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Salter: Delta journalist Jim Abbott’s ‘Paper Man’ memoir captures his unique, impactful career

Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter: Retired Mississippi journalist Jim Abbott – a Greenwood native who served his . . .

Obituary: Georgia A. Clark

Georgia Ann Clark Georgia Ann Clark, 81, passed away June 29, 2026, at the Attala County Nursing Center in Kosciusko . . .

Magnolia Mahjong House brings people back to the table

The tiles may bring people through the door, but community is what will keep them coming back. Step inside Magnolia . . .

St. John: Cappy

Robert St. John looks back on the life and impact of his father-in-law, “Captain Rick.” His childhood friends called him . . .

President John Edward Johnson and first lady Nola M. Johnson

Bobcat Reunion marks 50 years of preserving educational legacy

The Bobcat Reunion celebrated its 50th anniversary July 3-4, bringing former students, educators, families and community members together to honor . . .

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Lady Tigers drop two scrimmage matches but flash promise ahead of season
By ELIJAH KLEPCZYK
Thu,07/09/26-12:09PM , 677 Reads
The Ethel varsity volleyball team traveled to Choctaw County High School last week to participate in a scrimmage against Choctaw County and Winston Academy.
The Tigers lost both games 2-0, but head coach Jennifer Black saw some aspects in both games that could bode well for Ethel in the season to come.
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The Church must be fountain of love, hope, joy, and faith
By AUSTIN BISHOP
Thu,07/09/26-1:19PM , 211 Reads
4 We know, dear brothers and sisters, that God loves you and has chosen you to be his own people. 5 For when we brought you the Good News, it was not only with words but also with power, for the Holy Spirit gave you full assurance that what we said was true. And you know of our concern for you from the way we lived when we were with you.
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Mid-Mississippi Library System preserves local history
By FROM PRESS AND STAFF REPORTS
Thu,07/09/26-12:55PM , 273 Reads
The Mid-Mississippi Library System recently hosted an America 250 Time Capsule event as part of the nationwide commemoration leading up to America's 250th anniversary.
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Letter to the Editor: Thadeusz Kosciuszko
By STANLEY HARTNESS
Thu,07/09/26-12:44PM , 242 Reads
The recent article about our town’s heroic namesake Thadeusz Kosciuszko was certainly timely and enhanced by the photo of our handsome statue. In researching the Polish patriot, I came across the following poignant account: Following Kosciuszko’s death, the undertaker was undressing his body and a white handkerchief fell from his chest area.
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Competitive Eating

By Lee Ann Flemming

People often ask me how I think of something to write about each week. Some weeks are easier than others. Often an event will happen that interests me and I want to further investigate.