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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 MoreSalem youth chicken dinner is Oct. 10
Salem Baptist Church youth are sponsoring a chicken dinner fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the church to raise funds for next year’s youth trip. Tickets are $10, available from youth leader, Stephanie Walker, 601-303-5915, and from church youth. Plates consist of a grilled chicken quarter, green beans, baked beans, bread and cake.…
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 MoreSanta has a mask in 2020 Christmas in the Park ornament
Christmas in the Park, despite coronavirus, is in the works for the year. Part of Tylertown’s annual holiday attraction includes a commemorative ornament issued each year, and the 2020 Christmas in the Park attraction is no different. Available for just $15 from Citizens Bank or The Tylertown Times, this year’s limited edition ornaments are sure…
Read MoreMarion Theater reopens
Columbia’s Marion Theater is open again! Seating is limited to social distancing regulations as allowed by the Centers for Disease Conrol and patrons are asked to mask. For weekly showings call 601-444-9232.
Read MoreDisagreement to be heard by the board, possibly justice court
An incident between two county employees that board of supervisors’ attorney Conrad Mord says will probably be heard in executive session may also end up in justice court, according to an affidavit received prior to review by judges and filing of charges. The incident reportedly involves a disagreement between Cindy Ginn, comptroller of the county,…
Read MorePro wrestling returns to events center, Saturday, Oct. 3
Professional wrestling returns to Tylertown, Saturday, Oct. 3, at Southwest Events Center. Tickets are on sale now to the Tylertown Stampede, Pro Wrestling 225’s Heavyweight Championship Rematch. The card includes Korey Konstantine vs. “Mad Dog” Gil Gracie with Big Ramp; Tim Davis Bull Rope Match; Wild Thing vs. JTM; Amber Rodriguez w/ Big Ramp vs.…
Read MoreDonates 10,000 zip ties for Christmas in Park
Tim Rivers, owner of Cable Tie Supply, LLC, of New Orleans, donated 10,000 industrial zip ties to be used on displays for Christmas in the Park. Tim (right) is shown with 2020 Walthall Chamber of Commerce President, Fred Lambert with four of the 10 packs donated. Tim and his wife, Lina, have a weekend home…
Read MorePositive I.D. of fire victims made
After weeks of uncertainty, the identity of a second victim of a house fire a couple months ago has been officially established by the state medical examiner. Coroner Chris Blackwell says the victim was identified as James Mason. The identity of the other victim, a female, was released earlier by the crime lab. She was…
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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