Photo by Bob BakkenYouth from the Shueyville, Iowa United Methodist Church help construct new dugouts for the Rust College baseball team as part of the week-long service work at the college.
For the third year, a faith-driven group of Iowa high school students have spent part of their summer doing service work in north Missi
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenCity officials are joined by members of the Henley family for a photo at the grand opening for new playground equipment at Henley Park on Saturday, July 18.
Youngsters have a newly upgraded place to play following the grand opening of brand new playground equipment at William Henley Sr.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Seeking to keep pace with rapid regional growth while safeguarding county infrastructure, the Marshall County Board of Supervisors on M
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenArtist Jamond Bullock stands with his mural creation with the expression of Holly Springs alongside the building at 160 S. Center Street, being renovated to become an event space called "The Anchor."
A fresh visual monument stands at 160 S.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Courtesy PhotoFrom left, Alderwoman Sandra Hodges, Alderman-at-Large Dexter Shipp, George Humphreys, Alderman Jim Moore, and Mayor Charles Terry.
The City of Holly Springs officially renamed the power grid’s oldest substation on July 11 to honor a 90-year-old utility superintenden
County agricultural leaders and producers meet next month as the Marshall County Farm Bureau Federation hosts its 2026 annual meeting.<
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenMarshall County Tax Assessor Barbara Belfoure presents her report to the County Board of Supervisors on Monday, July 6.
Marshall County Tax Assessor Barbara Belfoure reported to the board of supervisors during the Monday, July 6 regular meeting that Marshall County has met its tax assessment roll mil
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenRoad closed signs continue to be set up on state Highway 178 in front of bridges being worked on by Mississippi Department of Transportation. The bridge work is to be completed in the summer of 2028.
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reports that crews are progressing on key road and bridge projects in Marshall and Benton counties.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenFireworks above Holly Springs were the climax for the city's Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3.
The night sky over Holly Springs ignited in a spectacular display of color and sound on Friday, July 3, as thousands of residents gathe
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Manufacturing and engineering giant Jabil plans to open a massive production facility in Marshall County, marking a $119 million corpor
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
A Lamar woman was sentenced Tuesday, June 30 to more than four years in federal prison and ordered to pay over $1.4 million in restitut
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenTroy Levin and First Baptist Church Pastor Leland Johnson are shown ahead of the fireworks show at First Baptist Church in Byhalia on July 4.
For Troy Levin of Byhalia, the perfect Fourth of July involves meticulous staging, a remote transmitter, and a lifelong passion for big explosions.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Courtesy PhotoVarsity players on the 2026 Marshall Academy softball team include, front, from left, Esme Cavender, Katie Lynes, Olivia Smith, Mara Smith, standing, same order, Piper Muizers, Kendall Mathews, Kaylynn Coey, Kyleigh Milliorn, Azley Ashby, Aubrey Brigance, Bailey Thomas and Maddie Hudson.
A new season for a tradition-rich Marshall Academy softball program again brings high expectations.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Photo by Barry Burleson
Kenny Dawkins, who recently retired from professional basketball, was back at his alma mater July 10-11 to host the 14K Training Basket
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Photo by Barry BurlesonTeyuana Reaves of Holly Springs works inside the lane versus a couple of Magnolia Heights players.
The Holly Springs Lady Hawks concluded a beneficial summer on the basketball court with an in-town drive to Marshall Academy for three
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Photo by Barry BurlesonKenny Dawkins
For Kenny Dawkins, it was time to come home and give back to his community.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Pictured are members of the Hammerheads baseball team from Potts Camp that played in the ages 10 under division of the Marshall County
Pictured are members of the Nighthawks baseball team from Hickory Flat that played in the ages 10 and under division of the Marshall Co
Photo by Barry BurlesonCoach Michael Clifton gives some instructions to his Lady Patriots during a summer game.
Summer basketball gives coaches an opportunity to learn a lot more about their basketball teams leading up to a new season.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Pictured are members of the Potts Camp Diamond Divas, a softball team that played in the ages 8 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Pictured are members of the Daisies softball team from Hickory Flat that played in the ages 8 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Pictured are members of the Armor Rebels, a baseball team that played in the ages 6 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Photo by Barry BurlesonMA’s Brayden Thompson goes down low for a catch in a seven-on-seven competition against Rossville.
Coach Jake Hill pulled a line from an old Jerry Reed song when giving a summer update on his Marshall Academy football team.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Kenny Dawkins
Kenny Dawkins, who retired recently from professional basketball, will host a free basketball camp Friday and Saturday, July 10- 11, at the Holly Springs High School gym.
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