Wildcats win overtime thriller to advance, Lady Cats set for Thursday matchup
By RUSSELL TURNER Herald Editor Both Greene County High School basketball teams are hoping for a little magic as their post-seasons get underway this week in Poplarville. And, for the GCHS boys, Monday’s matchup against Sumrall in the Region 7-4A Tournament’s first round was just the type of magic they were looking for. Senior Jared Nicholson’s…
Read MoreJob Fair
Friends of Children of Mississippi, Inc. will hold a Job Fair for Greene, Wayne and Clarke counties, Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Union Greene Head Start Center, located at 37765 Highway 63 N, Richton (Sand Hill). Job opportunities available are teachers, teacher assistants, substitutes and caregivers. All interested applicants…
Read MoreCounty officials taking bids on surplus vehicle
NOTICE OF SALE OF SURPLUS COUNTY PROPERTY Whereas, Greene County, Mississippi, by and through its Board of Supervisors, By virtue of Mississippi Code Section 19-7-5, has determined certain personal property of the County to be surplus. Further, the County considers it necessary and in promotion of the best interests of the county that the property…
Read MoreCHANCERY COURT notices published in 1-31-19 edition
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, Elige Nicholson and Myra Nicholson executed and delivered certain deeds of trust in favor of Richton Bank & Trust Company as beneficiary, which said deeds of trust are recorded in the land deed records of Greene County, Mississippi as follows: Mortgage Book 2010, page 2865, Mortgage Book 2012, page 3592,…
Read MoreTown of Leakesville announces changes to water / sewer ordinance
ORDINANCE 87 An ordinance establishing charges and rates for the use and service of the waterworks and sewer system of the Town of Leakesville, Greene County, Mississippi, and regulating and providing for the use thereof. WHEREAS, on August 11, 1964, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Leakesville, Mississippi, adopted an ordinance…
Read MoreLadd Pulliam seeking another term as coroner
Special to the Herald Incumbent Ladd Pulliam is asking for voters’ support as he seeks re-election as Greene County Coroner. Pulliam, who is in his second term in office, says he is proud of the work performed through his office and looks forward to continuing to serve his friends and neighbors for another four years.…
Read MoreHerald starts new feature, ‘Now We’re Cooking…’, spotlighting local cooks
Now We’re Cooking … A real Jewel in the kitchen Known for catering and her scrumptous wine cake, Jewel West’s cooking is the stuff of which legends are made Editor’s Note: To follow is the first installment of a regular series that will spotlight local residents known for their prowess in the kitchen. “Now…
Read MoreTown of Leakesville Municipal Court begins new amnesty program
Program allows defendants wanted for old fines, failure to appear a chance to settle without fear of arrest From Staff Reports The Town of Leakesville is offering a new amnesty program to misdemeanor offenders with certain outstanding warrants. The Leakesville Municipal Court will run an amnesty program from Friday, Feb. 1 through Tuesday, April 30.…
Read MoreMother speaks out concerning special needs child that walked away unattended from school campus
Inquiry ongoing after 4-year-old found walking along highway roughly 1 mile from school From Staff Reports The mother of a 4-year-old special needs student that walked off his school campus last week is speaking out in support of school officials and how they handled the situation. Katie Aricer, of Leakesville, acknowledged Wednesday in a social media…
Read MoreStaffing crisis prompts lockdown and visitation cancellation at SMCI in Leakesville
From Staff Reports The staffing shortage at South Mississippi Correctional Institution has forced the Mississippi Department of Corrections to place a large portion of the state prison on lock down. Corrections officials announced the lockdown in a press release issued late Friday afternoon. The statement from MDOC said the decision would cause visitation and other privileges to…
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