Copiah County Industrial Park: 133,000 sf inside, 20.5 acres, 15 acres of land beside it, office space, access to rail behind! Copiah County leaders are continuing to market available land and industrial property as they work to bring new jobs, new investment and long-term growth to the area. Through the Copiah County Economic Development District, several sites are being promoted to companies and developers looking for a place to locate or expand. The available properties in

Wesson Attendance Center recently recognized its girls volleyball and basketball student-athletes during its annual athletic awards program, celebrating accomplishments from the 2025-26 school year. Awards were presented to the players in a variety of categories, recognizing both individual performances and contributions to their teams. The award winners were recognized before family members, teammates and friends as the school concluded another successful year of Cobra athle

Wesson Attendance Center recently recognized its football and basketball student-athletes during its annual athletic awards program, celebrating accomplishments from the 2025-26 school year. Awards were presented to football and basketball players in a variety of categories, recognizing both individual performances and contributions to their teams. The football and basketball award winners were recognized before family members, teammates and friends as the school concluded an

Most of the state is expected to see a heat index in the triple-digits this weekend. As we welcome July and all its sunny possibilities, we must prepare for the potential dangers that come with the hottest month of the year (a distinction it shares with August). The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is cautioning you to not only protect yourself from long days of scorching heat but to also take precautions to ensure your most vulnerable loved ones – who cannot alw

Special to Wesson News The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) and Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) encourages fireworks safety this Independence Day. “I expect that this year, as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, fireworks use will be at an all-time high. It’s up to you to implement safety standards when shooting fireworks at home. That means using common sense, never pointing fireworks at another person, and disposing of fireworks in water to prevent fire,” sa

By Jessica Breazeale Swim instructor Mara Norwood and Elijah Lofton (age 2), son of Trent and Sarah Lofton of Wesson, are pictured in a recent, local swim lesson. As summer temperatures rise and families spend more time at pools, lakes and beaches, water safety instructors are reminding parents that close supervision is one of the most important ways to protect young children around water. Drowning can happen in seconds and is often silent, making distractions such as cell

WAC Class of 2026 Wesson Class of 2026 Valedictorian Brendon Duguid Wesson Class of 2026 Salutatorian Noah Howell Wesson Class of 2026 Hall of Fame inductees Ty Turner, Mary Margaret Woods, Macy Loy, and Tate Brister : Wesson Class of 2026 STAR Student Brendon Duguid and his STAR teacher, Heather McKenzie WESSON ATTENDANCE CENTER CLASS OF 2026 Brayden David Allen Wallace Douglas Dunn IV Katherine Rae Norwood Jackson Stephen Barlow Jer'Keivsha Lasha Edwards Rylan Kesley Oswalt

THE UNITES STATES – DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE: Rob Buchert: Dunlap Broadside Reproduction, 2026 By Rob Buchert The Document On the night of July 4, 1776, Philadelphia printer John Dunlap set the Declaration of Independence in type and printed an estimated 200 copies. These broadsides, large single-page printed sheets, were the document that spread the news of independence across the colonies. Twenty-six copies are known to survive. The auction record was set in 2000 at Soth

Spotted doing good, hosting a community clean up day for Keep Copiah County Beautiful. Volunteers (l to r) are Isaac Heggins (age 15); Cathy Stroud, director of Keep Copiah Beautiful; and Sharon Langley. (Photo credit: Jessica Breazeale) Kinsley’s Dazzle Co. is all set up at C&L Treasures in Wesson, and she is so excited to her very own business and sell some glitter! She makes her products herself and comes up with color combos she thinks buyers will love. (Photo credit: Je

. Wesson Attendance Center recently recognized its outstanding student-athletes during the school's 2025-26 Athletic Awards Program. Among those honored were members of the boys and girls soccer teams, who were recognized for their achievements, leadership, dedication and contributions throughout the season. Girls Soccer Awards Pictured (l to r) are, front row: Emory Britt, All-Region; Maria Hall, All-Region and Senior Award; Macy Loy, Senior Award, All-Region, and Most Valua

By Jessica Breazeale Downtown Wesson will come alive Saturday, July 4, as the community is invited to gather for a night of fun for the whole family at Wesson Park from 5 to 10 p.m. The evening promises something for everyone, with a watermelon seed spitting contest, hot dog eating contest, and a dunking booth featuring local officials. “Our goal for this event is to not only celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, but to also celebrate what helped build this co

Ethan Coleman Students from Copiah-Lincoln Community College's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter earned national recognition at the FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference held recently in Las Vegas, Nevada, with six of the college's ten competitors placing among the top ten in the nation in their respective events. Several Co-Lin students finished as the highest-ranked community college competitors in the country, competing against students from colleg

By Jessica Breazeale Yemy Wolfe during one of her regular runs around Wesson. Tell us about yourself — where are you from originally? I was born in Colombia, South America. I was adopted at the age of five and moved to Alabama in 1999. It was quite a journey — a new country, a new language, a new life — but it shaped everything about who I am today. I attended the Alabama School for the Deaf in Talladega, Alabama, for both middle school and high school, graduating in 2010.

Special to Wesson News On stage at Carnegie Hall For many of them, it started with doubt. A twenty-year-old from Brookhaven who thought the invitation had to be a joke. A shy teenager who had only ever sung alone. A young woman who joined the choir simply because a persistent friend wouldn’t take no for an answer. But on Memorial Day weekend, twenty-four from Copiah-Lincoln Community College (Co-Lin) stood on one of the most storied stages in the world — Carnegie Hall — and

By Jessica Breazeale The Wesson Public Library and Wesson Friends of the Library say they are excited to present their Summer Reading 2026 program, themed “Unearth A Story.” Registration opens June 10. The program kicks off on June 10 with a visit from a Hattiesburg Zoo representative who will introduce participants to reptiles. On July 9, Sabrina Cummings from the Mississippi Natural Science Museum will present on paleontology. July 16 brings a special appearance from the MH

Mississippi has the highest death rate in the nation for Alzheimer's, a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills, according to the Alzheimer's Association. An estimated 7.4 million Americans over age 65 are currently living with the condition, a number expected to nearly double by 2050. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) wants you to know that despite the data, you may be able to stave off the disease by making intention

Special to Wesson News Wesson’s Boys State delegates included (l to r, back): Gavin Upton, Layton Cloy, Bryant Parker “BP” Robbins, Layton Earls and Braylen Brown. Prior to their departure, the young men were recognized at a ceremony held at Post 79 in Wesson, where they were congratulated by Post Commander Bobby C. Thornton (front). Five students from Wesson Attendance Center Participated in the 2026 Mississippi American Legion Boys State program, representing American Leg

Photo courtesy MDHS Facebook The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces a new mobile app and enhanced security features for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) launching June 11, 2026. The ConnectEBT app introduces a card lock feature designed to help protect benefits from theft and unauthorized use. As part of the update, all Mississippi EBT cards will automatically be set to block online and out-of-state SNAP transactions be

Special to Wesson News Wesson Attendance Center is gearing up for the upcoming school year with registration opportunities for both new and returning students. New students must register in person on July 17, by appointment only. Parents and guardians should contact Mrs. McCormick at 601-643-2221 between June 1–12 to schedule an appointment. Documents required for registration include a birth certificate, original State Immunization Form 121, and three proofs of residency.

Furr gave each visitor a Co-Lin t-shirt. Pictured L to R: Angela Furr of New Hebron, Executive Director of Co-Lin Foundation/Alumni Relations; Jordyn Buckley, Keylon Barnes, Brandon Maye, Bryson McDuffey, Carmen Henderson, Railyn McDuffey A group of students from New Hebron Attendance Center recently visited Copiah-Lincoln Community College's Wesson Campus to sharpen their presentation skills ahead of the HOSA International Leadership Conference later this month. The students