Area News
James Radcliff to seek Dist. 1 Supervisor post
Special to the Herald Local businessman James Radcliff is seeking the support of voters in District 1 as he begins his campaign to be their next representative on the Greene County Board of Supervisors. In announcing his candidacy for the post last week, Radcliff said he made the decision to seek public office because it…
Read MoreEfird Eubanks running for Dist. 3 Supervisor
Special to the Herald Efird Eubanks, of Sand Hill, has announced he is seeking the office of Supervisor – Dist. Three. Eubanks qualified and is running on the Democratic ticket in the race. He said a formal announcement will follow at a later date. Paid political announcement by Efird Eubanks – Candidate.
Read MoreLarry Byrd announces bid for sheriff
Special to the Herald I, Larry Byrd, am announcing my intent to run for Sheriff of Greene County. I am a lifelong resident of Greene County, and I reside in Neely with my wife, Vickie. Together we have raised four children who have given us eight beautiful grandchildren. Greene County is our home and we…
Read MoreProposed jail a hot topic at BOS meeting
By ANNETTE HARVISON Herald Staff The Greene County Board of Supervisors’ regular monthly meeting Monday morning featured a bit of good news for the county and a tough public inquiry. Circuit Clerk Cecelia Bounds addressed the county leaders concerning a grant made available to the election commission that will allow for the purchase of much-needed equipment…
Read MoreThe Chickasawhay Celtics, bringing the past to life with music
By ANNETTE HARVISON Herald Staff The Greene County Museum and halls of the county courthouse were filled with the hypnotizing sounds of the dulcimer last week as the Chickasawhay Celtics gathered for a time of fellowship through music. The group of Greene Countians gets together once a month at the Greene County Museum to practice,…
Read MoreHultz claims county’s DYW title
From Staff Reports With six of Greene County’s best and brightest putting their talents on display in Leakesville Saturday night, Madison LeeAnn Hultz outshined the field. Hultz, a resident of the Winborn Chapel Community and a junior at George County High School in Lucedale, outpaced the five other contestants gathered at the Leakesville Jr. High…
Read MoreEscaped inmate from Greene County Jail captured in Alabama
From Staff Reports A state inmate that escaped from the Greene County Jail early Saturday has been captured. Billy Takoda Hinton, 22, who escaped from the Greene Co. Jail between sometime between 2:30 and 5 a.m. Saturday, was captured in Baldwin County, Ala. around mid-day Sunday. Details were limited, but according to Chief Deputy Brad Warrick,…
Read MoreCooking for life, love & passion – Shasta Molten turns love of cooking into a career teaching others their way around the kitchen
By ANNETTE HARVISON Herald Staff Cooking is part of our everyday lives. Cooking gives us the opportunity to visit with family and friends and meet new people. In many instances, the kitchen is where family bonds are formed. Some of the best memories are made in kitchens. Standing on a stool stirring in the pot with…
Read MoreBlack History Parade a success for 25th time
Annual event draws thousands to Knobtown despite weather Herald Editor The weather was nasty and a key bridge on a state highway at State Line was closed with no detour signs providing directions. None of that mattered. The 25th anniversary edition of Greene County’s Black History Parade still drew thousands and there appeared to be…
Read MoreMcKay Lee Bray bids farewell as new Distinguished Young Woman to be selected Saturday evening
Get ready for an adventure … From Staff Reports A new 2020 Greene County Distinguished Young Woman will be named this Saturday, March 2. And, according to organizers withing the Ladies Variety Club, this annual DYW Progam is one local residents will not want to miss. The “Safari Adventure” themed event will get underway at…
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