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Bank robbers still at large
• Marshall authorities assisting

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The armed robbery of the Abbeville Branch of the Bank of Holly Springs, Tuesday of last week, has garnered lots of interagency support to seek suspects, according to Marshall County Sheriff Kenny Dickerson.

He said Lafayette County authorities asked for assistance soon after a BOLO (be on the look out) was dispatched by Marshall County 911 around 8:20 a.m. November 29.

Three suspects are being sought in the holdup, two who were seen at the bank and a third who likely drove a getaway vehicle, he said.

Manhunt moves to Memphis

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Photos by Barry Burleson

The suspects’ vehicle ended up in the backyard of a residence on Hollow Tree Lane, just off Cayce Road. They ran into the woods.

Two suspects are identified and being sought in Memphis, Tenn., on charges related to flight from authorities in Piperton, Tenn., according to Marshall County Sheriff Kenny Dickerson.

A third suspect is also under scrutiny as a possible passenger in a 2005 smoke-gray Hummer H2, he said.

The saga began about 9 a.m. Friday in Piperton, where the police chief and one of his officers answered a call to a residence concerning a possible break-in.

County may trim project

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Hard economic times are causing the Marshall County Board of Supervisors to rethink the overhaul of the courthouse air and heating system.

Money to pay for part of the cost to redesign the system and ditch the old boiler heating system is available, but supervisors are concerned about obligating the taxpayer for another $190,000 in matching funds.

Clydesdale going to Smithville with holiday food, gifts

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

This is another unusual Christmas for the Clydesdale Christmas Store, which will share its 17th store with the 900 families of Smithville.

The town was wiped out by an April tornado with virtually all buildings gone. City hall is set up in a FEMA trailer.

The Clydesdale committee decided earlier this year to serve dinner to the town’s residents and provide entertainment and Christmas gifts for the children. The store went to Waveland in 2005 following the Hurricane Katrina disaster on the Gulf Coast.

Byhalia Chamber Celebration
• Malone receives Leader of Year award

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Photo by Sue Watson

Mayor Phil Malone is pictured with chamber representatives Leah Grant (left) and Sarah Sawyer.

The top award given by the Byhalia Area Chamber of Commerce went to Mayor Phil Malone, named Leader of the Year during the annual celebration November 17 at Thistledome Inn.

He was praised for setting the pace and modeling positive attitudes.

Photos by Barry Burleson

Grand opening

The parking lot was full and a large crowd on hand as Fred’s Super Dollar in Byhalia celebrated its grand opening Friday. “This is a great community, and it’s wonderful to be here,” said district manager Dave Bonar. “Fred’s mission is to put a smile on every customer’s face.” There were plenty of smiles on opening day as Fred’s handed out $1,000 checks to both Byhalia High School and Byhalia Middle School, a $650 check to Byhalia Elementary School, free Fred’s Super Dollar reusable shopping bags to the first 150 customers and other prizes. The Byhalia High School Band and the Byhalia Middle School pompon squad entertained. Mayor Phil Malone is pictured cutting the ribbon. He is joined by Byhalia Fred’s manager Gail Vaughan and other store personnel, plus community leaders. “We welcome Fred’s,” Mayor Malone said, “and we appreciate your commitment to our community. We hope it leads to more business development.” Landon Pollard, principal at BMS, said the money will likely be used for student incentives for things like high reading levels, honor roll and attendance. “We may also use some to replenish books in our library and explore some new technologies,” he said. Donald Jackson, principal at BHS, said his school would likely use the donation to help with band expenses. Demeka Smith, principal at BES, said, “During the holidays, we try to donate coats and uniforms to those in need in our community. This donation will really help us with that this year.” The new 16,000-square-foot Fred’s Super Dollar is located at 15 East Stonewall Road.

Photo by Barry Burleson

Crazy student section

Many Marshall Academy students were all dressed up and shouting in support of Patriot basketball players for the District 1-AA opener versus North Delta last week. Some of those in the student section are (from left) seniors Jacob McMinn, Cole Davis, Evan Hickman, Tyler Berry and Jake Hurdle.

Main Street asks for long-term lease

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Andy McMillon and John Hargrove are thinking long term about how to make something useful out of the old Powerhouse and waterworks building on East Falconer Street.

McMillon, president of the Holly Springs Main Street Board of Directors, asked the Holly Springs Board of Aldermen for a lease, pending a structural study. Hargrove asked to apply for a Brownsfield grant which would include taking a look at the Powerhouse building.

Christmas edition coming Dec. 15

The South Reporter will publish its Christmas edition, with Letters to Santa, next week. Advertising deadline for holiday greetings is this Thursday, Dec. 8. Call 252-4261 for advertising information.

Holly Springs police respond to 89 calls

Holly Springs police officers took 89 calls last week, according to interim chief John Norman.

One felony arrest was made.

Photo by Lawrence White

Merry Christmas from Rust College

The Holly Jolly Christmas Parade, one of the largest ever as far as entries and spectators, rolled through downtown Holly Springs Saturday evening. Participants in the parade included Valencia L. Rogers (Miss Rust College) and Derrick Price (2011 Mr. Homecoming). See next week’s South Reporter for more photos from the parade, sponsored by the chamber of commerce.

‘Take up your cross and follow me’
• Scott’s journey includes Holly Springs

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

It is said a thousand-mile journey begins with the first step.

For Roy Scott, he could be on a 3,000-mile walk across America. He logged his 1,020th mile in Holly Springs November 15, drawing smiles and sometimes suspicious glances from local residents.

What is unusual about Scott’s walk from ocean to ocean is that he is dragging a 13-foot cross made of 6x8-inch redwood beams. He calls it the Jesus Cross, and it is changing his life every step of the way with the help of his driver, God.

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