Forest News

The Newton School Board is seeking a new superintendent. A search is underway for a new district leader, because current superintendent, Raymond Clark, is leaving for a position in Forest, Miss.

The impact of a multiyear drought isn't as severe as it was a year ago, but drought conditions still exist and are being worsened by a spring that turned out to be drier-than-normal once again.

Statewide numbers show the tourism industry is off to a good start this year. "There continues to be demand for the tourism product we have in this area.

The Mississippi Forestry Commission and the Jones County Forestry Association honored Herman E. Smith Thursday afternoon with a reception upon his retirement after 46 years with the Commission.

The new head of tourism for Harrison County is a tall Texan with a firm handshake and a friendly smile.

D3 The Schizophrenia Society of NB Moncton's Family Support Group is holding a meeting Monday, June 9, from 7-9 p.m. in the basement of St.

The total tab charged to Scott County taxpayers to convict two capital murder defendants exceeded $10,500 as two sets of juries reached the same conclusions, records showed last week.

As the busiest part of the gaming season begins, recent revenue reports have some concerned the economic downturn may affect the industry.

By rebuilding Beauvoir, the Sons of Confederate Veterans may have done more than just salvage a symbol of their past.

U.S. Forester Jeff Gardner extracts woodpecker chicks to band them near Coleman Lake in the Talladega National Forest in Anniston, Ala.

Scott County's "Lady Piper," Forest's own Zoe Brumfield, recently was featured as the Pipe Major of Mississippi's own "Father of Waters Pipes and Drums," as they were one of the headlined musical entertainers ...

A man died in a two-vehicle wreck in Scott County Wednesday. He was identified as Ruben Andrade-Arguello of Forest, Miss.

The town once again has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Brian Keith Cobble wins Young Forester Award for 2008 Submitted Brian Keith Cobble, senior forester for Suwannee County, recently earned the Florida Division, Society of American Foresters, Young Forester Award ... via Suwanee Democrat

Oak Forest Elementary School will hold a health fair from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at 1831 Smallwood Drive in Jackson. via The Clarion-Ledger

“You don't know what kind of crash you are going to be in. That's why it's important to choose a vehicle that will protect you in all kinds of crashes. The 'Top Safety Pick' designation is intended to help people find the safest choices.”

Subaru's new Forester has won a top safety award in the United States, scoring the highest marks for side, rear and offset frontal impact-protection. The US-market Forester has earned the Insurance Institute ... via Crash

Chantelle Herchenhahn, a National Board Certified biology, chemistry and physics teacher at Forest High School in Forest, was chosen to be the 2008 Mississippi Teacher of the Year at a noon luncheon today in ... via The Clarion-Ledger

“Anybody who has a tree in a yard needs to know how to take care of it.”

In the same way you prepare your house for a storm, you should prepare your trees. via Sunherald.com

“My family and I are excited about the possibility of being able to return to Lauderdale County. It is the system I started my career in.”

Lake County Schools Superintendent Joey Hassell may be headed home to lead the school system where he began his career, as officials with the Lauderdale County Board of Education narrow their search for a new ... via State Gazette

People in the 18 Mississippi counties blasted by storms April 4 will be able to sign up for low-interest loans beginning Friday. via The Clarion-Ledger