Valerie Huddleston Valerie B. Huddleston, 91, entered into eternal rest on April 20, 2013, surrounded by her family. Born September 15, 1921, she was the oldest of ten children to Dora J. and A.M. Boyette, Sr. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, H. Lamar Huddleston in 2009. Valerie leaves [...]
About Beth Thomas
Beth Thomas is the news editor for the Southern Sentinel. She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2011 with a degree in journalism. Beth is a New Albany native, and she began working at the Sentinel in 2013.Author Archive | Beth Thomas
Fitzpatrick found guilty of capital murder
By Errol Castens Daily Journal OXFORD – An Attala County jury of six men and six women took three-and-one-half hours to convict Franklin Fitzpatrick, 28, of capital murder in the Dec. 3, 2010, shooting of Tippah County Deputy DeWayne Crenshaw. More than a dozen law enforcement officers were in the Lafayette County Circuit courtroom when [...]
Prosecution rests in Fitzpatrick trial
By Errol Castens Daily Journal OXFORD – Wednesday’s testimony in the capital murder trial of Franklin Fitzpatrick took two compelling twists when witnesses for the prosecution and defense, respectively, made statements that helped the other side’s case. Fitzpatrick is accused of ripping Tippah County Deputy Rodney Callahan’s .40-caliber SigSauer service pistol out of the officer’s [...]
Ripley municipal election summary
Election summary report for the municipal election in the city of Ripley. Results are from four precincts and do not include absentee ballots and affidavits. Democratic mayor Lewis Davis – 669 Democratic Alderman at Large Shane Bourg – 307 Jon Grisham – 442 Jonny O’Leary – 105 Paul (Tony) Rogers – 191 Democratic Alderman [...]
NUNNELEE VOTES TO END PRESIDENT OBAMA’S NEEDLESS FLIGHT DELAYS
FOR THE SENTINEL/ Congressman Alan Nunnelee (R-Miss) released the following statement after his vote in favor of H.R. 1765, the Reducing Flight Delays Act: “President Obama hates the idea of limited government, so rather than find smart ways to save money without impacting essential services, he decided to make spending cuts as painful as possible [...]
National Day of Prayer to be observed Thursday
FOR THE SENTINEL/ You are invited to participate in the 62nd observance of the annual National Day of Prayer in Ripley on the Square on the westside of the Courthouse, Thursday, May 2, at noon. This year’s national theme is “Pray for America”. It is based on Matthew 12:21 which reminds us that “In His name [...]
Ripley High School on lock down
This morning 8 to 9 law enforcement vehicles were seen on the Ripley High School campus as officials responded to a threat against the school. Allegedly, threatening notes, including bomb threats have been written in the boys’ bathroom over the past month. The latest note allegedly target RHS Principal Jeff Palmer. One RHS teacher stated [...]
Breaking news: Ripley High School on lock down due to alleged bomb threat. All students are having their lockers and back packs checked.
BMC to hold children’s auditions for ‘Annie’
Auditions for the children’s roles (the Orphans) in the Blue Mountain College Theatre fall musical, “Annie,” will be at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, in Garrett Hall on the BMC campus. There are roles for 5 to 6 girls ages 10-16. The production, scheduled for Oct. 1-5, is being directed by James Andre, [...]
Mississippi state officials warn of approaching storm
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/ The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is asking residents to prepare for severe weather this afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service is predicting that an approaching cold front will bring the possibility of strong tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail and flash flooding. Weather Service predictions show a moderate risk of tornadoes [...]
