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Daily Corinthian Vol. 118, No. 22
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• Corinth, Mississippi • 16 pages • 1 section
Crossroads area fights severe cold BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
Brr, it’s cold outside. North Mississippi continued to experience below average cold temperatures as another front pushed into the area on Friday. “It was very cold across the entire state,� said National Weather Service forecaster Mike Edmonston. “The coldest
pocket of air was in the North to Central part of the state.� According to corinthweather. com, Friday’s low temperature was recorded at 6 degrees. The high temperature for the day reached 30 degrees. Temperatures today and Sunday will hover in the mid 50s for day time highs and drop into the mid 20s for night time lows.
The mild temps will be short lived with the arrival of another arctic cold front Sunday night. “As we have all these fronts line up, our winds shift to the south and that warms things up pretty quickly,� meteorologist Ken Graham said. Forecasters predict Monday’s low temperature will drop to 10 degrees, however some areas may register single digit num-
bers. Monday will be clear and partly cloudy with a high of 34 degrees. Tuesday’s high temperature is forecasted to be near 24, with an over night low of 7. Temperatures won’t climb much on Wednesday with a forecasted low of around 17 and a high near 24. “There’s been several weeks
of this, these fronts are a little more frequent than the fronts we’re normally accustomed to,� Graham said. The National Weather Service also warned of an elevated fire danger as dry weather coupled with wind gusts blanket the area over the next 5 to ten days. The Associated Press contributed to this story.
Blood supply still at a critical level BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
Staff photo by Zack Steen
Candy Drive
Region IV Mental Health Executive Director Charlie Stearman meets with the Knights of Columbus Council 8912 treasurer Bill Geer and financial secretary Tommy Thompson on Friday. The local Knights of Columbus chapter members presented Stearman with a check for $2,803.96. The amount represented 75 percent of total contributions raised during the annual Knights of Columbus Candy Drive fundraiser held in October 2013. The money will help purchase a vehicle on state contract for use by Region IV Mental Health. The remaining 25 percent will support both local and statewide individuals with special needs.
Give the gift of life and be a hero to someone in need–– give blood. With inventory at a critical low, citizens are urged to help replenish the much needed supply. Kossuth High School is doing their part to help out. The school will hold a blood drive on Jan. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. According to United Blood Services, there is a desperate need for all blood types at this time. Shortages include the following; O positive: -213 pints, O negative: -98 pints, A negative: -42 pints, A positive: -20 pints, B negative: -36 pints and
B positive: -23 pints. AB positive and AB negative donors are also needed for plasma donations. “In addition to our current inventory deficiency, we continue to have patient issues that are causing a strain on our ability to get our inventory levels back to a safe level, said UBS. “ We currently have a O positive bleeder within our area.� Stop by Kossuth High School on donation day and help restock the volumes needed. (Call 662-842-8871 Ext.3009 or visit the website at www. bloodhero.com for more information on qualifying to donate, scheduling an appointment, or locating a blood drive in your community.)
Simple steps can protect vehicles from cold weather BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
Temperatures continue to plummet and each day, more motorists are getting stranded. While some breakdowns are inevitable, there are steps to help lesson the likelihood of vehicle malfunctions. With the winter season now in full swing, it is just as crucial to weather proof our rides as it is ourselves. Auto Zone recommended checking anti-freeze, making sure that it is full and that it’s mixed properly. Mechanic, Tommy Maness
echoed their sentiments. “Make sure you have plenty of antifreeze and water in the radiator, said Maness. “Keep it checked.� While antifreeze is the first issue that comes to mind, it is not the only main concern. Aaron Harville, owner of Aaron’s Auto Service said there are three important items to pay attention to, antifreeze, tire pressure and battery. “It seems like those are the first things that go bad immediately after it gets cold,� said Harville. According to AAA, if your car battery is three years old or
older, it is more likely to fail as temperatures drops. The other following tips are suggested to winterize vehicles and maintain safety, • Invest in an ice scraper or stock up on de-icer. • Rubber floor mats can be a life safer when it comes to protecting the interior of your car. • Keep your gas tank near full at all times. • Be sure that your cellphone is fully charged before leaving home. • Try not to travel alone if you can help it. • Check washer fluid.
• Lubricate icy door locks, trunk locks, and hinges. • Check your car before you crank up to ensure your furry friends aren’t nestled under the hood. • Replace those worn out wiper blades. • Get your breaks checked. • Have your car checked for air leaks around doors and windows. • Wax your headlights. • Consider winter tires. • Check your oil and oil viscosity. • Never warm up a vehicle when you are in a garage or en-
closed area. • Note that attempting to charge or jumpstart a frozen battery may cause an explosion. • Make or purchase a survival kit – include items such as, jumper-cables, flashlight, batteries, small shovel for digging out, blanket, extra clothing for each passenger, gloves, hat, first aid kit, basic tools, a pair of winter or rubber boots, tire pressure gauge, engine oil, coolant, water, non-perishable food items, warning flare, etc. While you may or may not use every item in your in kit, it is better to be safe than sorry.
Duo committed to bringing live music to Corinth Extension hosts berry workshop BY ZACK STEEN
zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
Brian Graham and Cid Gardner have a dream. To bring live music to Corinth on a regular basis ... one way or another. The two recently created a music promotion group called Graham and Gardner Presents. The group has plans to help venues around Corinth secure top musical acts in the coming years. “Corinth is a great stopover location, right in the middle of Memphis, Oxford, Huntsville, Starkville and Florence,� Gardner said. “There is no reason why we can’t turn Corinth into a musical crossroads of the south.� For the last year, the team
BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
Jazz pianist Jon Cowherd has been working to promote their venue, Graham’s Corner Store. The venue sits a few miles east of Corinth on Ken-
Carolina Story drick Road and is a small, intimate performing hall. More than 15 acts, including Grayson Capps, Kenny
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Brown and Alvin Youngblood Hart, have played at the venue
Want to grow your own plump, juicy blueberries bursting with flavor? Does the idea of freshly baked pies and cobblers make your mouth water and send you into a frenzy? Well, your are not alone in your quest for sweetness. The Mississippi State University-Extension Service will offer a chance for blueberry
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On this day in history 150 years ago The Union occupation of Corinth ends. Federal troops have held the city for 1 year, 7 months and 27 days. All military assets and railroad buildings are burned. Corona College, used as a hospital and of no military value, is reduced to ashes.
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