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Monroe County News

Local, regional, and statewide news continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Yesterday | The Clarion-Ledger

Heat stroke kills Monroe County man

An elderly Monroe County man whose body was found Sunday by his sister died from heat stroke, the county's coroner said today.

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Related Topix: Shannon, MS

Tuesday | The Mississippi Press

Miss. Supreme Court OKs appeal in Monroe Co. case

The Mississippi Supreme Court has ruled Christopher Lashon Johnson can pursue a post-conviction claim in Monroe County Circuit Court.

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Related Topix: Mantee, MS

Sun Jul 13, 2008

The Mississippi Press

Man drowns in Buttahatchie River

A Columbus man drowned Saturday in the Buttahatchie River. Monroe County Coroner Alan Gurley says 28-year-old Juan Franco was pronounced dead after his body was recovered hear the Lawrence Bridge on the ...

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Related Topix: Columbus, MS, Lowndes County, MS, Hamilton, MS

Wed Jul 02, 2008

Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Legislation passed to build Amory steel mill

By Bobby Harrison Daily Journal Jackson Bureau JACKSON - The city of Amory can issue up to $5 million in bonds to allow a private company to make its own infrastructure improvements in an area it plans to ...

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Related Topix: Amory, MS

Sat Jun 21, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Monroe County Chamber presents awards at banquet

By Barbara Harrington Senior Writer ABERDEEN - A celebration of Monroe County is how Tony Green referred to Friday night's annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

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Related Topix: Hamilton, MS, Amory, MS, Itawamba County, MS, Aberdeen, MS

Thu Jun 19, 2008

The Clarion-Ledger

Monroe Co. deputies nab 7 on charges tied to meth

Seven people were arrested in four separate incidents last weekend by Monroe County Sheriff's deputies for allegedly making crystal meth.

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Related Topix: Itawamba County, MS, Drugs, Nettleton, MS

Mon Jun 09, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Healing Horses, Hearts

The Shepherd's Hands' mission is to provide financial support to organizations that fulfill the purposes of Jesus Christ by providing food, shelter, training and other support services to women and children in ...

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Related Topix: Hatley, MS, Tupelo, MS, Kids, Family

Thu May 29, 2008

Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Jeff Clark:Looking into our civic responsibility

One of the main rights and duties of a citizen should be to have a basic understanding of government workings, especially the electoral process.

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Related Topix: Aberdeen, MS, Opinion

Tue May 27, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Blaylock named CEO at Gilmore hospital

A native of Greenville, Blaylock has been affiliated with Health Managment Associates since 2001, most recently serving as the president and chief executive officer of Harton Regional Medical Center in ...

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Related Topix: Greenville, MS, Amory, MS, Flowood, MS

Sun May 25, 2008

The Clarion-Ledger

People in Business

Caleb Huggins has joined the firm as a 3D artist. His responsibilities will include creating 3D animations, renderings and virtual tours.

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Related Topix: Computers, Amory, MS, Aberdeen, MS, Smithville, MS

Fri May 23, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Rebar manufacturer to locate in Amroy

It will be the biggest industrial investment ever for North Monroe County. EcoSteel Recycling, LLC has applied for environmental permits and announced plans to construct a steel recycling facility on about 80 ...

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Related Topix: Amory, MS

Wed May 21, 2008

Amory Advertiser

No date set for special election in Aberdeen

The special election will have incumbent alderman Cloyd Garth and Wiclhie Clay on the ballot.

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Related Topix: Aberdeen, MS

Mon May 19, 2008

Amory Advertiser

New staff joins Monroe Journal

Middleton is a seasoned newspaper professional having worked in many markets in the South as a reporter, editor and manager.

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Related Topix: Amory, MS, Marketing

Sat May 17, 2008

The Clarion-Ledger

Traffic stop leads to felon's arrest in Monroe Co.

“The driver was consistently giving deputies false information about her identity”

A convicted felon from Aberdeen was arrested by Monroe County sheriff's deputies early this morning when they found she was driving with a handgun. via The Clarion-Ledger

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Related Topix: Aberdeen, MS

Thu May 15, 2008

Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Kinder Morgan announces $12.8M expansion

“They've cooperated with the city every way possible to help market their operation”

The expansion will allow the company to handle raw materials for SeverCorr, the new steel mill in Columbus. via Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

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Related Topix: Columbus, MS, Amory, MS, Hamilton, MS

Tue May 13, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Ballard wins in landslide

“I want to thank everyone that worked hard to help me win and I look forward to serving the citizens and working with the board.”

Ballard beat his opponent, Steve Lance 976 votes to 181 votes. "I am honored that the citizens of Aberdeen have elected me to serve as their mayor," Ballard said. via Amory Advertiser

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Related Topix: Aberdeen, MS, Tupelo, MS

Sat May 10, 2008

Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Blog Center

DJOURNAL.COM BLOG CENTER Here are blogs from the Daily Journal staff memebers and some readers. via Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

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Related Topix: Blog News, Mississippi, Mississippi State, MS, Lee County, MS, Opinion

Thu May 08, 2008

Amory Advertiser

Clark joins Monroe Journal

“Jeff brings experience as a news writer and a knowledge of Monroe County that we needed”

Clark will be covering a variety of subjects in Monroe County with an emphasis on Aberdeen. via Amory Advertiser

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Related Topix: Aberdeen, MS, West Point, MS

Tue May 06, 2008

Djournal.com

This is the third time the restaurant has gained attention from food publications.

“I didn't know if the project would be completed or not”

He was surprised when he opened it and there was a book entitled, "Hamburger America, One Man's Cross-Country Odyssey to Find the Best Burgers in the Nation" by George Motz. via Djournal.com

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Related Topix: Amory, MS, Holly Springs, MS

Sun May 04, 2008

Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Pilot computer program gets mixed reviews

“I've got good vibes about the program”

In an unprecedented move, the foundation supplied 110 seniors at AHS with a computer after having provided free wireless Internet access throughout the entire city, AmoryNet, to boost technology use. via Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

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Related Topix: Education Etc., Amory, MS, Computers, Family, Kids

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