Trump names Blair, Kushner, Rubio, Witkoff to Gaza “Board of Peace” – National & International News – FRI 16Jan2026
Trump names Blair, Kushner, Rubio, Witkoff to Gaza “Board of Peace”. Peace elusive in Gaza since “ceasefire” began.
Steve Patterson: Have you ever seen a turtle sitting on a fence post?
Guest Author Steve Patterson recalls that Jim Buck Ross taught him a useful life lesson about the various benefits of asking for, and accepting, help from others when you need it.
Aldermen, department chiefs bid farewell to Alderman Kevin Dale White on his retirement (1-6-2025)
The board showed their appreciation for Kevin Dale White, who is retiring his position as Ward 3 Alderman. A special meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 12, at 5:30P.M. to set a date for a special election for Ward 3 Alderman.
Two area players among ten Tigers who obtained All-Conference Honors
Two area players were among ten Northeast Mississippi Community College winners of All-Conference MACCC football honors.
Birney Imes discusses ‘A Photographer’s Journey’ at first Museum Moments of 2026
Birney Imes of Columbus, MS, will discuss his 20 years of roaming and photographing Mississippi’s people & places. This first 2026 Museum Moments event is free and open to the public, January 15 at UCHM.
Mary Miller, 97
Service announced in memory of Mary Miller, 97.
Erin Austin Abbott: Using individual creativity to grow small towns in positive directions
Author Erin Austin Abbott discusses ideas for creatively and thoughtfully growing small towns in ways to make them desirable for both long-time residents and newcomers.
Steve Patterson: I’M IN LOVE WITH A WOMAN I NEVER MET!
Guest Author Steve Patterson has found a rare new love who has affected him greatly. Her beautifully written Pulitzer-winning book is about family and history and love and grace. He hopes you will love her, too.
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