Special To The Herald ENID LAKE – Mike Robinson, the Supervisory Ranger for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Enid Lake, will present a program on the history of Enid Lake at the North Mississippi Fish Hatchery this Saturday, June 11, at 2 p.m. Robinson has been employed by the Corps since 1972 and…

Here are some photos from the WVHS of 2011 Graduation last Thursday at the Tad Smith Coliseum in Oxford.

Special To The Herald WATER VALLEY – The annual Relay for Life will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday night, June 3, in the Crawford Sports Complex with the survivors’ dinner, hosted by the Rotary Club.     The public events at this year’s Relay start at 6 p.m. with the opening ceremony, followed by the…

By Jack GurnerReporter Go see the video on YouTube. WATER VALLEY – The sound of taps echoed in our nation’s capitol and downtown at Railroad Park as Americans gathered Monday on Memorial Day to honor those who have died in the service of their country. “We’re gathered here today to honor our fallen comrades who…

WATER VALLEY – Police report a relatively quiet holiday weekend in the City as most citizens quietly observed Memorial Day. Sgt. A. J. Hernandez reported the following law enforcement activity in Water Valley since May 23: • Made four arrests for driving with a suspended license; • Made two arrests for disturbing the peace; •…

Now is the time to register for the Water Valley Arts Council’s second annual Summer Art Camp for Kids, a week-long camp to be held in Water Valley July 11 – 15. Local professional artists and performers will help your child create exciting projects with clay, acrylic paint, and textiles. Plus they’ll present an introduction…

By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – Yalobusha County’s unemployment rate is still falling, going down almost a full percentage point from March to April. There were 640 people unemployed last month for a 10.6 percent rate as opposed to 690 people in March when the rate was 11.5 percent, according to the latest figures from…

By David HowellEditor A strong storm that tracked across Yalobusha County last Wednesday night kept Yalobusha emergency officials busy with downed trees.     Yalobusha EMA Director Frank Hyde reported that last Wednesday’s damage was probably the most extensive sustained in the county this spring from storms.     Hyde reported first responders were scattered around the…

By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – The high school band has a new director who wants to bring the band back to its former glory. Incoming Director Keith Morgan told band boosters, band members and supporters that with their help, “we’re going to bring back the good ol’ days.” Morgan said he well remembered the…

JACKSON – Memorial weekend marks the traditional start of summer for most Mississippians. While some areas of the State are still flooded and closed to recreational boating many waterways are open and will be crowded this holiday weekend. Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) wants your weekend to be enjoyable and safe. MDWFP North Region…