BeSMART: Control Your Diabetes for Youth
The BeSMART: Control Your Juvenile Diabetes program is continuing at the B.B. King Museum from 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the FOURTH TUESDAY of each month (next date – JAN. 28). Come out for vital information, fun and food. Door prizes will be given. For more information please contact Education Coordinator Misty Clark-Johnson at 662-887-9539. This program is sponsored by the B. B. King Museum, Molina Healthcare, and Community Foundation of Northwest MS.
GHS Class of 1975
The Gentry High School Class of 1975 is in the process of planning their 50th Reunion in 2025. Members are invited to attend meetings which are held at 9 a.m. every FIRST SATURDAY (next date: FEB. 1) at Jack’s restaurant in Indianola. In the meantime, they are in need of information on all class members. Please forward any address/contact info for GHS Class of ‘75 class members to: Debra Bailey, 919 Gentry Drive, Indianola, MS 38751.
Canvas & Conversations
The B.B. King Museum and the City of Indianola present Canvas & Conversations, a paint day for senior citizens, every FIRST TUESDAY (next date: FEB. 4) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the museum. Light refreshments will be served.
Live Musicat the Museum
The B.B. King Museum continues its Live Music at the Museum at 7 p.m. on the FIRST THURSDAY of each month (next date: FEB. 6). Admission is free. Call 662-887-9539 or visit bbkingmuseum.org for more info.
Caregivers’ Support Group
A Caregivers’ Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the SECOND MONDAY of each month (next date: FEB. 10) at Indi-anola Community Wellness Center, 408 Moody Avenue, Indianola. For more info please call 662-884-9698.
Annual Tree Giveaway
The Sunflower County Soil & Water Conservation District
will host two tree giveaway days. The first giveaway will be in Ruleville at Lovett’s Auto Parts on THURSDAY, FEB. 13, and the second giveaway will be on FRIDAY, FEB. 14 at the USDA Service Center at 212 N. MLK Jr. Drive in Indianola. There will be hardwoods and some ornamentals available. They will begin at 8 a. m. at each location, so come early – supplies are limited.
BeSMART: Control Your Diabetes for Adults
The BeSMART: Control Your Diabetes program is continuing at the B.B. King Museum from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on the FOURTH THURSDAY of each month (next date – FEB. 23). Lunch will be served. For more information please contact Education Director Misty Clark-Johnson at 662-887-9539. This program is sponsored by the B. B. King Museum, Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi, Mississippi State University Extension Service, and Community Foundation of Northwest MS.
Hough-Dement Animal Shelter Needs Your Help
Indianola’s Hough-Dement Animal Shelter is in immediate need of volunteers and supplies, but most importantly volunteers as there is currently one employee at the shelter. Aside from volunteer personnel, the shelter is always in need of dog food, cat food, bleach, collars, toys, cat litter, treats, small blankets, old linens (especially towels), and rags. To volunteer or donate, call 662-207-4603 or drop supplies off at the shelter at 342 MLK Drive.
VA Medical Foster
Homes – Where Heroes Meet Angels
Are you a veteran who:
• Needs assistance with daily activities?
• Has difficulty caring for yourself?
• Wants to live in a family setting instead of a nursing home?
If so, you may want to consider a VA Medical Foster Home. VA MFHs offer unique partnerships among community caregivers, veterans, and the VA’s home-based primary care team. Veterans living in a VA MFH enjoy the freedom, independence, and privacy of living in a family home. VA MFHs offer: personalized, comfortable rooms; home-cooked, nutritious meals; laundry service; medication management; 24-hour personal care and support; transportation to appointments; and leisure activities. VA Medical Foster Homes – Where Heroes Meet Angels. For more information, please contact Yolanda Davis, LCSW, at 601-882-2707.
