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• Corinth, Mississippi • 18 pages • One section

Northeast student shot on campus BY BRANT SAPPINGTON bsappington@dailycorinthian.com

A Northeast Mississippi Community College student was shot in the leg while jogging on the campus Thursday night.

Two students were jogging on Jefferson Street on the campus around 11 p.m. when shots were fired in their direction. One shot struck one of the students in the back of the leg. He was

transported to Baptist Memorial Hospital-Booneville where he was treated and released, according to College Police Chief Randy Baxter in a written statement from the school.

Booneville police and the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department assisted in responding to the incident. Booneville Police Chief Michael Ramey told the newspaper early Friday

a person of interest in the case was in custody, but emphasized the NEMCC police department is in charge of the case and rePlease see SHOOTING | 6

River run Bears ease young victims’ fears Update slated for returns in restaurant October BY BRANT SAPPINGTON

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BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com

SAVANNAH, Tenn. — During a recent media day held at the historic Savannah Theatre in Savannah, Tenn., American country music artist Darryl Worley unveiled his plans for the future. The 52-year-old also reminisced about the humble beginnings of his popular Tennessee River Run. “When I decided to start this whole thing, I didn’t have a clue what I was getting into – not an ounce,” said Worley. “I’ve learned along the way that if you do big charity work for your hometown, then everybody else is going to want you to do one for their hometown too.” “It’s been a challenge over the years trying to keep the event’s focus on the community because I am constantly Please see RUN | 5

Miss Corinth is helping make things a little more bearable for the youngest victims of crimes and tragedies. Molly Warren, Miss Corinth 2016, delivered a big pile of furry friends to the Corinth Police Department Saturday to help ease the pain for children involved in difficult situations. The stuffed animals will be carried by police officers and used to comfort children they encounter as they go about their duties. Warren said she was inspired to get involved with the project, known as Teddy We Care Bears, through a fellow contestant at her state pageant. She began collecting bears and said within two hours of asking for donations she had more than 400 stuffed animals donated. The pageant winner said she also wants the police to know they’re supported during recent difficult times for law enforcement. Corinth Police Chief Ralph Dance said the donation will be a huge help for the chil-

BY JEBB JOHNSTON jjohnston@dailycorinthian.com

Staff photo by Brant Sappington

Miss Corinth Molly Warren (left) presents a teddy bear to Corinth Police Chief Ralph Dance. The bear is one of a large number of stuffed animals Warren presented to the police department for them to distribute to children in traumatic situations. dren they come in contact with. “It makes a big difference for them,” he said.

First-ever festival to celebrate unique brews

Dance said officers often deal with young children in Please see BEARS | 6

Captain D’s at 800 Highway 72 East is set for a remodel. The city issued a building permit to Patriot Construction for a $60,000 project with interior and exterior improvements at the seafood restaurant. Outside, the work will include renovation of the tower at the front of the building and installation of a new front door, windows and a metal roof. Interior work will include a new furniture package, wall covering, paint and lighting fixtures. Building Inspector Greg Tyson said the contractor plans to do the majority of work at night so the restaurant can remain open.

Interior work will include a new furniture package, wall covering, paint and lighting fixtures.

People of the Crossroads Becky Winters, Glen Staff photo by Zack Steen

BY KIMBERLY SHELTON

A familiar face inside the Alcorn Central football field concession stand during games, Becky Winters stays busy volunteering as booster club president for the Golden Bears squad. “I love football ... from watching my Ohio State Buckeyes on TV to cheering on my Bears here at home, it’s an important part of our lives,” said the 34-year-old. A fourth grade teacher at Alcorn Central Elementary School, Winters is married to Tom and together they have three children, 15-year-old Alcorn Central football player Jacob, 9-yearold Peyton and 4-year-old Kinley. The family attends South Corinth Baptist Church.

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The C.A.R.E garden will be transformed into a beer garden as The Flying Pig and Clark Beverage present their first-ever “When Pigs Fly” Craft Beer Festival. Held on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 1 to 5 p.m., at the historic Depot, the frothy event will draw beer drinkers and connoisseurs from across the region. “We are hoping to get 25 or more breweries committed,” said Flying Pig Owner Brandi Phillips. “We are still in the planning stages as of now, but each brewery typically brings two or three craft beers with

them.” In addition to tasting various craft beers, attendees will also have the opportunity to sample local and area cuisine since smith restaurant, Moondog Makers and Bakers and The Neon Pig of Tupelo will all be set up. Please see FESTIVAL | 6

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Susan Prather of Corinth returns home after a five week visit to Europe as part of the Summer Discover Pre-College Enrollment Program at England’s Cambridge University.

Sarah Beth Rakestraw is among the students receiving alumni scholarships to Northeast Mississippi Community College from the school’s alumni association.

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