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“Republicans should know better than to believe that miracles only happen when the government runs something.” In a stinging rebuke of the Senate’s decision to kill the popular conservative policy, The Wall Street Journal’s Editorial Board said Hosemann got the issue “exactly wrong.”
By Russ Latino - Magnolia Tribune on
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Rep. Clay Mansell, center left, and Rep. Shanda Yates, right, co-chairs of the Select Committee on Capital and Metro Revitalization, listen as Jackson Mayor John Horhn speaks during a meeting at the Mississippi Capitol in Jackson, Miss., on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
Jackson’s water and sewer systems would be under the control of an authority separate from the city government under a bill the state House passed Wednesday. The change would take place once U.S. District Court Judge Henry Wingate releases the city from its current receivership
House Bill 1677 would create the “Metro Jackson Water Authority” that would be led by a nine-member board. Those members would be comprised of:
By Alex Rozier - Mississippi Today on
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The Carroll Academy girls and boys basketball teams were ousted from the MAIS North 2A Tournament by Benton Academy last Tuesday night.
The Lady Rebels dropped a 53-45 decision to the Lady Raiders to finish the season with an 11-6 record. Benton went in front 14-12 after the first frame and pulled away with an 18-8 run in the second to lead 32-20 at the half. Benton led 39-28 after the third quarter. Carroll held a 17-14 advantage in the final eight minutes.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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The J.Z. George High School girls and boys basketball teams took on M.S. Palmer in play-in games of the Region 3-2A Tournament Tuesday night in North Carrollton.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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Photo by Becky Dees, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Winona High School's Kaylen Whitfield scored two goals in the Lady Tigers 8-1 win over Pelahatchie High School in the first round of the MHSAA Class I state playoffs last Thursday at Tiger Stadium. The Lady Tigers played Vardaman High School in the second round Tuesday night.
The Winona High School girls soccer season came to a halt as Vardaman High School claimed a 2-1 win in overtime in the second round of the MHSAA Class I state playoffs Tuesday at Tiger Stadium.
Kaylen Whitfield scored Winona’s lone goal. The Lady Tigers end their season with an 11-5 overall record.
The Lady Tigers advanced to the second round with an 8-1 win over Pelahatchie High School last Thursday at Tiger Stadium.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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The girls team advanced to the second round of the playoffs. They hosted Vardaman on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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Photo by Becky Dees, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Mrs. Amber Austin’s Ed Rising organization participated in its state conference at the University of Southern Mississippi February 2-4. The following students were honored to represent their school in the following competitive events: Kevi Killough, seventh place - Interactive Bulletin Board; Chrislyn Willis, third place, Job Interview; Jessiyah Leflore, Alyssa Harris and Ebony Robinson, fifth, Public Service Announcement-Teacher Recruitment. These students had a wonderful experience and represented their school well.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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This cold weather makes me melancholy as I sit and ponder yesteryears. It makes me remember the days of cold winter that I spent with my grandmother and grandaddy in Montgomery County.
You hear people talk about living in the country, well this was LIVING in the country. The property sat right on the Montgomery County line and the Attala County line. The old barn, housing the old Guernsey milk cow, sat straddling the two county lines.
By Peggy Sims - Columnist on
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What a week!
You may be still waiting for electricity or water; I hope both are restored soon and you can begin to get things back to normal.
We had water the entire time of the ice storm, but lost electricity. Thank goodness for our fireplace and the wood that Gary and Andrew had piled up. Thank goodness for help getting it split.
Gary had a gas ring and big pot he used for boiling hot water in his chicken processing. The propane ring turned into a cooker for us. Drew came up with some good meals on it although it was hard to regulate on a low temperature.
By Connie Bunch - Columnist on
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Photo by Photo Special to Times/Conservative, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
In spite of the trendy push for using mostly native plants in our gardens, our backyards remain among the few places where few people pay much attention to country of origin; we happily grow plants from all over the world in close harmony.
By Felder Rushing - Columnist on
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Photo by Peyton Poe, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
As I was attending the Carroll County Board of Supervisors meeting this past Monday morning at the Courthouse in Vaiden, Austin Barbour of the Clear Water Group gave an excellent presentation on debris cleanup. This was prompted by the need for debris cleanup in the aftermath of the 2026 ice storm. We could soon start grass cutting and make spring beautification improvements next month. Debris cleanup is front and center now in the aftermath of the recent Ice Storm as we head into spring.
By Ken Strachan - Columnist on
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MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/09/2026)-- Students on the President's List at Mississippi State achieved a 3.80 or better GPA, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
The following local students attained this honor:
By PRESS RELEASE - MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY on
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Three Winona Christian School students competed—and competed well—at the Dixie National Market Lamb Show this week. Hayes Henderson earned 13-year-old showmanship honors, Mary-Hayden Blaylock received 15-year old showmanship, and Hannah Hayes Ware received 17–18-year-old showmanship.
In recognition of her achievement, Hannah Hayes Ware was also awarded the Bill Dupree Showmanship Scholarship for graduating seniors.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/06/2026) -- Mississippi State University congratulates students named to the fall 2025 Deans' List.
Students named to the Deans' List at Mississippi State must have achieved a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C.
The following local students attained this honor:
By PRESS RELEASE - MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY on
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A local National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recently met with Kathleen Gray Henry of the Mississippi America 250 Commission to complete plans for an America 250! event at Cotesworth Culture and Heritage Center in Carrollton.
Pictured are Chakchiuma Chapter Regent Melanie Bowman, Greenwood; Third Arrow Chapter Regent Shirley Rush, Carrollton; Mrs. Henry; Thomas Rodney Chapter Regent Norma Biggers, Winona; committee member Paula McCaulla, Thomas Rodney Chapter, Winona; Grenada Chapter Regent Christie Genola, Grenada; committee member Mary (Punkie) Stewart, Grenada Chapter, Grenada.
In recognition of the Semiquincentennial of America’s Independence on July 4, the Thomas Rodney Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution continues its yearlong celebration to honor our patriot ancestors. During the weeks and months leading to America’s 250th Birthday, chapter members are spotlighting the service of our Revolutionary War Ancestors. This week, we honor the service of Charles Hester, Revolutionary Ancestor of chapter member Tisha Ferguson Vaughan.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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North Carrollton Mayor Ken Strachan (center) and Carroll County Deputy Sheriff Banks Tucker (left) took officials from FEMA, MEMA and Small Business Administration to damaged areas in Carroll County Thursday to conduct damage assessments. “We appreciate these agencies coming to Carroll County to see firsthand the damage from the ice storm. We have been working with state and federal agencies to get supplies, including water, out throughout the county. The damage assessments are done through the state’s reporting system Crisis Track, where the county documents damage.” Strachan said.
By PRESS RELEASE - CARROLL COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY on
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Winona Christian School senior Chloe Word represented Holmes County 4-H with distinction at the Dixie National Livestock Show, competing among top exhibitors from across the state.
Word earned multiple placements in the highly competitive swine shows, including sixth-place Chester gilt, fifth-place Chester gilt, fourth-place Chester barrow (twice), and fifth-place Light Cross. In addition to her livestock success, she was recognized for her skill and professionalism in the ring, earning eighth overall showmanship in the 17–18 age division.
By Special to the Winona Times and the Conservative on
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(JACKSON, MISS) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces that the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has approved mass replacement benefits for CURRENT Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households in the 15 hardest-hit counties. A separate waiver extending the period to request replacement benefits has already been granted until February 23, 2026, for residents in the additional 28 counties impacted by Winter Storm Fern.
MASS REPLACEMENT BENEFITS
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Mayor Flowers announces that debris pickup will begin on Saturday, Feb. 14 by the contracted company, Looks Great Services of Mississippi, Inc. Flowers is requesting the citizens of Winona to place all debris at the road, preferably not under power lines, or within three (3) feet of a fire hydrant or mailbox. Debris size needs to range between 4 feet and 15 feet.
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