Officials: Brace for the Worst
WATER VALLEY — Forecasters are advising residents to remain weather-aware late this week and into the weekend, as freezing temperatures could overlap with precipitation across North Mississippi. Yalobusha County Emergency Management Director Stewart Spence said at press time that forecasts continue to evolve and that small temperature changes could significantly affect local conditions. “Right now,…
Read MoreParked Jeep Struck By Gunfire
WATER VALLEY — Water Valley police are investigating an unusual incident after a parked Jeep Wrangler was struck by multiple gunshots on Central Street near the Highway 7 bypass. According to Police Chief Jason Mangrum, the vehicle was parked in the front yard of a residence and displayed a “for sale” sign at the time…
Read MoreCourthouse Cafe Receives Spotlight Award
WATER VALLEY — The Water Valley Area Chamber of Commerce presented its Business Spotlight Award to the Courthouse Cafe on Monday, Jan. 19, recognizing owner Justin McDaniel for his commitment to the community and continued investment in Water Valley. First introduced by the Chamber in 2016, the Business Spotlight Award honors businesses and individuals who…
Read MoreWater Valley Woman Adds ‘Horse’power To Gifted Car
WATER VALLEY — When people talk about horsepower, they usually mean what is under the hood. In Sylvia Ventrini’s case, it is what is glued on top. More than a dozen small toy horses now stand on the hood of her car, with others lining the trunk lid, creating a rolling display has turned heads…
Read MoreShields Was First African American County Extension Home Economist In State
YALOBUSHA COUNTY — The State of Mississippi recognizes and honors the life and legacy of Mrs. Mamie Lee Herron Shields, a pioneering educator and public servant who, in 1974, became the first African American County Extension Home Economist in Mississippi, marking a historic milestone in the state’s Cooperative Extension Service. Mrs. Shields dedicated thirty years…
Read MoreLibrary Inspection Details Wide-Ranging Needs
WATER VALLEY — A recent inspection of the Blackmur Memorial Library building revealed widespread maintenance and safety concerns throughout the facility. The 43-page report, prepared by McGehee Home Inspections, documents issues with plumbing, electrical systems, flooring, heating and cooling, among other concerns. Mayor Tommy Reynolds said the findings reflect the broader reality the city has…
Read MoreObituaries 01/22/2026
Jimmie Dale Edwards DURHAM, NC – Jimmie Dale Edwards , 81 of Durham NC, passed away on December 31, 2025. Born in Water Valley, he was a devoted husband to Margaret and a loving father to Paula and Jimme Dale Jr. Jimmie was hard-working and dedicated. He spent 35-plus years working for Bell South/ ATT.…
Read MoreA Word On Print Size, Politics And Purpose
We hear you loud and clear — the font size has been too small for the last two weeks. It looked readable on screen, but in print it just wasn’t cutting it. This week’s edition is back to our former font size, 10-point, and we have reconfigured the layout for the narrower paper to ensure…
Read MoreFly Received Command Of ‘The Fightingest Ship In The Fleet’ In 1965
10 Years—January 21, 2016 – Ajinomoto Windsor executives joined local and state officials to announce an expansion at the Oakland plant that will create 60 jobs. Shown spreading the dirt with the ceremonial shovels are District 33 Representative Tommy Reynolds, Tallahatchie Valley Electric Power Association CEO Brad Robison, MDA Executive Director Glenn McCullough, District 14…
Read MoreHerald Is A Good Bang For Your Buck: Eight Years Equal One Speeding Ticket
I don’t have much Water Valley news this week because I’ve barely been in town. Family obligations and work trips have dominated my January. Most of what I know about recent happenings in Water Valley I have read about in the paper. Thank goodness for the Herald! (I promise David Howell didn’t make me write…
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