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“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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1 month 2 weeks ago
Eight beautiful young ladies took to the stage at the Quitman High School Auditorium on Saturday, February 7, and showed everyone just how amazing they are as they competed to be the 2027 Clarke County Distinguished Young Woman.
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1 month 2 weeks ago
Photo by Brittney Mangum, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Quitman High School Junior Ethan Nicholson was recently named a MAC North/South 1-4A All-Star basketball player. He is one of only 12 players in the South to be selected.
His success in basketball is thanks to the passion and dedication he portrays in playing the sport. It is something that he has enjoyed and worked diligently on since he was a little boy.
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1 month 2 weeks ago
One writer said, "We speak naively of 'terra firma'…you know…we use terms like, 'as solid as the ground you're standing on' or 'standing on solid ground' or 'strong as a mountain' to describe a sure, unmovable foundation. But the land masses of the earth are not on an unmovable foundation.” Geologists have discovered that the continents are actually afloat, sitting on a foundation of moving plates. The part we stand on is called the "lithosphere" – the outer crust that makes up the land masses and mountains that are resting on the tectonic plates.
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1 month 2 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 2 weeks ago
It’s time to talk about what Mississippians do best, which is play and support college baseball. Mississippi State is a consensus top 5 team. Southern Miss is consistently a top 25 team and Rick says Ole Miss is underrated.
By Rick Cleveland and Tyler Cleveland - Mississippi Today on
1 month 2 weeks ago
Asked to describe Jim Poole, his close friend of six decades, Archie Manning paused, pregnantly.
“I’m really struggling with Jim’s death,” he finally said.
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1 month 2 weeks ago
Trinidad Chambliss apparently will make an encore performance after leading Ole Miss to the most successful season in school history.
In a tiny town of about 150 people, with at least that many spectators in a Calhoun County courtroom on Thursday, Chancery Judge Robert Whitwell granted 23-year-old Chambliss a temporary restraining order against the NCAA after day-long court proceedings.
By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today on
1 month 2 weeks ago
Michael Glen Turner, 57, of Rose Hill, Mississippi, passed away on February 9, 2026, at his residence.
He was born on January 28, 1969, to Glen and Thelma (Carmichael) Turner in Meridian, MS.
Michael was well known in his community for his talent to help out all of his friends and neighbors.
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1 month 2 weeks ago
Ronald Duane "Ronnie" Holloman, 52, of Quitman, Mississippi, passed away on February 8, 2026, at H. C. Watkins Hospital.
He was born on April 16, 1973, to Benjamin and Patsy (Underwood) Holloman, Sr. in Waynesboro, MS.
Ronnie worked as a machine operator in the logging industry for numerous years. He worked with Guy Johnson Logging and was lifelong friends with the Johnson Family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend to all that knew him.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
“Don’t lose your faith when things get hard,” advised Marissa Diamond. “If it wasn’t for my faith, I would have been lost a long time ago.”
Throughout her life, Marissa Diamond has leaned on her faith to help her through various obstacles that she has faced.
She didn’t have a typical childhood and faced many trials, but she did eventually end up with a family who loves her.
By Brittney Mangum on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Photo by Brittney Mangum, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
At the regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting on Tuesday, January 20, the City of Quitman officially voted to re-join the Main Street Program.
The discussion started at the meeting on December 2, 2025, when Beth Rainey with the Main Street Association provided a presentation to the board. The board was able to ask questions about the program to gain more clarity.
Quitman was previously part of the program and abolished it after a couple of years, so the meeting was beneficial to help them better understand how the program is designed and operates.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Shubuta
School: Quitman High School
Parents: Shakera Marshall
Future Plans: My future plans are to be successful in life by accomplishing my goals such as increasing my income.
What DYW means to me: To me, DYW means young women standing out from the ordinary through success, eminence, or a formal, stylish manner.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Quitman
School: Wayne Academy
Parents: Karen and Quentin Johnson
Future Plans: My future plans are to attend Jones College and then later attend the University of Southern Mississippi to pursue a career as a registered dietician.
What DYW means to me: The DYW program provides an opportunity for me to earn college scholarships while empowering me to become the best version of myself.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Shubuta
School: Quitman High School
Parents: Lynnita and Tobey Bartee
Future Plans: My future plans are to major in Political Science at Tuskegee University and pursue my career of being a judge and divorce lawyer in law school.
What DYW means to me: To me, the DYW program means a supportive community that encourages me to become the best version of myself academically, mentally, and socially.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Quitman
School: Lamar High School
Parents: Brooks and Fairla Simpson
Future Plans: I plan to attend the University of Mississippi and major in biology or chemistry, then later attend dental school and become a pediatric dentist.
What DYW means to me: To me, the DYW program means bettering myself by growing my confidence, making new friends, and challenging myself.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Quitman
School: Quitman High School
Parents: Shenika Lynch and Robert Laphand
Future Plans: I plan to become an orthodontist. I would like to have my own practice and serve as a positive influence and role model to others in my community.
What DYW means to me: To me, DYW is empowering young women to recognize their potential.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Hometown: Quitman
School: Quitman High School
Parents: Tanya & Ramono Pickens, Darrence & Jennifer Jones
Future Plans: I plan to attend Georgia State University to earn a bachelor's degree, which will lay the foundation for medical school so I can become an emergency medicine physician.
What DYW means to me: The DYW program means an opportunity for me to grow in leadership and confidence.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Eight beautiful, confident juniors will take center stage this weekend to showcase their talent, fitness level, interview skills, and academic success as they compete for multiple scholarships and the title of 2027 Clarke County Distinguished Young Woman.
The program is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 7, starting at 6:00 p.m. in the Quitman High School auditorium.
General admission for the event will be $8, and programs will be available to purchase for $2.
Angie McLemore Boatner is returning to emcee the event again this year.
By Brittney Mangum on
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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