News of the Past by C.J. Johnson

June 7, 2012

100 Years Ago – June 7, 1912 NOXAPATER: Misses Josie Worthy and Otis Kilpatrick, students of Blue Mountain College, came home this week to spend their vacation. – Miss Willie Atkinson of Louisville spent Sunday here, guest of Miss Ora Crawford. – Miss Bessie Lewis of Rocky Hill community was a guest of Mrs....

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Friends of Legion State Park plan membership drive and picnic

June 7, 2012

From press reports On June 14, the Friends of Legion State Park will sponsor a membership drive and a picnic. It will start at 5 p.m. beginning with a commemoration of the 75th year for Legion Lodge. This building has stood the test of time and it holds many memories of dances, reunions, parties,...

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RHAA Student Art Competition 2012 winners

June 7, 2012

By Joseph McCain The Winston County Journal The Red Hills Art Association showcased another year of talented young artist with its 11th annual RHAA Student Art Competition held Saturday, April 21. Local young artist were awarded May 4 for their efforts in creativity and artisitic form. “We are so impressed by all the work,”...

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REPM hosts Chancery Clerk

June 7, 2012

From staff reports Winston County Chancery Clerk Julie Cunningham recently spoke to the Retired Education Personnel of Mississippi (REPM )about her job duties and what they detail. “The title Chancery Clerk does not adequately describe the various duties and responsibilities attendant to the office,” Cunningham said. The duties of the Chancery Clerk include: custodian...

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Education notes

June 7, 2012

Mississippi College recognizes local The Office of Academic Affairs for Mississippi College has released its list of academic scholars for the 2012 spring semester. Named from the local area: PRESIDENT’S LIST: To be eligible for the President’s List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a 4.0 system. The student...

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Rogers selected as Class 1A Coach of the Year

June 7, 2012

From staff reports The Nanih Waiya Warriors baseball team continues to receive accolades for their success this past season. The Mississippi Association of Coaches selected the Class 1A All- State Baseball Team for 2012. Taking the Class 1A Player of the Year was Nanih Waiya’s own Colby Eaves, while Head Coach Tyler Rogers was...

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CAPPS ‘Summer Jam’ program begins

June 7, 2012

By Daniel Brunty The Winston County Journal CAPPS (Changing Academic Performance & Promoting Success) began their “Summer Jam” program this past Monday at the campuses of Eiland Middle School, Nanih Waiya, and Noxapater schools. This is the third year that the summer program has been hosted, as well as the fourth year of CAPPS...

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Calendar of Events

June 7, 2012

VBS in Weir June 6 Vacation Bible School at Weir Baptist Church–460 Main Street, Weir, MS 39772 June 6, 7, 8 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) 9 am to 2 pm Pre-K through 6th grades Youth Night June 7th (Thursday) beginning at 7 p.m. Granite Works ribbon cutting June 8 Mississippi Granite Works will host a...

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Area residents graduate from MUW 2012

June 7, 2012

The following students graduated in May from Mississippi University for Women. Kimberly Blackwell , a resident of Louisville, MS graduated with a/ an BSN . Crystal Blair , a resident of Lousiville, MS graduated with a/an MS . Angela Boyd , a resident of Louisville, MS graduated with a/an BSN . Kali Dempsey, a...

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