Oct. 22, 1959
B.B. Boyd, postmaster of McCool, was elected moderator of the Attala County Baptist Association in its final session at Ethel Baptist Church Friday afternoon Thirty-one Baptist Churches of Attala compose the group.
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If football games were won by the score of 1-0 then the Tipton Hi Bobcats would be looking for a victory of that sort for just one victory is all that is needed for the Bobcats to become 1959 CMAC champions. Last week the Bobcats advanced another step closer by defeating Maben by the score of 27-0, and as the Bobcats had defeated Lexington to the tune of 40-0 so it left the Bobcats conference record at 4-0.
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Jimmy Bruce has been chosen “Whippet of the Week” for his performance last week. Jimmy is a member of the junior class.
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Winners and prizes in the Attala County Plant to Prosper Program for 1959, sponsored by the Kosciusko Attala Chamber of Commerce, have been announced by Frank Gayden, secretary-manager.
Oct. 25, 1984
A list of dignitaries headed by a leading Polish American businessman and a United States Senator will be in Kosciusko Thursday afternoon to participate in the formal dedication of the Kosciuszko Museum and Information Center. Promoters expect a large crowd of spectators to be on hand when the facility is formally opened to serve the dual role of information center for travelers and museum to showcase the area’s culture.
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Officers were named during the Attala Baptists annual associational meeting held Monday night. They are Charles England, treasurer; Mrs. Stacy Chandler, clerk; Rev. Johnny Parks, moderator; Jim Clark, vice president.
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Eight Kosciusko spirit leaders have been responsible for keeping a winning feeling running high through the halls of KHS this football season. They are Kim Taylor, Audra Love, Alisia Adams, Melissa Hutchison, Lisa Pinkard, Tammy Prewitt, Chandra Hull and Michelle White.
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Twenty-seven colorful quilts, delicately stitched in patterns ranging from Dresden Plate to Flying Geese will go on the auction block Saturday night, Nov. 3, in the Attala County Coliseum. Proceeds from the sale of the quilts will benefit St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital in Memphis. Idea for the auction was conceived by Mrs. Kenneth Chennault and Mrs. John Beckham.
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The Cornerstone: Historic Palmer Hall restored after tornado damage
Historic Palmer Hall in the Hesterville Community, meeting place for Bethel Masonic Lodge and the Order of Eastern Star, stands as a testament to perseverance, hard labor, and generosity.
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Cotton named Image Award Winner for ‘legacy’ in area
Kicking off the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration in Kosciusko was the 14th Annual Image Award Banquet on Saturday night with Gloria Cotton, named winner of the “Living Legacy” honor.
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Newell winner of $500 scholarship
A book review and poster contest were held in conjunction with the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration involving students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12 grade in Attala County Schools.
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Twenty young Attalans, including two volunteers, reported in Kosciusko Monday morning to be forwarded to Jackson for their Armed Forces Physical Examinations, reported Mrs. Ruby Burns, local Selective Service System Clerk.
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Dec. 28, 1961
A majority of the Kosciusko retail merchants who are members of the Chamber of Commerce have indicated their intention of beginning the usual Thursday afternoon closing on Jan. 12. A heavy majority of those polled by the Merchants Subcommittee indicated preference for the same date as was observed last year. -
Kosciusko Christmas parade held during perfect weather after being postponed
Cold temperatures and clear skies were the ingredients making the weather perfect for Kosciusko’s annual Christmas parade on Thursday night around the historic courthouse square.
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Sounds of Christmas: Annual holiday program features locals’ talent at cultural center
The Sounds of Christmas were heard at the Mary Ricks Thornton Cultural Center Sunday afternoon as the Attala Historical Society sponsored the annual program of Christmas music.
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This year's top 10 video games (with holiday savings!)
For gamers, 2011 has been a savory year: rich with triple-A releases, fervently anticipated sequels and a few new franchises that are set to take off in 2012 and beyond. Herein, you’ll find a list of the top 10 most popular titles released this year. We scoured the Internet for the best holiday pricing on each.
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