Glenda ‘Ruth’ Crawford
Glenda ‘Ruth’ Crawford June 17, 1945 – Nov. 10, 2024 Glenda “Ruth” Jones Crawford, 79, New Carney, TX, native of Walthall County, died Nov. 10, 2024. She was born June 17, 1945, in Tylertown to the late John Henry Jones and Tempie Lee McGee Jones. After graduating from JJ Gulledge Memorial High School and continued her…
Read MoreTown’s ‘Parade of Lights” Tuesday, Dec. 3
The Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade committee is seeking entries for the annual Christmas parade, Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m. The annual event, which serves to bring Santa Claus to town riding the Chamber’s sleigh, guided by reindeer as the final float in Tylertown’s “Parade of Lights” that will step off promptly at 5:30…
Read MoreTake advantage of holiday sales
A number of Tylertown stores are taking part in Friday’s townwide holiday sale. Storeowners have compiled a big selection of Christmas gifting ideas chosen especially for the Christmas season at attractive prices. Each year the Chamber of local stores cooperate by displaying all new gift ideas suitable for everyone in the family. Many stores are…
Read MoreInvestigation, interviews still going on after Nov. 16 party
Investigators continue gathering evidence into a mass shooting at a Nov. 16 party that resulted in the death of 23-year-old Laurion Magee, and the wounding of at least three others. Chief Deputy Toney Rushing said the sheriff’s office is still tracking down and interviewing those who attended the gathering of several hundred in an open…
Read MoreSpeedy Andrews
Speedy Andrews Feb. 16, 1944 – Nov. 19, 2024 Joe Speedy Andrews, 80, of Tylertown, died Nov. 19, 2024, at his residence. He was born Feb. 16, 1944, in Tylertown. Funeral services were Nov. 21, 2024, at Salem Baptist Church, Bro. Mark Wicker officiating, burial in Elliott Cemetery. Andrews was a life long member of…
Read MoreElsie Sutton
Elsie Sutton Oct. 15, 1934 – Nov. 6, 2024 Elsie Payne Sutton, born Oct. 15, 1934, died Nov. 6, 2024. She was the daughter of Nelson and Lelia Payne, both deceased. After graduating from Tylertown High School she went to work for Shell Oil Co. Later on she got married to Mr. George and they…
Read MoreChiefs season ends with loss to Jefferson County
Tylertown Chiefs lost in the second round of the state 3A playoffs to end their season while Jefferson County advances to the third round to play Magee this Friday night. Jefferson County defeated the Chiefs 38-20 Friday night at Fayette. With 10 minutes remining in the first quarter, Jefferson County intercepted a Chiefs pass to…
Read MoreOne dead, several injured in gunfight at party
A woman was killed during a shooting at a party in Walthall County just prior to midnight Saturday. Sheriff Kyle Breland said a party was underway on Sunlight Church Road when a gunfight broke out and multiple shots were fired. In addition to the deceased, Breland said at least three others were injured by gunfire.…
Read MoreChristmas Open House Thursday at several downtown stores
Many Tylertown stores are offering special gift pricing, some are offering light refreshments and others plan to remain open until 7 this Thursday for the town’s Holiday Open House. Local businesses are cooperating with the Walthall Chamber of Commerce Thursday, allowing holiday shoppers an early look at what is available from hometown stores. Participating businesses…
Read MoreOttis Robbins
Ottis Robbins Dec. 11, 1950- Nov. 10, 2024 Ottis Lee Robbins, 73, of Tylertown, died Nov. 10, 2024 He was born Dec. 11, 1950 in Ripley. He was preceded in death by his father, Ottis A Robbins; mother, Emma Francis Jackson Breaux; and sister, Debra Robbins. Funeral services were Nov. 14, 2024, at New Zion…
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