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The participants in the Viking 10k and 5k begin their race in downtown Greenwood.
As Aaron Ford neared the finish line of the Viking Half Marathon Saturday morning, his focus was on encouraging other runners.
“Finish strong!” he yelled to Archer Russell, a participant in the 10K race who was just ahead.
Ford, a 43-year-old from Saltillo, finished first in the half marathon with a time of 1 hour, 27 minutes and 55 seconds. He is a physical therapist operating a clinic in Tupelo.
By Taylor Thompson on
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A fire, shown here on Friday, has expanded to over 3,000 acres in Carroll County between Coila and Vaiden.
Updated at 2 p.m. with information from the Mississippi Forestry Commission.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves issued a statement Saturday morning stating that the size of the fire in Carroll County has increased to 3,000 acres and has forced the evacuations along three county roads.
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Residents were evacuated from 10 Carroll County homes Friday because of a fire that covered 2,400 acres.
A fire blazing through more than 2,000 acres in Carroll County led to evacuations from 10 homes Friday, a state fire official said Friday afternoon.
Residents of homes on County Roads 163, 218 and 360 were being evacuated, Chris Burnham with the Mississippi Forestry Commission said just before 5 p.m. Friday.
The fire encompassed 2,400 acres, an increase of 600 acres from what Burnham had reported at 4:10 p.m. Friday, when 45% of the blaze was contained.
By GERARD EDIC on
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Photo by Andy Lo, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The J.Z. George girls fast-pitch softball team moved to 8-2 overall and 4-0 in Region 3-2A with a 23-0 win over Northside High School last Thursday.
The Lady Jags got a second straight no-hitter from pitcher Saralyn Roberts (8-2), who went three innings and struck out seven Thursday. J.Z. George beat Northside 21-0 last Tuesday.
J.Z. George collected 11 hits, as Roberts had a single, double and home run and drove in five runs. Tysalyn Meeks had six RBIs with two singles and a double. She also scored three runs.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
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Playing with fire?
Beautiful red and gold, glimmerings flying up to the sky, warmth reaching out to give you a needed hug to keep the cold away, and a way to cook a comforting dinner.
But, of course, fire also holds the keys to disaster, destruction, and a searing agonizing death.
We are taught about fire as little ones to protect us. Used properly and safely fire can change life for the better, of course!
By Connie Bunch - Columnist on
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Native may be the new buzzword for choosing landscape plants, but it often gets in the way of good gardening.
Not knocking native plants; after all, this past president of the Mississippi Native Plant Society grows and lectures on their benefits and uses. But when it comes to translating their crucial role in supporting wildlife and creating a “sense of place” in our region into tangible action, a lot gets lost in good intentions and lip service. Being native may not be the tipping point for getting them into gardens, at least for most folks.
By Felder Rushing - Columnist on
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I was pondering all the things that are different or strange that happen in our lives. Some I never would have ever thought about but yet have come about in my life.
As I have said I have broken so many bones it seems unimaginable that I am still able to ambulate upright. I have had both my shoulders replaced, my right ankle, and my left femur has been reworked in steel form thigh to ankle. I have even broken a toe but as minor as that was considering the other breaks, I found the toe on an x-ray when I had an x-ray for sciatica.
By Peggy Sims - Columnist on
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Romans 12:12 ~ Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
Tuesday marked the third anniversary of the March 2023 tornado that hit this area, bringing back memories of the devastation it caused to homes and families throughout our communities.
The effort of our communities working together has been terrific, not only in the recovery from the tornado, but also in response to the January 2026 ice storm.
By Ken Strachan - Columnist on
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BATON ROUGE, LA (03/23/2026)-- The following people recently were elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.
Bettinica Cobbs of Coila (38923) at The University of Mississippi
Audrey Eldridge of Vaiden (39176) at The University of Mississippi
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Photo by Photo special to The Times/Conservative, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Pictured from the left: Emalie Bruce, Abby Campbell, Shaw Kiker, B Herring, Coaches (not pictured) Laurel Guerra, Savannah Herring, and Presley Haddon.
A small-town gym made a big statement at the Deep South Cheer competition in Southaven as Galaxy Cheer & Tumbling brought home top honors with two standout teams delivering unforgettable performances.
Leading the way was the gym’s senior team, Chrome, which dominated the competition from start to finish. Chrome not only claimed first place in their division but also earned the prestigious Grand Champion title—awarded to the team with the highest overall score of more than 50 teams,
By Special to the Winona Times/Conservative on
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Photo by Becky Dees, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
March Madness is taking place in 1st grade at Winona Elementary School! Go “dancing” with them as they find out the winner of their favorite picture book!
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Photo by Misty Bailey, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Pictured from the left: Pauline Hall, Brandye Brannon - Secretary, Dr. Katherine Hughes - President, Nora Dunn - Vice-President, Chase DeNoon.
The WMCSD received the MSBA Lighthouse School Leader Torch Award, which is based on being a “B” rated or high-performing school district, all schools rated a “C” or higher, at least one school rated “B” or above, 90 percent free or reduced lunch, and the district in good standing by the Mississippi Department of Education’s Office of Accreditation.
This award was presented by the Mississippi School Boards Association on Wednesday, February 25 at the 54th Annual MSBA Conference in Flowood.
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Nine “No Kings” protests planned in Mississippi this Saturday
The progressive left’s “No Kings” protests are back for another round of demonstrations this weekend across the nation, with nine such protests planned from the Coast to the Tennessee state line.
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
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Residents and Business Owners Invited to Share Input on Future Growth Carroll County, Miss. (March 23, 2026) — The Greenwood-Leflore-Carroll Economic Development Foundation (EDF) has partnered with Mississippi State University Extension to launch a community survey aimed at identifying retail and restaurant opportunities in Carroll County. The survey is open to all residents and business owners in the county and takes approximately five minutes to complete.
By PRESS RELEASE - GREENWOOD LEFLORE CARROLL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION on
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Pictured are Cherokee Rose Garden Club members Becky Shaw and Betty Downs who decorated for the event, with Carrollton Mayor Pam Lee, Extension Agent Tracey Boone, and Extension horticulture specialist and Master Gardener coordinator Jeff Wilson.
At the recent yard and garden program hosted by the Carroll County Extension Service, America 250 was celebrated.
During the program, Wilson presented ideas to keep landscape gardening fun and not a chore.
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Photo by Special to the Winona Times/Conservative, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The Cherokee Rose Garden Club’s selection of Yard of the month for March is this charming home in North Carrollton, owned by sister Tricia Ball and Robbie Ball Sisco.
Our selection committee members noted: “After all the devastation during the ice storm, this yard was noticeably up to perfection. This family home stood out as one that was loved and cared for. The front porch and the white picket fence along the back made it feel so warm and inviting. We hope everyone admires it as much as we did.”
Congratulations Tricia and Robbie! Well, done!
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The following arrests were reported by local law enforcement agencies last week. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff Reports on
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2025-2026 Carroll Academy
Elementary Honor Roll 3rd Nine Weeks
First Grade Headmaster’s List: Ann Ellis Downs, Kase Howard, Adam Melton and Harper Ricks.
First Grade Principal’s List: Abby Campbell, Clayton Debow, Jace Gibson, Cooper Whitworth and Kyslee Wiltshire.
Second Grade Headmaster’s List: Bayleigh Floyd, Blair Long, Scarlett Nail, Emmie Newman, Maren O’Bryan and Sawyer Slaton.
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Photo by Peyton Poe, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month starting at 6 p.m. in the Wolfe Lab building.
Tuesday, March 17 the Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District Board of Trustees held their regular monthly meeting. The meeting lasted less than 30 minutes in duration, with all business being handled in an expedient manner. The only topic discussed in depth during the meeting was regarding the efforts to upgrade the district’s various technological needs. The details on the matter are as follows.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
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The Winona Board of Aldermen holds their regular meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the Month starting at 5 p.m. at the City Hall.
Tuesday, March 17 the Winona Board of Aldermen held their regular mid month meeting. All aldermen were in attendance and Board Attorney Adam Kirk attended the meeting via phone. The meeting lasted approximately an hour and forty minutes in duration. The main topic of discussion for the evening was regarding the City of Winona’s recent rate study done by the Mississippi Rural Water Association. MSRWA representative Chris Shelton came before the Board to explain his report and answer any questions which arose from it.
By Peyton Poe - Staff Writer on
