The YMCA was originally founded in London in 1844 to offer a place for young laborers (men) to substitute bible study and prayer for life on the streets. The concept of the YMCA has grown and changed over time, but the Christian principles of the foundation have remained. It has become a tradition for newly-constructed […]
Indians Come From Behind To Win State Crown In Dramatic Overtime Thriller Van-Far junior Trey Miller scored the first basket of the state championship game against Hayti, muscled up a bucket to tie the game and force overtime and then hit the final shot that captured the MSHSAA Class 2 title for the Indians in […]
One man’s lifelong passion for railroads is benefiting the Louisiana Area Historical Museum. The facility at 304 Georgia Street recently added to its collection a large sign from the former Louisiana railroad depot at the riverfront. It was a gift from Archie Hayden, a 71-year-old retired brakeman and conductor who spent 40 years with the […]
Walter and Marilyn Crow did everything they could for Clarksville United Methodist Church and the community. Now, the congregation is giving something back as part of its Save Our Stained Glass Windows campaign. Proceeds of the fish fry taking place from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 16, will go toward restoring the east windows, […]
“They’re resilient. They won’t quit. We don’t give up.” He added later that he and Assistant Coach Brett Reading had a good feeling after the third quarter despite being outscored by Hayti 12-10 in that frame. He noted that they urged the boys to keep their heads in it. He said the big boards and […]
Click here to read the March 13th, 2018 edition of The People’s Tribune as a PDF.
Annie Wendel, 98, of Silex died Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Silex Community Care Center in Silex surrounded by her family. Funeral services were at 2 p.m., Friday at Bibb-Veach Funeral Home in Silex with the Rev. James Hoffman officiating. Burial was Millcreek Cemetery. Visitation were from 2-8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Annie […]
Gerald “Jerry” Elliott, 63, of Louisiana died Monday, March 5, 2018. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jerry’s life at the Louisiana Elks on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. Cremation rites are under the direction of Collier Funeral Homes, Inc. in Louisiana. Jerry was born Jan. 2, 1955 to Milo and Mary Clavel Elliott at […]
Katherine “Kate” Giltner Cantrell died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018. She was surrounded by family and loving friends during her final days. A memorial service was held at 12 p.m., Saturday at Collier Funeral Home in Louisiana. The Rev. Bill Maupin officiated. Visitation was from 10 a.m., until time of service Saturday at the funeral home. […]
Betty Jean Rutherford, 74, of Louisiana died Thursday, March 8, 2018 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Louisiana. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Scott Lemasters will officiate. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery in Middletown. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday (today) at […]
