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JACKSON – The Mississippi Historic Preservation Professional Review Board has voted to designate the old Walker High School  located on Hwy. 51 south of Oakland as a historic property, a potential catalyst for future development with eligibility for tax credits. Following the state approval, the application was submitted to the United States Department of the…

OAKLAND – The Oakland Christmas Tree lighting and community service is set for 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. The town Christmas tree is located on the grounds of the Oakland Public Library at 324 Holly Street in Oakland. The community service and music will be held at the Oakland Chamber of Commerce offices next door…

Deborah McCool said she had a great day Sunday as she received lots of birthday wishes. It was also her granddaughter’s (Caitlyn) birthday too, she is 22. Deborah can’t believe she is already 22. Deborah’s daughter, Kimberly, and Jason Beavers fed them Domino’s pizza after church. Virginia and Sandy Beavers were there too. Deborah received…

I hope everyone is staying warm as this weather has really turned off cool. We had a pretty good holiday last week, especially with a few days off work. I think our bodies just need a good break sometimes. We have a lot of people sick in our little community. Week before last I had…

It’s was another great week here in the Valley, but not one spent in the halls of Water Valley High School! We celebrated Thanksgiving with break from school. Students did all kinds of things during their time away from school and here’s a look into what a few of my classmates got into! Freshman student…

The Annual Holiday Miniatures show at Bozarts Gallery opens Friday, December 6, with an artists’ reception from 6 to 9 p.m. More than a dozen local artists are showing their talent in small work. Bill Warren, Pati D’Amico, Hanne Gaycken, Michael Maxwell, Nancy Moore, Dane Noonan, Stacey Monteleone, Allison Movitz, Greta Koshenina, Amy Webb, and…

COFFEEVILLE – A pair of weekend shootings in Coffeeville marks the third time in November that law enforcement officers have responded to gunfire on Kennedy Street. Yalobusha County Sheriff Jerimaine Gooch reported that the weekend shootings were at the same residence involving the same victim and remain under investigation. The sheriff also said an investigation…

WATER VALLEY – A food drive coordinated by the sixth grade student council at Davidson Elementary School (DES) culminated with the donation of hundreds of canned goods to the Episcopal Church of the Nativity’ blessing box just in time to make sure it is overflowing for Thanksgiving. DES teacher Chestin Leard reported the student council…

By Jessie Gurner Herald Contributor WATER VALLEY – Water Valley is ready to celebrate in style. On Friday, December 6, from 5 until 8 p.m., downtown will transform into a magical wonderland as the town gathers for the Chamber of Commerce’s much-anticipated Christmas in the Valley. With lights, music, treats, and plenty of holiday cheer,…