Mantee News

Sales tax revenue up in Eupora, Mathiston By Russell Hood The Webster Progress-Times Most municipalities in Webster County saw increases in sales tax revenues in April compared to the same month a year ago, according to a report issued by the Mississippi State Tax Commission.

Mathiston mayor, aldermen re-elected Eupora' election finals, Page 8A. Mathiston Mayor Jimmy P. Carden and all aldermen won re-election in the town's June 2 municipal election.

The Town of Mantee may be small, but the sense of community is felt from one end to the other.

Municipal elections set for Tuesday The Webster Progress-Times Eupora and Mathiston are among municipalities that will be having general elections next Tuesday.

Gail Gibson of Mantee, Olene McBride of Eupora, and Karen Clark of Houston are shown holding the first quilt that has been finished by the quilters at Silly Whispers.

County committee recommends 911 improvements The Webster Progress-Times WALTHALL - The Webster County 911 Advisory Committee has submitted recommendations regarding accountability and oversight to the Board of Supervisors.

Plant sale at VoTech The Houston Vocational Center AEST Plant Science class is having their first annual spring plant sale at the AEST Greenhouse.

Chickasaw County wrapped up their round of Christmas parades last weekend as the Town of New Houlka put their floats, four-wheelers and horses on display.

The Webster Progress-Times Webster County authorities are investigating auto burglaries and a possible break-in at a store in the Clarkson area.

The filing period for 2009 municipal elections is under way in Mississippi. In Webster County, the offices of mayor and all Board of Aldermen seats are up for grabs in Eupora, Mathiston, Mantee and Walthall.