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County Board approves update to AVL computer system at E911

The Clay County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a quote of $2,080 from Precision Communications to update the Automatic Vehicle Location computer system at E911.

Sheriff Eddie Scott said the AVL system is a tracking system on all the patrol cars and most county vehicles.

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John's Grocery burglar arrested

Deputies with the Clay County Sheriff's Department arrested 41-year-old James Rooks on Wednesday for burglary of a commercial building.

A statement by the CCSD said the incident occurred at approximately 1:12 a.m. when deputies responded to an alarm at John's Grocery on Highway 45 Alt.

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WPCSD kicks off 2017-2018 school year

West Point Consolidated School District teachers and administrators are preparing for the first day of school on Aug. 7.

Community Relations Coordinator Julie Hill said WPCSD has its New Teacher Orientation Monday night.

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Junior Auxiliary provides supplies, uniforms to students in need

Junior Auxiliary of West Point is providing school supplies through “Stuff the Bus” and school uniforms to students in need in West Point and Clay County.

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WPPD offers back-to-school safety advice

As the start of the new school year approaches, the West Point Police Department offers safety advice for those who walk and bike to school.

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University relations executive director announces retirement

Maridith Walker Geuder, executive director of university relations at Mississippi University for Women, has announced she will retire at the end of September after serving more than 30 years in higher education.