It’s almost a profane word here in Yalobusha County – dare I utter it. Let’s go back a decade, when the system of government the county operates under was the subject of heated discussion. An election was scheduled in November 2015, and voters would decide if they wanted to require the county to operate under…

It’s a Wagner Week…again! Apologies to everyone looking for current town gossip, observations and opinions. All I’ve got is the old stuff because I’m out of town for a family happening. I did attend the Water Valley Homecoming Parade on Thursday and I will tell, observe and opine that our town’s kids and teachers are…

If you ask folks at the Chamber why we love Water Valley, you’d better pack a snack and be prepared to sit down and listen for a while, because we’ve got a lot to say. It’s not one big reason. It’s a whole collection of small, wonderful things that, together, make our town feel like…

10 Years Ago, October 1, 2015 – Dozens of motorcycles were part of the lengthy funeral procession for Johnny Holloway Monday morning. Holloway passed away Sept. 23 at the age of 60. Holloway helped found Dream Riders Biking for Children and was an avid motorcyclist. He was laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery after…

WATER VALLEY – For the first time in city history, every utility pole in Water Valley will be inspected, treated, and digitally mapped after the Water Valley Electric Department approved a bid last week. Actions during the monthly commission meeting also included approving an interconnection agreement with Tallahatchie Valley Electric Power Association (TVEPA) to provide…

One of Oakland’s matriarchs, the delightful Joy Mullen, celebrated her 87th birthday recently! Joy is truly a joy and we wish her many more years of health and happiness. In addition, her granddaughter, Meg Daves, recently battled through a four-hour tennis match and emerged victorious at an ITA Regional Championship Tennis Tournament held in Perkinston,…

A big congratulations to Blake Sides and John Adam Robinson on their marriage Saturday, September 27. I wish you both many years of love and happiness. Beverly and Walter McBride of Marietta, Ga., were at homecoming at Tillatoba Baptist Church Sunday. Also attending were Rich and Jennifer Ross, Margaret Jean Ross, and Erik Bailey. Martha…

Hello and welcome back to another week of Inside The Blue and White! I’m so greatly grateful for you coming back and this week’s News from the halls of Water Valley High School! This week was full with students dressing up and school spirit ! The Lady Blue Devils volleyball had a tough week on…

WATER VALLEY – In their first meeting with Vardaman since 1955, the Water Valley Blue Devils turned the night into a showcase of offense, defense, and special teams, rolling to a 41-8 victory at Bobby Clark Field last Friday night. The win pushed the Devils to 4-1 on the season and gave them the momentum…