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Man killed; one suspect on loose

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Eddie Isom

Holly Springs police are combing the community for Eddie Isom, one suspect still at large in a killing Sunday evening about 10:15 p.m. at 15 Shadow Lane, according to chief Robert Pearson.

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Dangerous mailboxes hinder projects

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Counties are being put on notice they will not be eligible for federal highway funds to improve roads if dangerous mailboxes are not removed, said Larry Britt, Marshall County engineer.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Amazed by a tiny bird

Youngsters attending last week’s activities at Strawberry Plains Audubon Center get a close-up view of a hummingbird, being held by Bob Sargent.

New record set for hummingbirds, people

Following on the coattails of Hurricane Gustav, clearing skies and cooling temperatures added up to a superb weekend at Strawberry Plains Audubon Center. Record numbers of ruby-throated hummingbirds and the largest crowd ever at the center gathered for the ninth annual Hummingbird Migration Celebration.

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Alliance requests hearing on Methodist’s application

Alliance HealthCare System Inc.’s president, Dr. Kenneth Williams, has requested a hearing to voice concerns about Methodist HealthCare’s certificate of need application for a 100-bed hospital in Olive Branch.

According to Williams, a hospital in Olive Branch would jeopardize the future of Alliance HealthCare System in Marshall County. If the proposed hospital is approved, AHS may be forced to close, Williams said, because an Olive Branch hospital may attract patients who can afford to pay for their care, leaving AHS to care for Medicaid and charity care patients, who often cannot pay their entire bills.

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New science center opens

By BARRY BURLESON
Editor

The new Hamilton Science Center on the campus of Rust College is ready for students.

“We’re in the process of moving into the building,” Dr. David Beckley, president of the college, told Holly Springs Rotary Club members who met there last week. “We’re very excited about this new facility.”

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Photo by Sue Watson

Exhibit Day

The Mississippi Homemaker Volunteers (MHV) Exhibit Day was held Friday on the Marshall County courtsquare. Categories of displays included food preservation, arts and crafts, quilts, home improvement, horticulture, clothing, baked products and home gardening. Pictured are (from left) Fadrie Phillips, Annie Miller and Doris Williamson.

Byhalia companies consider expansions

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Marshall County Industrial Development Authority (IDA) has several activities working in the county, according to interim director Del Stover.

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Supervisors revisit event permits

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors discussed how events approved by the zoning commission can be handled when the activities fall outside the law - provoke the community with loud music, traffic, or ones that serve food and alcohol without a permit.

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City budget about same

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

In an effort to keep taxes from rising, Holly Springs’ proposed budget will be close to what it was last fiscal year, said city clerk Belinda McDonald.

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