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CCSD website keeps community informed

Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott gave a presentation during yesterday’s Rotary Club meeting about the Clay County Sheriff’s Department website, www.claysheriffms.org, and how the department is using it to keep the community informed.

Rodeo to benefit Clay County 4-H kicks off Friday

The 31st annual rodeo to benefit Clay County 4-H will be Friday and Saturday starting at 7:30 p.m. nightly at the Cattlemen’s Stockyard located on West TVA Road.

The rodeo will cost $5 for anyone under 12-years-old, $10 for anyone over 12 and children under $5 will be free.

West Nile virus reported in Clay County

One human case of West Nile virus, which is typically transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito, has been reported in Clay County in a report released by the Mississippi Department of Health on Tuesday.

West Point man arrested for kidnapping

A West Point man and registered sex offender has been arrested and accused of kidnapping a realtor.

Kenneth Fox, 40, was arrested on Tuesday in Aberdeen after he held a realtor against her will at a house showing.

WPHS no longer listed as priority school by MDE

During Monday night’s West Point Consolidated School District Board of Trustee’s meeting, Superintendent Burnell McDonald announced West Point High School is no longer considered a priority school by Mississippi Department of Education.

WPPD continues investigation of stolen air conditioners, firearms

The West Point Police Department is continuing to investigate the burglaries of air conditioning units and firearms that occurred in the last few weeks.

WPPD investigating stolen firearms, air conditioners

The West Point Police Department is continuing to investigate the burglaries over the last few weeks which resulted in stolen air conditioning units and firearms.

Several men wanted by CCSD for various crimes

Several men are wanted by the Clay County Sheriff’s Department for different crimes.

Stefon Cox of West Point is wanted by CCSD for one county of burglary.

31st annual 4-H fundraiser rodeo set for Aug. 18-19

The 31st annual rodeo to benefit Clay County 4-H will be Aug. 18-19 beginning at 7:30 p.m. nightly.

Rodeo sponsor Luke Lummus said the rodeo will cost $5 for anyone under 12-years-old and $10 for anyone over 12.

He said the funds raised will go toward Clay County 4-H.

County Board honors Tyrone Ellis

The Clay County Board of Supervisors honored Tyrone Ellis with a resolution during Thursday morning’s board meeting.

Tyrone Ellis served in the Mississippi House of Representatives and announced his retirement after 38 years of service. He is also a pastor.