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County looks at budget challenges BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
County supervisors put their heads together on the budget this week, looking for answers in a challenging year for finances. With a third of the budget
year elapsed, the board reviewed where each department stands during a budget work session. “Everything is running pretty good except a few key areas,” such as 911 and garbage collection, said Chancery Clerk Greg
Younger. Much of the discussion focused on those, which have been ongoing concerns for the county. Board members also expressed frustration that the budget situation is making it difficult for them to do needed
roadwork. The board wants to get the 911 committee back to meeting regularly and for those committee members to make some recommendations on how to address the situation with the 911 budget, which has seen
steadily declining fee revenue. The board may also request a meeting with city leaders. “I can tell you that office is run pretty efficiently,” said Fourth District Supervisor Steve GlidePlease see BUDGET | 2
FBI investigating school bomb threats Staff, Wire Reports
IUKA — Authorities say the FBI and the Office of Homeland Security are investigating phone bomb threats toward the Tishomingo County School District Mississippi Emergency Management Agency spokesman Greg Flynn told multiple news outlets the federal government is taking the lead in the investigation after threats were made at seven Mississippi school districts. Bombs threats were made about 12:30 p.m. Tuesday to Iuka Middle School and Tishomingo County High School. Classes were dismissed at 1 p.m. for all county schools.
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Glenda Andrews serves during the first week of the annual Lenten Luncheons sponsored by First United Methodist Church.
Officials say the Senatobia Municipal School District dismissed students in grades 7-12 Tuesday due to security concerns at the high school. Students were evacuated from the building and relocated to the Northwest Mississippi Community college campus and the Senatobia Police Department. Other district receiving bomb threats Tuesday included: Hattiesburg Public Schools, Bassfield High School in Jefferson Davis County, Magee High School, Mendenhall High School and Jim Hill High School in Jackson. There have been no reports that any explosive devices were found.
Ash Wednesday begins journey Agencies to give away pine seedlings BY STEVE BEAVERS
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First United Methodist Church began its Lenten journey to Easter on Ash Wednesday. The Lenten Luncheon series – sponsored by the First United Methodist Women – kicked off the Lent season at the Weaver Center. Five more luncheons will be held each Wednesday until Easter. Half of the six events are scheduled for the Weaver Center at Refreshments, Inc. while work is done to replace flooring at the FUMC Fellowship Hall. “It has been a challenge,” said Becky Williams, chairman of the First United Methodist Women. “Any time there is a challenge, it effects attendance but it hasn’t been dramatic … we are so grateful for Refreshments letting us use their facil-
ity.” Remaining luncheon dates are slated for Feb. 17 and 24 along with March 2, 9 and 16. Cost is $6. Problems with the fellowship hall heating unit caused the tile in the area to buckle, forcing the annual luncheon to Refreshments. “We hope to be back in the church by March,” said Rev. Roger Shock. Waldron Street Christian Church pastor Rev. Drew Foster was the guest speaker on Wednesday. “Preparation is the essence of Lenten season,” he said. “Life is hard at times and it’s a struggle for enough steam to make it through the day … all of our lives is in preparation for Jesus’ return as He promised.” Foster told the crowd “it is a test for Christians to remain
faithful as they pass through valleys.” “The Christian life is in the valley … Jesus is needed in the valley,” said Foster. Foster urged those in attendance to be weary of Satan. “We have an enemy who wants to destroy,” he said. “Jesus was prepared for the enemy and now we can overcome because of Him … let Christ be the rock you stand on everyday.” Rev. Jody Hill, pastor at Ripley Presbyterian Church and Director of Development at Blue Mountain College, will be the guest speaker at the Feb. 17 luncheon. Proceeds from the luncheons are used for local and state missions supported by FUMC. Ash Wednesday kicks off the Easter tradition of spiritual re-
BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
Agencies are combining to put people in the planting mood. The Mississippi State Extension Service, Forestry Commission and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service are joining together to distribute around 2,000 pine seedlings during the annual tree giveaway on Friday at the Alcorn County Courthouse. The annual giveaway is set for 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. “We usually have some pine and hardwood, but we weren’t able to get any hardwood,” said Patrick Poindexter with
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the Mississippi State Extension Service. “Vendors just didn’t have any this year.” Poindexter said the lack of hardwood shouldn’t deter people from getting trees at the event. “A lot of folks will plant hardwood as shade trees and wildlife food plots,” said Poindexter. “Pines serve the same purpose, it’s just over the years, pines are going to grow taller and aren’t going to be that small shade tree any longer.” Organizers returned to the front of the courthouse steps last year after spending the Please see PINE | 2
43 Havis’ kids will make Disney World trip BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
They aren’t done yet. The Corinth-Alcorn County Special Needs Kids still have some work to do before a May 28 trip to Disney World. “Every restaurant has been so good to us,” said group director Havis Hurley. “A lot of people want to support these kids.”
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Forty-three children are committed to the trip. The 2016 trek will be the third one completed by “Havis’ Kids.” “This will be the most kids we have taken,” added Hurley. “Havis’ Kids” have been busy raising around $80,000 needed for the magical trip. Fundraising efforts are now being concentrated on raising $300
for each child to spend while at Disney World. Fundraising continues tonight to raise the remaining $12,900 with a 4-8 p.m. event at Subway on Harper Road. McAlister’s is set to host a Feb. 16 event from 5-9 p.m. while Cafe Mike’s is having a 6-9 p.m. fundraiser for the group on Feb. 22. “Everyone is working togeth-
er to make this possible … we have some good leaders,” said Hurley. Hurley was there the day Disney first opened in 1971. Over the years, he has made 55 trips to the Florida park. He made one trek there in 1989 as director of the Corinth YMCA. Please see DISNEY | 2
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Alcorn Fabricated employees George Walden and Horace Newcomb are pictured installing new road signs in the county. The signs are part of preparations for the launch of the county’s new E-911 emergency system.
Corinth’s Desmond Jones and Bernard Luster will continue their football careers. The pair signed letters of intent to play for Northeast Mississippi Community College.
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