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2nd burglary suspect surrenders BY L.A. STORY lastory@dailycorinthian.com
The second suspect in a residential burglary turned himself in to the police department Thursday. Corinth Police Department Capt. Dell Green confirmed Jonathan Hicks, 42, is currently in custody. Hicks was a wanted subject in a
residential burglary which occurred Jan. 26 at a home on Minor Road, where firearms were taken. Bond has not yet been set, said Green. Hicks’ arrest comes on the heels of the Wednesday arrest of Benjamin Kane Hicks, 30, who was also wanted for the same burglary. An-
other individual arrested Wednesday was Brenda Burks, 44, the owner of the Pinecrest Circle home from which Benjamin Hicks was extracted. Burks was charged with two felonies — assault on a police officer and rendering criminal assistance for harboring Benjamin Hicks.
Oasis hires staff members BY L.A. STORY lastory@dailycorinthian.com
It began with prayers and now Oasis Medical Center has seen those prayers answered as new staff members are lined up for training to take over as Executive Director Martha Jobe begins her transition toward retirement. During a board meeting Tuesday evening, the Oasis Medical Center revealed its newest staff members, including Chief Executive Office in training Matt Mitchell. Mitchell is a licensed professional counselor with much history with Oasis. He has served as an OMC board member and president. Since that time, he continued to be involved by being the liaison between his church and the xenter, by participating with his whole family in the Walk for Life for years, by helping to raise financial support for OMC, and by serving in an advisory capacity. “Many will remember Matt as the Master of Ceremonies at our 2016 Banquet. Matt brings many God-given gifts and skills wrapped in a great personality,” said Jobe. Regarding his new position, Mitchell said, “This organization has been serving our community for 22 years and I’m excited to be a part of it.” Regarding Mitchell’s new Please see OASIS | 2A
BY L.A. STORY Those who feel a need for speed can race to get their fix at the Second Annual Racers Expo this Saturday. Event coordinator Billy Tedford said there will be a lot for racing and automotive enthusiasts to enjoy at the Second Annual Racers Expo to be held Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Crossroads Arena. Among the items racing regulars will want to see are dirt track cars, pulling tractors, mini sprints, drag racers and other different forms of racing cars and Corinth RV will have an RV and a camper available. “This expo just promotes racing in general. We have
Green provided updates on two local shootings from earlier this week. There are still no suspects in the drive by shooting of Quantavious Please see SUSPECT | 2A
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Oasis Executive Director Martha Jobe goes over procedures with Chief Executive Officer in training Matt Mitchell at the Oasis Board of Directors meeting Tuesday night where staff changes were announced.
several vendors coming. People can come and see the stuff they have to offer,” said Tedford. Among the vendors coming, Tedford said he has one car company out of Tennessee that builds race cars. There will also be vendors who design decals and signs. Tedford said two racetracks will be represented — one out of West Memphis, Ark., and the other out of Columbus, and they will be on hand to discuss racing and talk about their upcoming racing seasons. “Columbus has the first race coming up next weekend [Feb. 25] and that starts the
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Programs celebrate Black History Month BY KIMBERLY SHELTON
Arena hosts racing expo lastory@dailycorinthian.com
Shootings suspects remain at large
Applauding the achievements of men and women of color, local and area churches and organizations are marking Black History Month with a variety of programs. The Alcorn County Branch NAACP will hold its 6th Annual Black History program at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18. Held at Meigg Street Church of Christ, located at 914 Meigg Street in Corinth, the program will contain reflections in Black History from community youth as well as a recital of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I have A Dream” speech. Bro. Taurean Morton, a 2001 Corinth High School graduate, will serve as the speaker. The 33-year-old currently serves as the minister of Lincoln Garden Church of Christ in Cleveland. Music will be rendered by the Terry Street Church of Christ Male Chorus of Ripley. The event will also feature a drawing for two $100 gift certificates from Roger’s/Gardner’s Supermarket. Tickets on the raffle are $2 each and can be purchased from any NAACP Member. The celebratory program is free and open to the public. However, three queens
“Black History Month is a time each year that we have to reflect on those changes which have occurred, relationships that have been made, understanding and respect which has been gained and maintained. Let us all do our part in showing our appreciation for each other everyday in this great city that we love.” Tommy Irwin Corinth Mayor have been selected to accept donations from those who would like to give the branch. They are Anitha Keith, Mary Wade Cummings, and Kolisha Ratliff Strickland. All are encouraged to wear their African attire. Greetings will be provided by Corinth Mayor Tommy IrPlease see HISTORY | 2A
People of the Crossroads Jenny Johnson, Corinth Accustomed to teaching mathematics, Corinth Middle School instructor Jenny Johnson is tackling new subjects. “We have a fabulous math department here at CMS and I am excited to be teaching both geography and Mississippi history this year,” said the 49-year-old educator. “I love the Cambridge International curriculum, particularly when it comes to math. It is very precise and teaches the students to think backwards as well as forward.” A 1985 graduate of Alcorn Central High School, Jenny is the daughter of Vernon and Kathryn Smith of Smith Home Center. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin and Delta State University, she holds a B.S. in Elementary Education as well as a Master’s and Specialist’s degree in education. She is the wife of Allen Johnson and the mother of Mark, 19, and Katey, 22.
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