Rebels earn big win with late comeback over St. Andrews
By STAN CALDWELL – Dispatch Correspondent It’s never over until it’s over, and the Richton Rebels are living proof. Richton was dead in the water, trailing by nine points with under four minutes to play in the game, then summoned up some magic. Sophomore quarterback Dakota Amos threw two touchdown passes to senior Seth Mills…
Read MoreWith county rivalry game in the rearview mirror, what’s next for the Dawgs and Rebels?
By RUSSELL TURNER / Dispatch Editor __________ The Perry Central Bulldogs tore up the field, literally and figuratively, last Friday night as they defeated visiting Richton for Perry County bragging rights in the season opener for both teams. It was an important game for a lot of reasons, but both teams now turn their attention…
Read MoreBucking the Pandemic Blues … Runnelstown family’s efforts paying off as impact of Circle C Arena continues to grow
By ANNETTE HARVISON Dispatch Staff __________ When the pandemic shut down the world, it didn’t just hit retail establishments and churches. The shut down seeped into everything and impacted everyone – including equestrians. For many Perry County residents, horseshows and competition on horseback are not just for fun, they are a way of life. One local…
Read MoreRichton resident’s new venture provides retail market for her work and that of others
By ANNETTE HARVISON Dispatch Staff __________ Lots of area residents are skilled artisans and crafters, making a variety of items from clothing to repurposed furniture and even canned goods and spices. While many of these crafters have used internet markets to sell there wares, many of them still long for the ability to set up a…
Read MoreIndictment issued in 2020 ATV crash that claimed life of Perry County teen
Lucedale man facing manslaughter, aggravated assault and evidence tampering charges By RUSSELL TURNER Dispatch Editor __________ A Greene County Grand Jury has indicted a man believed to be responsible for a 2020 ATV crash that killed two men, including a Runnelstown teenager. Derrick Wayne Chavers, 37, of Lucedale, surrendered to authorities on Monday roughly 18 months…
Read MoreBody found in Leaf River identified
The Perry County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the identity of the body found by a boater in the Leaf River yesterday. Sheriff Mitch Nobles said they are still working to notify all appropriate next of kin and are not prepared to release to the public. The white male’s body was found near the Mahned bridge.…
Read MoreRebels set for first round of 1A baseball playoffs
By STAN CALDWELL Dispatch Contributor __________ The Richton Rebels are looking to summon the echoes of past glory as they prepare for the high school baseball playoffs. The Rebels are headed back to the postseason as the No. 2 seed in Region 8-1A and will open the Class 1A playoffs at home against Bay Springs in…
Read MoreRichton, New Augusta inact new ordinances
From Staff Reports __________ The Town of New Augusta and the Town of Richton have both adopted new ordinances, which will go into effect in about 30 days. The Town of New Augusta’s board voted on a leash law ordinance as well as an open container ordinance. An official at New Augusta’s City Hall said…
Read MoreJackson’s Bulldogs showing grit in rugged 8-3A
Huge game for Dawgs this Thursday a with playoff appearance up for grabs By STAN CALDWELL Dispatch Contributor __________ Ryan Jackson is the son of a coach and a small-town guy with big-time ambitions for his Perry Central Bulldogs baseball team. He may not get to the promised land this year, but Jackson is putting…
Read MoreOFF TO THE RACES… Rebels sweep team championships at regional track and field meet
By RUSSELL TURNER Dispatch Editor __________ Richton High School’s track and field team put on a dominating performance in Hattiesburg last week, claiming the District 8-1A Championship. The Rebels claimed both the boys’ and girls’ titles at the meet, which was held at Hattiesburg High School. RHS outgunned competitors from Resurrection Catholic, Mt. Olive and…
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