GERARD EDIC | The Greenwood Commonwealth

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Andy Gipson, Mississippi’s commissioner of agriculture and commerce, right, accepts a gift basket Tuesday during the Greenwood-Leflore County Chamber of Commerce’s annual AgFest. Gipson was the keynote speaker. At left is Hank Reichle, the Staplcotn CEO, who introduced him. (By Andy Lo)

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Gipson: We’re working to help farmers not paid by Express Grain
By GERARD EDIC - Staff Writer
Thu,11/18/21-2:00AM , 2630 Reads
Mississippi’s commissioner of agriculture says he and his department are “slugging it out” to ensure farmers who delivered crops to Express Grain Terminals LLC will still be paid despite the company’s bankruptcy.
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Start holiday shopping at open house Thursday
By GERARD EDIC - Staff Writer
Wed,11/17/21-2:00AM , 1225 Reads
Get ready to look for some holiday bargains; the Greenwood-Leflore County Chamber of Commerce’s Holiday Open House will kick off Thursday.
“It’s a great time to start doing your Christmas shopping,” said Beth Stevens, the chamber’s executive director.
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Delta State grad joins paper's staff as reporter
By GERARD EDIC - Staff Writer
Tue,11/16/21-2:00AM , 1161 Reads
The Commonwealth’s newest staff writer is excited to get back into reporting.
Kevin Edwards, 31, started work at the paper Monday. He will cover the Greenwood City Council, public safety and court matters in addition to general assignments.
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Mississippi Valley State University’s four ensemble choirs — the university choir, the men’s Glee Club, the Women’s Chorale and the Valley Singers — will perform a holiday concert, “Sounds of the Season,” beginning at 7 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church in Greenwood. (By Gerard Edic)

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Valley choirs to perform Tuesday
By GERARD EDIC - Staff Writer
Sat,11/13/21-2:00AM , 1166 Reads
Mississippi Valley State University’s four ensemble choirs are tuning up for the holidays with their “Sounds of the Season” concert, which will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church in Greenwood.
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