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Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of #Coach #Mayor Dale Berry. In October he told us how he wants to be remembered. #RIH #DaleBerry #Mayor #Coach #Father #Magee #Mississippi #SimpsonCounty
July 29, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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Dale Berry. Who is he? He tells us in his own words.

His connection to #football in #Magee, #Mendenhall, #SimpsonCounty and #Millsaps on the next #CoachsCornerLive! #Mayor #Coach
November 18, 2024 at 2:46 AM
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It was such a blessing this evening to speak to elected & appointed officials, plus friends of the library.
#Libraries, #Librarians, & #LibraryWorkers are vital to a local community. Happy #NationalLibraryWeek #SimpsonCounty #Magee #Mendenhall #Harrisville #Read #Books #Libraries #KatinasKlassroom
April 11, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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We’re kicking off the New Year with the best Simpson County #football players through one coach's lens during his athletic career in #Magee and #Mendenhall.
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Best Simpson County #football players through one coach's lens. @michaeljones74
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January 2, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Simpson County is making strides in safety and economic development with a new FEMA safe room, opioid settlement account, and a $2.4M grant pursuit for industrial improvements!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves budget amendments, grant commitments and project authorizations
At its Jan. 17 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved multiple routine financial actions — including a 13% local match for a $600,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant safe room, establishment of an opioid settlement account, first reading of a budget amendment, and authorization to seek a $2.4M grant for Project Thoroughbred.
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March 12, 2026 at 10:48 PM
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Simpson County is set to break ground on a new combined County Clerk and Property Valuation Administrator building after awarding a $2.64 million contract to Sunbelt Construction!

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Simpson County awards $2.64 million contract for new County Clerk and PVA building
Simpson County Fiscal Court on July 2 unanimously approved a $2.64 million contract with Sunbelt Construction to build a combined County Clerk and Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) office; the court authorized signatures and heard questions from the project architect before voting.
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March 12, 2026 at 10:11 PM
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Simpson County officials are considering a bold $1.1 million plan to transform F-S Fire Rescue into a full-time department, but can they secure the funding needed to protect the community?

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Simpson County officials weigh $1.1 million plan to convert F‑S Fire Rescue to full‑time department
At a joint Oct. 18 meeting in Franklin, F‑S Fire Rescue Chief Leslie Goodrum outlined a proposal to staff a full‑time department (15 firefighters plus chiefs) that officials estimate would require an additional $1.1 million in annual payroll; no vote or funding decision was taken.
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March 12, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court made significant strides in public safety and financial management, approving budget increases and a new cybersecurity agreement that promises a safer future for the community.

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves budget moves, bank transfers and public‑safety contracts
At its April 2 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved a first reading of a budget amendment, numerous line‑item transfers, transfers of multiple certificates of deposit to Franklin Bank & Trust, a $50,000 design contract for a public safe room, and a three‑year $27,000 Cisco Umbrella cybersecurity agreement.
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March 12, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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Simpson County is paving the way for economic growth with new support for a food distribution center and metals operation that could transform local industry!

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Simpson County fiscal court backs Project Wave distribution center and Project Pappy metals operation
Simpson County Fiscal Court on Dec. 2 authorized letters of support to the Kentucky Economic Development Cabinet for Project Wave, a proposed food‑industry distribution center on Steele Road, and Project Pappy, which is pursuing the Fritz Winter facility in Wilkey Industrial Park; the court also approved a road‑use agreement for Steele Road.
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March 12, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Simpson County has just lowered its property tax rate to 9.75 cents per $100, alongside significant budget approvals that could reshape community funding!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court lowers property tax rate, approves budget transfers and key appointments
At its Sept. 2 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court adopted Ordinance No. 220.264 lowering the real and personal property tax rate to 9.75 cents per $100, approved budget transfers including $62,500 for SCBA equipment, authorized a temporary $1,000,000 sheriff revenue bond increase for tax season, and appointed Benjamin Harris to the Industrial Authority Board.
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March 12, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court takes decisive action, approving major road funding and storm damage repairs in their latest meeting!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves road funding, budget transfers and Goodnight House roof repairs
At its April 4 meeting, the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved a KYTC resurfacing agreement for Roark Road, adopted a County Road Aid cooperative agreement totaling $890,288.37, authorized budget transfers and sale of four sheriff’s vehicles, and approved roof repairs to the Goodnight House after March storm damage.
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March 12, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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The Simpson County Fiscal Court has taken significant steps by reshaping district boundaries and lowering speed limits, impacting community safety and representation.

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves reapportionment, speed‑limit reductions and multiple administrative measures
On Aug. 1 the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved second‑reading ordinances that reapportion magistrate districts (moving 144 residents) and lower speed limits on multiple county roads, and it adopted ARPA procurement guidance, a road resurfacing agreement and several personnel and contract actions.
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March 12, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Simpson County's latest fiscal court meeting brought significant changes, including a $100,000 transfer to the Jail Fund and new joint meeting schedules!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves ordinance setting joint meeting dates, transfers vehicles and moves $100,000 to jail fund
At its Sept. 19 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court passed Ordinance No. 120.02 setting joint city/county meeting dates, approved an amended surplus equipment list and multiple interdepartmental vehicle transfers, and authorized a $100,000 cash transfer from the General Fund to the Jail Fund. The court also approved routine bills and the August financial statement subject to audit.
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March 12, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court just took significant steps towards enhancing public safety and community health with new firefighter hires and critical funding initiatives!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves routine business, hires and funding transfers
The Fiscal Court on Aug. 15 unanimously approved minutes and routine business including hiring three temporary firefighters, reappointing two industrial authority members, a $32,510 transfer to the jail fund and payment of multi-page bills and claims; the court also authorized a no-cost disaster-assessment contract and a $1,000 BRADD opioid-abatement summit sponsorship.
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March 12, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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Simpson County is taking action to draft its own Planning & Zoning ordinance as tensions rise with the City of Franklin over a potential separation from their joint agreement.

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Simpson County moves to draft its own Planning & Zoning ordinance after Franklin advances separation
Simpson County Fiscal Court voted July 1 to authorize the county attorney to draft a standalone Planning & Zoning ordinance after the City of Franklin moved toward separating from the joint interlocal agreement; one magistrate dissented on the motion.
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March 12, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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Simpson County officials are frustrated as a $3 million radio communications system remains largely inactive two years after purchase, raising concerns over delays and warranty issues.

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Simpson County officials press vendors over delayed $3 million radio system and warranty timing
County leaders pressed Motorola and partners on Nov. 19 over delays to a $3 million radio communications system and asked whether vendor warranties can be extended to cover the period until radios are fully placed on the statewide system.
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March 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court just took a significant step by approving a pivotal industrial rezoning and budget amendment, paving the way for future development!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves first reading of industrial rezoning, adopts budget amendment and OKs drainage funding
At its Sept. 3 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved first reading of a rezoning to Heavy Industrial for 10.393 acres along Witt and Cal Harris roads, adopted a $271,257.60 budget amendment, authorized $80,000 in KYTC 80/20 drainage funding and approved personnel and procurement steps.
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March 12, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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Simpson County just approved a major $22 million industrial project that promises to boost local development and create jobs!

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Simpson County approves inducement resolution to support AA-KY LLC project and potential $22 million industrial bonds
Following an executive session, the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved an inducement resolution encouraging AA-KY LLC to proceed with an industrial building and authorizing steps toward issuing industrial building revenue bonds estimated at $22 million and related agreements.
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March 12, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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Simpson County is gearing up for a major recovery after the recent windstorm, with plans for a 300-person SAFE room and FEMA assistance on the horizon!

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Simpson County seeks FEMA aid after windstorm; officials outline safe-room, radio upgrades and debris plan
Emergency Management Director Robert Palmer said Simpson County likely qualifies for FEMA assistance after the March 3 windstorm and outlined plans for a 300-person SAFE room, a radio tower and system upgrades, and a manned debris disposal site opening March 11 on Kenneth Utley Drive.
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March 12, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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Simpson County is set to welcome a massive $260 million Trader Joe’s distribution center, promising exciting developments in the community!

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Simpson County officials announce $260 million Trader Joe’s distribution center project
County Judge Executive Mason Bames told the fiscal court that a $260 million Trader Joe’s distribution center project is planned for Simpson County; he also announced a ribbon-cutting for a local company and urged review of a proposed cybersecurity policy needed to retain county cyber insurance.
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March 12, 2026 at 9:43 AM
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Simpson County just approved an $18.94 million budget that includes significant raises for jail employees and key financial amendments—find out how these decisions will impact the community!

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Simpson County adopts $18.94 million FY22-23 budget, sets jail pay and part-time rate
Simpson County Fiscal Court approved the FY22-23 budget of $18,940,660, set maximum jail salaries with a 7% raise for certain positions and capped part‑time jail pay at $15 per hour; the court also approved a FY21-22 amendment and several budget transfers.
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March 12, 2026 at 9:25 AM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court has officially greenlit the 2026 budgets for key departments, setting the stage for impactful changes and salary enhancements!

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves 2026 budgets, salary maxima and multiple budget transfers
Simpson County Fiscal Court on Jan. 6 approved the County Clerk and Sheriff 2026 budgets and deputy salary maximums, passed intra-fund budget transfers, and approved bills and claims, including several large disbursements for payroll and contracted services.
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March 12, 2026 at 8:49 AM
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Simpson County Fiscal Court has taken a bold step by adopting emergency zoning regulations and creating a Planning & Zoning Commission, but not without controversy and public debate.

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Simpson County Fiscal Court adopts zoning code, creates Planning & Zoning board in emergency votes
Simpson County Fiscal Court voted along a 3–2 split to adopt zoning regulations, establish a county Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments, and appoint members; the moves followed an emergency declaration and drew public comment and at least two dissenting magistrates.
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March 12, 2026 at 8:47 AM
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‘Wonderful people’: Community mourns Simpson County couple killed in standoff
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‘Wonderful people’: Community mourns Simpson County couple killed in standoff
The Simpson County community is mourning the loss of Billy and Carol Blair, who were killed during a standoff that ended with the arrest of 17-year-old Cordarius Hobbs. #crime #mississippi #simpsoncounty #simpsoncountyms #wjtv...
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June 5, 2026 at 12:22 AM