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Daily Corinthian Vol. 118, No. 214
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• Corinth, Mississippi • 16 pages • 1 section
Wilbanks advances to another term BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
County school board qualifying has closed and absentee balloting will soon open for the November general election ballot. With the end of qualifying Friday afternoon, only one candidate is making a run — Randy Wilbanks, who will advance
General election absentee ballots available Sept. 22 to another six-year term on the board for the fifth district, which was the only one of the five board posts up for election this year. It was the only race that could have added some county-level action to the light Nov. 4 ballot,
when polls will open countywide for voters to consider the congressional races and one contested judicial race for circuit court judge district 1 place 2. Absentee balloting in the circuit clerk’s office is set to become available on Mon-
day, Sept. 22. During the same week, the office will mail absentee ballots to those who are on the permanently disabled list. Saturday absentee voting will be available on Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. The deadline for those who
are not registered voters to be eligible to participate in the general election is Saturday, Oct. 4, when circuit clerk’s offices across the state will be open from 8 a.m. to noon. Clerks’ offices optionally may open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the week of Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 to accommodate voter registration during the after-work hours.
From Tragedy to Triumph Property cleanup list continuing to grow BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
Numerous properties, whether lacking in grass cutting or forgotten by the passage of time, have kept Corinth’s cleanup list full this summer. Twenty appeared on the last agenda of the Board of Aldermen, and the code enforcement officer is not looking to slow down. “We’re going to try to keep it going as far as we can into the fall so we won’t have any high, dry weeds when the wintertime starts,” said Kim Ratliff, who monitors property cleanup. “During the winter months, we may turn the fo-
The Alcorn Central Stage works on the set of their production “From Tragedy to Triumph: Stories from 9/11.”
Alcorn Central students staging 9/11 play BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
GLEN — 9/11 changed the lives of Americans. The tragedies and terror on September 11, 2001, have forever left its mark on the United States. The Alcorn Central Stage has produced a collection of stories remembering victims, rescue workers, survivors and their families on that day. “From Tragedy to Triumph: Stories from 9/11” is set for a one-night public performance on Sunday, September 14 at 2 p.m.
“We thought the school could make improvements on significant events which need to be remembered,” said ACHS theatre instructor Leanne Williams. “The play isn’t being done for entertainment, we are trying to create an experience.” “From Tragedy to Triumph: Stories from 9/11” was entirely researched and written by theatre students. “They researched the general facts of the event along with personal stories,” said Williams. “I wanted them to see how 9/11 effected all Americans.”
Twila Bridges’ theatre students also played a big role in the production. The entire production staff with set design, set build, props, costumes, stage crew and displayed information were completed by students of Bridges. Williams’ students were responsible for lighting and sound design, according to Bridges. Monologues, scenes and poetry recitations combined with music are done by the Alcorn Central Choir under the direction of Please see PLAY | 2
cus to a few dilapidated properties here and there.” One recently adjudicated property at 1207 Meigg Street that was targeted for demolition had a positive result — a resident purchased the property and plans to demolish the structure in order to build a home on the lot. The board last week scheduled three new properties for an adjudication public hearing to coincide with the next regular board meeting, which is currently scheduled for 5 p.m. on Sept. 16 — 303 Young Street, 506 Parkway and a Holley property on Gaines Please see CLEANUP | 2
Three new businesses opening in Walnut BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
WALNUT — Excitement is building as Walnut residents anticipate the grand openings of three new businesses. Construction is currently underway for Walmart Express, Dollar General Plus and ALUMA-FORM, leaving locals to wonder which business will be the first to open its doors. Featuring four fueling stations, the Walmart Express on Highway 15 north will allow customers to gas up their vehicles, shop for groceries and fill their prescriptions, all in one handy location.
The convenience-sized store set to open next to CB&S Bank in November or December of this year has suffered some delays due to EPA regulations and their need to oversee gasoline tanks being buried underground. “They finished burying the tanks last week. So, we are good on that front,” said Walnut Mayor Vicki J. Skinner. “We welcome all our new businesses and look forward to their arrival as it will bring new jobs and excitement to our area.” With a building almost Please see WALNUT | 2
Alcorn County Fair a week away BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com
The 4th Annual Alcorn County Fair is promising more than eight seconds of fun over five days at the Crossroads Arena. Bull riders can’t make the same pledge. Ranchey Productions is slated to headline the fourth edition with bull riding events the final two nights. Work getting ready for the fair is set to hit a heavy pace this week. Dirt was slated to be added to the arena floor on Monday. “This week is going to be a
big week as far as getting things kicked off,” said fair committee member Sandy Mitchell. “Things will shift into high gear during that time.” Ranchey Productions, of Robertsdale, Ala., has several activities planned to promote the Sept. 16-20 event. Rodeo clown Carson Citais and a bull rider from the company will go into schools and perform a skit for those in third grade and below. Every child in those grades will get a free pass to attend either the Friday or Saturday night show.
“We are tying everything back to youngsters,” said Mitchell. “Our goal is to have something for everyone with special emphasis on children.” Something new this year is the performance of the Northeast Mississippi Community College cheerleaders at the popular cheer-off on Tuesday. Other exciting events scheduled for the week include: REVOLVE, a contemporary Christian event, on Wednesday night; Pickin’ at the Fair on Thursday; Mid-South Talent Show on Fri-
Index Stocks........8 Classified......14 Comics........ 9 State........ 5
Weather...... 10 Obituaries........ 6 Opinion........4 Sports...... 12
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On this day in history 150 years ago Gen. Joe Wheeler concludes his raid against Sherman’s supply lines by crossing the Tennessee River at Florence, Ala. His horses are worn out and thousands of new horseshoes are shipped by rail via Corinth to get the animals ready for service.
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