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Vol. 118, No. 214

• Corinth, Mississippi • 16 pages • 1 section

Shelter supporters pack meeting BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com

County supervisors and Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter Director Charlotte Doehner agreed on Monday that a plan consisting of more than an infusion of funds is needed to deal with unwanted animals.

Addressing the Alcorn County Board of Supervisors before a packed room of shelter supporters in an hour-long discussion, Doehner said the solutions are within the county’s reach. “It’s a proven method, and that is a spay/neuter program, along with the passage of laws

and the enforcement of laws that require people to take care of their animals,” she said. It is also time, said Doehner, to approach the shelter operation with a new mindset. “Thousands and thousands and thousands of animals have been killed there,” she said,

“and today we sit here with the same problem that there is an abundance of animals in Alcorn County and the city of Corinth and the city of Farmington. We can no longer continue to operate today in the same way that we have operated for years and years. The animal control offi-

cer who picked an animal up off the street, took it into the shelter and then took it out behind there and shot the animal three days later — that is not acceptable. It is not acceptable by society and it is not acceptable by Please see SHELTER | 2

Bikes honored on Fridays Student enrollment spikes at NEMCC

BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com

Held since August of last year, the local Bike Nights were created as a way to bring the biker community together in support of others in need. “Bike Night is a way to share the love of the ride, information on upcoming rides, as well as to show the community that bikers are not what you see on TV,” said Sherry (Shadowlady) Petrone. Shattering the misconception that not all bikers are bad boys with tough exteriors, Bike Night is for all who wish to come. “Rain or shine there is always someone there to greet you,” said Sherry Petrone. “If you don’t own a motorcycle, come in your car or truck and meet a biker or two. They’ll be glad to answer any questions you might have,” Local riders from Alcorn, Prentiss, Tishomingo County and Tennessee were seeking a venue friendly to riders of motorcycles. Arby’s General Manager Linda Pace was also seeking ways to attract motorcyclists. Thanks to Bill Ricketts, Robert Petrone, Sherry Petrone, David Smith and the generosity

BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com

Photo by Sherry Petrone

Chris “Harley” Johnson rides into a recent Bike Night. of Pace, Bike Night was born. Since its first night in August 2013, bike night has grown

from 6 to 10 riders to as many Please see BIKES | 6

An unexpected spike in student enrollment accompanied the start of a new year at Northeast Mississippi Community College. “We have about 400 students that we had not anticipated,” College President Johnny Allen told the Board of Supervisors during his annual report on Monday. The increase pushed total enrollment to about 3,600, including 818 students from Alcorn County. Enrollment among the five primary counties is 2,760, with another 1,000 coming from other areas. “We are an anomaly in the community college system in that we draw from such a large area,” said Allen. The college is planning for more growth by initiating preplanning of a 400-bed honors dormitory, which would be paid for out of student fees. “Probably we would have seen another 200 students this year if we had dorm space,” said Allen. “We had a

waiting list of about 400 students.” Financial aid to Alcorn County students totals $2.7 million. Fifty-two students from Alcorn County received tuition through the guarantee program, totaling about $59,000. The college employs 461 Alcorn County residents, including full- and part-time staff. The college had a number of construction projects during the summer, including an athletic field house, $2.3 million cafeteria renovation and the addition of three classrooms and a lavatory at the Corinth campus. The Stringer Hall project, when complete, will offer a larger bookstore and a distance learning lab. The college is looking at launching a law enforcement training degree which would be offered at the Corinth campus, which houses the Northeast Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center, and the college continues to get requests for a multi-purpose room at the campus, said Allen.

Volunteers step up for Alcorn County Fair Orchestra BY STEVE BEAVERS sbeavers@dailycorinthian.com

I need a volunteer. The phrase often goes unnoticed when it comes to getting help on a important project. Organizers of the Alcorn County Fair have discovered the magic touch when it comes to finding perfect volunteers. When the 4th annual fair kicks off tonight at the Crossroads Arena, several volunteers will be in place helping things run smooth. “I am glad to be a small part of the fair,” said volunteer Ruth Ann Crotts. “I am so happy the fair was brought back and it’s so exciting to see kids come in excited.” Crotts is one of the many volunteers who help during the five nights, according to fair committee member Sandy Mitchell. “These folks have been awesome since we have revived the fair,” said Mitchell. “They work hard every year and we truly

appreciate their help.” Earl Owens likes the chance to be part of things. “If you live in a community, you need to be involved,” he said. “Anything I have a chance to help with, I do since I am retired.”

Owens also likes the opportunity to come across new individuals. “I meet so many different people who are so nice,” said Owens. Trish Parks volunteers as part of the Civitan Club.

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fundraiser Thursday

“I really enjoy being out there,” said the fair volunteer. “I think the fair has been a great thing for the community.” Since its return in 2011, the fair has experienced steady growth. Around 8,000 people turned out for the first year return. In 2012, the attendance jumped to 10,000. Last year, 9,000 came through the gates. Last year’s attendance was down due to a Friday-night rainout. Everything brought in over the five days is put right back into the community. Last year, fair organizers were able to award $15,000 to local schools. “The main thing for us as volunteers is a chance to give back,” said Larry Ross. “The only way things can work in our community is everyone trying together.” Mitchell agreed. “Volunteers are the key to

In an effort to raise funds that are vital to its continuance, the Corinth Symphony Orchestra is holding a Wine and Cheese Fundraiser. Open to the public for a suggested donation of $50 per person or $100 per couple, the wine and cheese event will be held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Randall Frazier, 609 Fourth Street, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18. Music will be provided by the orchestra’s own Bobbi Campbell, principal flutist, and Cindy Mathis, harpist. No R.S.V.P is needed. Donations will be accepted at the

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BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com

On this day in history 150 years ago

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Petersburg, Va. Gen. Wade Hampton and 4,000 Confederate cavalry make a raid behind Union lines and take 2,486 head of cattle. This is the largest incidence of cattle rustling in history but the Army of Northern Virginia will soon be eating beef.

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