One Of The Greatest Scourges Of The Last Century Was Polio
A recent Looking Back column noted that in the Herald’s March 19, 1964, edition three students (Janice Dickey, Bena Lou Kendrick, and Kay Tyler) had assisted with clerical work during the Sabin vaccine program at WVHS. Who was Sabin, and what was the vaccination program? One of the great scourges of the last century was…
Read MoreLook Back In Yalobusha History
• 15 years ago, April 30, 2009 – Kyle Jones and Josh Sullivan were pictured on the front page because they made perfect scores of 500 on subject area testing at WVHS. Yalobusha Beer Sales totaled $1,729,885.57 from distributors during 2008 making for an estimated $1,989,368 in retail sales. Water Valley alone sold over a…
Read MoreTillatoba News
Although the water is high, the fish were biting last weekend at Grenada Lake, reported J.R. Dukes. Go get them while they are biting, J.R. Congratulations to Kason Croy, who made the Principal’s List at Coffeeville Elementary School. Doris Hoop is one happy grandmother. Joey and Katelyn McClanahan and friends, Shelby and J.K. of Jackson,…
Read MoreObituaries 04/25/2024
John Mallory Lewis WATER VALLEY – John Mallory Lewis, age 82, of Water Valley, Mississippi passed away April 19, 2024 in Oxford. He was born July 24, 1941 in Batesville to John See and Hazel Anderson Lewis. John was a graduate of Batesville High School and continued his education at the University of Mississippi where…
Read MoreInside The Blue And White
Another exciting week for the paper! Last week was overflowing with activities making for one of the most chaotic times of the year with friendly fun and many activities. There it was, Monday morning, the beginning of the week, a day many dread, but the atmosphere was different as many students were hyped, preparing for…
Read MoreLive Music Will Take Center Stage At Yalo-Ribbon Festival
OAKLAND – Live music takes center stage at Oakland’s third Yalo-Ribbon Festival on Saturday, May 4th in downtown Oakland along with DJ Bob Murphree. The Festival kicks off at 10 a.m. with the live music starting at 1 p.m. Local country music favorites Jessey Higdon and Steve McGregory lead off the afternoon’s music. McGregory is…
Read MoreTwin Tornadoes Blasted Town 40 Years Ago
WATER VALLEY – Four decades have passed since the devastating 1984 twin tornadoes and while memories have faded for some, the events of the day are still vivid to many who experienced the storm. The twisters struck on Saturday, April 21, the day before Easter and focused a good deal of fury on Central Street…
Read MoreObituaries 04/21/2024
Roger Dale Duke WATER VALLEY – Roger Dale Duke, a beloved member of the Pine Valley community, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024. He was 72. He was born in Water Valley June 18, 1951, to Daniel Marion Duke, Sr., and Margaret Sylvia Horton Duke. Roger was a dedicated truck driver who traversed the country…
Read MoreLove Flows For Rebuilding Project
WATER VALLEY – Strong support is flowing from the community to help fund a project to rebuild the sanctuary at Spring Hill North M.B. Church in Water Valley. The “Rebuild The Temple Project” has a goal to raise $400,000. “I call it the Nehemiah Project,” Pastor Sammy Townes reported. “Nehemiah had the task of rebuilding…
Read MoreAnnual Chamber of Commerce Reception Scheduled April 30
WATER VALLEY – You’re invited to the much-anticipated Annual Chamber Reception hosted by the Water Valley Area Chamber of Commerce at the Fountain Square Event Plaza on Tuesday, April 30. This event promises an unforgettable evening filled with fellowship, entertainment, and the acknowledgment of remarkable community members. Beginning at 6 p.m., guests will be…
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