Research has shown that long-term weight control requires regular physical activity of at least 30 to 60 minutes per day. Local residents looking for a program to help guide them into a healthier lifestyle, should look no further than the local Extension service.
The Scott County Distinguished Young Woman Program will be held Saturday night at the Livingston Center in Roosevelt State Park. Doors will open at 6:30, with the program beginning at 7:00. Admission is $10 and tickets may be bought at the door or from a contestant prior to the night of the program.
Our prayers continue to be for our readers who are facing health challenges. Please remember Mr. William Gray who is hospitalized at Lackey, and Rev. Ed Hightower who is at the Veteran’s facility.
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting widespread influenza in the state this week. While not unexpected for this time of year, the state is seeing the highest influenza activity reported so far this season. Additionally some schools statewide have been impacted by increased absences due to influenza.
You all know how I feel about litter of any kind. Or, at least if you’ve read this column enough you should know how I feel about litter of any kind.
"When you get down to it there is nothing anywhere in the world that can compete with America," A direct quote from President Donald Trump’s latest State of the Union Speech.
It’s not about you
Announcements: East Mississippi Baptist State Convention Mid-Winter Board Meeting will be held at Spring Hill M.B. Church, 1403 Dubose Street in Ellisville, Ms. on February 15th-16th 2019. Registration starts at 6:00 p.m.
Happy Valentine’s
February is Black Hisrory Month. Black History Month started as Negro History Week. This week was chosen because it coincided with the birthday of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Both of these dates were celebrated by the black communities since the late 19th century.
Valentines Balloons are not be allowed at school
Happy Birthday:
Feb. 13: Sandra Wade Freeman, Kerwin Viverette, Jr, Cooper Beard, Brenda Latham, John Shelton Bounds, Jessica Hisaw, John David Green, Dr. Archie Howard
Mary Elizabeth Ogletree Allen 89, of Jackson, MS passed January 25, 2019 after an extended stay at Jaquith Nursing Home.
"When you get down to it there is nothing anywhere in the world that can compete with America," A direct quote from President Donald Trump’s latest State of the Union Speech.
God always does what’s best for us
God, where are you? I don’t know how much more I can take!
January 24
VFW Post 4974, located on Hwy. 80 across the street from King Lumber, is sponsoring Free Lunch on the 4th Thursday of each month starting January 24. Lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m. until 1 p.m.. Please call Gary Robinson 601-507-7800; Tom Wilson 601-497-7353; or Billy Alexander 601-507-3307 to make reservations.
Just be nice!
February 1
Newer Every Day
Sympathy is extended to the family of Kimberly Graham.
Sympathy is extended to the family of James Lavell Harrell.
Midway hosts 7th
Annual Christian Rally
How Soon We Forget
Announcements: East Mississippi Baptist State Convention Mid-Winter Board Meeting will be in Ellisville, MS. on February 15-16, 2019.
The Excel center will be hosting a Rummage Sale on February 8, 2019. Time 8:30-4:30.
Remember the Elderly
Pastor Timothy Croff’s message was delivered from the book of Genesis, Chapter 1, verse 1-3, subject: “Neighbor who would not serve a God like this?” Reverend Buckley lead the Responsive Reading, from the book of Psalm 37, 1-9.
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Campbell are pleased announce the engagement of their daughter Chelsea Cleanise, to Jerry Rogers, son of the late Ronald E. Rogers, Sr. and Sarah Rogers of Las Vegas, Nevada.
The following persons were entered into the docket at the Scott County Detention Center May 3 - May 9. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Kayla Michelle Monk, 29, 408 Lyle Dr. Morton MS, Felony- Indicted
Larry Sampson, 71, 808 4th St. Forest MS, Misd- Public Drunk
The following individuals were entered into the docket at the Scott County Detention Center June 14 – June 20. All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Andres Gonzales, 30, 137 Veste St, Longview TX, False Report of Crime
Miller Gymnastics in Newton completed their 2017-2018 competition season. The competition team won numerous titles at the team level and in individual events including Level 2 overall state champion Reese Thoms. Scott County resident Ava White competed with the teams Level 2 gymnast who are pictured here with their trophies and medals.
Music is a form of art that involves vocal or instrumental sounds or both, combined to produce a beautiful form of harmony. Music can also express one’s emotions. Barbara Ott of Morton has always had a love for music.
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Breland and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ayllon are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Erynne Lyndsey Breland of Lake and Trevor Wayne Ayllon of Newton.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Evans of Lake and Mrs. Elizabeth Breland and the late Mr. Vonnie Mac Breland of Union.
The following persons were entered into the docket at the Scott County Detention Center March 7 - March 14. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Crystal King, 29, 367 Smith County RD Raleigh MS 39153, misd - public drunk.
The following persons were entered into the docket at the Scott County Detention Center March 28 - April 1. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Nicole Hill, 34, 1380 Hillsboro VFW Rd Forest MS, felony - Murders
The following individuals were entered into the docket at the Scott County Detention Center May 31 – June 6. All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Howard L. Smith, 20, 119 Rose Street, Forest MS, Contempt of Court/Failure to pay fines/restitution
Dear Editor:
The January 8, 1958, edition of the Scott County Times reported that one Otis Chapman killed, on New Year’s Day, a 350-pound black panther that had “killed calves and chickens in nightly raids for several years....”
All Tournament Team Members and Most Valuable Players Orlandra McGee and Vantasia Duncan.
On Sunday, November 26, 2017, at approximately 1:15 p.m., La Bendicion convenience store was robbed by two individuals with handguns.
Anyone with any information on the identities of either of these two individuals should contact Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers at (601) 355-TIPS or the Forest Police Department at (601) 469-4141.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Department began accepting donations Monday in their second annualy Sheriff’s Toy Drive. There is a drop off box at the Scott County Sheriff’s Department in the lobby which is open to the public 24 hours a day. There will be a small drop box at Petals & More in Forest.
The Circuit Court of Scott County, Mississippi cases for trial under the Honorable Judge Collins. The following cases be set for trial and/or disposition in the February, 2018, term of Circuit Court of Scott County, Mississippi, as follow:
First Monday January 29, 2018
All Tournament Team Members and Most Valuable Players Diwun Black and Keziah Wash.
The Forest Bearcats lost their Saturay Soccer match to Ridgeland 4-3 but not before Senior Taylor Carnley took this flying leap.
Forest School District Teachers of the year awards from left are Lindsay White Middle School English teacher, Robin Sistruck was also recognized for being district teacher of the year for the elementary school, and Katherine Grisham who received the award for the High School
Dear Editor:
The incessant rant by those in the mainstream media calling into question President Donald J. Trump’s mental state strongly suggests that it is they and not the president who need to see a shrink!
Human development and family science major Victoria Vivians of Forest will reign this week as 2017 Homecoming Queen at Mississippi State University.
Residents in the vicinity of North Homewood Road and Highway 501 in Forest are having an odorous experience due to a bad bouquet on the breezes blowing their way. Waste Management Clearview Landfill, located about five miles away on Mudline Road in Lake, is apparently having some challenges in putting a lid on this pungency.
Hagen Barrett, 7, of Harperville harvested his first deer while hunting on family property with... READ MORE
Mr. J.B. Jones, age 91, passed away Sunday February 3, 2019 at his residence in Lawrence, MS.... READ MORE
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