Photo by Bob BakkenFrom left, Holly Springs Alderman-at-Large Dexter Shipp, Mayor Charles Terry, and City Attorney J. Keith Perry Jr. answered media questions following the Monday. Aug. 10 court decision to name consultant Michael Watson as receiver for the Holly Springs Utility Department.
Judge Lawrence “Larry” Little of Mississippi’s 18th Chancery Court District, on Monday, Aug.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Holly Springs Police are investigating a reported breaking and entering incident at the Holly Springs Tourism Office, 127 Van Dorn Aven
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenThe now-retired Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Col. David Cook receives greetings from well-wishers during the retirement celebration held in Holly Springs on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 9.
Friends, family, and law enforcement colleagues gathered at 940 Outdoor and Co. on Sunday, Aug.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Courtesy photoThree-year-old Ava Evans of Holly Springs is in the quarterfinals of Hasbro's Toddler of the Year contest, an online competition that raises funds for Toys for Tots.
A three-year-old Holly Springs girl is making national waves as she advances into the quarterfinals of the Hasbro-sponsored Toddler of
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Photo by Bob BakkenLong-time Acme Brick employee Wade Hightower (left) is shown with plant supervisor Tony Glover at the Holly Springs plant, where Hightower has been working for 55 years.
In an era where national job turnover happens every few years, Wade Hightower has built a half-century legacy on stability, hard work,
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
Tate County Sheriff's Office photoLloyd Randall Hughes
A Holly Springs man remained behind bars without bond following a fatal afternoon shooting in Coldwater on Wednesday, July 29.
By BOB BAKKEN Editor
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
Five of Marshall Academy’s seven softball games last week were decided by one run, with the Lady Patriots winning four of those and tak
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Courtesy photoJ'Niya Tallie leads the instruction at her annual basketball camp.
The third annual J’Niya Tallie Fundamental Basketball Camp was a huge success.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Pictured are members of the Ferrell's Heavy Hitters baseball team, from Potts Camp, that played in the 12 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Pictured are members of the Hickory Flat Heroes baseball team that played in the 8 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Photo by Barry BurlesonAssistants Yancy Odom and Keith Owens coach the linemen in preseason practice.
The first week of practice revealed a lot to coach Jake Hill about his football team, and this week’s jamboree will show him more.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Photo by Bob BakkenBailey Thomas leaves third base on her way to score the Lady Patriots' second run of the game as head coach Jamie Rappa looks on.
The Marshall Academy softball team started a new season in fine fashion.
By BARRY BURLESON Contributing Writer
Pictured are members of the Hickory Flat Rebels baseball team that played in the ages 12 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
Pictured are members of the Braves baseball team, from Potts Camp, that played in the 10 and under division of the Marshall County Sports League.
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
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