By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – Final approval of new water and sewer rates for the city is expected at the regular first Tuesday meeting of the Board of Aldermen on March 4 at city hall.     Residential customers can expect to pay an average of just over $1 more per month, according to Morris…

What would a birthday celebration be without a cake? So, the Water Valley Main Street Association is sponsoring a birthday cake competition to honor the city’s sesquicentennial observance. The contest will be one of many activities planned for Founder’s Day on April 19. “Cakes will be judged on how well they represent and celebrate the…

 A Water Valley resident made a direct hit on the Sprint Mart last Thursday morning when her car jumped the curb, crossed the sidewalk and rammed a metal window support. “I came to get milk but got the beer instead,” she commented as she got into her car to drive home.                  …

By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – A scheduled executive session of the city board last Tuesday, Feb. 19, was changed to a public discussion at the request of William Beard, supervisor of the cemetery and parks department. The subject was the board’s decision on Feb. 11 to allow private firms to handle work normally performed…

In an effort to keep the public informed about matters that effect our area, the Herald encourages readers to submit questions via e-mail, U.S. mail or written questions can be dropped off at the office. E-mail your questions to askherald@bellsouth.net or mail them to P.O. Box 648. Each week, questions will be published in the…

County Crime Report An Oxford woman is behind bars in a multi-jurisdictional investigation involving the alleged thefts of checks from victims’ mailboxes. Sheriff Lance Humphreys reported Tina Rushing, 21, was arrested in Water Valley and has been charged with conspiracy to utter forgery and grand larceny. Humphreys said that Rushing allegedly had traveled across north…

By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – The municipal airport is open again and is one small step away from final FAA approval. A new lighting system has been completed and is in operation, according to Mike Scroggins, Airport Manager. “We’re up to date now with frequency control,” Scroggins added. Frequency control allows a pilot to…

The Water Valley Junior Auxiliary presented their Community Inspiration Award at the ninth annual Crown Gala held Saturday night to Snooky and Mary Lou Williams. The couple were recognized for their outstanding service, support, and devotion. WVJA President Sasha Hyde (center) presented the award to the couple. – Photo by Jack Gurner

The Blue Devils were able to put a pounding on the Bhyalia Indians Saturday afernoon The Devils were able to outscore the Indians 25-1 in the varisty double header.

The Lady Blue Devils were able to earn a win in the firstround of the North Half playoff tournament at H. W. ByersThursday night. Second Round action will contiue Fridaynight with tipoff at 6:00 p.m.