials on how major issues affect the hospital's vital role in the community, who have done an exemplary and who are tireless advocates for hospitals, and their patients. Lee does an outstanding job of making our hospital a great one. We are so fortunate to have him and all of those who contribute to providing excellent health care. Thank you!
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Florine Holmes recently attended her Eastside Saint Louis Senior High School 45th Class Reunion. There were over 700 graduates in that class which was the largest and most prosperous class in the school's history. She enjoyed visiting with her classmates, old friends, and places from her high school days.
Florine is a native of East St. Louis who moved to Philadelphia. She and her husband, Wendell Holmes, Sr., have raised a lovely family and are now enjoying their grandchildren. They are active in their church and the community.
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Happy 32nd Wedding Anniversary to John and Kim Kilpatrick Rea! The couple was married at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Philadelphia on June 8. Best Wishes for many more happy years together!