Mississippi justices toss voter-backed marijuana initiative
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS – Associated Press JACKSON (AP) — The Mississippi Supreme Court on Friday overturned a medical marijuana initiative that voters approved last fall. Six justices ruled that the medical marijuana initiative is void because the state’s initiative process is outdated. Three justices dissented. Mississippi voters in November approved Initiative 65, which required…
Read MoreLeakesville Mayor George Perkins issues farewell statement
As my eight years as Mayor of the Town of Leakesville draws to a close, I would like to express my sincere and heartfelt appreciation to the citizens of Leakesville. Serving as your Mayor for eight years has been one of the highlights and great honors of my life. I would also be remiss if…
Read MoreLady Cats claim tight road win to take 1-0 series lead over Florence
From Staff Reports It came down to the wire, but the GCHS Lady Wildcats battled back from an early deficit on Tuesday to defeat Florence in the second round of the MHSAA State Softball Playoffs. The win on the road over the Lady Eagles gives GCHS a 1-0 lead in the two teams’ best-of-three series.…
Read MoreDisney World Beta be ready for these Greene County students
By ANNETTE HARVISON Herald Staff Greene County Jr. Beta Club members virtually showed out for this year’s state Beta convention, and many of them are moving on the national convention which will be later this summer in Disney World. Leakesville Junior High School and Sand Hill School Beta Club members all worked hard to prepare…
Read MoreIf elected as mayor, Arrixie Garretson intends on doing more for the citizens of Leakesville
Special to the Herald I am Arrixie Garretson Sproul, and I would like to be your next Mayor. As a native of Leakesville, I have an interest in helping grow and improve our small town. Since retiring from teaching school I have been actively involved with MSLO, leading improvements such as a new design for…
Read MoreDavid West seeks support from voters in bid to be Leakesville Mayor
Special to the Herald It’s Time for Change! I, David West, would like to announce my candidacy for the office of mayor for the Town of Leakesville. I have been a lifelong resident of Greene County that has lived in Leakesville and supported the city all my life. It was an honor to serve as…
Read MoreScarborough sets records on way to second state power lifting title
From Staff Reports Greene County High School senior Claire Scarborough claimed her second MHSAA State Championship last Friday, claiming the individual Class 2 (3-4A) and Overall titles in the 123-pound weight class at the state meet at the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson. Scarborough entered the meet as the overwhelming favorite, but had to fight off…
Read MoreCounty supervisors set to require permits for loggers, other high-weight haulers
From Staff Reports Local loggers, timber and poultry producers, and others utilizing high-weight trucks in their operations will soon be required to obtain hauling permits to move merchandise and materials along county roadways. County supervisors voted Monday to move forward with the establishment of a new truck permit program they say is needed to help…
Read MoreLady Cats earn Region 7-4A title and bye for first-round of playoffs
From Staff Reports The Greene County Lady Wildcats finish off a season sweep of Sumrall on Monday locking down their first Region 7-4A title in the Tyler Barham era and locking down a first round bye in the MHSAA State Playoffs. Barham’s squad improved to 6-0 in region play with the 3-1 win over the…
Read MoreChristine Holloway announces bid for Leakesville alderman post
Christine Holloway would like to officially announce her candidacy for Alderman in Leakesville. Holloway has consistently been committed to the community and has worked at the Greene County Sheriff’s Office for the past 19 years. She is a dedicated, life-long member of New Providence Baptist Church and is the mother of three wonderful children and…
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