Opal Rushing Smith
Opal Rushing Smith April 22, 1941 – April 7, 2026 Opal Rushing Smith, 84, died April 7, 2026, in Biloxi, MS. Opal was born April 22, 1941, in Tylertown to Milton and Merle Rushing. She lived a life marked by creativity, deep faith, and profound love for her family and others. Opal was known as…
Read MoreJambalaya fundraiser for Wesley Martin will be May 2
Jambalaya fundraiser for Wesley Martin will be May 2 A Jambalaya plate fundraiser for Wesley “Bigun” Martin will be held Saturday, May 2, 2026. On February 8, 2026, Wesley was involved in a traumatic motorcycle accident in Caddo, Texas, and was airlifted to Harris Memorial Trauma Center in Fort Worth, TX, where he remained for…
Read More2026 Season opening for Tylertown Farmers Market
2026 Season opening for Tylertown Farmers Market The Tylertown Farmers Market opens Thursday, May 7, 2026, in the Agri-Heritage building behind the downtown Trustmark branch, 106 South Railroad Ave. The market will be open every Tuesday from 7am until 1pm. Shop early for local homegrown vegetables, jams, jellies, baked goods, plants, honey, fresh eggs and…
Read MoreWTYL’S Easter Basket winner
WTYL’S Easter Basket winner Pictured are Robert and Kathy Reid of Jayess. Kathy was the winner of WTYL’s Easter basket giveaway. They have five children, 11 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She said they placed their name for the drawing at Walthall Co-Op’s Garden Center while there picking up tomato plants.
Read MoreAlfredia D. M. Gutter
Alfredia D. M. Gutter Dec. 16, 1960 – March 23, 2026 Alfredia Dinette Marshall “Toosie” Gutter, 65, died March 23, 2026, in Tylertown. She was born Dec. 16, 1960, in Magnolia, MS, to the late Edna and Eddie Eugene Marshall. Gutter found joy and faith at an early age at New Jerusalem MB Church of…
Read MoreYancy “Fat Boy” Guidry Sr.
Yancy “Fat Boy” Guidry Sr. Feb. 15, 1969 – March 23, 2026 Yancy “Fat Boy” Guidry, Sr., 57, of Columbia, died March 23, 2026. He was born Feb. 15, 1969, in Raceland, LA. Guidry is preceded in death by his mother, Beulah Guidry; grandmother, Valerie Guidry, brother, Shane Billiot, Sr.; and stepdaughter, Emily Terrell. Survivors…
Read MoreWalter Ray May
Walter Ray May April 27, 1960 – March 28, 2026 Walter Ray May, 65, of Tylertown, died March 28, 2026, at his residence. He was born on April 27, 1960, in Jayess, MS. Services were April 3, 2026, at Craft-Dillon-Ginn Memorial Chapel. Bro. Laverne Summerline and Pastor Edward Herron officiated the service. Please share online…
Read MoreRocky Hill M.B. Church Pastoral Anniversary will be Sunday, April 19
Rocky Hill M.B. Church Pastoral Anniversary will be Sunday, April 19 Rocky Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 85 Rocky Hill Rd., Tylertown, will celebrate the 26th Pastoral Anniversary, Sunday, April 19, at 1:30 p.m., honoring Pastor Clinton Dillon and First Lady Inola Dillon. Guest speaker will be Rev. Robert McCarthy Sr., of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Tylertown. “Everyone is…
Read MorePleasant Valley COGIC to have Good Friday Service
Pleasant Valley COGIC to have Good Friday Service Pleasant Valley Church of God in Christ, 2194 Matthews Rd., Tylertown, will have a Good Friday Service, “The Seven Last Words of Jesus,” Friday, April 3, at 7 p.m. Speakers will include Brothers and Sisters of Pleasant Valley COGIC. Pastor is Eld. Charlie Jones.
Read MoreUnion Baptist Church Easter Sunrise Service
Union Baptist Church Easter Sunrise Service Union Baptist Church, 345 Hwy. 27 North, Tylertown, welcomes everyone to join them for thier Easter Sunrise Service, April 5, at 6:30 a.m., followed by breakfast and will closeout with a musical “There is a Redeemer.” There are no night services scheduled. If you have questions contact Bro. Moak…
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