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Police investigating Ban on burning issued for area body found in yard Staff reports
A man’s body was discovered in the yard of a Horton Street home late Wednesday afternoon. When Corinth police arrived
on the scene around 4:30 p.m. they found the body of a black male with a single gunshot wound to the head. No foul play is suspected, and police believe the wound was
self-inflicted. Corinth Police Chief Ralph Dance said an investigation is underway. The body has been sent for an autopsy.
Staff photo by Zack Steen
LINK volunteer Becky Williams discusses the history of the Fillmore Street Chapel with Carrie Chappell’s sixth grade Corinth Middle School class during the Architectural Discovery Walk on Wednesday.
BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
A statewide temporary burn ban is in effect for Alcorn County heading into the weekend. The National Weather Service in Memphis issued a Fire Weather Watch through Saturday night due to the forecasted low humidity and windy conditions. “The ground is very dry in our area right now and with the weather forecast, conditions are prime for a burn ban,” said Alcorn County Director of Emergency Services Ricky Gibens. “It would be a very smart thing not to burn right now.” NWS said the combination of low humidity, low fuel moisture and strong north winds will create potential red flag conditions in North Mississippi today and Saturday. Sunny skies with winds of 15 to 20 mph are forecasted, with humidity levels of 15 to 25 percent. Temperatures are expected to hover in the mid 60s through the weekend with overnight lows in high 30s. The greatest threat timing for red flag conditions according to the NWS will be in the late morning to mid afternoon hours over the next few days
when humidity levels are expected to be at their lowest and winds are expected to be at their strongest. According to NWS, any fires that develop during this time period will likely spread rapidly. “It’s amazing how fast a small fire can spread,” said Gibens. “It only takes a few minutes for a fire a person thinks they have under control to get way out of control.” Gibens said local fire departments, first responders and the forestry department have fought a number of grass fires already this week. “We’ve had a lot of fires start in highway and road medians after someone has thrown out a cigarette,” he added. “There’s a lot of undergrowth around many area roads, which makes for ample conditions to help start a fire.” Gibens said even though he is enforcing a local burn ban, there are exceptions. “Anyone needing to burn in the next few days really needs to call my office before starting the fire,” he said. (For more information, contact Gibens’ office at 662286-7737.)
Walking tour brings past to life Local manufacturer plans to add 175 jobs BY ZACK STEEN
zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
Middle schoolers from across Alcorn County converged on the historic streets of downtown Corinth on Wednesday for LINK’s annual Architectural Discovery Walk. Sixth grade students from Alcorn Central Middle School, Biggersville Elementary School, Corinth Middle School, Glendale Elementary School and Rienzi Elementary School learned about the past while
on a ten-stop tour of historical landmarks around the city. “Doing this is such a joy,” said volunteer Becky Williams, who presented students with a history of the Fillmore Street Chapel. “Most of the students I’ve seen so far have been perfection. They have been very engaging this year as well.” Volunteers, dressed in period attire and stationed at each stop included Janice Knighton at the Verandah-Curlee House, Sonny Boatman at the Rankin Print-
ery/old Tishomingo Savings Bank location, Bobby Marolt at the Alcorn County Chancery building, Dave Jennings at Borroum’s Drug Store and the Alcorn County Courthouse, William McMullin at the Waldron Street Christian Church, Brandy Steen at the Historic Corinth Coliseum and Betsy and Beth Whitehurst at Biggers Hardware and the Old Liddon Bank. Twelve-year-old Andre AdPlease see TOUR | 6A
Church hosts breast cancer walk BY KIMBERLY SHELTON kshelton@dailycorinthian.com
Lacing up their walking shoes, the Woman-to-Woman Auxiliary of Hopewell Baptist Church is preparing to host its Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. “We had a total of 109 buy tshirts this year and are hopeful that more will register as the date of the walk nears,” said Hopewell Outreach Committee Member Sherika Guyton. “Those who did not purchase a t-shirt, but would still like to
participate may register at 7 a.m. on Saturday. We just ask that they give a donation with
all proceeds going to benefit the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation.” Open to everyone regardless of age or gender, the 2-mile walk will begin and end at the church. In addition to the cancer walk, guest speakers, Sheila Garvin and Janet Hurd will be on hand to share their testimonies. A member of Hopewell M.B. Church, Janet Hurd was 49-years-old when she received Please see WALK | 6A
BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com
A local furniture manufacturer expansion will create close to 200 new jobs for North Mississippians in the coming months. Bauhaus Furniture Group is adding production capabilities at its distribution warehouse in the North Ripley Industrial Park. The 230,000-square-foot expansion will create approximately 175 jobs according to Tippah County Development Foundation Executive Director Matthew Harrison. “After much review from Bauhaus, we are pleased that Tippah County was chosen for their new operations,” said Harrison. “This decision shows that not only does this area have the quality workforce necessary to fill the required roles needed, but that the Northeast Mississippi area can provide excellent opportunities to companies looking for a pro business environment.” The Saltillo-based company will reportedly spend about $2 million in building
improvements and equipment additions at the Ripley facility. The company, which produces the La-Z-Boy brand of sofas, sectionals and recliners, currently has a factory in Saltillo that employs around 240 people. “Tippah County has seen renewed interest from new and expanding industries over the past year, and we are elated to have the opportunity to see 175 citizens in our communities have an opportunity at a quality Bauhaus job,” added Harrison. “The new jobs will not only benefit Tippah County, but also our neighboring communities.” The Mississippi Development Authority and Tippah County, who was able to secure about $1 million in grants and tax incentives for the expansion, are providing financial assistance for the project. “We are proud of all of the industries and small businesses that makeup our community. Everyone has partnered together to see continued ecoPlease see JOBS | 6A
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Alcorn Central Middle School students receive a letter from Kossuth High School graduate and Marine Corps Lance Corporal Todd Mitchell who is serving in the Middle East. Mitchell wrote in response to letters of support sent to service members by the students.
Alcorn Central High School hosts homecoming festivities. Kayla Huggins is crowned homecoming queen prior to the Golden Bears’ football game.
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