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🌱 Meet the 100-year-old still keeping Cedar Grove Baptist’s books balanced

Leakesville, Mississippi Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello again Leakesville! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the 100-year-old still keeping Cedar Grove Baptist’s books balanced

Today's riddle: Why don't eggs tell Jokes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 71.
  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Not done yet: Church treasurer turns 100 years old (thebaptistpaper.org) — A beloved Cedar Grove Baptist Church member in Leakesville just turned 100 and is still faithfully serving as church treasurer after 65 years. Surprised with a special service, plaque, and statewide recognition, Alma Dean Hicks was honored by family, church members, and Mississippi Baptist leaders for her lifelong dedication and precise stewardship. Her story highlights deep roots and enduring commitment in the Leakesville faith community.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Ray-E Foundation hosts 43rd annual Juneteenth Celebration in Hattiesburg (wdam.com)
  • Hattiesburg police make quick arrest in Saturday armed robberies (wdam.com)
  • Trump's support in rural America slips as fuel and food prices climb, poll shows (tucson.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They might crack up... (Thank you Cat R. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Leakesville

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Leakesville

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.