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Deadline Aug. 29 to appeal valuations

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Property value notices were mailed to residents, businesses and industries last week by the tax assessor’s office, and most saw a substantial increase of about 20 percent or more.

It is all the result of the first statewide reappraisal of property in six years, according to tax assessor Juanita Dillard.

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Planning nixes Safehaven for men

Photo by Sue Watson

Concerned citizens

Monet Autry raises her hand to ask a question as part of a crowd on hand during last week’s county planning commission meeting.

• Group expected to appeal decision to supervisors

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Marshall County Planning Commission said no Thursday to a group who wants to put a transitional home for former inmates near a subdivision. A large group of residents living in the area voiced opposition to the move at the meeting.

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Police probe stabbing incident

A stabbing incident under investigation by the Holly Springs Police Department found three men being treated at Alliance Healthcare System, according to chief Robert Pearson.

The investigation began after officers responded to a call from the hospital Saturday, Aug. 16. They learned that 25-year-old Cortez Cowan, of Holly Springs, was being treated for three stab wounds, one on the arm and two on the right side of his body, Pearson said.

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AT&T asks to offer video to Holly Springs

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Gunner Goad, area manager for AT&T of North Mississippi, visited the Holly Springs Board of Aldermen August 4 to request that his company be allowed to deliver video service over the phone wires.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Cleaning up alley

The Holly Springs Buildings and Grounds Department spent Monday cutting grass and brush and picking up bottles and trash in the North Center Street alley. Mayor Andre’ DeBerry said the cleanup of streets and yards will continue to include some side streets as far north as Park Street. After the streets are washed, he said, he will talk with business owners to encourage them to keep their businesses and grounds attractive. DeBerry said the alley condition has been hurting the image of Holly Springs. Groundsmen said they hauled four truck beds of trash, bottles, grass clippings and limbs from behind one business. Pete Patino operates the claw while street worker Charles Sellers, backhoe operator, observes old shed material being removed from an area. The backhoe was used to loosen the collapsed old shed which had been mostly buried in soil.

St. Mary, CADET, Holy Family celebrate 60th anniversary and seventh school reunion

Holy Family school will host an assembly on Friday, August 29, at 1 p.m., to kick off the school’s 60th anniversary celebration.

Students, teachers, alumni and friends will assemble to hear a PowerPoint presentation on the schools’ history. The St. Mary, CADET, and Holy Family alumni will continue the celebrating at 7 p.m. with a meet-and-greet fish fry at Annie’s Restaurant. Reunion celebration activities will continue over the weekend. The alumni hosts a reunion here every three years. This year marks the seventh reunion.

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Congressman comes to county
• Travis Childers visits Williams Medical Clinic

Congressman Travis Childers visited rural health care centers throughout Mississippi’s First Congressional District last week as part of National Health Care Week.

Photo by Barry Burleson

Holly Springs

Pictured at Williams Medical Clinic are (from left) Perry Williams, Dr. David Pizzimenti, Regina Williams, Congressman Travis Childers and Dr. Kenneth Williams.

The Congressman’s visits included tours of facilities in Marshall, Benton, Itawamba and Monroe counties.

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County hears budget requests

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors held a budget meeting July 28 to discuss requests, but since the county assessed valuation was not yet available from the tax assessor’s office, the board postponed action on a number of items on the agenda.

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Deadline August 22 for Hummingbird Art Contest

A Hummingbird Art Contest is being sponsored by Strawberry Plains Center and the Marshall County Library.

Contest is open to all children ages 6 to 15.

Prizes will be awarded in three age categories: 6 - 8, 9 - 11, and 12 - 15 year olds.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Campaign stop

Ronnie Musgrove, former governor of the State of Mississippi, brought his campaign for the U.S. Senate to Marshall County Monday. Musgrove (left) is pictured talking with a group of residents gathered at the courthouse in Holly Springs, including Fred Carlisle. The Democratic candidate also visited DeSoto and Tate counties in the Northwest Mississippi tour.

More people putting up fresh produce

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

It can’t be said it’s a back to earth movement, yet, but more people are hedging their bets on the economy this year by freezing and canning produce.

Seed sales were on the rise nationally this year as more people planted gardens, according to Mayo Seed Company and Burpee & Company.

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Byhalia police respond to variety of calls

The Byhalia Police Department responded to 28 calls during the past week.

Chief Gary Looney released the following report – five alarm calls, three motor vehicle accidents, one disturbance, one domestic call, one theft, two escorts, four assists, one medical assistance, one fire, eight miscellaneous calls and one report of damaged property.

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

Theft, wanted person, Memphis Police Department.
Warrant, simple assault.
Four times uttering forgery.
Warrant, domestic violence, simple assault.
Warrant, Holly Springs Police Department.
Warrant, Byhalia, failure to appear.
Warrant, Olive Branch Police Department.
Warrant, violation of probation, driving while license suspended, open container, no insurance.

Annual Kudzu Festival Oct. 22-25 in downtown Holly Springs

Plans are shaping up for the 20th Annual Kudzu Festival on the square in Holly Springs October 22 through October 25. The many aspects of the festival are aimed at providing something for everyone, so make plans to attend and enjoy the festivities.

Activities include carnival, crafts, barbecue. 5K run, entertainment and much more. For more information, call the chamber of commerce, 662-252-2943.

Classes can register for Kid’s Day

In anticipation of the ninth Annual Hummingbird Migration Celebration, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center would like to invite local teachers and students in grades 2 to 8 to register for Kid’s Day on Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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Stratmon publishes autobiography

Dr. David L. Stratmon Sr., professor at Rust College, has published his autobiography.

“Historians might like to know how a little, poor, barefoot, black boy could come out of high school in a remote part of North Carolina, achieve a higher education in Michigan and travel around the world as a diplomat.” (Excerpt from the Introduction).

From his early years on through his accomplishments and trials in Africa, Europe and the Middle East, Dr. Stratmon has perservered and prevailed. An outstanding student, he was an eminent diplomat. His book -- “From A Small Town To The World -- My Story,” reviews his accomplishments and trials.

Dr. Stratmon is married to Dr. Lillian Jean Stratmon, also a professor at Rust College. Dr. Stratmon has dedicated his book to her.

“My Story” is available through Xlibris. You may order by phone, 888-795-4274, ext. 7876, or order online at www.xlibris.com; www.amazon.com, www.bn.com, www.borders.com or visit your local bookstore.

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