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Hatley Tiger Pride Marching Band, Color Guard achieve rewarding goals

Color Guard achieves superior ratings at three contests, while band gets first superior rating since 1995
Allie Martin,

HATLEY, Miss. (WCBI) – It has been a big semester for members of the Hatley Tiger Pride Band and Color Guard. Recently, the band achieved a feat not seen since 1995 at the Monroe County school. Ethan Dodd doesn’t let a physical disability keep him from contributing to the Hatley Tiger Pride Marching Band. The practices may be tough, but…

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MSU allows first generation students to meet others like them

Ansley Perkins,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- It can bring an immense sense of pride for a family to see a first-generation college student pursuing higher education. This week, Mississippi State University is hosting special events for students who are the first in their families to attend college. Kay Ann Matlock is the first in her family to attend college. The Mississippi State junior…

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West Point has moderate voter turnout at polls

Eric Lampkin,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – A hotly contested judge’s race and a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives drove West Point voters to the polls today. Election officials described today’s early turnout as moderate. Of particular interest in Clay County, and across the Golden Triangle, are the seats on the 16th Judicial Circuit Bench. Judges Lee Coleman and Lee…

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EMCC hosts annual Military Tribute for Veterans Day

Eric Lampkin,

MAYHEW, Miss. (WCBI) – East Mississippi Community College gets an early start on recognizing Veteran’s Day. EMCC hosted its annual Military Tribute at the Lyceum on the Mayhew Campus. College President Scott Alsobrooks along with faculty and staff recognized Military Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members representing all branches of the Armed Forces. The featured speaker was former Starkville Police Chief,…