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Services for Robert Donnie Boles will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m. at Harmony Baptist Church of Quitman with Bro. Terry Irby and Bro. Ed Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow at Goodwater Cemetery in Vossburg. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes is honored to be in charge of arrangements.
Robert Donnie Boles was born to Robert and Mattie Boles on July 23, 1949, at Mattie Hersey Hospital in Meridian, MS. Robert passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in Meridian MS.
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1 month 2 weeks ago
Ed Prep students and their sponsor, Mrs. Chrissy Kelly, recently competed at the Ed Rising state competition. They represented Quitman well and came home with some awesome wins. Because of their hard work and success, these students have qualified to compete at the National Competition this summer in Portland, Oregon, an incredible opportunity to promote education and the CTC!
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1 month 2 weeks ago
“Make sure to focus on your family and spend time with them,” advised Katie Crane. “As I’ve gotten older, my priorities have changed, and now I’m much more family focused. I’ve always been very family centered because that’s just how I was raised. My parents always put their kids first, and as I get older, I understand the importance of that and making sure that your spouse feels seen and loved and that your children also feel loved. They need to know that everything you do, you do for them.”
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1 month 3 weeks ago
As our U.S. society has skyrocketed into a lifestyle of fly now-pay later, doing it via technology versus paper, distance relationships over that technology, and stuff that is made to be temporary – I often kiddingly claim to be Semi-Amish. I like a gas-powered vehicle for transportation, and I like using electricity. But many other things I actually consider to be better living in the Amish world. Here are a few that I got from AI on the internet (I guess tech might be beneficial at times).
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1 month 3 weeks ago
As of February 2026, Quitman Sports Hall of Fame, Inc. was officially established and is one of the first of its kind in East Central Mississippi.
The organization was created by Dr. Howard Bartee, Jr. as a way to recognize deserving athletes and coaches in Quitman throughout the years.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
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Even with being in a whole new class this year, the Quitman High School Girls Powerlifting Team was extremely successful.
They followed up their State Championship last year as a 4A team by competing and placing at State again this year as a 3A team.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
FOR SALE: 41 acres +- in Quitman, MS perfect for recreational and residential hobby farm use. Road frontage on both CR 110 and Ridgewood Drive. Access to Archusa Creek Water Park and very close to the Quitman Country Club. Ideal for Hunting, fishing, golfing and more. Listed at $229,600. The owner will subdivide. Contact Hill Real Estate Group LLC ( 601-282-5261) for more information. Call agent Cathy Haguewood 601-604-4040.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
In John 4, Jesus is sitting by a well in Samaria having a conversation with a wayward woman and the discussion turned toward worship. Jesus made an interesting point: “The hour is coming…when the true worshippers will worship the Father is spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship Him.” Did you hear Him? The Father is seeking true worshippers to worship Him. Jesus’ use of the term “true” infers that there are also “false” or “fake” worshippers. What is the difference? Even more important, in which category would God place you?
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1 month 3 weeks 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 3 weeks ago
Friday, April 17
Rolling Creek Baptist Church will host One Truth on April 17 at 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy some good Southern Gospel singing. For any questions, contact 601-830-7111.
Saturday, April 18
Elim Baptist Church, located at 159 County Road 660 in Quitman, will host the Dixie Echoes on Saturday, April 18, at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Greenwood Leflore Hospital filed a petition for Chapter 9 bankruptcy on Wednesday afternoon.
Editor's Note: The story has been updated to add content about Greenwood Utilities' donation to the hospital and clarify the hospital's financial history.
Greenwood Leflore Hospital has filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy as a way to protect the hospital’s operations and provide time to negotiate a takeover by the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
“Just continue to show up,” advised Holly Slay. “Even when you don’t feel your best, just continue to show up. Thinking back, it’s not just the big moments in life that stick out to me. It’s those little moments where people were there for me, were there to support me, and were there to back me up. Just continue to show up and be consistent and support others. That’s what builds the community that we have.”
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Micah Lambert and his dad, Brandon, are preparing to compete in the 2026 Transplant Games of America on June 18 to 24.
The games are known to be the largest gathering of living donors and recipients in one place and will be held in Denver, Colorado, this year. They only hold the games every two years. Although Micah and his dad were given the opportunity to participate at the last games held in 2024, it was just too soon after he had his kidney transplant in 2023.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Greenwood Leflore Hospital announced Monday that it could close in June even while it continues to negotiate a deal for another health-care system to take it over.
Greenwood Leflore Hospital says it could close in two months even while it continues to negotiate a deal for another health-care system to take over the financially teetering hospital, which is also considering bankruptcy.
Hospital employees were notified by letter on Monday that GLH “will cease operations and close on June 15, 2026,” although an accompanying memo clarified that the anticipated closure could be postponed depending on subsequent developments.
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1 month 4 weeks ago
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
— John 14:27
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1 month 4 weeks ago
The First Baptist Church in Quitman will host the Mississippi Baptist Singing Churchwomen in concert this Sunday, April 12, starting at 6:00 p.m.
The Mississippi Baptist Singing Churchwomen is a group of 75 women from all over Mississippi. The group consists of women in leadership positions in the church. Though not all ladies in the group are able to attend each concert, you will see some familiar faces. Judy Holifield, Cissi Majure, Mona Odom, and Molly Sorto are a part of the group.
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1 month 4 weeks ago
Black smoke cascaded through the air in Shubuta on Easter Sunday as one of the historic homes in the city was fully engulfed in raging flames.
For homeowner Jerry Mason, the day started out as just another ordinary day.
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2 months ago
sunday, April 12
We, the pastor and members of Cokes Chapel U.M.C. cordially invite you to come and worship with us in our one day Spring Revival on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m., and morning worship is at 11:00 a.m. The afternoon service begins at 1:00 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Clinton McGruder, pastor of St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church in Shubuta, along with his choir and members. Come and help us lift up the name of Jesus.
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2 months ago
There is an issue that plagues the entire human race. It’s nothing new but has been an issue from the very beginning. That issue is sin. Sin is the ancient fracture running through the human soul – the unseen fault line beneath every thought, desire, and deed. It is not just making a mistake; it is rebellion etched into the fabric of our being. It clings to every generation, whispering deceit, distorting truth, and bending hearts away from Christ. It may begin as a flicker of self-will but quickly becomes a raging inferno of pride, greed, envy, or lust.
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2 months 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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