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1. National Guard conducting Sentry South exercises until March 6
Mississippi residents could see military activity in the skies over the next two weeks.
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
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Mississippi State University congratulates students named to the fall 2025 Deans' List.
Students named to the Deans' List at Mississippi State must have achieved a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
The following local students attained this honor and are listed by name and hometown:
• Joshua Youngblood, of Coldwater.
• Kace Holmes, of Coldwater.
• Robyn Warrington, of Coldwater.
• Canon Caldwell, of Sarah.
By The Tate Record on
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More than 550 training schools for commercial driver’s licenses have been closed, the U.S. Department of Transportation says.
Following 1,400 sting operations by 300 investigators across all 50 states, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found many lacked qualified instructors, had fake addresses, and did not properly train prospective drivers for things such as transporting hazardous materials.
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square on
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New data about the economic costs of excessive civil litigation in Louisiana shows consumers in the state bearing an increasing burden, with lawsuit abuse causing an annual “tort tax” of $1,180 per person and yearly job losses exceeding 45,000.
By Michael Carroll - The Center Square on
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Louisiana has received a major federal disaster declaration following a severe winter storm that battered the northern part of the state with ice, extreme cold and widespread utility outages in January.
The declaration approves federal assistance for nine parishes – Bienville, DeSoto, East Carroll, Franklin, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas and West Carroll – allowing state and local governments to seek reimbursement for debris removal, emergency response costs and infrastructure repairs.
By Nolan McKendry - The Center Square on
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Louisiana has received a major federal disaster declaration following a severe winter storm that battered the northern part of the state with ice, extreme cold and widespread utility outages in January.
The declaration approves federal assistance for nine parishes – Bienville, DeSoto, East Carroll, Franklin, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas and West Carroll – allowing state and local governments to seek reimbursement for debris removal, emergency response costs and infrastructure repairs.
By Nolan McKendry - The Center Square on
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Louisiana residents enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can no longer use their benefits to buy soft drinks, energy drinks or candy starting Wednesday, as the state launches a two-year pilot it says is aimed at nudging families toward healthier groceries.
By Nolan McKendry - The Center Square on
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Louisiana residents enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can no longer use their benefits to buy soft drinks, energy drinks or candy starting Wednesday, as the state launches a two-year pilot it says is aimed at nudging families toward healthier groceries.
By Nolan McKendry - The Center Square on
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Dana A. Williams, who grew up in Tallulah, has been nominated for a 2026 NAACP Image Award for her book, “Toni at Random: The Iconic Writer’s Legendary Editorship.”
The book is nominated in the Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/Autobiography category for the 2026 NAACP Image Awards.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
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Dana A. Williams, who grew up in Tallulah, has been nominated for a 2026 NAACP Image Award for her book, “Toni at Random: The Iconic Writer’s Legendary Editorship.”
The book is nominated in the Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/Autobiography category for the 2026 NAACP Image Awards.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
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The Madison Parish Police Jury approved multiple items and heard updates on infrastructure and youth programs during its Feb. 9 meeting at the Madison Parish Courthouse. All jurors were present for the meeting.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
1 month 1 week ago
The Madison Parish Police Jury approved multiple items and heard updates on infrastructure and youth programs during its Feb. 9 meeting at the Madison Parish Courthouse. All jurors were present for the meeting.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
1 month 1 week ago
The Madison Parish Police Jury approved multiple items and heard updates on infrastructure and youth programs during its Feb. 9 meeting at the Madison Parish Courthouse. All jurors were present for the meeting.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
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SHERIFF’S REPORTS
Allen Vaughan Tallulah, DOB 7/13/93 Domestic Abuse Battery, Violation of Protection Order
Jarmarcus Ballett Tallulah, DOB 7/21/06 Illegal Carrying of Weapons, Poss. of Firearm or Alcoholic Beverage Outlet
Kash Robertson Tallulah, DOB 8/7/07 Obstruction or Interference with Members of Staff Faculty or Student, Simple Battery
Dandruis Sims Tallulah, DOB 7/24/05 Aggravated Assault w/a Firearm
By Journal Staff - Madison Journal on
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Both the Grenada High School Chargers and Lady Chargers were both in a win or go home situation last week at the Class 6A, Region 1 Tournament hosted at South Panola High School.
Kendrick Conley’s girls opened played against Saltillo last Tuesday and cruised to a 70-39 victory, moving them to the semifinals. There, they faced top-seeded Olive Branch and dropped a 69-48 decision last Thursday.
The girls moved to the consolation playing Lake Cormorant. In that game, GHS emerged with a 57-46 win to finish third. GHS stands at 19-6 following the week of play.
By Chuck Hathcock - Sports Editor on
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Photo by Chuck Hathcock, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Kirk Academy seniors, Cecile Brister, left, and Charley Rose apply pressure to an Amite School Center guard during Class AAA, Division 1 State Tournament action last Thursday in Grenada.
Heading into last weeks Midsouth Association of Independent Schools Class AAA State Basket-ball Tournament at Kirk Academy, Coach Josh Zeitz and the Raiderettes had two goals – to win a state championship and qualify for Overall Tournament. They accomplished one of those goals.
Last Thursday, Kirk found themselves in a four-quarter game with the South AAA Champion – Amite School Center from Liberty. The Raiderettes used a 23-12 fourth quarter to pull away for a 55-39 victory.
By Chuck Hathcock - Sports Editor on
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Photo by Chuck Hathcock, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Six Grenada High School baseball seniors will be counted on for leadership this season. They include, front row, from left, Hayden Lee, Drew Klinck and Eli Palmer. Back row, from left, Hunter Watson, Ty Edwards and Brayfen Trusty.
After consecutive second round Class 6A playoff appearances, the Grenada Chargers prepare to make another run with one of its most experienced teams in school history.
Longtime GHS assistant coach C.J. Hodges takes the reins of the program that has complied a 39-23-1 mark during the past two seasons.
By Chuck Hathcock - Sports Editor on
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Secretary of State Michael Watson discusses his push for lawmakers to enact campaign finance reform, including transparency and searchability of reports for the public. Watson says he knows such legislation is a tough sell with lawmakers.
By Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance - Mississippi Today on
1 month 1 week ago
Secretary of State Michael Watson discusses his push for lawmakers to enact campaign finance reform, including transparency and searchability of reports for the public. Watson says he knows such legislation is a tough sell with lawmakers.
By Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance - Mississippi Today on
1 month 1 week ago
The House passed a pair of bills on last week that would reshape laws surrounding the sale of alcohol in Mississippi.
The first would allow the direct shipment of liquor to Mississippians’ homes, and the second would let local authorities pass ordinances allowing the sale of alcohol on Sundays.
By Special to the Tate Record on
