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Daily Corinthian Vol. 116, No. 163
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• Corinth, Mississippi • 16 pages • 1 section
Abandoned phone leads to arrest BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
Corinth police recently tracked down a shoplifter who they say left her cell phone at the scene of the crime. Heather Andrews, 35, of Borroum Circle, Corinth, was arrested on Monday and charged
with felony shoplifting. She posted $3,000 bond and was released. According to the Corinth Police Department’s report on the case, a Walgreens employee discovered a cell phone in a bathroom in the South Harper Road business on June
28. After further investigation, including examination of surveillance footage, the store determined that the owner of the phone had taken cosmetic and hygiene products into the bathroom, removed the packaging and left the store with the products. The packaging was
found in a garbage can in the bathroom. The cell phone led to identification of the suspect. The stolen products totaled about $138. Detective Capt. Ralph Dance said it constituted a felony regardless of the amount because it is a third of-
fense. In other recent arrests: ■ Brandon K. Porterfield, 33, of County Road 300, Glen, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with felony possession of a controlled substance folPlease see ARREST | 2
Extreme heat doesn’t have to shut down outdoor activities BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
Staff photo by Steve Beavers
Holiday Slide There is nothing like a water slide to cool things one off during a hot summer day. Morgan Harmon took advantage of the opportunity by plunging into the water during the July 4th Celebration at Central Pentecostal Church.
The heat isn’t keeping those determined to stay fit from their favorite activities. It’s business as usual for those who like to run or play golf. “You don’t have to stop because of the heat,” said Corinth Coca-Cola Class 10K co-director Amy Smith. “With the proper precautions you should be able to run yearround.” With recent temperatures rising to triple digits, it is tempting to abandon fitness plans and just lounge around in the AC. That option won’t make one healthier or any fitter though. “Your body gets conditioned to the heat,” said golfer Frieda Stanford, who plays every time she can at Hillandale Country Club. “There are shade trees on a golf course and golfers are in a cart a majority of the time ... you just have to take it easy.” “The heat doesn’t bother me,” added Hillandale golfer Dick Spink. “I play more now than I ever have.” Smith suggests that run-
ners can continue their fitness program by “running in the morning before the heat is too bad.” “If you feel like you are getting too hot take walking breaks and remember to drink plenty of liquids before working out,” said Smith. Tips for those wanting to remain active and beat the summer heat are: ■ Pace yourself until you get accustomed to the weather. As your body adapts to the heat, you can gradually increase the length and intensity of your workouts and exercises. If you have a chronic medical condition or take medications, ask your doctor if you need to take additional precautions. ■ Stay hydrated at all time. It’s easy to forget to take a swig of water once the training starts, but it is important that you keep yourself hydrated while exercising. You lose bodily fluids while you are sweating and those need to get replaced. Sports drinks are especially recommended if you are going for longer and Please see HEAT | 2
First Baptist kicks off summer concert series BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
An impressive lineup is planned as an annual concert series begins Sunday night. No Other Name will kickoff the Summer Concert Series of First Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. “There are some great groups coming this year and we will also be using some of our local talent,” said the church’s Jackie Huskey. No Other Name is no stranger to the area having performed at Chewalla Baptist, Holly Baptist and Tate Baptist through the years. “This group is getting to be very well known in gos-
First Baptist Church Summer Concert Series July 8 - No Other Name July 15 - Breaking Grass July 22 - First Baptist Quartet & Bill & Karen Terry July 29 - Simply Grace All concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and are free. No tickets are required. pel music,” added Huskey. The Nashville, Tenn. based vocal group is composed of brother-sister duo Sam and Laura Allen along
with friend Chad Smith. The trio, which met at a Nashville music conference, have been ministering together for over 10 years. Their message is all about Christ and what he did on the cross. Breaking Grass, a local northeast Mississippi group, will continue the series on July 15. Made up of Cody Farrar on guitar, Tyler White on fiddle, Thelton Vanderford on banjo, Zach Wooten on mandolin and Britt Sheffield on bass, Breaking Grass is a relatively new band with one goal in mind — to make music that all ages can enjoy. Please see CONCERT | 2
Locals awarded arts grants BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
The Mississippi Arts Commission deemed several area organizations worthy of grants in this year’s round of awards. The largest local grant goes to Corinth TheatreArts, which will receive $13,800. Managing Director Tommy Ledbetter said
the money will be used as operating funds throughout the 2012-2013 season. LINK will receive $3,600 to support its youth art activities for students in both school districts in Alcorn County. In Prentiss County, the Baldwyn Main Street Players will receive $2,900 to support a season of perfor-
mances. Also, MAC added Breaking Grass and Lisa Lambert and the Pine Ridge Boys to the artist roster. Breaking Grass is a bluegrass band with connections to Prentiss, Alcorn and Tishomingo counties. Lisa Lambert’s group is a hillbilly blues Please see GRANTS | 2
Index Stocks........7 Classified......14 Comics...... 13 Wisdom...... 12
Weather........5 Obituaries........ 3 Opinion........4 Sports...... 10
Staff photo by Jebb Johnston
Youth Art Exhibit The Corinth Artist Guild Gallery is showcasing work produced during its annual youth summer art camp through July 28. An opening reception is set for Thursday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the 507 Cruise St. gallery. Produced in watercolor and collage, the work depicts images associated with holidays such as Christmas and occasions such as Halloween, Valentine’s Day and birthdays. Note cards and prints of the art can be ordered. The young artists, mostly ages 7 to 13, receive a portion of the proceeds from the sale of any prints. The pictured artwork is by (clockwise from top left) Alexis Green, age 11; Grace Villaflor, age 7; Neeley Hight, age 10; and Tatton Lee Waldon, age 8.
On this day in history 150 years ago Gen. Halleck is angry with the “Jayhawkers” near Corinth. “... their march has been marked by robbery, theft, pillage, and other outrages upon the peaceful inhabitants, making enemies to our cause wherever they went.” The 7th Kansas Cavalry will be near Corinth for 18 months.