Itawamba Community College will enroll new adult education students with a three-day orientation session, Feb. 1-3, at the Belden Center (3200…
At a time when our nation is sharply divided, some on the political left seem determined to drive partisan tensions to a breaking point. This …
It’s high school basketball tourney time across the area.
Every year has been a little different since the beginning of the pandemic and this year is beginning to wear me out and we are only three weeks in.
Those of us who enjoy laughter were deeply saddened by the recent death of comedic actress Betty White.
Often people say home is where your heart is, but there is a great value in knowing that you have your own place to hang your hat. Habitat for…
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Residents in Algoma are now enjoying the convenience of braodband internet service, thanks to We Connect Fiber.
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David Helms
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Classes were cancelled today (Friday, January 14) at North and South Pontotoc Schools but Pontotoc County Superintendent of Education Dr. Broc…
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Pontotoc City School Superintendent Dr. Michelle Bivens announced Thursday morning that Pontotoc City School students will participate in virt…
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Registration for the 2022 spring semester at Itawamba Community College eLearning classes will come to a close this week.
The Pontotoc County Board of Supervisors started their new year with appointments as well as electing a new board president and vice president…
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The Pontotoc Historical Society continues to make renovations to a home that played a central role in Pontotoc's founding and early growth. Ca…
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Itawamba Community College and the Regional Rehabilitation Center have launched an innovative partnership with the addition of free adult educ…
Free COVID-19 vaccines will be available at all Itawamba Community College locations on Jan. 20 for employees, students, their families and th…
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The Continuing Education Department of Itawamba Community College has scheduled several sessions for Preparing for the ACT. All meet on Saturd…
At the January 4 meeting of the Pontotoc Board of Aldermen last week a public hearing was held to consider adoption of an ordinance allowing g…
David Helms
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Who said “a clean dining table is the key to a happy marriage?”
David Helms
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The year 2021 had with it weather patterns that kept us inside beside the fire and outside sweating in the sunshine with rainfall once again s…
Regina Butler
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Pontotoc County Sheriff officials have reported out 20 felony arrests for the month of November. All parties are innocent until proven guilty …
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It’s been a strong year for agriculture in Mississippi, and local experts hope that, when the final numbers are in, Pontotoc County farmers wi…
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