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Sideline Commander

Former Grenada High School football coach Michael Fair gives the Chargers' offense instruction from the sideline during a home game last season.

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Michael Fair steps down as GHS head football coach; takes South Panola job

By CHUCK HATHCOCK CHUCK HATHCOCK - Sports Editor
Thu,01/15/26-4:33PM, 5,835 Reads
In three years, Michael Fair compiled a 32-9 record as head football coach at Grenada High School. Thursday, the veteran coach made it official that he is taking over at perennial power South Panola.
Fair replaces Brooks Oakley, who resigned in November 2025, following the Tigers’ 28-27 playoff loss to Neshoba Central.
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Investigators and deputies with the Grenada County Sheriff’s Office made three large drug busts on July 3 including this one at 7922 Hwy. 7 S. in Holcomb where a variety of drugs, guns, paraphernalia and cash were seized. | Photo Courtesy of GCSO

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Dealers dealt blow: Three jailed in county drug probe led by Grenada County Sheriff's Office

By ADAM PRESTRIDGE ADAM PRESTRIDGE - Publisher
Wed,07/09/25-8:49AM, 5,758 Reads
Three Grenada County residents lost their independence on the eve of Fourth of July following two extensive drug busts that landed them behind bars on a variety of charges.
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The old Grant's Store building in Elliott was destroyed by Saturday's early morning tornado in the Elliott Community of Grenada County. | Photo by Adam Prestridge © 2025 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.

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Gov. Reeves declares State of Emergency for Grenada County, 20 others after weekend tornadoes

By ADAM PRESTRIDGE ADAM PRESTRIDGE - Publisher
Sun,03/16/25-2:05PM, 5,733 Reads
Cleanup efforts in the Elliott Community started late Saturday afternoon after the final round of severe thunderstorms passed through the area.
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Lighting Up For Christmas

Workers with Entergy Mississippi recently assisted officials with the Greater Grenada Partnership set up the Grenada Area Chamber of Commerce's Christmas light display in front of the GGP's new home located at 2000 Gateway St.

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Grenada Community Lighting Display Relocates to 2000 Gateway, Opens Door For New Christmas Village Experience

By FOR THE STAR FOR THE STAR
Tue,12/02/25-6:20PM, 5,474 Reads
The Grenada Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the relocation of the Grenada Community Lighting Display to 2000 Gateway St., officially opening for the community to enjoy throughout the 2025 Christmas season.
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Michael Fair steps down as GHS head football coach; takes South Panola job

Dealers dealt blow: Three jailed in county drug probe led by Grenada County Sheriff's Office

Gov. Reeves declares State of Emergency for Grenada County, 20 others after weekend tornadoes

Grenada Community Lighting Display Relocates to 2000 Gateway, Opens Door For New Christmas Village Experience

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