OpinionFielder’s Choice By Barry Burleson Memorable road trip We made another one of those whirlwind trips Thursday of last week. It
all started a few weeks back when my good friends at the Mississippi
Press Association sent an e-mail about a retirement reception for Patsy
Speights, editor of the Prentiss Headlight. Full Story
Close to Nowhere By Linda Jones Construction - a fact of life Last
Wednesday (the 11th) when I left work, Craft Street/Highway 7 was a
mess! I pulled into Liddy’s drugstore and wasn’t sure if I was going to
get in and then it was really nasty getting out of the parking lot. I
imagine all those businesses up and down the road have been very
anxious for the construction to be over. I certainly was and I just
drive on that street. Full Story
The Preacher’s Corner By Rev. Dr. Milton Winter We do not say our prayers alone... One
Sunday as I arrived early and placed my key in the church door, I
noticed a spider had made her web all over the doorknob and lock. This
is never a good sign if you want to advertise an active church! But it
is the truth, and I stopped to observe the spider which was lurking in
the shadows, waiting for her prey. She was a wolf spider—absolutely
harmless, but ferocious in appearance. One often sees them in crevices
in brickwork or door facings. Of course, when my key touched the lock,
the spider scurried to a safe hideaway. Full Story
Letters To The Editor Join our group: Dear Editor: In keeping with National Volunteer Week, I would like to recognize the volunteers for the Marshall County Humane Society. To
the group who cleans the kennels, day in and week out, in order to
provide a healthy environment for the dogs and cats, your efforts are
appreciated. To the group who gives so effortlessly to support
the Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program, your commitment to addressing animal
overpopulation, your dedication is valued. Full Story
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