Special to Wesson News   Wesson Alderman-at-Large Stanley Martin represented SuperSounds DJ/Karaoke and Super Shots Photo Boot among some 20 businesses and organizations in remote radio interviews before the annual Christmas parade that spotlighted the variety of products and services available in Wesson. Wesson businesses and organization were spotlighted throughout the area in a special radio promotion last month.   A remote from downtown Wesson before the annual Christmas

With more extreme cold and winter weather possible in the days to come, it’s important to check the safety of your heating equipment. Most importantly, remember to keep clothes, drapes, and anything else combustible at least 3 feet away from all heating equipment, especially space heaters. The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) Fire Services Division and State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) recommend the following heating fire safety tips. Never use space heaters while you

Special to Wesson News Building on its ongoing commitment to simplifying care, Walmart continues its 2026 health momentum with The Wellness Event — a free, nationwide health and wellness experience taking place Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Walmart stores across the country. Designed to help customers feel informed, supported and energized, the event brings together Walmart’s pharmacy, vision and wellness teams for essential health screenings, guidance an

by Jack Criss Jack Criss No, this column is not a sales pitch. And a disclaimer: since 1992, I have made the vast majority of my living selling print advertising. But, is print advertising still relevant? In this razzle dazzle day and age of "targeted marketing" through social media, AI and countless digital and cable offerings that promise immediate results and statistics, why would a business or individual still spend money on an old-fashioned print ad? Yes, print advertisi

By Charlie Rook Photo Credit: The Copiah Monitor The Wesson Attendance Center improved to a 6-10 record after claiming a 5 point home win against Enterprise high school. The team has now won 4 out of their last 5, after starting on a 6 game losing streak.  The team continues to improve offensively, scoring over 50 points in every victory this season, a threshold they only hit twice in all of their losses this season. The teams were expecting a close one in a Conference battle

Special to Wesson News Wesson Friends of the Library (FOL) will begin developing a plan of action for its 2026 programs, but already the thinking has begun.   For National Library Week, which will be celebrated April 19-25, the American Library Association, has already identified the theme as “Find Your Joy” towards encouraging exploration of personal interests at libraries.  The week also encompasses Right to Read Day and National Library Workers Day as part of the celebrati

Special to Wesson News Copiah Nutrition, a popular local spot known for its nutritious teas and meal replacement shakes, now offers a free weekly Bible study open to the community. Every Tuesday at 11 a.m., anyone can join for biblical study, community and fellowship, with complimentary coffee provided. The business remains open for customers interested in their delicious, healthy drinks, but the Bible study provides a great chance for connection and reflection. Volunteers li

By Bob Arnold   Nekitha Jackson, a longtime local cottage baker, just opened a permanent retail location to cook and sell her cakes, cookies and other treats in downtown Wesson. If there was ever a bakery in Wesson, it was so long ago that locals can’t remember it. Destiny Delights, which Jackson calls her business, has moved into the new 6,700 square foot mini shopping and office complex that Salmon Point Development has built on the southwest corner of Church Street and Hig

By Bob Arnold   Angela Hester When locals visit Town Hall, they often bump into City Clerk Angela Hester embarking on another trip or returning from one.   Hester, who joined Wesson government in 2017 as Court Clerk and Deputy City Clerk and took over as City Clerk not long afterwards, didn’t know at the time that she was signing up for all the meetings and associated travel that are part of the job.  No one told her to buy a set of durable luggage, but packing and unpacking

Copiah-Lincoln Community College has officially begun renovations on Josie G. Ellis Hall, marking a major investment in campus housing and the overall student experience. The approximately $6 million project will provide a complete overhaul of Ellis Hall, located behind the Ewing Administration Building, adding space for 64 students to Co-Lin's campus housing options. The project is designed to modernize the 10,000-square-foot, two-story building constructed in 1939 while exp

The Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration (NLCC) will return February 26–28, 2026, bringing three days of events, speakers, performances, exhibits, and conversations centered around this year's theme, "Stories of American Freedom." The 2026 celebration brings together nationally recognized authors, historians, scholars, artists, and performers to explore the diverse narratives that have shaped the American experience. The majority of the NLCC is hosted at the Natchez Conve

By Guest Columnist Charles Ray Fortson, Jr. Pizza lovers are flavor lovers.  Cheeses.  Meats.  Vegetable.  Spices.  At Uncle Ray’s, we think we’ve found a way to bring that kind of flavor to the breakfast table without resorting to the leftover pizza from last night.  We call it an “Egg Pizza.”  It’s rich, robust breakfast that will impress the people for whom your cook and you will enjoy as well.  An innovative variation of pizza and a new twist for breakfasts.   Ingredients

Copiah-Lincoln Community College has announced the appointment of Tuwanna Williams as the college's new Executive Director of Workforce Education effective January 5, 2026. Williams brings more than 20 years of experience in workforce development, economic advancement, and community engagement to the role. She most recently served as Director of Workforce Development for the City of Natchez, where she established and led the city's first Workforce Development Department and s

Special to Wesson News   The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) led the celebration last month of the vital contributions of healthcare providers, professionals and community workers on National Rural Health Day (NRHD).   National Rural Health Day is recognized on the third Thursday of November each year to honor the selfless, community-minded, and determined individuals and organizations that serve the health needs of the nearly 61 million people living in rural A

By Susan Collins-Smith, Mississippi State University Extension Service Current and prospective commercial vegetable growers can learn about specialized production methods during Mississippi State University’s 2026 Vegetable Short Course February 24 and 25.     The course will be held at the North Mississippi Research and Extension Center (NMREC) in Verona from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first day and until noon the second day. It is open to greenhouse, high-tunnel and field vegetab

Special to Wesson News The Dr. William R. and Camille B. Smith STEM Scholarship was recently established with the Co-Lin College Foundation. On hand for the presentation were (from left) Camille Smith, Dr. William Smith, and Co-Lin Foundation Executive Director Angela Furr. Dr. William R. and Camille B. Smith have endowed a STEM Scholarship in their with the Co-Lin College Foundation to benefit a student who is majoring in pre-med or a science, technology, engineering or math

Special to Wesson News   Through the end of December, the Copiah County Medical Center (CCMC) Cares Foundation is raising funds for its Copiah County Endowment towards creating lasting change in the community.   CCMC Cares Foundation is seeking funds to make three impacts by providing:   Medication expenses for people who can’t afford them. Food for families facing food insecurity. Assistance to families who have experienced devasting events, such as a house fire.   The goal

By Guest Columnist Dr. Stephanie Duguid   The holiday season brings excitement, traditions, and moments of joy, but it can also bring stress, busy schedules, financial pressure, and expectations that feel overwhelming.  During December, many families in Wesson are balancing celebrations with concerns about health, wellness and emotional well-being.   The good news is that with intention and simple habits, you can enjoy the holidays in a safe, healthy and meaningful way. Here

Dr. James Watson, State Veterinarian, issues a certificate of veterinary inspection to Santa Claus, permitting his reindeer to enter and exit the state of Mississippi on Christmas Eve, December 24. The Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) has approved a certificate of veterinary inspection for Santa Claus of the North Pole, authorizing his famous reindeer to enter Mississippi on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, for a holiday delivery run. "I am happy to announce that Sa

By: Kelley Williams, Chair Bigger Pie Forum Cliff Notes began as short plot summaries of classic novels and stories. Now they are cribs about complex topics and spin. Corps Speak is the US Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) clever spin that evades responsibility for higher and longer Mississippi River floods (a complex topic). This story began when Congress put the Corps in charge of flood control (1928 Flood Control Act) to prevent another 1927 flood disaster. The Corps develop