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Obituary: Eddie “Dale” Mullins

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Thu,01/29/26-10:00AM, 1,035 Reads
Eddie “Dale” Mullins
65, Columbia
A memorial service will be held at a later date for Eddie “Dale” Mullins, 65, of Columbia, who passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
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James Stampley hustles down the court, preparing for West Marion’s next play.

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Late rally lifts Trojans before home loss

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Thu,01/29/26-11:00AM, 974 Reads
A clutch overtime surge powered West Marion to a rivalry road win at Tylertown, but the Trojans couldn’t replicate the late-game magic at home, falling to Presbyterian Christian the following night.
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Columbia's Tra Lewis inks a scholarship with Northwest Mississippi Community College on National Signing Day Wednesday while surrounded by friends and family.

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Two-time MVP signs with Northwest

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Fri,02/06/26-12:00PM, 956 Reads
Columbia star Tra Lewis, the two-time defending Marion County Most Valuable Player, signed with Northwest Mississippi Community College on National Signing Day Wednesday, joining one of the state’s most prestigious
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Anderson wins West Marion Primary Spelling Bee

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Thu,02/05/26-5:00PM, 948 Reads
On Nov. 12, 2025, West Marion Primary held its annual School Spelling Bee with Mary Elliott Anderson taking the top prize.
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