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Beautiful artwork adorned the tables and walls in the meeting room at the Quitman Public Library on February 19. It was accompanied by memorabilia of the Quitman Woman’s Club as they celebrated 100 years of service. An assortment of cookies and punch was provided for all who attended the event to enjoy.
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Enterprise Middle School members of FBLA recently competed in the Southern District Conference at Jones College.
Congratulations to the following for making the stage: Caroline Smith - 6th place in Digital Citizenship; James Tidmore - 3rd place in Exploring Technology; Zeb Moore - 5th place in Exploring Professionalism; and Jaeger Cumberland - 6th place in Exploring Marketing Concepts.
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What a great day for EHS FBLA at the Southern District Conference held at Jones College! Our students competed in a wide range of categories, enjoyed entertainment from Jones OnStage and networked with other students from the southern district.
Congratulations to all of our winners—we couldn’t be more proud!
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For the first time in about 15 years, the Blue Angels are performing a show at the Naval Air Station in Meridian.
“It is with great excitement that we announce that the elite Blue Angels will be back in Meridian to celebrate their 85th anniversary, as well as the Navy base’s 65th anniversary of training excellence here in Meridian, Mississippi,” expressed Luke Davis, Commanding Officer for the Naval Air Station in Meridian. “Thank you all for your support. Come out on March 28 and March 29. It’s going to be a great show.”
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4 weeks 2 days ago
Grab those beads, moonpies, and more and get ready for not just one, but two amazing Mardi Gras Parades set to take place in Clarke County the first weekend in March!
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The Quitman Woman’s Club proudly celebrated its 100th year as a federated member in February 2026. Organized and federated in February 1926, the club began its legacy of service under the leadership of its first president, Mrs. W.C. (Effie) Couch.
For a century, the Quitman Woman’s Club has been a dedicated member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs and the Mississippi Federation of Women’s Clubs, whose mission is personal enrichment leading to volunteer service that benefits the community, state, nation, and world.
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1 month ago
“Hold tight to your faith, your family, and your roots,” advised Keely Jackson. “Those things will carry you through anything.”
Family has always been important to Keely Jackson. She inherited her values from the lessons her family taught her as a child, and she truly cherishes the memories she has been able to make with her family over the years.
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1 month ago
The arrest records are published weekly and information in the records is obtained directly from the Clarke County Sheriff’s Department Docket Book. Names of those arrested are not and will not be withheld by request or fee. The arrest docket book is public record and is permissible to view by the public.
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BATON ROUGE, LA – February 17, 2026: At every successful organization, there is a professional who serves as its operational glue—ensuring continuity, accountability, and execution. At Waste Pro’s Baton Rouge Division, that role is filled by Office Manager Casey Courtney.
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1 month ago
By the time you read this there will hopefully be good news about Nancy Guthrie. Our nation has prayed for her, her famous daughter, Savannah, and her family.
The abduction of this beautiful, charming 84-year-old woman is alarming and very concerning to us all. Nancy Guthrie is known as a sweet, beautiful church going lady. Millions of us have been introduced to her via national television. We feel like we know her and Savannah as they have been welcomed into our homes via television for many years.
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There are some changes taking place at the Clarke County Baptist Center that the public needs to be aware of.
One of the changes involves how the food ministry will work. Currently, there are two different methods that they use to assist with food: C.A.N. and an emergency food bag at the Baptist Center.
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1 month 1 week ago
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The Distinguished Young Woman program has always had a way of creating new friendships and a unique sisterhood among its participants.
Along with creating a little family on its own, with its strong history, family members from each generation have participated in DYW, and there have been occasions when grandmothers, moms, daughters, and even aunts from the same family have worn the title of Clarke County DYW at some point.
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1 month 1 week ago
The sixth week of the 2026 Regular Session has concluded. The House continued advancing major legislation as key floor deadlines approached, taking up measures related to public safety, healthcare, education funding, and disaster response.
During the week, the House considered and passed several significant pieces of legislation, including:
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For the past year, Star Cayer has proudly represented Clarke County as the 2026 Distinguished Young Woman.
She spent her time volunteering in different ways that would allow her to have a positive impact on the younger generation.
“I really did things that targeted the younger community,” explained Star. “We’re building a community of future leaders and future women who may want to grow up and participate in this program. I really just wanted to spread the word about the five elements of ‘Be Your Best Self.’ It was fun.”
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I was up one morning before daylight and decided I might as well head to the church and begin work. Pulling into the parking lot, things were just starting to lighten up. I imagined that it must have been a morning like this when the women were headed to the tomb to anoint the body of Jesus after the crucifixion. I began to thank God for forgiveness and cleansing and the resurrection.
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1 month 1 week ago
The arrest records are published weekly and information in the records is obtained directly from the Clarke County Sheriff’s Department Docket Book. Names of those arrested are not and will not be withheld by request or fee. The arrest docket book is public record and is permissible to view by the public.
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1 month 1 week ago
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Two seniors from Quitman High School recently signed to continue their football careers at the collegiate level: Semaj McKenzie and Ke'zylon Causey.
Head Coach Joshua Pulphus is proud of both boys and numerous others who have chosen to continue their academic and athletic careers after graduation.
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1 month 1 week ago
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Two seniors from Quitman High School recently signed to continue their football careers at the collegiate level: Semaj McKenzie and Ke'zylon Causey.
Head Coach Joshua Pulphus is proud of both boys and numerous others who have chosen to continue their academic and athletic careers after graduation.
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1 month 1 week ago
“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: Marvellous are thy works; And that my soul knoweth right well,” (Psalm 139:14 KJV).
John Martin has experienced the marvelous works of God throughout his life and takes pride in knowing that he was fearfully and wonderfully made.
He is a walking miracle and an inspiration to everyone who has the pleasure of meeting him.
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