Area Breaking News

County’s COVID-19 Cases Up To 17

By Editor | April 22, 2020 |

The number of daily COVID-19 cases reported in Mississippi continues to climb daily, with the latest figures released by the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) up to 4,716 at presstime Tuesday. The tally includes 17 confirmed cases in Yalobusha County since the agency first starting documenting cases on March 11. MSDH does not provide…

School Board Adopts Grading Policy

By Editor | April 22, 2020 |

WATER VALLEY – A grading policy for the fourth nine weeks was adopted at Monday’s night’s school board meeting as the Water Valley School Board of Trustees voted unanimously to assign students a 100 if they turn in packets or complete online assignments while school is out. Students who do not turn in the…

‘Evidence’ Shows The Best And Worst In People

By Editor | April 22, 2020 |

WATER VALLEY – It was a slap in the face last weekend when two large dump sites were discovered, one Friday evening on County Road 118 and the second Saturday morning on County Road 105. “All of the county road crews and many volunteers had been busting it all week, cutting trees, clearing roads and…

Mississippi Banks Address Impact Of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

By Editor | March 20, 2020 |

The Mississippi Bankers Association (MBA) is working closely with its member banks across the state to monitor and proactively address the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Mississippi banks are safe, sound, and as committed as always to excellent customer service and supporting Mississippi’s economy. Federal and state regulation requires financial institutions to have continuity plans and testing…

Election Contest Headed To High Court

By Editor | March 11, 2020 |

WATER VALLEY – The Feb. 6 ruling by Special Circuit Judge Jeff Weill ordering a new election for sheriff in two of the county’s 12 precincts was appealed last week. Democratic sheriff’s candidate Luther G. Folson, Jr. filed a Notice of Appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court in the Yalobusha County Circuit Clerk’s office on…

Deputies Investigate Shooting

By Editor | March 4, 2020 |

WATER VALLEY – One person was injured in a shooting Monday night at a residence on Hwy. 315, just south of Water Valley. Sheriff Mark D. Fulco reported the shooting remains under investigation, but it does not appear to be a random act of violence or a threat to the public. He also said…

New Ordinance Requires Permit To Burn In The City

By Editor | January 22, 2020 |

WATER VALLEY – Residents in Water Valley are now required to apply for a permit to burn rubbish and debris after aldermen adopted a burn ban ordinance during their January city meeting. The new ordinance provides a standardized method to obtain a permit to burn and provides notice to the Water Valley Fire Department. …

Debate Continues Over The County’s Development Regs

By Editor | November 13, 2019 |

COFFEEVILLE – A paving requirement for mobile home park developments in the county continues to create debate following discussion at the latest supervisor meeting in Coffeeville on Nov. 4. The topic surfaced after Robert Earl Upchurch explained that he was unaware that he needed to apply for a permit from the county to add…

VEC Will Host Pumpkin Painting Program

By Editor | October 17, 2019 |

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Visitor Education Center (VEC) will host a pumpkin painting program on Saturday, October 26 at 2 p.m. Using outdoor paint, youth will be able to create their own, unique Halloween pumpkins. Youth should wear appropriate clothing for these activities. After the program, VEC staff will…

Politicking Is Down To The Final Hours

By Editor | July 31, 2019 |

Months of politicking will culminate in Tuesday’s primary elections as the polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 12 precincts across the county. Only four incumbents in the county are unopposed and the local action is heavy on the Democratic ballot with 33 candidates seeking county positions. There are two local candidates running…