Just Among Friends
Congratulations to Will and Caitlin Nicole Graham who welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Ruthie Kate Graham, on Thursday, June 22, 2022. She weighed 7 pounds and 8 ounces of absolute sweetness. Her big sister and big brother are looking forward to getting acquainted with their precious tiny sister.
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When the Carnival ship Ecstasy left the Port of Mobile recently, it carried two very excited people. Pat and Carol Harmon Fiedler, who were celebrating their 32nd wedding anniversary with a five-day cruise.
The couple had such a wonderful time cruising on this delightful ship. They visited Cozumel and Progresso/Yucatan. One of the highlights was a tour of the Mayan ruins with its temples and interesting surroundings. It was beautiful! Congratulations and Happy Anniversary!
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An Independence Day Flower Show sponsored by the Neshoba County Master Gardeners was held on Thursday, June 29 in the main hallway at the Neshoba County Courthouse. Arrangements were on display in the Courthouse through Friday.
The categories for arrangements were, Born in the USA (Native Flowers); Coming to America (Imports or Exotics); and Living in the USA (Potted Plants). Sharon Deweese was a judge for the show which was open to everyone. There were many beautiful arrangements reflecting the local talented floral designers from our county.
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Casa Karma Private Villa and Event Space in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, was the site for the destination wedding of Laurel Allen and Ryan Corbin on June 27 The couple’s family and friends made the trip to the wedding to celebrate with them.
The setting was perfect for the occasion with lush tropical scenery, a gorgeous beach ceremony, and lots of flowers. Laurel looked stunning in a fabulous lace gown with a chapel train. A reception was held following the ceremony and dancing to live music was such fun.
Laurel is the daughter of Philadelphians, Betsy Stewart Allen and Robin Allen. The couple resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Congratulations and best wishes!
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Leake Academy student Miriam Prince was invited to a Mississippi State University basketball practice where she also met Sam Purcell, Head Coach of the Women’s basketball team and his staff. He was professional and inspirational. The staff and players were so kind to Miriam who, according to her farther, Philip Prince, smiled the whole time! Miriam is a talented, outstanding member of the Lady Rebels basketball team and an upcoming senior at Leake Academy.
Miriam was fortunate to be one of the few students to have the experience she had at MSU. Most people do not realize all of the hours she has put in just to get an invitation. The things she has learned during her basketball career will transfer into her life after the game is over. That’s a win, according to her father.
Her very proud parents are Philip and Valeria Prince who are not only proud of her basketball talents, but also because she is a “good kid.” Her grandparents are Jimmy and Phyllis Prince. Congratulations!
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Congratulations to Lynn and Brenda Yates who celebrated their 49th Wedding Anniversary on June 30. Lynn always likes to surprise Brenda on special occasions. This time it was a night at the Anchuca B&B in Vicksburg on their way to pick up two of their very special grandchildren. They had a perfect breakfast served to them that morning before they left. It was a wonderful surprise!
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The National Youth Cutting Horse Association WORLD FINALS will be held soon in Fort Worth, Texas. Three entrants from Neshoba County: Cody Cain, Annie Kate White, and Taylor Allen, will compete on their amazing horses. It is a great honor to make the final cut to compete in the World Finals. These three young people have worked hard to earn their chances to ride in this competition. They have practiced and trained their horses to respond to their commands.
It is an awesome sight to see how well each one does on horseback during their practice sessions. Good luck to each and every one of these fine you people.
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Wendell Holmes, Sr. and his wife, Florine Holmes, celebrated 45 years of marriage on July 2nd. They are longtime residents of Philadelphia and raised their children here. Florine is well known for always looking lovely in everything she wears. They are enjoying retirement, traveling and visits from their grandchildren. Congratulations!
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Congratulations to the Neshoba County Middle School Beta Club for receiving several awards at the National Beta Convention recently in Nashville. These awards were: Presley Byrd, Apparel Design 1st Place; Sloane Blackstock, Brayden Copeland, Lillie Linkins, and Charlie Moran, 3rd Place, Reimagine, Recreate, Recycle competition. The club members also collected 240 items for Nashville Cares. The NCMS District expressed thanks to the parents who chaperoned and assisted the students with displaying their projects.
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Tank and Taylor Hardy of Collinsville welcomed their twins, Lily May weighing 5lbs. and 3 oz, and Liam, weighing 6lbs. and 2 oz. Their Philadelphia grandmother is Sheila Mcallister. Mother and babies are doing fine! Congratulations!