I was honored—and I mean honored—to interview three young people who are helping lead Fellowship of Christian Athletes at schools across Simpson County: Gervin Garcia of Magee High School, Kayli...

Brenda Amason McCall Brenda Amason McCall, 54, passed away on Sun. Sept, 27, 2026 at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. Oct. 1,...

MAGEE, MS – Peoples Bank President and CEO Dennis Ammann is pleased to announce the promotion of Tiffany Mangum to Senior Operations Officer. Tiffany brings 15 years of experience with...

Betty Jean Case, born March 15, 1933, in McComb, Mississippi, lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and a sincere love for others. Betty was the daughter of Ellis...

Every now and then, a story comes across my desk that makes me think, “Now, this is something our folks need to know about!” Jaydee Lane is a senior at...

Kenny Kennedy, 65, passed away on September 16, 2026. He was born to Fred C. Kennedy Sr. and Gloria Jeanette Craft McKissack, on September 20, 1960, in Magee, MS. He...

The Simpson Academy Lady Cougars are South State Champions! The Lady Cougars captured the South State Championship, earning another big accomplishment for the SCA softball program and advancing one step...

Lajuana Ferrell, 70 of Brandon, passed away Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Brandon Community Care Center in Brandon. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Colonial Chapel...

Kayli Smith of Mendenhall and Kaylyn Durr of Magee High School have been selected to serve on the 2026–27 State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. The council gives Mississippi students an...

Statement on Officer-Involved Shootings Today, the Office of the Attorney General announced it has completed the review of three incidents involving officer-involved shootings. These include a September 14, 2025, incident...