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Masking required for schools, beauty salons, barber shops; lifted elsewhere
The latest order from Gov. Tate Reeves lifts the masking requirement for most situations, however, masks are still required on school campuses and inside close-contact businesses such as beauty salons and barber shops. Reeves lifted the order as new virus cases in the state have fallen in the last two months. And although the mask…
Read MoreLocal candidates to appear on Nov. 3 election ballot
The field of local candidates running in the November general election has been finalized with the closing of the qualifying window. Circuit Clerk Vernon Alford said at the close of qualifying the listing of local candidates, including the regular school board election for district five; election commissioners from all five districts; and two special elections–fourth…
Read MoreBeer, liquor will be on Nov. 3 general election ballot; first vote since 1978
For the first time in 42 years Walthall countians will be able to vote on two alcohol referendums in conjunction with the Nov. 3 general election. The Times is carrying legal notices this week pertaining to two upcoming elections dealing with legal sale of alcoholic beverages in the county after the county board of supervisors…
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