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When evil comes

By | 5:05 PM | January 2, 2013 | Business, News, Opinion

A story is told about the childhood of former president Teddy Roosevelt. One Sunday morning, as Teddy was getting ready for church, his father came into the room.  He saw that Teddy had his slingshot in one pocket and was attaching a knife to his belt.  The father, who was confused, asked Teddy why he [...]

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Houston ISD picked for cutting edge study

By | 5:18 PM | December 28, 2012 | Business, Living, News

Dore Program will be implemented as part of partnership with Mississippi State educators. HOUSTON – A cutting edge study implementing a new learning initiative and research study will begin in the Houston Upper Elementary School after the first of the year.   Dore – an individualized, cerebellar development program – will be brought to Houston [...]

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Okolona conservator updates aldermen

By | 5:05 AM | December 23, 2012 | Business, Living, News

OKOLONA – School conservator Dr. Mac Curlee said Okolona schools have improved but they still have room for improvement. Speaking to the Okolona Board of Aldermen and Mayor on Dec. 11, Curlee said he is pleased with the direction is moving and glad to see the community appointing trustees to once again lead the district. [...]

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Okolona names school trustees

By | 7:30 AM | December 20, 2012 | Business, Living, News

OKOLONA – After almost three years, Okolona now has a school board and trustees that will direct local schools. The Okolona Mayor and Board of Aldermen named five people to the school board at their meeting last week. The five Okolona School Board Trustees and background are: • Sara L. Jenkins – Retired school counselor. • Dr. [...]

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