Area News
Forty-Eight Years Later, Legacy Comes Full Circle
By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit On Saturday, April 18, the 1978 state champions joined the 2026 title team in celebration, with a Championship Parade and Net Cutting Ceremony, highlighting a family and school traditions of excellence. In the parade sporting their own float was the 1978 Girls State A Champions and the 1978 Boys State…
Read MoreMorton Day in the Park
By: Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit Farris Municipal Park is about to come alive as the town of Morton hosts its annual Morton Day in the Park. Returning Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. the day will be filled with local artisan crafts and vendors, live music, and family-friendly fun. Start the day off…
Read MoreFirst Responder of the Month
FIREFIGHTER GAREN RICHMOND By Cheryl Owens Mississippi Spirit Garen Richmond with the City of Morton Fire Department has been chosen as the First Responder of the Month. Richmond has served Scott County as a firefighter for almost six years and the City of Morton for just over a year. He says what inspired him to…
Read MoreArrest Reports
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests from April 13–26. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Noah Lindo, April 13, 2026, possession of stolen property. Estevan Ochoa, April 14, 2026, possession of a controlled substance. Jeremy Walker, April 15, 2026, indictment. Tarquavion Willi, April 15, 2026, possession…
Read MoreA Moment for Leadership: Will Trump Seize His Foreign Policy Legacy?
By: Steve Carvelli There are times in history when everything aligns for someone to lead; and the true leader answers by seizing that opportunity without reservation, remorse, or fear of repercussion. We are at such a time, and the leader who needs to seize the opportunity is President Trump American Presidents have had to deliver…
Read MoreCareer Women’s Luncheon to Feature Miss Mississippi
The Morton Chamber of Commerce has announced a guest speaker for this year’s Career Women’s Luncheon, set to take place on Wednesday, April 22, at 12 noon. Headlining the event will be Anna Leah Jolly, who currently holds the title of Miss Mississippi 2025. The annual luncheon, a long-standing tradition in the community, celebrates the…
Read MoreTattoo the Teacher
Tattoo the Teacher Event a Success! Students and staff at Morton Elementary came together Friday in a spirited show of support for a unique and light hearted fundraiser designed to give back to those who give so much – their teachers.
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