Prentiss County Woman accused of using fake ID
McNairy County Commission approves county jail partnership
Corinth ‘Warriors on Wick’ makes its return
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Agencies bust underage drinking party rants. Jennifer Shadburn of 168 County Road 544 in Rienzi, was charged with 15 separate counts of violating the Mississippi Social Host Law by knowingly allowing a party to take place or continue where an underage person obtains, possesses or consumes an alcoholic beverage. Seventeen minors, ranging in
BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
A late night party at a Rienzi residence resulted in a huge underage drinking bust. Seven agencies, including the Alcorn County Sheriff’s Department and Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Control, joined forces in rural Alcorn County after becoming aware of the Aug. 19 party and securing search war-
age from 16 to 20, at the party were charged with possession of beer, paraphernalia and marijuana. Safety check points were setup surrounding the County Road 544 residence. A number of people were arrested at the road blocks and more than 24 citations were handed out. Among the charges included six seatbelt violations, four
Post eclipse light show
By Jebb Johnston jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com
BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
Crossroads area residents went along for a bumby ride on Tuesday night as a strong storm system pushed across the midsouth. While the system produced heavy rain and some localized flooding, the real noise maker came from dangerous cloud to ground lightning. A lightning strike damaged a piece of equipment on a power line in Alcorn County, knocking power out to around 1,000 ACE Power Company customers. “Most of the outages occurred south of Kossuth and south of Corinth on Highway 45,” said ACE COO Jason Grisham. “We also had a few scattered outages due to the storm, but most were cleared up and power restored within three hours.” The lightning show also provided ample opportunities for local photographers who attempted to snap the perfect picture. Joey Wilder was one who got lucky. “In a span of about 11 min-
Local freelance photographer Joey Wilder captured this Crossroads area lightning strike during Tuesday night’s storm. utes or so, I saw at least 25 visible lightning strikes going to the ground, with many more just lighting up the night sky and clouds,” he said. “Tuesday night’s storm definitely stands out in memory due to the amount of cloud to ground lightning strikes in such a short time span.” Wilder said he didn’t plan on
taking photos of the storm. “It was just a spur of the moment deal,” said the freelance photographer. He said he enjoyed the time watching the lightening show from his front porch with his family. “It was cool,” added Wilder. “Probably the best series of photos I’ve ever captured.”
Fundraiser helps service dog efforts lastory@dailycorinthian.com
Golfers judging a BBQ competition? What may seem like an unlikely pairing will work in harmony Friday as a fundraiser for Retrieving Freedom Inc. in the organization’s efforts to train service dogs for wounded veterans, children with autism and individuals with Type I diabetes. Region IV Mental Health, Reconnect 4 Autism and the Bearded Villains North Mississippi are joining forces to host the First Annual Retrieving Freedom Golf Outing —
The Alcorn County Board of Supervisors scheduled a public hearing on the next fiscal year’s budget as the process nears completion. This week’s meeting saw the board accept the proposed budget which will go to a public hearing at 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, and then be considered for final adoption. As previously reported, the budget for the fiscal year running from Oct. 1 through Sept. 30, 2018, is proposed to make no change to the millage rate used to determine property taxes. However, with this year’s reappraisal process, many property owners will see their taxes calculated on higher assessed values. Among the financially supported outside agencies, there are a few adjustments. The Northeast Regional Library is proposed to get the requested 10 percent increase which the director said is necessary to avoid cutting smaller branches and reducing hours at larger branches. The Jacinto Foundation would have $4,578 available
to cover expenses on a reimbursement basis, and the budget sets another $20,000 to cover building work such as roof repair. In last year’s budget, the foundation was cut from $24,578 down to $6,000 to cover expenses on a reimbursement basis. The animal shelter is proposed to get a $10,000 bump to $35,000 because of building needs, and an additional $5,000 is designated for the new spay program. The board delayed action on a tax anticipation loan of $600,000 and is projecting moving into a surplus situation in the new fiscal year. “We are going to further investigate and decide when we get a few more numbers to see if we can possibly go without having to borrow that money,” said Chancery Clerk Greg Younger. In other business, Sheriff Ben Caldwell reported the monthly billing for the regional correctional facility. For the first time, it included the housing of a few inmates for Tippah County, generatPlease see budget | 2
People of the Crossroads Matt Quinn, Corinth By Mark Boehler “Too blessed to be stressed” is Matt Quinn’s motto. He backs the motto by sharing his love of work, community service, family, love of sports and “helping people.” The 38-year-old loves Corinth, Ole Miss sports and is a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan. His civic work includes being president of The Lighthouse Foundation, treasurer of the Siege and Battle of Corinth Commission, and member of the Corinth Rotary Club. For the past seven years he has been assistant vice president of CB&S Bank and branch manager on Shiloh Road. He has a wife of 13 years, Jessica, and they have two sons, 7-yearold Braxton and 21/2 -year-old Hudson. They attend Oakland Baptist Church. A Corinth High School and Ole Miss graduate, he also has a “big heart” for Living Free Ministries.
3-Man Scramble on Friday, Aug. 25 at Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club in Corinth. The cost of the event is $75 per player or $200 for a team of three. Players are encouraged to sign up as a team. However, if someone registers solo, that player will be added to a team to play. This price includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, numerous contest and lots of fun, say event organizers. Also included, is the opportunity to meet some of the honored guests. A few of the RFI hero service Please see benefit | 2
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The annual Alcorn Agriculture and Forestry Tour visits the Chips Inc chip mill at Glen.
A new clock is unveiled at the corner of Fillmore and Cruise streets.
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in Alcorn County Justice Court. In addition to deputies and ABC agents, the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, Mississippi Highway Patrol, Mississippi Department of Transportation Law Enforcement Division, Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries Law Enforcement Division and Mississippi Army National Guard Drug Enforcement assisted in the bust.
County schedules budget hearing
Storm produces power outages, photo opportunity
By L.A. Story
minors in possession of beer, two possession of beer in a dry county by an adult, two possession of alcohol in a dry county by an adult, one DUI of marijuana, one tint law violation, one expired tag, three no driver’s license, four no insurance and one possession of controlled substance (pills). All persons arrested or charged will have a court date
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