By Jack GurnerReporter WATER VALLEY – The city could save as much as $60,000 for repairs to the water damaged Blackmur Memorial Library under a plan approved by alderman. Damage is confined to the 2002 addition and is estimated at about $70,000, according to Mayor Bill Norris. The plan, which was presented by Joe Newman,…

By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUSThe Associated Pressand DAN DAVISHattiesburg American     JACKSON, Miss. (AP) _ A Hattiesburg man fights for access to information about how his son was killed during a law enforcement chase. A Leakesville newspaper editor tries to report on disputes between county supervisors and trustees of a publicly owned hospital, only to find…

Staff Report The Water Valley Junior Auxiliary Crown Gala will be held this Saturday night beginning at 6:30 at the Davidson Elementary School Gym, according to Sasha Hyde, JA president. This year’s event will take on an air of international intrigue with its Casino Royale theme. “We believe it will be a lot of fun,…

Staff Report WATER VALLEY – Renasant Bank has pledged $200,000 to establish a low-interest loan program for the Water Valley Main Street Association.  The goal of the program is to help property owners preserve Water Valley’s historic buildings, renovate newer buildings to fit in with the historic character of Water Valley’s downtown area, and fill…

Water Valley Crime Report Water Valley Police are investigating a burglary at 1203 North Main Street, according to Lt. Rick McCuan. A stereo was taken from the home Saturday night, Feb 16. Lt. McCuan reported the following additional activity in the Water Valley City limits during the past week: • Made three arrests for driving…

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Basketball:The Water Valley Blue Devils lost a nail-biter in the firstround of the division 2A basketball playoffs Wednesdaynight. “In 28 years of coaching I have never been more proudof a team’s effort,” says John Sherman, head coach of theBlue Devils.Baseball: The Blue Devil baseball team got the bats rolling Tuesdayafternoon in varsity action. “I was…

CITY OF WATER VALLEY BOARD MEETING February 19, 2008 6:30 PM   AGENDA ************************************** Call Meeting to Order Approval of Agenda Water Rate Contract for Jeff Davis Water Association Water and Sewer Rate Ordinance New York Life Insurance approval to talk with City Employees Selection of City Flag  EXECUTIVE SESSION:  To Discuss Personnel Matters

By Lucia Holloway   “Best New Crime Stoppers Program in the State” was awarded to Yalobusha County at a recent state meeting. Eddie Foster, Crime Stoppers Coordinator for the Sheriff’s Department, accepted the plaque.   “We want to keep our county safe,” said Foster in a talk to the Ambassadors Tuesday morning. He said that…

  Junior Auxiliary members have been working hard for months, planning their ninth annual Crown Gala, scheduled February 23 in the Davidson Elementary School Gym. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and Taylor Grocery will cater the meal. There will be a silent auction, door prizes and entertainment. Junior Auxiliary will also be revealing their…