Keonnis Davis signs with JCC
Keonnis Davis signs with JCC Tylertown Chiefs Quarterback, Keonnis Davis signs with Jones Community College. Pictured from left, standing, Dr. Osborne Holmes Jr., Athletic Director and Head Football Coach; Coach Andy Davis, Wide Receiver’s/ Defensive Backs; Coach Oliver Magee Jr., Defensive Coordinator; sitting, Keonnis Davis, Chief’s QB.
Read MoreBrent A. Boyd
Brent A. Boyd March 9, 1949 – Jan. 31, 2026 Brent A. Boyd, 76, of Tylertown, died Jan. 31, 2026. Brent was born March 9, 1949, in Tylertown, to Frank and Faye Boyd. From an early age, he was driven by a desire to serve others, volunteering on mission trips to help build churches and…
Read MoreG.C. “Three” Blake III
G.C. “Three” Blake III Oct. 4, 1964 – Feb. 1, 2026 G. C. “Three” Blake, III was born Oct. 4, 1964, to Clinton Blake, Jr and Sylvia Williams Blake in Bogalusa, LA. He died Feb. 1, 2026, after a two-year battle with cancer. Three attended Walthall Academy, during his childhood and teen years. He was…
Read MoreRobert “Kinky’ Brock Miller
Robert “Kinky’ Brock Miller Robert “Kinky” Brock Miller, age 65, of Ruston, LA, died Jan. 27, 2026. Robert was preceded in death by his father, Gaylon Ray Miller; brother Danny Miller; and sister Wondra “Sissy” McMillan. He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Miller; daughter, Carrie Miller, and her partner, Jeff Liner; son, Daniel Miller,…
Read MoreKenneth Brown
Kenneth Brown June 6, 1961 – Jan. 25, 2026 Kenneth Brown, 64, Franklinton, LA, died Jan. 25, 2026, in Covington, LA. He was born June 6, 1961, in Chicago, IL, to George and Irene Brown. He attended Fort Dear Elementary School and later Chicago Vocational High School, where he played on the football team. At a…
Read MoreJordan Anthony Joins Jesse Owens in Legacy of Champions
Jordan Anthony Joins Jesse Owens in Legacy of Champions By Cathy Chance Harvey The year 2026 marks not only the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence but also the 100th anniversary of the national celebration of Black history. In February 1926 American historian and founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and…
Read MoreChange of date for Historical Society Meeting
Change of date for Historical Society Meeting By Cathy Chance Harvey Due to the Walthall County Public Library recently issuing notice of a change of policy that discontinues use of their meeting room after 5:30 p.m., the Walthall County Historical Society has re-scheduled its February meeting to Thursday, February 26, from 12 noon to 1…
Read MoreWalthall Republican Women to host meeting, Feb. 12
Walthall Republican Women to host meeting, Feb. 12 By Martha Sumrall Voters of Walthall County are facing two current issues: A Chancery Court Judge for our new judicial district and the probability of School Choice. The Walthall County Republican Women are providing you with an opportunity to meet and discuss these issues with State Rep.…
Read MoreJaubert, Pittman, McCaffrey awards presented
Jaubert, Pittman, McCaffrey awards presented Three countians were honored by the Walthall Chamber of Commerce Saturday night for their contributions to the community through their civic involvement and in educating students. The three were chosen by Chamber directors after nominations were turned in last year. Susan Bracey, 2025 Ilene Jaubert Award winner … The Ilene…
Read MoreJonathan Mark Sr.
Jonathan Mark Sr. Jan. 14, 1953 – Jan. 21, 2026 Jonathan Mark, Sr., 73, a Tylertown native, died Jan. 21, 2026, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson. He was born Jan. 14, 1953, in Tylertown, to the late Ollie Mae Bell Peters and Jessie Mark. Jonathan was the eldest of five children. He married Mae…
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