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Arrest Reports for May 30 – June 5, 2026 reported by the Scott County Sheriff’s Department. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. May 30 Demarlo Pereze West, 47, Mittimus, Forest. Kimberly Puckett, 32, disturbance of family, Forest. Erik Brandon Puckett, 29, disturbance of family, Forest. May 31 Mary McCoy,…
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By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit If you’ve stepped outside lately, you already know — summer has arrived in Mississippi. The temperatures are climbing, the humidity is settling in, and it seems like it only takes a few minutes outdoors before you’re looking for a cold drink and a shady spot. While summer brings plenty of…
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By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit How can someone forget their own child? It’s a question many people ask whenever they hear a news report about a child left in a hot vehicle. Most parents and caregivers believe it could never happen to them. The truth is, experts say that mindset may be one of the…
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By Marsha L. Barnes guest columnist My precious parents are the reason I grew up knowing about this week’s article topic. I was so blessed to have been raised in a home where historically significant events were discussed almost daily. Almost sixty years have passed since Robert F. Kennedy made his famous visit to our…
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By Alana Miles guest columnist “Anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you.” – Misty Copeland Do you remember, as a child, riding in the passenger seat while one of your parents drove you somewhere and all of a sudden, they had to slam on the brakes and their right…
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By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit Members of the Morton Lions Club enjoyed an interesting and informative program at their recent meeting presented by Riley Dollar of Ott & Lee Funeral Homes. Dollar shared the history behind coffins and caskets, explaining that while many people use the terms interchangeably, there are actually differences between the two.…
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By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit Scott County Chancery Clerk Tom Miles recently shared an inside look at the work of the chancery clerk’s office during a visit with the Morton Lions Club, highlighting efforts to modernize county records, protect taxpayers and assist local families. Miles, who was recently recognized as one of the county’s top…
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By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit Organizers of Morton Day in the Park and Lake Fest have announced that both events have been rescheduled due to weather concerns and unsafe conditions. Morton Day in the Park was originally scheduled for May 2, while Lake Fest was planned for May 9. Both events are now set to…
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staff reports The Scott County Sports Hall of Fame inducted its 12th class of honored players, coaches, and sports contributors while recognizing other groups for their achievements. The Hall of Fame held its annual induction ceremony on Saturday, April 25 at the Livingston Performing Arts Center at Roosevelt State Park in Morton. The Class of…
Read More “No act of kindness, no matter how small is ever wasted.” – Aesop Ever since I was a little girl, the most memorable and meaningful events for me have almost always revolved around some sort of exchange involving a gift. Whenever someone would give me a trinket or memento, my heart would swell up inside…
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