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County scrambles for emergency service
• Transcare replaces Emergystat

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Emergystat, an ambulance provider for 23 counties in Mississippi and for six other states, notified local and state authorities around 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, that their insurance would run out by midnight and no service would be available.

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Photo by Ronnie Day

Rodeo ride

Neil Whaley battles to stay on a bucking bull during the Deep South Championship Rodeo held Saturday night at the Marshall County Fairgrounds. The rodeo was produced by J Bar B Rodeo Co.

Board urges closing of club

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

A club where one man was shot dead and two others were injured by gunshots was a topic discussed at last week’s board of supervisors meeting.

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County agrees to help buy rescue truck

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Holly Springs Fire Department is on its way toward acquiring a supply truck that can be used for a variety of purposes.

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County deputies make drug-related arrests

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

A couple living near Potts Camp was arrested last week on drug charges and their two children placed in custody of the Department of Human Services, according to Sheriff Kenny Dickerson.

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Photo by Lawrence White

Young Hawks

Team Bow Wow from Holly Springs Primary recently brought its dribbling and ball-handling skills to the high school basketball court. A few of the youngsters, showing off their skills during halftime of the Hawks’ game, are (from left) Diamond Byers, Destiny Glover and Quenicy Jenes. Leader of Team Bow Wow is P.E. teacher Vicki Rodgers.

Robert Campbell appointed new fire chief at Potts Camp Volunteer FD

Robert Campbell is the new fire chief at the Potts Camp Fire Department. He was appointed January 1. He replaces outgoing chief J.C. Pruitt.

Campbell has been with the all-volunteer fire department for eight years and is the son of Bro. Bobby and Connie Campbell of Red Banks, MS.

Photo by Sue Watson

Three-story science center

Work continues on the new Hamilton Science Center on the Rust College campus in Holly Springs. Construction on the 18,928-square-foot center is ahead of schedule. It should be finished in April or May.

City works to restaff departments

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Two full-time and four part-time positions were filled in the Holly Springs Fire Department last week. And the city is advertising to fill vacant positions in the Street and Building and Grounds departments.

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Police nab burglary suspect

Holly Springs police officers arrested Boyce Waller, 36, of Holly Springs, on burglary charges on January 20, said chief Robert Pearson.

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Byhalia police respond to 35 calls

The Byhalia Police Department responded to 35 calls during the past week.

Chief Gary Looney released the following report – five alarm calls, one motor vehicle accident, one shooting, 10 escorts, two animal-related calls, one juvenile-related call, seven assists, two fires and six miscellaneous calls.

Byhalia police officers also made seven arrests on the following charges:

Three arrests on warrants for failure to appear;
Warrant, embezzlement;
Driving under the influence;
Warrant, uttering forgery.
DUI 1st, careless driving, seatbelt violation.

Hardhats hosting tryouts this week

The Mississippi Hardhats will hold open player tryouts on Friday and Saturday, Febuary 1, 2, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Rust College gym in Holly Springs.

The Hardhats’ open player tryouts provide desiring players the opportunity to earn a spot with the Mississippi Hardhats for the upcoming 2008 basketball season.

Space is limited and it is highly recommended players register early. Contact Kenneth Lester, director of Basketball Operations, Mississippi Hardhats, (662) 871-1719.

Correction

In the article “Christmas Not Forgotten” that ran in section one, page 16, of last week’s issue of The South Reporter, there was an error.

“Elves” with the Division of Economic Assistance of Marshall County Department of Human Services helped distribute gifts for the family in the story.

Chief “elves” Anita Gentry, Mary Ann Warren, Suzanne Lafever and Elizabeth Kriss have helped families with Christmas needs for the last four years.

The Division of Economic Assistance served over 160 families during the 2007 Christmas season.

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