WATER VALLEY – Although the Watermelon Carnival is still over six weeks away, early reports indicate that the big melons in the August 3 weigh-in could tip the scales at over 200 pounds. “If nothing goes wrong, I really think you will see some 200 pounds watermelons this year,” Alan Rogers told the Herald Tuesday.…

WATER VALLEY – A Water Valley man was charged with domestic aggravated assault after allegedly throwing a knife at a women, striking her in the back and puncturing a lung. The stabbing occurred during an altercation on Blackmur Drive on June 6. Chief Jason Mangrum reported Brandon Williams, age 38, was apprehended by officers shortly…

By Lena Anderson Herald Contributor WATER VALLEY – To celebrate National Trails Day, the Friends of Water Valley Rails to Trails organized a successful community hike and picnic on June 1. The event drew a crowd of nature enthusiasts, families, and local residents, all eager to explore and appreciate the scenic beauty of the proposed…

WATER VALLEY – It’s not everyday that an octogenarian couple strikes out on a fishing trip in the Louisiana marsh. Fred Brown wanted to catch some bull redfish, and booked a trip with Cajun Outfitters earlier this month. Fred and Imogene Brown embarked on a 400-mile trip to Burris, La., an outing that had been…

WATER VALLEY – The proposed construction of a multi-million dollar micro solar farm in the city continues to gain momentum. Reporting to county supervisors during the June 3 meeting, Yalobusha County Economic Development District CEO Kagan Coughlin said the project could be expanded if the city can purchase approximately three acres owned by the county…

I’m sorry to report this week that I’ve become the targeted victim of a recurring crime. The ordeal started a few days ago when I was at home on Wood St and realized I had left my drawing sketchbook in my art studio on Main Street. In a misguided effort to be environmental, I decided…

I still live on the farm where I was born, and though it’s not currently an active farm, I like to keep up with agricultural news. And lately, the hot topic is the debate in the U.S. Congress over the details of the 2024 U.S. Farm Bill. The pressure is now on to reach agreement…

This month been productive and busy for the Junior Auxiliary of Water Valley. Firstly, we are celebrating a lifetime member of our chapter being added to the National Association of Junior Auxiliary district team, a big congratulations to our very own Sandra Bennett for being appointed as the new Chapter Support Coordinator for Region 4.…