Trick-or-Treat Tradition Going Strong In The Valley
There are several big Water Valley events all of us townsfolk look forward to each year – the Watermelon Carnival, of course, along with the Christmas Parade, the Art Crawl and, more recently, the Casey Jones Music Fest. I would be remiss not to mention my personal favorite, the Rotary Chili Cook-off. All of these…
Read MoreVoters Elect To Keep Beat System In 2015 Referendum
10 Years Ago, Nov. 5, 2015 – Sixty percent of the voters casting a ballot voted against the unit system in Tuesday’s General Election. The unofficial vote tally was completed just before 9 p.m. as Circuit Clerk Daryl Burney read the numbers in the Water Valley courthouse. The unit vote did not carry a single…
Read MoreWhat’s Cooking In The County
I’ll have to hand it to ole Gaylon Gray — he got me good Monday morning. The supervisors’ meeting was just getting started when Gray leaned over and asked, where everybody in the room could hear, “Can you cook?” I thought a second and said, “Well, I do a little grilling.” He grinned. “Well, you…
Read MoreBlue Devils Undefeated In Region With Win Over Urchins
EAST UNION – Water Valley capped the regular season Thursday night with a 32–22 road win over the East Union Urchins, grinding through a cold, muddy field and a scrappy opponent to stay perfect in Region 2-2A play. The victory lifts the Blue Devils to 8–2 overall and 4–0 in the division, earning them…
Read MoreOakland Plans Full Month of Community Events
Oakland Day was a huge success. Congratulations to the team that pulls this event together each year. Next is the Chamber’s Volunteer Firefighters Appreciation Day on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 9 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Fire Department behind Town Hall on Hickory Street. The fire trucks will be out for the kids to…
Read MoreHelp Wildlife By Letting Your Garden Rest
Fall is such a lovely time to be out in the garden; there are so many last-minute blooms to enjoy before the first frost hits. The other thing that often hits people is the urge to clean up dead and dying debris in the garden. But our native wildlife populations would benefit greatly if we…
Read MoreFamily and Friends Celebrated Mark’s Birthday After Trunk Or Treat
Faye Hartley said they had Mark a birthday party Friday night after Trunk or Treat at the church. She cooked a lot of food, as usual! Those attending were Faye, Kristie, Nathan, Rowland, Mary Brett and McLendon Hartley; Annie, Saylor and Emily Box. Lots of good food, fellowship, and presents. I know Mark loved all…
Read MoreMt. Liberty News
Another busy week has passed us by, and we had such a wonderful time at our Fall Festival! We had a great turnout, and everyone laughed and played the games. We enjoyed chili and desserts and truly appreciate everyone who came out to join us—and those who worked hard to get everything ready. In just…
Read MoreSafe Room Grants Available For County Homeowners
COFFEEVILLE – Yalobusha County Emergency Management officials are encouraging homeowners in the county to apply for a new statewide program that reimburses residents for part of the cost of building FEMA-approved storm shelters. The initiative, launched by the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and funded through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, is open to homeowners…
Read MoreInside The Blue And White
Welcome back to a spooky week inside the halls of Water Valley High School! The students were busy with all kinds of fun and excitement. It’s another great week ahead, so buckle up and enjoy the ride! Football hit the road last week to take on East Union and came home with a huge victory!…
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