Letters to the Editor
Peter Frost writes about the anger at the government that has dominated the news recently and urges everyone to do what they can to make things better. (April 24, 2013, Page 4)
Pontotoc ends Lafayette’s season
Lafayette’s run in the MHSAA Class 4A playoffs came to an end Monday with a 6-1 loss to Pontotoc at the courts behind Oxford-University Stadium.
The young Commodores, who only lose one senior, finished the year 7-6 overall.
Blue Devil athletes capture Division 2-3A crown
Water Valley’s Blue Devils head into Saturday’s regional meet at Oxford as the Division 2-3A track champions. The Blue Devils won the meet held at Tishomingo County this past week by garnering 124 points, more than 40 points more than second-place finisher Mooreville.
WVHS tops Wildcats
Water Valley’s baseball team defeated Calhoun City 8-3 on Monday. Cooper Clement earned the win for the Blue Devils in their final postseason tuneup. (more…) (April 23, 2013, Page 11)
Drawing Out Leviathan
Fishermen are always looking for advice on how to catch the next “big one.” Local columnist Jimmy Reed recalls his early fishing days, some of that advice and a special lure that produced a big catch. (April 23, 2013, Page 4)
Bianco wins 500th game as OM coach
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The No. 21 Ole Miss Rebels put on their rally caps on Sunday and then executed to perfection to defeat the Tennessee Volunteers 4-3 Sunday. The victory earned the Rebels their second straight sweep in Southeastern Conference play and improved them to 29-12 overall and 10-8 in SEC play, the first time they are over .500 since the opening weekend. (more…) (April 22, 2013, Page 8)
Succulents — fun and easy
Master Gardener Barbara Sherrod White writes this month about succulents, an easy plant to grow that is a great addition to any garden. (April 19, 2013, Page 3B)
Spending time with the Masters in Augusta
Columnist Steve Stricker enjoyed spending time with the Masters and his son while attending the famous golf competition recently. (April 19, 2013, Page 1B, 3B)
Landscape architects are responsible for many parks
Landscape architect and columnist Matthew R. Copp talks about the increasing role landscape architects are taking on in the planning of local parks. (April 19, 2013, Page 8B)
Suicide is not painless
Religion columnist Randy Weeks writes about how suicide can affect many and how Christians should open their hearts to those in need of a shoulder to cry on. (April 19, 2013, Page 5B)
