Let Carnival planners know what you think went right or wrong during the 2009 Watermelon Carnival. The Herald will make these comments available to local officials. Constructive comments and critisisms would be helpful. For example, on the positive side, several vendors told the Herald that they appreciated the way they were treated this year. They…

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WATER VALLEY – Police made two arrests for disturbing the peace in front of a home in the 1200 block of North Main Street Friday night. Officers arrested the pair after responded to a call of a large group fighting in the street. The incident was not related to Watermelon Carnival, according to Lt. Rick…

By David HowellEditor WATER VALLEY – Brick layer and part-time preacher Jerry Vaughn claimed bragging rights for the second year in a row after winning the Largest Watermelon Contest in the Watermelon Carnival.     Vaughn’s 165.6 pound melon easily outweighed the second-place finisher, Marty Bost, whose melon weighed 101.3 pounds. The two have become friendly…

By David HowellEditor WATER VALLEY – Progress on a Yalobusha company’s potential expansion plans, an update on the railroad  that extends through the western portion of Yalobusha and a briefing about an upcoming visit from Mississippi Development Authority officials among the first topics discussed at the  supervisors meeting held in Water Valley on Monday.   …

The North Mississippi Regional Art Exhibit, held annually in conjunction with the Watermelon Carnival, ends today, Sunday, at Bozarts Gallery on Main Street this year. The hours are 1 to 3 p.m.Annette Trefzer, owner of Bozarts and coordinator of the exhibit said, “We have lined up more than 20 talented artists who work in a…

Even though it’s Carnival weekend. Even if it’s raining. Come downtown Saturday morning from 8-11 for     * fresh produce of all kinds– including watermelons and canteloupes!    * the season’s last tomatoes    * fresh green beans    * fresh eggs    * fried pies, baked goods, New Orleans-style pralines, and more    * Adirondack-style yard furniture    * arts-and-crafts   …

The Watermelon Carnival Music Festival opened the weekend activities Thursday night with a variety of entertainment. Just a few of the highlights included presentation of the Luella Fair Community Enrichment Award to Mrs. Tom (Martha) Edwards and the performance by festival newcomer Effie Burt. Emcee Dr. Glen Kitchens was given high marks for his first…

The Complete Guide to the Watermelon Carnival is included in this week’s edition of the North Mississippi Herald. The 32-page section contains a schedule of events provided by the Chamber of Commerce, articles about Carnival events, and history of the Carnival along with information from our best area businesspeople. Pick up a copy today. On…

WATER VALLEY – Hilda Breland has a way to beat the Carnival time heat. She hangs a fan in the top of her tent. But, it doesn’t hurt that she is located in one of the few shady areas of City Park. Having a booth space by a tree is one of the perks of…