Highlighting The Watermelon Music Festival on Thursday evening, August 1 at 7 p.m. will be a sister duo from Meridian, The musical team,  “Mad Kat” include sisters Madison and Katie Williams, provide a unique quality of entertainment and have Water Valley connections, according to Jonnie Mayo, event co-chairman. .Madison, the principal vocalist, will be a…

The Raingutter Regatta is equivalent to the Pinewood Derby, just less detailed. During the race, a scout will test their craft against another down a two-lane, water-filled inflatable track. See the video on our YouTube site.

    The Cub Scouts from Pack 14 will be participating in their first Raingutter Regatta! The event is scheduled Saturday, July 20, at Water Valley City Park at 10 a.m.     The Raingutter Regatta is equivalent to the Pinewood Derby, just less detailed. Each scout has sanded, painted and decorated their sailboat. During the race,…

By Jack Gurner Reporter WATER VALLEY – Wildlife photography by Suzy Robinson is the current art show on display through August at Renasant Bank on Central Street. The images hang in the bank’s lobby as the latest installment of a series of rotating shows sponsored by the bank and the Water Valley Arts Council. Robinson…

By Butch Stevens Band Director Special To The Herald WATER VALLEY–  Hello Water Valley folks. As many of you know, a group of us is attempting to continue our Community Band. We all appreciate the support that you have given us in the past and look forward to entertaining you in the future.   Currently,…

By David Howell Editor OXFORD – Three men with Water Valley connections have entered not guilty pleas after being indicted back in January for allegedly engaging in drug trafficking activities that spanned six years.     Raymond McKinney, Edward Scanlon and Shedlia “Shelly” Freeman were among 11 people indicted on January 23 in a variety of…

By David Howell Editor OXFORD – A former Water Valley police office has pleaded guilty to federal charges  including extorting a $5,000 bribe money from a drug dealer trafficking narcotics from Texas to Water Valley.     John Hernandez pled guilty, nolo contender,  to three counts outlined in a bill of information in U.S. District Court…

By David Howell Editor WATER VALLEY – A local man was arrested Wednesday night following a two-month investigation into an alleged drug operation on Central Street.     Michael Morgan was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and simple possession of a controlled substance, to-wit…

Staff Report WATER VALLEY – With less than a week before the deadline Alderman Fred White is, so far, the only candidate to qualify for the special election for Ward Two alderman on August 13. White turned in his paperwork Friday, July 12, and was certified to run Monday, July 15, according to City Clerk…

The 20th annual Watermelon Music Festival sponsored by The Town & Country Garden Club kicks off the Watermelon Carnival on Thursday, August 1 at the Civic Auditorium at 6:30.    Hometown talent will be featured at this year’s program, according to Zandra Walker, club president.   In competition, Jacob King has placed in two Texaco…