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Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodDr. Ray Girnys dies of heart attack
timed Thu, 09/19/2024 - 01:02 PM
Dr. Ray Girnys, a kind and popular surgeon who moved to Greenwood from New York almost two decades ago, has died from a massive heart attack. Dr. Girnys was 68 years old. “Yes, it’s a sad day for us,” said Leflore County Coroner Debra Sanders. “Health care won’t be the same without him. He always had a smile.”Read more about Dr. Ray Girnys dies of heart attack Read more about…See the Story
Dr. Ray Girnys dies of heart attack
Air Force · GreenwoodThe United States Air Force is celebrating a birthday today. The branch was officially founded on September 18, 1947! Predecessor organizations date back to 1907. Closer to home, Keesler Air Force Base was built in 1941, named after a member of the Army Air Service who died in World War I. Samuel Reeves Keesler Jr. was from Greenwood, Mississippi. Happy birthday to the Air Force, and a thank you to all who serve and have served.
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United States Air Force is celebrating its 77th Air Force - WXXV News 25
Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodSchool Accountability Grades: Greenwood Leflore gets a C; Carroll rises to a B
dmonroe Tue, 09/17/2024 - 07:09 PM
Public school district accountability grades comparing performance in 2024 with that in 2023 show overall improvement in the Carroll County district, which rose from a C to a B, while Greenwood Leflore’s remained the same with a grade of C. Read more about School Accountability Grades: Greenwood Leflore gets a C; Carroll rises to…See the Story
School Accountability Grades: Greenwood Leflore gets a C; Carroll rises to a B
Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodDistinguished Scout: GHS graduate works hard, becomes Eagle
dmonroe Tue, 09/17/2024 - 07:05 PM
After 12 years of service and dedication, Demetrice Ra’Shad Robinson has earned his wings as the 20th Eagle Scout of St. Francis Troop 4370. Read more about Distinguished Scout: GHS graduate works hard, becomes Eagle Read more about Distinguished Scout: GHS graduate works hard, becomes Eagle175 viewsSee the Story
Distinguished Scout: GHS graduate works hard, becomes Eagle
Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodPowers reelected chairman of hospital board
dmonroe Tue, 09/17/2024 - 07:01 PM
Harris Powers Jr. was reelected as chairman of the Greenwood Leflore Hospital Board with little fanfare Tuesday. Powers, who has served in that position since 2019, was given another three-year term as was Emma Bell as the secretary-treasurer. The vote was 3-0, with Powers, Bell and Hank Hargrove voting for the reappointments.Read more about Powers reelected chairma…See the Story
Powers reelected chairman of hospital board
Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodForums on bond issue, school to resume
dmonroe Mon, 09/16/2024 - 07:07 PM
The Greenwood Leflore Consolidated School Board this week will resume public forums designed to provide information on a proposed countywide high school and an upcoming bond-issue election for financing its construction.Read more about Forums on bond issue, school to resume Read more about Forums on bond issue, school to resume110 viewsSee the Story
Forums on bond issue, school to resume
Greenwood, Mississippi · GreenwoodAnnexation case to be heard in November
dmonroe Mon, 09/16/2024 - 07:06 PM
The debate over annexation in Greenwood will be heard in court in November.Read more about Annexation case to be heard in November Read more about Annexation case to be heard in November118 viewsSee the Story
Annexation case to be heard in November
Greenwood, Mississippi · Greenwood2 shot at club in Carroll County
dmonroe Mon, 09/16/2024 - 07:03 PM
Carroll County authorities are asking the public for help in identifying multiple potential suspects in a Sunday morning nightclub shooting. According to a release from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were dispatched to the T&G Nightclub on Winona Road in North Carrollton around 1:20 a.m. Read more about 2 shot at club in Carroll County Read more about 2 shot…See the Story
