What's Up in Woodville: October 11-17
Upcoming Event Spotlight - Flea Market on the Square
Stay tuned for more information to come on Woodville’s first Flea Market on the Square, Saturday, November 2 from 10 am to 4 pm. This is a community event, and booth space is available for those who would like to participate in the sale. Proceeds from the booth fees will benefit the Woodville Arts Park. Contact Lashauna Whiting at 769-247-3017 for more information or to reserve your booth!
School Events
Wilkinson County Christian Academy (WCCA) Rams take on the Rebul Academy Raiders on Friday, October 18 at 7 pm. This game will be Senior Night for WCCA.
WCCA now has Flag Football teams playing most Tuesday and Thursday nights at 6 & 7 pm. Admission is $3 at the gate, and concessions are available.
The Wilkinson County High School (WCHS) National Beta Club Induction Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, October 15 at 5 pm in the WCHS gymnasium. A reception will follow.
Community Events
Make plans to attend the Wilkinson County Youth Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, October 12 at Wilkinson County Park on Highway 61 one mile north of Woodville. Registration begins at 8:30 am, and special guest Terry Vandeventer will have a Reptile Show at 11:30. Bring your fishing gear and come out for some fun!
October 12 - The Fishing for TEN: Cancer Benefit will be held on New Roads. No, that’s not in Woodville, but the event benefits Woodville’s own Wayne Covey. Show your support by buying a jambalaya dinner ($5) or a raffle ticket. Or GO BIG by registering your boat and fishing for that $1,000 grand prize. The event begins at daylight at the False River Pavillion - 210 Morrison Parkway.
Don’t miss the annual Wilkinson County Homemaker Volunteers Bazaar & Quilt Show at Wilkinson County Park on Thursday, October 17 from 10 am - 2 pm. There will be handcrafted gifts, jams & jellies, sweets, and a quilt raffle (tickets are $1). Lunch will be served from 11 am - 1 pm.
The Minister, Vestry, and Parishioners of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church invite you to join them for Homecoming on Sunday, October 13 at 10:30 am. Lunch will be served in the Parish Hall after the service.
Dining
Whitetails now has gumbo and boiled peanuts every Friday, and Friday’s forecast looks perfect for both!
The Orchard Cafe will be open Friday night until 7 pm and Saturday 11 am - 2 pm.
Go show some love to M&M Hot Tamales this weekend. Such a quick delicious dinner at an affordable price!
Recreation
If you’re looking for something to do in one of our neighboring communities, Natchez Downtown Merchants will host a Pop Up Art Market with projects, arts, & crafts on Thursday, October 17 from 4-8 pm at the 100 Block of N. Commerce Street in Natchez.
Take a drive to Crystal Springs for the 2019 Fall Flower & Garden Fest on Friday & Saturday, October 11-12. This is the largest home gardening show in the Southeast. Hours are from 9 am - 2 pm, and vendors will have food and drinks available. Admission and parking are free. Contact the Wilkinson County Extension Office with any questions about the event.
Retail
Treppendahl’s Mega Meat Sale runs October 11-13. Check out the weekly ad for savings, and be sure to say hello to Meat Market Manager Andy Partridge while you’re there. Did you know he’s worked at Treppendahl’s for about 40 years?! Andy once shared with us that he upgraded from his old two-seater truck for a larger vehicle so he’d have a little more room to accommodate his employees when they need a ride to/from work. What a true leader!
Did You Know?
Photo courtesy of Wildcat Pride
Finch Elementary student Mykenlii Williams scored a perfect 399 on her math state assessment and a 395 on her ELA state assessment. We love seeing our young residents showing off their academic skills!
Wilkinson County has a webpage dedicated to helping interested parties start or relocate a business to Wilkinson County. In addition to 100+ pages of guidance in the Entrepreneur’s Tool Kit, you’ll find other helpful links. Not sure what kind of business to open? May we suggest this turnkey 18-room motel? Set on 2.65 Acres on Highway 61 in Woodville, the property also includes 15 travel trailer hookups. And just think—if you tell people you’re buying a motel and moving to Woodville, you’ll get to answer “Why Woodville?” too!
Pass by 382 Main Street any day of the week and you’ll see Jeff Lanus and his team hard at work at Personal Touch Auto Spa. Jeff will get your vehicle shined up and sparkling clean on the inside. Jeff mentors and coaches kids through his work with the Wilkinson County Wildcats Youth Football program. Good people doing good things for our community! Call or text him at 601-597-4914 to schedule your vehicle’s TLC, or simply stop by.
Field Health System is celebrating four years at their hospital in Centreville. The hospital and clinics are vital to our rural area, and we’re fortunate to have talented physicians, nurses, administrators, therapists, and other staff. Field Health System’s Facebook page and website offer great information on career opportunities, providers, seasonal health issues, and services. Check them out, and be sure to thank Field Health System employees. Without skilled people willing to work in rural areas, communities like ours suffer.
Upcoming Events
October 19-20 - Open House at The Crosby Schoolhouse
October 22 - Cookin’ the Books Woodville Public Library Open House
October 26 - “Picnic in the Park” (food, music, and games at Wilkinson County Park)
October 31 - Trunk or Treat at the Woodville Police Department Parking Lot
November 2 - Centreville BBQ Festival
November 25 - Granny’s Kitchen
December 1 - Christmas at Planters (lunch buffet, pictures with Santa, & Makers Market)
Beyond Wilkinson County
Family-owned and -operated, Tunica Timber offers unique pieces of wood like sinker cypress, pecky cypress, heart pine, and cedar to bring your home, business, or shop to the next level. They offer logging, milling, and custom cut services. Check out their products on their website and Facebook page.
October 18-20 - Natchez Balloon Festival
October 18-20 - Vidalia River Front Flea Market and Carnival
October 26 - Homochitto River Festival in Meadville
October 26-27 - Yellow Leaf Arts Festival in St. Francisville (10-5) at Parker Park
November 9 - Christmas Open House at Em + Lizzie’s Backyardery in Norwood
November 10 - Annual Rotary Chili Cook-Off in Natchez. All proceeds benefit the Natchez Children’s Services.
