On Saturday, February 11, the Florence High School Medical Science Academy (FHS MSA) hosted thirty-five schools, forty-five advisors and nearly 600 students for the Mississippi Central District HOSA Conference and Competition. Future Healthcare Professionals (HOSA) is an international caree…
Brelyn Muse, a current Junior at Florence High School, was chosen as the Distinguished Young Woman for Rankin County on March 25th. Scholarship Winners are selected based on academic achievement, leadership, talent, and community involvement. Brelyn is a member of the Florence High School M…
This spring, Florence youth have the opportunity to participate in a progressive tennis program, with the “That’s My Game: Ready to Rally” beginner tennis program being offered through United States Tennis Association (USTA) Mississippi.
The Florence High School Medical Science Academy (FHS MSA) was recently honored at the 21st Annual Governor’s Awards celebration as one of the top school and community partnerships in the state.
Harmony Billiot, a student from Florence High School in the Rankin County School District (RCSD) Aspire Program, was recently awarded The Spot Downtown’s Employee of the Month for December 2022 and received an official certificate, as well as money from the tip jar. Pictured (l to r) are Pro…
Representative Tom Weathersby (R – Florence) got quite the surprise on the floor of the Mississippi House of Representatives recently. While discussing House Bill 266, an amendment was introduced naming the Mississippi Forensics Laboratory after Weathersby. The Rankin County Representative p…
Florence High School (FHS) celebrated its first annual Winter Homecoming on Friday, January 20, as the Florence Eagle Basketball Teams took on the Brookhaven Panthers. The Eagles began Homecoming Week with Spirit Dress Up days. Pep rallies were held at Steen's Creek, Florence Elementary and …
The third annual Side-by-Side ATV toy drive was another great success, due in part to the efforts and contributions of Florence High School. During the 2022 holiday season, Mud Mafia, a Florence-based four-wheeler/side-by-side group, and their troop of ATV vehicles, bikes, and trucks made th…
The Mississippi Arts Commission has awarded a total of $1.65 million in funding to artists and art programs across the state for Fiscal Year 2023, which runs from July 2022 to June 30, 2023. Among this year’s winners were Florence natives Jason and Amanda Ray, a fine art photography duo know…
Looking for another way to celebrate those you love during the month of February? Come join the members of the Metro Chamber Orchestra as they present “Music and Romance”, St. Andrews Episcopal Cathedral, downtown Jackson, February 19, 2023, 3 p.m. In the spotlight will be violin soloist Vin…
On January 20, the Florence Eagles celebrated their first Winter Homecoming. The Eagles participated in a week of Spirit Dress up days, pep rallies, and a presentation of the first Winter Homecoming Court. The court was presented pre-game before the district basketball games vs Brookehaven. …
Florence native Ben Duncan, a graduate of Florence High School (FHS), previously known for his stellar academic and athletic record as a junior and senior kicker with FHS, continues his narrative of excellence.
Florence residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for the Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society’s (MGMS’s) 2023 Show, which is returning to the TradeMart on the State Fairgrounds in Jackson. Running from February 25 through February 26, dealers from across the country will converge in …
Ben Duncan, a graduate of Florence High School (FHS) and former kicker on the varsity football team, is currently in his sophomore year at Hind Community College (Hinds CC) as a placekicker.
Congratulations to Florence Middle School students Zoey Perez and Madilyn Ellis for winning their categories in the RCSD Bullying Awareness Contest.
Florence High School will celebrate its first annual Winter Homecoming on January 20th as the Florence Eagle Basketball Teams take on the Brookhaven Panthers. The Eagles will begin the Homecoming Week with Spirit Dress up days. Pep Rallies will be held at Steen's Creek, Florence Elementary, …
Hannah Adcock Wallace, of Florence, was recently awarded a Kids’ Chance of Mississippi scholarship to further her education at the University of Southern Mississippi. Wallace currently works at Rouse Elementary while attending college remotely.
On November 3, Principal Amanda Clark, accompanied by RCSD Superintendent of Education Dr. Scott Rimes, and Assistant Superintendent Karen Schmidt, travelled to Washington D.C. to attend a ceremony hosted by the U.S. Department of Education, where all Blue Ribbon winners were officially reco…
With only six days left before Christmas, The Salvation Army in Jackson is falling behind the red kettle goal for 2022. The annual Red Kettle Campaign is The Salvation Army’s largest fundraiser that finances the many services and programs offered to individuals and families in need throughou…
The Florence Eagles won the 7/8 year old Rankin County Football League Championship on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Pictured are (L-r): Front row - Brees Thomas, Mason Pollock, Benson Quick, Kolt Ashley, Kashton Clark, Nathan Luckey, Maddox Spencer, Hunter Dunlap, Brantley Cockrell. Second R…
Hannah Adcock Wallace, of Florence, was recently awarded a Kids’ Chance of Mississippi scholarship to further her education at the University of Southern Mississippi. Ms. Wallace currently works at Rouse Elementary while attending college remotely.
August teachers of the month. These teachers are chosen by our admin team for their skill, professionalism, love for their students, and for how well they embody the mission of our school! The winners for the month of August are, Diana Buchanan (High School Math) and Randi Stamps (K4).
Today, four schools in Mississippi were among the 297 schools across the nation named as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022 by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among stud…
Florence native Jessica Mitchell was recently selected to serve as Florence Middle School’s (FMS’s) newest counselor. Mitchell says, “Last year I was able to teach math at FMS, and this year I am so excited to be a counselor at such an amazing school. I graduated from Mississippi State in un…
Florence High School (FHS) recently congratulated Maelee Starbuck and Hannah Grace Reed for being selected to represent FHS at American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls State. Female high school students who have completed their junior year are competitively selected and sponsored by ALA units f…
Discovery Christian School (DCS), located in Florence, opened its doors in 2011. Co-founders Wendi Teten and Michele Thames, Florence public school teachers at that time, realized they wanted to offer a different educational experience…centered around Christ. Currently DCS is self-described …
Many will already recognize “lagniappe” as a commonly used word; for me, the word has a whole new meaning since Hudson was born. Lagniappe (lan-yap): “Something given as a bonus or EXTRA gift” and the cajun meaning is “a little EXTRA”.
A project to document and celebrate the heroisms of everyday life in South Mississippi culminated this academic year with four University of Southern Mississippi (USM) students earning awards for their essays on the subject. Top award winners were celebrated during a special ceremony, held M…
Five members of the Richland-Florence Garden Club (R-FGC), as well as one guest, attended the Natchez Trace District Spring Workshop hosted by the McComb Garden Club.
Gracie Walker was recently selected to represent Florence High School at Mississippi Governor's School (MGS). MGS is a residential honors program that offers unique creative and academic experiences to students with exceptional abilities and achievements. For two weeks each June, MGS invites…
A two-day event known as the 6th Annual Yazoo Elites Memorial Day Tournament, which culminated in a championship game in Yazoo City, attracted thirty teams from different places, including Yazoo City, Madison, Jackson, Vicksburg and Louisiana. They were competing to win, to be declared champ…
Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual Get Fit Florence 5K and Fun Run hosted by Performance Therapy Florence (PTF). All age ranges and all fitness levels are encouraged to participate. This year, all proceeds go to Florence High School’s Medical Science Program, McLaurin’s Health Scien…
McLaurin High School’s Paisley Tew, Valerie Rodgers, Katie Culpepper, Marion Harvey, Chelsie Holifield, Chloe Morris, Trevor Mayberry and Addison Holifield were recently honored at the Rankin County School District Future Farmers of America Banquet.
The Florence High School JROTC Drill Team recently competed in the RCSD Spring Drill Meet. The seniors, competing in their last competition, helped ensure a first-place overall finish. The cadets are now preparing for next year's season.
Recently, Florence Middle School’s (FMS) Big Red Band presented the Big Red Brass and the Percussion Ensemble.
McLaurin High School (MHS) recently welcomed Will Hedgepeth as their new coach. Hedgepeth is a graduate of Madison Ridgeland Academy, where he played football, basketball and baseball. He graduated with a B.S. in kinesiology sports management and has a Masters of Education in teaching arts f…
Florence Middle School (FMS) recently congratulated Grayson Trammell and Tak Toyota for participating in the High School State Championship Tournament (HSSCT) in the boys doubles draw, noting that not many middle schoolers qualify for the state tournaments.
The sixth-grade Student of the Month was Kenzie Greer. Pictured (l to r) are FMS Head Principal Keith Reed, Greer, FMS Assistant Principal Kelsey Williams and FMS Assistant Principal Brock Sistrunk.
The journey that I am on is filled with so much love, laughter and smiles that can fill you up to the brim, but not everything on this journey is easy or beautiful. Hudson is always wonderful, but the world can be ugly and hurtful. Some things bring sadness and make you feel broken. Sometime…
Two Florence residents were recently granted scholarships from Mississippi Professional Educators (MPE), the State's largest organization for professional educators.
Rotary Club of South Rankin County recently presented Landon Cresap of Florence High School the Star Interact Club Student Award at their Senior Awards night.
MS’s sixth-grade March 2022 Student of the Month is Kayden Beard. He is pictured with FMS Head Principal Keith Reed.
