Of Local Interest
NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR EXHIBIT HALL SIGN UP
Come by the MSU Extension Service-Neshoba County office and pick up your entry forms, entry tags and exhibitor number for the Neshoba County Fair Exhibit Hall. Youth ages 8-18 can enter items in the categories of fresh fruits and vegetables, field crops, food preservation, food-nutrition, posters, and arts and crafts. Adult categories include fresh fruits and vegetables, field crops, food preservation, and cultural arts. The deadline to pick up your entry forms, tags and exhibitor number is Friday, July 16. Call 601-656-4011 or come by the Extension Service office in the Neshoba County Coliseum for more information.
DEARING FAMILY REUNION
The annual Dearing Family Reunion will be the fourth Sunday in July, July 25th beginning at 10 AM at the Mississippi Christian Service Camp, Decatur MS. Bring a covered dish, any Family Pictures you wish to share and written family information updates. For more information call 601-482-4534. Please leave a message if no answer, I'll try to get back to you as soon as possible. Web Address: www.dearingfamily.com
CEMETERY UPKEEP
If anyone is interested in the upkeep of the Martin McNeil Cemetery, then please send donations to Ann Pinter, 12451 Rd 101.
NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR LIVESTOCK
SIGN UP
Come by the MSU Extension Service-Neshoba County office and pick up your entry form and rules and regulations book for the Neshoba County Fair Livestock Shows. Youth ages 8-18 can enter in events of Beef Show, Dairy Show, and Sheep and Goat Show. The deadline to enter is Friday, July 16. Call 601-656-4011 or come by the Extension Service office in the Neshoba County Coliseum for more information. You must enroll in 4H to enter.
BIBLE STUDY
Gatherings on Tuesday nights, 7 p.m. at the Philadelphia Thrifty Nickel. Stay inspired by the Word of the Lord. Come join us as we dive into “Learning the Bible” with Speaker Bro. Ricky Rogers. Be renewed by the Bible.
Mount Ary Baptist Church Homecoming and Memorial Service
The Mount Ary Baptist Church will have their Homecoming and Memorial Service on Sunday July 18, 2021. Sunday School will begin at 9 AM, Morning Worship will begin at 10 AM. Memorial Services will begin at 11:30 AM followed by a fellowship meal. Revival services on Sunday July 18 beginning at 6 PM. Rev. David Edwards of Gary, Ind will be the guest minister. The public is invited.
Gray Reunion
The Gray reunion (descendants of Charles and Emma Gray) will be held at the Neshoba County Coliseum on July 11, 2021. It will start at 10 AM. Potluck lunch will be at noon. Bring your family and enjoy the fellowship. See you there!
Watkins Family Reunion
The Watkins Family Reunion - Descendants of Luther C. Watkins and Della James White Watkins are invited to celebrate on July 10th at Macedonia Revival Center north of Philadelphia from 11 AM until late afternoon. Bring your favorite dish for a potluck and any old family photos you may have.
NARFE MEETING
The Central MS Chapter 1251 of NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees) will resume its monthly meeting on July 7, 2021, at 11:30 A. M. at Ronnie’s Steak and Grill, 734 Pecan Avenue, Philadelphia, MS 39350. All active and retired federal employees and guests are invited to attend. For additional information about the meeting, please call 601-416-1053.