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River City Water Rate Hike Could Be Reduced if City Assumes Bond Debt Amid Ongoing Fee Dispute

A position paper submitted this week to a federal judge could provide a potential path for reducing a proposed water rate increase, though it would require the city to assume an additional $40 million in financial obligations.The document was presented to U.S. District Judge... Read More.

Blue River Marching Band at Alabama Central University Wins Prestigious 2026 Sudler Trophy

Tuesday, December 16 by Lauren McKinzie

The renowned Blue River Marching Band at Alabama Central University has been named the 2026 recipient of the distinguished national Sudler Trophy, an honor widely regarded as the “Heisman Trophy of the collegiate band world.”Awarded biennially, the Sudler Trophy recognizes a collegiate marching band... Read More.

Pearl River Valley Tackles Hazardous Tree Removal Post-Drought and Beetle Infestation

Friday, February 28 by Lauren McKinzie

The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District is actively addressing the removal of hazardous dead trees in Rankin and Madison County, focusing its financial resources primarily on tree cutting due to the high costs involved. This situation is a result of the 2023 Mississippi... Read More.