The Winston County Youth Association is now accepting applications for umpires for the upcoming baseball and softball seasons. Minimum age of applicants is 16 years old. Applications can be picked up at the WCYA office in the Louisville Coliseum, or by calling Angela at (601) 562-3238.

Classes offered

Beginning and advanced welding classes, and beginning and advanced computer classes will be taught at the Winston-Louisville career and technology center (Vo-Tech) beginning in January.

Please call the career and technology center at 773-6152 for more information and to register for these classes.

Wellness Connection to offer ballroom dance

The Wellness Connection of Oktibbeha County Hospital will offer a six-week session of ballroom dance classes for couples beginning, Thursday, January 17.

Barbara Frank will teach classic dances each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. in the OCH HealthPlex Aerobic Studio. Participants will learn dances such as the swing, waltz, rumba, cha cha, and the fox trot.

Those who are interested should pre-register by Wednesday, January 16. The fee for Wellness Connection members is $50 members and non-members is $65. For more information or to register, call 323 WELL (9355).

American Legion to meet

The American Legion meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17 at the Legion Hut

Holy Spirit Conference 2008 to be held

There will be a Holy Spirit conference beginning at 1 p.m., Friday, January 18, 2008 at the Louisville First United Methodist Church. A $10 spaghetti dinner will be served at 6 p.m. The Healing services will begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, January 18 and the final services will begin Saturday, January 19 from 8:30 to 12 p.m.

Winston County Democratic Executive Committee to meet

Please attend a special meeting at 10 a.m on January 19, 2008 at the Court House to discuss Precinct Caucuses. Temporary chairpersons must be appointed and training information must be provided for the February 23, 2008 caucuses at all 12 precincts. This meeting is open to all Democratic residents of Winston County who are interested in building up the party and participating in the political process. For more information contact Clarence Kelly at 773-3651 or 779-1364.

Tour the winter sky at Noxubee Refuge

Join the Friends of Noxubee Refuge for a tour of the winter sky, Mars and the moon. Even if it is cloudy, the group will still look at the constellations of the winter sky and enjoy fellowship with Mississippi's foremost astronomer, Jim Hill, at the second darkest location in Mississippi. Bring warm clothes. Refuge Visitor Center, 5:30 p.m. Saturday January 19.

Class of 73 to meet

The class of 1973 will meet at 3 p.m., January 20, 2008 at the City Hall in Louisville. For more information contact Finis Hendrix at 662-803-0302 or Emma Goss at 662-773-4305.

Dr. King holiday

celebration to be held

The Winston County Branch NAACP will celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday on Monday, January 21, 2008. The celebration will consist of a parade through downtown Louisville and a short program immediately following the parade at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. The parade participants will line up at 9 a.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and the parade will begin at 10 a.m. Parade entry fee is $5.

Nanih Waiya water association to meet

The Nanih Waiya water association will hold their annual meeting on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nanih Waiya Volunteer Fire Department. All interested members are encouraged to attend.

Marriage conference to be held

The Sally Kate Winters Family Services Healthy Marriage initiative invites you to attend a marriage retreat featuring Stained Glass Ministries' Dale and Jena Forehand on January 25-26, 2008. The even is open to all interested couples and admission is free for all registered before January 18, 2008. The even will be held at the Plymouth Bluff Conference Center in Columbus, MS. This event is perfect for any couple wanting to renew and rejuvenate their relationship. For information, contact Rita Tanksley at the Winston County Extension Office, 773-3091.

Sta-Home Health Agency to host Relay for Life fundraiser

Sta-Home Health Agency will host a fish fry on January 25, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plates will consist of two pieces of fish, French fries, coleslaw, and bread. The price is $6 per plate.

For tickets you may call 662-773-9011 or go by the Sta-Home office. Please order tickets by Monday, January 21, 2008.

Jehovah night to be held

The Calvary Apostolic Church Mime Team Jehovah night has been rescheduled for January 20, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. Any silent/dance praise teams interested in performing please contact Robin at (662)803-7624. The church is located at 103 Eiland Ave. Louisville, MS.

ECCC Offers Quickbooks at Louisville

"Introduction in Quickbooks" is being offered at the Louisville High School Vo-Tech through the Louisville/Winston County Chamber of Commerce and is sponsored by the East Central Community College's Small Business Development Center.

Classes will be held on five consecutive Tuesdays beginning on February 5, 2008 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The class is open to the first ten participants who RSVP by January 25, 2008.

Ledale Reynolds will be serving as instructor.

Cost of the class is $125.

To reserve a seat or for more information, contact Ronald B. Westbrook, Director -SBDC, Phone 601-635-6297; Virgie Thames, SBDC assistant, Phone 601-635-6296; or the Louisville/Winston County Chamber of Commerce at 662-773-3921. The email address is rwestbrook@eccc.edu or vthames@eccc.edu.

Bond Water to meet

The annual meeting of the Bond Water Association will be held Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in the annex building of the courthouse.

Way Community Church services

If anyone is looking for a Bible believing church with a contemporary style of worship then "The Way" will begin Services Sunday, February 3 at 9:30 a.m. in Northgate Cinema 4. Everyone's invited.

WCYA holds baseball/softball sign-up

The Winston County Youth Association announces that sign-up for the upcoming baseball and softball seasons has begun. This includes all Buddy Ball, T-Ball, boy's baseball, and girl's softball leagues. It is open to children who are age 5-14. The age cut-off date is May 1. Registration forms will be distributed through the schools, and can be picked up at the WCYA office located in the Louisville Coliseum. The deadline for registration is February 23, 2008.

Relay concert set

Ivan Parker, one of America's most exciting gospel artists, will be in concert at First Methodist Church in Louisville on April 4, 2008. Admission is $15. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life! Seating is limited so get your tickets now by calling 662-724-4244, 662-773-3501, or 773-3366 or mail your check to Nancy Hannah at P.O. Box 388, Louisville, MS 39339.

New AA Meeting to be held

New Alcoholic Anonymous Meeting (AA) starting Monday, November 26 from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. The group will meet once weekly Winston County Voters League Building 317 Vance Street (across from Eiland Middle School) Louisville, MS. The Winston County Voters League is wheelchair accessible and it is a no smoking meeting.

La Leche League

provides help

Looking for information about breastfeeding? La Leche League of Louisville is a volunteer organization which provides breastfeeding information, mother-to-mother support, a lend library, and 24-hour phone help. For more information call Bonnie at 773-3911, Linda 324-3944, or Jennifer 258-3823.

Pictures needed

Louisville Main Street is compiling a Pictorial Living History about Winston County. We need copies (either on CD or paper) of historical photos along with information about the pictures mailed to Preserve Winston County, P.O. Box 551, Louisville, MS 39339 or dropped off at the community house. Please include your phone number with the pictures. We will copy pictures for you at the community house if needed. For more information call 773-3921 or 803-9835.

AA meets

Louisville/Winston County Alcoholics Anonymous meets Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday nights at 7:30 P.M. on the second floor of the community house.

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Capt. John M. Bradley Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans to meet

The Capt. John M. Bradley Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans meets the first Thursday of every month at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Call 662-803-4147 or 662-773-4774 after 6 p.m. for more information.

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