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Chloe Bertrand, Kaka Seal and Bailey Devall were selected to the South State All Tournament Team. PHOTO BY COURTNEY SCHILLING

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Bowling Green Bucs end season with loss; Lady Bucs in state tournament

Thu,02/17/22-6:18PM, 1,803 Reads
The Bowling Green Bucs and Lady Bucs entered postseason play last Tuesday in the South State tournament held at Copiah Academy in Gallman, Mississippi.
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Life's a Garden: Family

By ALLEN MARTINSON ALLEN MARTINSON
Wed,08/09/23-4:48PM, 1,801 Reads 16,597 Statewide
Today I’m sitting in the airport in San Jose, Costa Rica. I’m on my way home after experiencing a mind-blowing trip hosted by an old buddy of mine and his family who is from here. I love to travel to places where I know some people who are local. I see and experience things I would have otherwise never been aware of.
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Washington Parish Schools Close For 3 Days Due to COVID

Tue,01/18/22-3:33PM, 1,800 Reads
Washington Parish Schools will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of this week because of staff shortages. Schools are expected to re-open on Monday, January 24.
While the schools are closed, students will still have virtual classes.
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Franklinton library is organizing a 'Blessing Box'; donations are needed

Thu,03/07/24-2:32PM, 1,800 Reads
The Franklinton Library on Main Street across from the junior high school is now organizing a Blessing Box.
The Blessing Box will contain items that some people might need.
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Chance of Rain: 40%
Max Temp: 93°F
Min Temp: 75°F
Feels Like: 74°F
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Humidity: 94%
Sunrise: 6:02 AM
Sunset: 8:07 PM

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