Bernice Seals
Bernice Seals Nov. 28, 1932 – Feb. 28, 2024 Bernice Melton Seals, 91, of Tylertown, died Feb. 28, 2024, at Billdora Senior Care. She was born Nov. 28, 1932, in Walthall County. Funeral services were March 7, 2024, at Capps Funeral Home, burial in the Seals Cemetery, Eld. Jason L. Skipper and Bro. Jim Thornhill…
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Dave Simpson June 1, 1940 – Feb. 25, 2024 William David Simpson, 83, of Tylertown, died Feb. 25, 2024, at his residence. He was born June 1, 1940, in Flint, MI, to the late Richard and Addie Mae Simpson. He was a lifelong resident of Flint, MI, until moving with his wife to her hometown…
Read MorePeggy Barnes
Peggy Barnes April 22, 1950 – March 4, 2024 Peggy Sue Barnes, 73, of Tylertown, died March 4, 2024, at her residence. She was born April 22, 1950, in Tylertown. Funeral services were March 8, 2024, at Hartman-Hughes Funeral Home, burial in Centerville Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery (Dexter), Bro. Tom Hudnall and Eld. Jason…
Read MoreMaxy Hill
Maxy Hill May 7, 1945 – March 6, 2024 Maxy Devon Hill, 78, of Tylertown, died March 6, 2024. He was born May 7, 1945, to the late Bobbie and Goldie J Hill. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wives Lyndel Rose Hill and Linda Kay Hill; half-brothers Robert E.…
Read MoreBrent Johnson
Brent Johnson May 31, 1959 – March 3, 2024 Brent Alan Johnson, 64, of Tylertown, died March 3, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 31, 1959, to the late Evon E. and Dorothy J Johnson. A graveside service was March 6, 2024, at Fortenberry Cemetery in Tylertown, Bro. Zachary Smith officiating. Johnson was…
Read MoreDaylight saving time returns March 10
Daylight saving time takes effect Sunday, March 10, at 2 a.m. Most residents will opt for moving their clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday night in order to be on time for Sunday activities. “Spring forward, fall back” is the phrase used to remind people how to set their clocks for the…
Read MorePrimary elections on March 12
The Democratic and Republican primary election takes place Tuesday, March 12. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Voters who qualify as absentee voters may cast their ballots at the circuit clerk’s office from 8-5 weekdays and from 8-noon Saturday. Voters must present identification. They will be asked which party ballot they…
Read MoreSchool board gives okay to repair on THS building damaged by storm
In order to save time and get operation back to normal with as little time loss as possible, the county school board gave their okay to repair and reconstruction of the one-time THS computer technology building, now used for alternative school. The building was heavily damaged by high winds that took the roof off the…
Read MoreTylertown advances in 3A State hoops playoffs with 58-44 win at Noxubee County
By Scott Boyd [email protected] The Tylertown Chiefs put together a strong second half last Saturday night for a 58-44 road win in the 3A South State playoffs at Noxubee County High. The Chiefs, 19-3, advanced to play Port Gibson in a third round game Friday night (Feb. 23) at 7 p.m., at Holmes Community College.…
Read MoreGrace Huhn
Grace Huhn Jan. 10, 1935 – March 4, 2024 Grace Boyd Huhn, 89, of the Enon Community in Walthall County died at Forrest General Hospital on March 4, 2024. Visitation is set Friday, March 8, at 10 a.m. at Enon Baptist Church, and the memorial service will begin at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow in…
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