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Citizens seek input on cemetery work

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Some Holly Springs residents expressed concerns about upcoming restoration projects at Hill Crest Cemetery during the June 5 board of aldermen meeting.

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Brown’s name on ballot

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Incumbent Justice Court Judge Eugene D. Brown Jr. will be on the Democratic ticket as a candidate for judge for the Northern District of Marshall County in the August 7 primary election, according to circuit clerk Lucy Carpenter.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Teams take their lap
Carlisle’s Big Star, top fund-raiser, and other Relay for Life teams walk the track during kickoff festivities Friday evening at Sam Coopwood Park.

Relay sets record; $58,000 raised

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

One of the largest crowds ever turned out for the Marshall County chapter of the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life celebration Friday at Sam Coopwood Park.

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Suspects sought in invasions, robberies

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Marshall County authorities are seeking any information the public may have connected to two home invasion/armed robbery incidents this week in the Byhalia and Red Banks areas, according to Sheriff Kenny Dickerson.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Have you noticed?
Holly Springs police officers are sporting a new addition to their uniforms - police hats. Shown from left are officer Stan Graham, chief Robert Pearson and officer Brenda Pruitt.

Ribbon cutting
Photos by Sue Watson
Gene Carlisle, owner of about 100 Wendy’s franchises, 68 in Mississippi locations, was welcomed to Holly Springs by the local chamber of commerce and mayor and board of aldermen during grand opening ceremonies Thursday. Carlisle said he wanted to open a Wendy’s in Holly Springs five years ago but the rights were held up. He expects the Holly Springs store to do about $1.5 million a year in business.
“There are some wonderful people here, a wonderful community, and this is a great location,” he said. “We hope to serve you well, be good citizens and work with your city.” Afterward, guests were treated to a free meal. (Top) Krystal Ejimofor is dressed as Wendy for the occasion. Above, Carlisle presents a gift to Mayor Andre’ DeBerry for the city’s work and cooperation.

Police respond to variety of calls

The Holly Springs Police Department responded to 54 calls last week.

Chief Robert Pearson released the following report – proof of no insurance, 12; expired tag/no tag, three; no driver’s license or expired license, seven; driving while license suspended, 10; seatbelt violation, 10; disregard for traffic, three; loud music, one; loitering, one; malicious mischief, one; domestic violence, two; shoplifting, two; stalking, one; possession of controlled substance, one.

Anyone having information regarding any crime committed in Holly Springs/Marshall County, please contact the police department at 662-252-2122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-729-2169. Authorities do not need your name, just your information. The caller may be entitled to a reward of up to $1,000.

To be a member of the Marshall County Crime Stoppers organization, please contact detective Elijah Wilson at 662-252-2122.

Rotary scholarship winners
The Rotary Club of Holly Springs awarded scholarships this year to Whitley Jefferson, a graduate of Holly Springs High School, and Brittany Matthews, a graduate of Marshall Academy. From left are Ki Jones with the club’s scholarship committee, Jefferson, Matthews and club vice president Greg Taylor.

Supervisors get behind road/bridge projects

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors pressed ahead on road and bridge projects as the construction season gets into full swing.

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