Thank a veteran today – and every other day, too
We’re losing our veterans at a fast rate because of age, but that shouldn’t mean that we don’t honor the ones still with us and those serving today on Veterans Day. Editor Don Whitten takes a closer look at the special holiday and what it means to him. (November 11, 2011, Page 4A)
Make your final wishes known to family now
When medical emergencies pop up, there’s often not time enough to learn of one’s wishes about care. Staff Writer Alyssa Schnugg and her family have gone through this situation recently and she writes to advice people to make plans and wishes known to your family while there is time. (November 11, 2011, Page 4A)
Community to salute local heroes
Several events are planned for Veterans Day to help honor and celebrate those who serve our country. (November 10, 2011, Page 1)
LCSD offers more paths to graduation
The Lafayette County Student District will now offer three different routes in obtaining a high school diploma (November 10, 2011, Page 1)
Advice to those elected
Local columnist T.J. Ray congratulates all of the candidates who won in Tuesday’s general election and then passes along several bits of advice as they get set to take office or continue in the one they already held. (November 10, 2011, Page 4)
Founding of the Marine Corps – A legacy is born
Guest columnist Gene Hays writes in celebration of the United States Marine Corps’ birthday and to tell about individual and group efforts by the Marines through their history. (November 10, 2011, Page 4)
Letters to the Editor
Linda Coleman writes about Red Ribbon Week at Oxford High School and how students competed for honors with anti-drug slogans and campaigns. (November 10, 2011, Page 4)
Incumbents win Yalobusha elections
It was a big night for Yalobusha incumbents, as all previous seat-holders retained their positions. (November 9, 2011, Page 2)
East to remain sheriff of Lafayette County
Sheriff F.D. “Buddy” East was re-elected for another term Tuesday night. East has been sheriff for almost 40 years. Also winning in last night’s election was Baretta Mosley, for Lafayette County Circuit Court Clerk and incumbant Justice Court Judge Mickey Avent. (November 9, 2011, Page 3)
Mayo wins District 12 House of Representatives race
Oxford Alderman Brad Mayo said he will most likely resign his position from the city board after winning Tuesday’s election in the race for District 12 House of Representatives. See the results of all House races that include Lafayette County in the district. (November 9, 2011, Page 1)
