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OAKLAND NEWS Written by Minnie Burns and Mother Taken from Thursday, September 27, 1962 Mr. and Ms. L. A. Walker were happily surprised last Sunday morning when about 40 of his relatives came to spend the day with them. On Friday, 14th, Mr. Walker had his 80th birthday. Since the relatives could not be…
Read MoreTillatoba News By Patcie Deck
Memorial day is the day that set aside to remember with gratitude and pride, all those who served and died for our country and our freedom. May your day be filled with memories and peace. God bless America. Christian love and sympathy to the Nyree Jackson Jerrell, family of Grenada. Nyree, a Registered Nurse, passed…
Read MoreLooking Back
90 YEARS AGO June 22, 1934 Tuesday morning of this week Clemmie Williams brought in the first cotton bloom of the season, having found the bloom Monday, June 18. Mrs. Eugene Rebecca Patton, aged 81 died at her home at Sylva Rena on Thursday, June 14, after an illness of several days duration. 80 YEARS…
Read MoreCoffeeville First Baptist Church By Craig Baker, Pastor
This past Sunday my family and I enjoyed a wonderful time of worship and fellowship with family and friends at the annual Dividing Ridge Homecoming service. Next week we will return to our “Glad You Asked” series, but this week I want to share some thoughts with you from Esther 4. Every now and then…
Read MoreCoffeeville First Baptist Church By Craig Baker, Pastor
This week in our “Glad You Asked” series, I want to address some more questions that can be answered briefly. The first question is, “Is it ever ok to lie?” There are at least two instances in the Bible, the Hebrew midwives lying to Pharoah about the babies (Exodus 1:15-21) and Rahab lying to protect…
Read MoreLibrary News By Patty Bailey
Library Board Meets May 17 The Administrative Board of the Yalobusha County Public Library System will meet Friday, May 17, at 9:00 AM at Coffeeville Public Library. Library board meetings are open to the public in compliance with state law. Artist Exhibit at Oakland Public Library The featured local artist at Oakland Public Library this…
Read MoreOAKLAND NEWS Written by Minnie Burns and Mother
OAKLAND NEWS Written by Minnie Burns and Mother Taken from Thursday, September 20, 1962 The American Legion met at Enid Lake last Saturday night and the following men were named for officers: Tom Frank Bonner commander; Mr. Van Brewer, Vice com.; William Priddy, 2nd commander; Walter Moore, Jr., 3rd Commander; W. C. Calloway, Adjutant; Sam…
Read MoreJust A Word
Just A Word Mid South Ministries [email protected] 2 Kings 4:1-7 The Voice Version Verse 4:1 The wife of one of the prophets’ disciples pleaded with Elisha. Woman: My husband who served you is dead. He greatly feared the Eternal (God), you yourself know this to be true. The creditor is now trying to take away…
Read MoreLiving Well By Pamela Redwine
Healthy You Exercise Class will meet every Wednesday at the Extension Office. Join us for up to 30 minutes of physical activity. If you come, make sure to wear comfortable, cool clothes, good tennis shoes and bring some water to drink. Looped with Love Crochet MHV Club will meet on Thursday, May 16, at 10…
Read MoreLooking Back
90 YEARS AGO June 15, 1934 Saturday night in Oakland the old two-story brick building known as the Moore store, was completely destroyed by fire. Mrs. G. N. Black entertained the Shady Springs H. D. Club Monday. Time was given for the “Correct Dress Contest,” which Mrs. G. Black won first, Grace Chapman, second and…
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