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GPSD continues seeing COVID-19 cases in staff

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On Thu, 09/24/2020 - 02:06 PM

Some members of the Greenville Public School District Board of Trustees found themselves less than at ease after a COVID-19 report presented by Nurse Joyce Little.

County votes to keep MPEEBT as insurance provider

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On Tue, 09/22/2020 - 06:06 PM

The county has opted to remain with its current insurance provider Mississippi Public Entity Employee Benefit Trust (MPEEBT) and part ways with the current reinsurance carrier for its employees per the recommendation of Bill Sing — the county’s insurance administrator.

Washington County given green light for ATV training

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On Tue, 09/22/2020 - 05:59 PM

With so little to do because of the need for social distancing, all-terrain (ATV) vehicle excursions have been one of the “go-to’s” for what should be safe, recreational activities.

The safety aspect, however, is often taken for granted.

MDCC, GHEC offering new physical therapist assistant program

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On Tue, 09/22/2020 - 05:55 PM

New and advantageous opportunities are on the horizon for Mississippi Delta Community College and the Greenville Higher Education Center, particularly the new physical therapist assistant program.

Williams doesn’t let her muscular dystrophy stop her passions in life

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On Fri, 09/18/2020 - 05:28 PM

To the naked eye, it may appear as if there is nothing pretty about having muscular dystrophy — a genetic muscle disease that over time, causes weakness, decreases mobility and inhibits respiratory function.

City opts to not defer tax from employee payrolls

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On Fri, 09/18/2020 - 05:27 PM

In regard to deferring payroll tax obligations in light of the ongoing COVID-19 disaster, the Greenville City Council is collectively opposed.

Down in revenue, airport hopes to see business soar with new projects

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On Fri, 09/18/2020 - 05:25 PM

Greenville’s airport is soaring upward with new projects.

The Greenville City Council approved airport director Sam Washington’s request to fill the vacancy of operation agent at their regular Tuesday meeting.

Washington also updated the council on the progress the Greenville Mid Delta Regional airport has been making recently.

WLSD awarded $500K from COPS to improve school safety

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On Tue, 09/15/2020 - 05:56 PM

The Western Line School District announced last week it was awarded a grant in the amount of $500,000 from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).

GRS offering Girls Who Code program to local middle schoolers

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On Tue, 09/15/2020 - 05:54 PM

Greenville Renaissance Scholars (GRS) is gearing up to provide an educational opportunity local middle school-aged girls can take advantage starting this fall — the Girls Who Code after school program.

Warfield slowly reopens as crews work to fix damaged property

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On Fri, 09/11/2020 - 03:44 PM

By now, many have grown wearisome of the “stay home” directive, but not necessarily of doing their part by preventing the spread of COVID-19.

For those Washington County residents who can relate to the former, Warfield Point Park may be a welcomed sight as it is now allowing campsite, recreational vehicle and boat ramp access.

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