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Church Street in the city’s downtown had a portion barricaded Friday afternoon due to a sinkhole in the road.

The 1894 State of Mississippi Flag no longer flys over the City Hall of Louisville and will be taken down across the state soon.

Local COVID-19 cases up by 47; county deaths stand at 5

The number of COVID-19 cases in Winston County increased by 47 cases over the past week, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health.

Local COVID-19 cases up by 4

The number of COVID-19 cases in Webster County increased by four over the past week, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health.

This sinkhole appeared on Church Street July 3 in the afternoon/ Photo by Cortland Baker

WoodmenLife, organization work to combat hunger

By From Press Reports , READ MORE > 3098 Reads
On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:47 AM

WoodmenLife is now a leadership partner with Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. This alignment of like-minded, national organizations means big things in this region.

Vaughan’s Vocabulary Choctaw 070120

By Don Vaughan, READ MORE > 183 Reads
On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:46 AM

The works of American essayist and novelist Susan Sontag (1933-2004) strongly influenced experimental art during my childhood.

Veggie gardens thrive despite summer heat

By By Gary R. Bachman MSU Extension Service , READ MORE > 1609 Reads
On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:44 AM

Each year as we approach Independence Day, my landscape and garden begin a transition to what I like to call “second summer.” This is due to the heat and humidity that set in anywhere from late April to mid-May. But before I move on and start replanting, I want to share the good performers I’ve enjoyed in my vegetable garden so far this year.

Presley Praises Passage of Mississippi Electric Cooperative Broadband Covid-19 Act

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On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:41 AM

Commissioner Brandon Presley announced that Mississippi legislators passed the Mississippi Electric Cooperatives Broadband COVID-19 Act. This legislation will establish a $75 million grant program for the immediate deployment of fiber broadband infrastructure in unserved areas.

Canning questions and recipes

By Submitted by: Juli Hughes, County Coordinator/Extension Agent III MSU Extension – Choctaw County 662-285-6337 , READ MORE > 166 Reads
On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:39 AM

Here are a few questions the Extension office frequently gets. If you need a canning recipe, call the MSU Extension – Choctaw County office at 285-6337 or stop by the office in the Courthouse annex. Be sure to follow Choctaw County Extension Office onFacebook. Question: How do I can green beans? Select tender, crisp pods.

Bear Hunting in The North Woods

By By Roy Hawkins , READ MORE > 177 Reads
On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:37 AM

A cold rain was falling, and I’d been forced to put on my poncho to keep from being soaked. Shortly thereafter a bear appeared on a ridge forty yards in front of my stand and ambled slowly toward the bait. Trembling with excitement, I quietly raised my rifle, only to have the inevitable happen.

Serve a Sweet Treat

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On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:35 AM

Surprise your family with a dessert fit for the season. This Carrot Cake recipe is a traditional take on the timeless treat and created using everyday ingredients.

Choctaw Legals 070120

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On Tue, 06/30/2020 - 09:30 AM

LEGAL NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the Choctaw County Department of Education will receive sealed bids in the office of the County Superintendent of Education until the hour of 10:00 a.m. At this time the bids will be opened and interested parties are welcome. Bids will be received on the following items.

Presley Praises Passage of Mississippi Electric Cooperative Broadband Covid-19 Act

By Submitted, READ MORE > 15379 Reads
On Mon, 06/29/2020 - 05:34 PM

Jackson, Mississippi (June 29, 2020)—Today, Commissioner Brandon Presley announced that Mississippi legislators passed the Mississippi Electric Cooperatives Broadband COVID-19 Act. This legislation will establish a $75 million grant program for the immediate deployment of fiber broadband infrastructure in unserved areas.

After nearly 70 years in education, MSU’s Wolverton announces retirement

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On Mon, 06/29/2020 - 04:59 PM

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Distinguished Mississippi State University Professor of Classics Robert E. “Bob” Wolverton, Sr. is announcing his retirement after approximately 70 years in education.

This sinkhole appeared on Church Street July 3 in the afternoon/ Photo by Cortland Baker

Sinkhole appears downtown

Staff reports

Church Street in the city’s downtown had a portion barricaded Friday afternoon due to a sinkhole in the road.

While authorities received a call Friday afternoon about a large pothole on Church Street.

The sinkhole was more than 3 feet wide and appeared several feet deep.

There was no estimate on when the repairs would be complete or the cost.

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