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Vol. 119, No. 84
• Corinth, Mississippi • 20 pages • Two sections
Police continue search for killers BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
As a community mourns the loss of two young men, Corinth police continue to search for their killers. “We are still investigating the case,” said Police Chief Ralph Dance. “I’m thankful for all the people who have come forward with information. We
“I’m thankful for all the people who have come forward with information. We are working every single lead we get.” Ralph Dance Corinth Police Chief are working every single lead we get.” Dance and members of his
department are looking for potential suspects in the April 4 gang-related shooting deaths
of 25-year-old Ahmarius Swinney and 22-year-old Deonta Herman outside Nashway Apartments off Proper Street. “We have increased patrols on the streets and we are actively hunting for the shooters,” Dance added. Swinney’s mother, Iris SwinPlease see SEARCH | 2A
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Corinth orders new trash carts Month rubbish fee goes up $1.75 BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
Staff photo by Zack Steen
Roger’s Supermarket owner Brian Gardner helps Farmington resident Susie Johnson pick out the freshest ingredients for her chili.
Chili cooks getting fired up BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
Farmington resident Susie Johnson was busy picking up some last minute items Thursday at Roger’s Supermarket in preparation for Saturday’s 8th annual Crossroads Chili CookOff. “I love cooking chili,” Johnson said. “Been doing it my whole life.” Johnson and other cooks will put their best chili recipe to the test at this weekend’s event. Her chili always contains the freshest ingredients she can get her hands on, noted the local cook. “I chop up onion, add them to a skillet of ground beef and add water,” she said. “I also add a little garlic to soften up the
onion a bit. Add chili beans, tomato and tomato sauce and let it warm on the oven for about a half hour.” Johnson said she always adds a few jalapeño peppers and other “secret” ingredients to her chili. “I plan on entering the competition, unless something comes up,” she added. Johnson will join both local and professional cooks from across the country to compete for $350 in prizes during the Gardner’s Supermarket and Roger’s Supermarket People’s Choice Chili Competition. Set for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic Depot in downtown Corinth, event goers can purchase a $5 all you can eat tasting kit and sample
Corinth is ordering new residential trash carts as the city takes a close look at the sanitation operation, including labor and equipment needs. A rate increase for customers is also planned to help cover a labor shortage. The Board of Aldermen in a special meeting on Thursday approved the purchase of approximately 6,400 solid waste containers from Cascade Engineering Company at a cost of $317,565 — an expense that can be covered with available funds. The board also voted
to set in motion an ordinance amendment that will increase the rate for rubbish collection by $1.75 monthly, bringing the monthly rubbish charge to $2.75. The garbage collection fee will remain $12, for a monthly total of $14.75. Because the increase involves an ordinance amendment, it must be presented in writing at a subsequent meeting before the board can vote to finalize it. Prior garbage rate increases happened in 2003 and 2008. “We’re way lower than most cities are on these fees,” said Please see GARBAGE | 2A
more than a dozen different chilies. All proceeds from the tasting kit sales will benefit the Crossroads Museum. “The cook-off is a great community event that we’re happy to be a part of this year,” said Brian Gardner, owner of Roger’s Supermarket. “It’s very unique to have an event that people can both participant in and help determine the outcome.” Each $5 tasting kit includes one voter’s card, which gives the individual an opportunity to vote for a favorite chili. “It’s also pretty cool to be able to provide people a way to enter the chili competition for free,” added Gardner. “It’s a another
Leadercast offering inspiration advice
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BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
Guests at this year’s Leadercast will gain inspiration and invaluable advice as they view informative speeches at the Crossroads Arena from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 8. Last year, the event was attended by over 130,000 leaders from 35 different countries. Now in its 16th year, the full-day, experiential conference is poised to reach its
largest audience yet. “Leadercast is a great opportunity for community leaders and other employees to glimpse real-life examples from successful leaders who have overcome obstacles and harnessed their strengths to achieve remarkable things,” said Lorie Clayton, communications/learning manager at Caterpillar Inc. in Corinth. “Each year, we work with
Magnolia Hospice honors volunteers BY KIMBERLY SHELTON
Recognition
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Colorful hats and freshlycut spring flowers decorated the banquet tables at the Alcorn County Extension Center as Magnolia Regional Health Center Home Health & Hospice volunteers were honored and rewarded on Wednesday for their tireless efforts. “Volunteers wear many hats,” said Volunteer Coordinator Lila Wade as she approached the podium. “They are caring, dedicated, considerate, generous, enthusiastic, patient, committed, respectful, helpful, supportive, optimistic, kind, loyal, friendly, responsible, dependable, trustworthy, compassionate, thoughtful and invaluable. Those are a few of the many
The following churches, organizations and individuals were recognized on Wednesday, during the Hospice Volunteer Luncheon and Training: ■ Patient Direct Care Volunteers — Brenda Hayes, Vannie Holland, Mary Payne, Ashley Porter, Bro. Chuck Richardson and Bro. Dennis Smith. ■ Churches/organizations — Good Samaritan Ladies (Acton Church of Christ), Strickland Church of Christ Ladies, Magnolia Quilters and Craft Club, Macedonia Baptist Church Missionary Society, Taurus Club and Eva H. Bishop Club. ■ Individuals — Colleen Baggett, Annie Bean, Brenda Brown, Dorothy Brown and family, Gina Brown, Dorothy Crayton, Steve Hill, Patti Hill, Flora Hughey, Mary Hughey, Mary Kelley, Nellie Jones, Shirley Rolland, Linda Smith, Laura Alexander and Judy Sumler. traits shared by our devoted volunteers.” “We don’t take their recognition lightly because without
their time and willingness to step up when needed, we could Please see HOSPICE | 6A
Staff photo by Kimberly Shelton
Hospice Volunteer Mary Payne and Hospice Chaplain Chuck Richardson accept certificates honoring them as Volunteer of the Year and Heart of Hospice.
25 years ago
On this day in history 150 years ago
A Tri-State Celebration at Tishomingo County High School honors U.S. Congressman Jamie Whitten. Corinth Mayor E.S. Bishop declares today as “Jamie Whitten Day.”
Gen. Lee issues Order No. 9, “With an increasing admiration of your constancy and devotion to your country and a grateful remembrance of your kind and generous consideration of myself, I bid you an affectionate farewell.”
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