Published Jan. 29, 2006

Terry and Wendy Smith announce the birth of a son, Caleb Gray, on Dec. 8, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are the late George and Frances Gibson of DeKalb and the late Mavis Tew and Lavon Smith of Philadelphia.

Maternal grandparents are the late Melvin and Carrie Smith of Philadelphia and the late Commie Gray of Philadelphia and Helen Gray of Anchorage, Alaska.



Douglas Wade and Nila Dion Hutchins announce the birth of a daughter, Erica Christine, on Dec. 8, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparent is Donna Hutchins.

Maternal grandparents are Christine Mercier and Jim Coker.



Antonio and Vicki Ferguson announce the birth of a son, Jawuan Christian, on Dec. 9, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Austin and Lucille Porter Sr.

Maternal grandparents are Linwood and Clementime Edwards.



Christopher and Lena Allen announce the birth of a daughter, Natalie Michelle Allen, on Dec. 9, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Clarence and Sandra Allen.

Maternal grandparents are Lester and Susan Miles.



Thomas and Trisha Clark announce the birth of a daughter, Tre’Shea Alys, on Dec. 9, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Albert Clark and the late Annie Louise Clark.

Maternal grandparents are James Davis and Earnestine Rush of Meridian.



Crystal Hamilton and Demetrius McMickle announce the birth of a son, Montrell Demetrion McMickle, on Dec. 13, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Tamie and Ray McMickle.

Maternal grandparents are Frankie and Hannah Hamilton.



Stanley and Jennifer Bishop announce the birth of a son, Clinton Paul, on Dec. 19, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Clinton and Carolyn Bishop.

Maternal grandparents are Paul and Mary Moore.



Te’Anthny P. Jones and Mavia R. Landrum announce the birth of a son, Ta’Quarius Vontrae Jones, on Dec. 20, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparent is Barbara Jones Coleman.

Maternal grandparent is Lorene B. Landrum.



Daniel Ray Mabry and Ashley Nicole Gore announce the birth of a daughter, Leslie Nicole Mabry, on Dec. 21, 2005, at Riley Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are Keith and Terrie Mabry.

Maternal grandparents are Beverly Gore and Pharis Gore.



Published Jan. 27, 2006

Beverly Scarbrough of Meridian announces the birth of a son, JaQuan Rashun, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Elizabeth Ivy of Meridian.



Joseph and April Blythe of Meridian announce the birth of a son, David Samuel, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Elijo Chancey Valenzuela and Eva Reynsso Valenzuela of Douglas, Ariz.

Maternal grandparents are Darrell O’Bryan and Marica Caston of Winona.



Brent and Pauline Johnson of Macon announce the birth of a son, Caden Alex, on Dec. 30, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Joe and Janice Johnson of Macon.

Maternal grandparents are Steve and Ruth Waite and Anita Waite of Arizona.



Victoria Portis of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Arenzo Char’Darious D’Wyne Portis, on Jan. 1, 2006, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Elizabeth and Willie Portis.



Jerry and Kim Gressett of Summit announce the birth of a son, Hunter Cole, on Jan. 1, 2006, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Wanda Gressett of McComb and Debra Lockley of St. Petersburg, Fla.

Maternal grandparents are Mitchell and Janet Bullard of Union.



Published Jan. 23, 2006

Gerry and Hope Mitchell of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Meredith Parks, on Dec. 24, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Gerald and Joy Mitchell.

Maternal grandparents are Kathy Braddock and the late Tal Braddock.



Olympia Patton and Markulis Hampton of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Alayzia Hampton, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Wanda Hampton of Meridian.

Maternal grandparent is Rosie Patton of Meridian.



Chris and Stacey Smith of Bailey announce the birth of a son, Mason Wyatt, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Shirley Smith of Bailey and Michael Smith of Collinsville.

Maternal grandparents are Dwyatt Smith of Pelahatchie and Sylvia Smith of Forest.



Alexander Mitchell of York, Ala. announces the birth of a daughter, Stacie Monique Mitchell, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Annie and Milton Nelson of York.



Jason and Tina Collie of Collinsville announce the birth of a son, Blake Preston, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Linda Collie of Paducah, Ky.

Maternal grandparent is Sue Holmes of Jackson, Tenn.



Ebonek Shuntia Wilson of Decatur announces the birth of a so, Latayveon Keshun Wilson, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Walter James Wilson and Mary A. Wilson and Eddie Wilson.



Jonathan and Sarah Eubanks of Philadelphia announce the birth of a daughter, McKenzie Laine, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are David and Sandra Eubanks of Philadelphia.

Maternal grandparents are Mike and Sandra Skinner of Philadelphia.



Mykeshia Ruffin and Jon Granger of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Joniyah Ehreana-Marye Granger, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Henry and Robbie Granger of Meridian.

Maternal grandparents are Mary Clark of Douglasville, Ga. and Larry Ruffin of Meridian.



Published Jan. 22, 2006

Charlotte Walker of Newton announces the birth of a son, Zackary Charson, on Dec. 25, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Jinny and Jason Freeman of Bailey announce the birth of a daughter, Anne-Leigh Marie, on Dec. 25, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Angie and Q.T. Dies of Bay Springs announce the birth of twins, John Devlin and Brent Lee, on Dec. 26, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Martha Hibbler of DeKalb announce the birth of a daughter, Shaneeda Antrice, on Dec. 26, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Jessica Shaferly of Collinsville announces the birth of a son, Andrew Maddox, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lacey Davenport of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Micah Lee,on Dec. 27, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Amy Windham and Jim Eades of Collinsville announce the birth of a daughter, Amya Antanette Eades, on Dec. 27, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Crystal Temple and Shawn Collins of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Lashauna Angeline Unzayza Collins, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Sherlonda and James Little of Livingston, Ala., announce the birth of a son, Jamicah Sher’Davious Little, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Kimberley and Cedric Tanks of Lisman, Ala., announce the birth of a son, Kamari Treshawn, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lindsey Stithem and Joseph Reynolds of Collinsville announce the birth of a son, Eli Daniel Reynolds, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Mandy Higginbotham and Randy Wheaton of Hickory announce the birth of a son, Nicholas Tyrese Wheaton, on Dec. 28, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Toricka Lashay Pough of Quitman announces the birth of a daughter, Ty’Tiyona Reena Lasha, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Nina and James McGhee Jr. of Heidelberg announce the birth of a son, Jamei Matthew, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Maria and Clyde Nolen of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Cailen Edward, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Tara and Nathan Self of Starkville announce the birth of a daughter, Alexis Brynn, on Dec. 30, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Cindy Blakney of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Dantwaine Johnson, on Dec. 30, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Jada Moulds and Chris Slayton of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Jesse Don Slayton, on Dec. 30, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Brandy and James Dew of Needham, Ala. announce the birth of a son, Samuel Ralston, on Dec. 31, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Published Jan. 21, 2006

Dr. William W. Woods III and Rhonda Woods announce the birth of triplets, Nicholas Rawson, Kathryn Ashby and Henley Frances, on Dec. 2, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.

Paternal grandparents are William W. Woods Jr. and the late Sara Woods.

Maternal grandparents are Ronnie and Linda Rawson.



Kristopher and Katrice Jasper of Quitman announce the birth of a daughter, Kyia Dynea, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Charles and Ora Jasper of Shubuta.

Maternal grandparents are Jerry and Katie Alford of Meridian.



Dell Mayes and Eddrick Wheaton of Shubuta announce the birth of a daughter, Laila Arianna-Marie, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Eddie and Shirley Wheaton of Louin.

Maternal grandparents are Phyllis and Oscar Heidelberg of Shubuta.



Cassandra Towner of DeKalb announces the birth of a son, JaMarcus Sanjuan Ford, on Dec. 23, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Emma Crowe.



Neimiah Jim and Patricia Willis of Philadelphia announce the birth of a daughter, Naliyah Tokwikili Lee’Ann Jim, on Dec. 26, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Clara and Randy Jim.

Maternal grandparents are Sally and Patrick Willis.



Christon Shoemake of Philadelphia announces the birth of a son, Silvio Morales Shoemake, on Dec. 26, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Barbarella and Landon Jim of Philadelphia.



Santa and Juan Gomez of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Itzel Gomez-Moreno, on Dec. 26, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Pedro Gomez-Santiago and Mararia Avila-Cruz.

Maternal grandparents are Cosme Moreno and Senorina Flores.



Published Jan. 20, 2006

Jeremy and Sara Bunyard of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Kalye Jade, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Davey and Debbie Holloman and Artis and Shelia Bunyard.

Maternal grandparents are Gary and Ann Coleman.



LeeAnn Williams announces the birth of a daughter, Takiyah Mekayla Williams, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Antonio and Tomeka Thedford of Toomsuba announce the birth of a daughter, Charity Latwoyne Unique Thedford, on Dec. 19, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Linda Brown of Meridian.

Maternal grandparent is Beatrice Hopson of Toomsuba.



Jamie and Crystal Rigdon of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Braxtyn Champ, on Dec. 19, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Kevin Moore and Shonda White of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Kristi Sharnae Moore, on Dec. 19, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Rita White.

Maternal grandparents are Jeff and Pamela Moore.



Joseph and Jessica Hiatt of Enterprise announce the birth of a son, Jacob Anthony Edward, on Dec. 20, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are James Edward and Linda Hiatt of Stonewall.

Maternal grandparents are Teresa Jones of Stonewall and the late Paul Jones, and Robert and Beverly Lang of Ocean Springs.



Johnny Cole and Aimee Vallery of DeKalb announce the birth of a son, Johnathon Landon Cole, on Dec. 29, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Johnny and Helen Cole of DeKalb.

Maternal grandparents are Willie and Vivian Winston of Hollandale.



Marcus L. Lee and Andria A. Wilson of Hattiesburg, announce the birth of a son, Marcus L. Lee Jr., on Dec. 20, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Patricia A. Patrick and Lester Patrick of Natchitoches, La.

Maternal grandparents are Mary M. Wilson and Travis E. Wilson of Meridian.



Published Jan. 15, 2006

Darlene and Carlos McLaughlin of Pachuta announce the birth of a son, Carlos La Vone, on Nov. 27, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Shirley and Billy McLaughlin of Quitman.

Maternal grandparents are the late Lillie and William Dansby of Pachuta.



Arthur L. Ivy and Angela Townsend of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Angeliah Laqueasha Shadeira Ivy, on Nov. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Dewauna Reed of Collinsville announces the birth of a son, Shon Cole, on Nov. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Peggy Reed.



Antionette May of Meridian announces the birth of a daughter, Alexxia Arianna, on Nov. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Jerold and Denise Pope of Enterprise announce the birth of a daughter, Victoria Grace, on Nov. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Dorothy Braddock of Laurel.

Maternal grandparents are Travis and Jerri Allen of Stonewall.



Tiffany A. Campbell of Union announces the birth of a son, Antonio Gary-Lee Campbell, on Nov. 28, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Michael and Jennifer Fleming of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Evan Bryce, on Nov. 29, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are John and Frances Fleming of Butler, Ala.

Maternal grandparents are Guy and Dell Mitchell and Dwight Killen of Meridian.



Correy and Haley Bounds of Decatur announce the birth of a son, Samuel Chance, on Nov. 29, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Sam Bounds and Kathie Bounds of Decatur.

Maternal grandparents are Tony and Margaret Chance of Forest.



Published Jan. 13, 2006

Darrell Moore and Linda Clay of Forest announce the birth of a son, Javonte Kyyon Moore, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Billy and Betty Moore of Forest.

Maternal grandparents are Marcell and Lillie Clay of Union.



Dusty Russell and Jessica Roebuck of Union announce the birth of a daughter, Kimberly Anne Russell, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jame and Patricia Russell.

Maternal Grandparents are Dianne Roebuck and Clayton Roebuck.



Rodney and Anitrius Yates of Cuba, Ala., announce the birth of a son, Devin Lashawn, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Martha Yates of Cuba.

Maternal grandparent is Elizabeth Anthony of Lisman, Ala.



Rebecca Barlow of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Cardarius Cardell Barlow, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Shelby and Connie Cotton of Philadelphia announce the birth of a daughter, Skylar Leann, on Nov. 23, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Clint and Tabitha Pugh of Meridian announce the birth of a son, William Peterson Pugh, on Nov. 23, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Raymond and Wanda Pugh of Meridian.

Maternal grandparents are John and Nancy Easterling of St. Louis and Paul and Jane Lyon of Petal.



Tyrome and April Tank of Philadelphia announce the birth of a daughter, Lauren Ashley, on Nov. 24, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jerome and Linda Tank of Philadelphia.

Maternal grandparents are Charley and Ruth Robertson of Philadelphia.



Published Jan. 12, 2006

Sophia and Jose Chavez of Noxapater announce the birth of a son, Triston Ayden, on Dec. 21, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Cantea Brown and Kendrick Gale of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Kenaysha Marya Gale, on Dec. 21, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Nikisha Gray of Union announces the birth of a son, Jaquan Omar Gray, on Dec. 21, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Regina and Donald Davis of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Sabrina Niesha, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Beverly Jasper and James Harris Jr. of Quitman announce the birth of a son, Jeremiah Ishamel Harris, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Latoya Ruffin of Butler, Ala., announces the birth of a daughter, Jania Shakira Cade, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lindsay Hopson of Meridian announces the birth of a daughter, Anayiah Michelle, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Crystal Edmonds and Jason Washington of Philadelphia announce the birth of a son, Quinton Ty’Rell Washington, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Stacey McClelland an Shawn McBeath of Union announce the birth of a son, Da’Qwon Kishawn McBeath, on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Mable and Terrence Moore Sr. of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Terrence Demondra Moore Jr., on Dec. 22, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Alysha Townsend and Devin Jones of Forest announce the birth of a daughter, Devon Javarrias Townsend-Jones, on Dec. 23, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Published Jan. 11, 2006

Michael Scott Jackson and Jennifer Earley of Collinsville announce the birth of a daughter, Erin Elizabeth Jackson, on Nov. 17, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparent is Patricia Franklin.

Maternal grandparent is Helen Hayes.



Kimberly Hill and Jerome Lewis of Russell announce the birth of a daughter, Adriana Nicole Lewis, on Nov. 18, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Carol and Tracy Hill.



Kristina Harrison of Stonewall announces the birth of a daughter, Ella Claire, on Nov. 20, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparents are Tim and Cheryl Harrison of Stonewall.



Roseanna Owens of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Michael Gabriel Owens, on Nov. 21, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Annie Owens of Meridian.



Ericka Lopez M. of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Eduardo Huriel Bacca M., on Nov. 21, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Patrick and Janet Blythe of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Sophia Elizabeth, on Nov. 21, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jim and Kathy Blythe of Atlanta.

Maternal grandparents are Bill and Dianne Johnson of Meridian.



LaPorshus Griggs and Jemario Jordan of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Jemriya A’Niyah Jordan, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Adacious Davis and Damain Laphand of Clarke County announce the birth of a daughter, Arveyania Noveyia Laphand, on Nov. 22, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Thelma Laphand and Nathan Adams.

Maternal grandparents are Amanda J. Davis and Sammie L. Coleman of Clarke County.



Chris and Angela Jones of Flowood announce the birth of a son, Garrett Cole, on Dec. 1, 2005, at River Oaks Hospital in Jackson.

Paternal grandparents are Phil Jones and Lorraine McLaughlin, both of Meridian.

Maternal grandparents are Gary and Chris Church of Meridian.



Rosalind and Glenn Buckalew of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Katherine Violet, on Dec. 19, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.

Paternal grandparents Alan and Vicki Buckalew of Meridian.

Maternal grandparents are Frank and Gean Evans of Meridian.



Published Jan. 6, 2006

Clif and Jennifer Crosby of Union announce the birth of a daughter, Molly Anna, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Robert and Martha Crosby of Union.

Maternal grandparents are Linda Wooten of Philadelphia and the late Jim Wooten.



David and Tracie Latting of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Kaelyn Dian, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are David and Denise Latting of Liberty.

Maternal grandparents are Arlette Slayton Smith of Meridian and the late Dian Wells Latting and the late late Kenny Wayne Sellers.



Valerie Patty of Kemper County announces the birth of a son, Marquez LaQuincy Patty, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Casandra Bennamon of Kemper County.



Ashley Atterberry and Jeremy Ott of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Jermisha Canasia Ott, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.



Mark and Amy Taylor of Preston announce the birth of a daughter, Margaret Elizabeth, on Dec. 13, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Olin and Annette Taylor of Preston.

Maternal grandparents are Laura Kilpatrick and Max Kilpatrick of Philadelphia.



Michael and Amy Winstead of Union announce the birth of a son, John Michael, on Dec. 13, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jimmy and Lynette Winstead of Union.

Maternal grandparents are Jimmy and Wanda Parker of Philadelphia.



Chadwick and Jessica Drummond of Columbus announce the birth of a son, Chadwick Cauly Drummond Jr., on Dec. 14, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are James and Charlotte Drummond of Pensacola, Fla.

Maternal grandparents are Jill Walker of Caledonia and the late Ronnie Walker.



Scott and Mary Churylo of Hickory announce the birth of a son, William Joseph, on Dec. 14, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Joe and Nelda Churylo of Collinsville.

Maternal grandparents are Bill and Sandra Johnson of Prentiss and Billy and Mollie Brooks of Chunky.



Sandra L. Moore of Philadelphia announces the birth of a daughter, Kyleigh Nickol Moore, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Maternal grandparent is Lillie M. Johnson of Philadelphia.



Ken and Kim Butler of Philadelphia announces the birth of a daughter, Avie Karaline, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Judy Barnes of Philadelphia.

Maternal grandparents are Joe and Wanda Haggard of Philadelphia.



Glenn and Wendy Nutt of Bailey announce the birth of a daughter, Kimberly Ansley Christene Nutt, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are J.K. and Barbara Nutt and Christy Nutt.

Maternal grandparents are the late Kathy and Joe Welch. Maternal great-grandparents are Millie Gordon and Bill Gordon.



Tawanna and Maurice McDaniel of Newton announce the birth of a daughter, Mollesia Leasie, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Urban and Barbara Cross.

Maternal grandparents are Sammy Wilson and Silesa Wilson.



Willie Hurde Jr. and Angela Evans of Toomsuba announce the birth of a daughter, Jada Dorthia’s Hurde, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center.

Paternal grandparents are Dorothy Hurde Chapman and Willie Hurde of Meridian.

Maternal grandparents are Linda Hamilton and George Evans.



Published Jan. 4, 2006

Tocarro Ford and Phillip Boyd of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Phillip Boyd Jr., on Dec. 11, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Chelcee Talbert and Trey Robinson of Enterprise announce the birth of a daughter, Sahvannah Raelee Robinson, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Deandrea McCorkle of York, Ala. announces the birth of a son, Tra’Viyon Quashard Coleman, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Tiffany and Frederick Reynolds of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Gavin Thomas, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Vankeila Wilson and Marcus Boyd of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Marcus Leshawn Boyd Jr., on Dec. 12, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lakisha McDonald of Lauderdale announces the birth of a daughter, Ji’Aira Shirna McDonald, on Dec. 12, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lashawn Ford of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Damont’E Tyquan Scott, on Dec. 14, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Christie and Cary Benson of Little Rock announce the birth of a daughter, Chloe Anne, on Dec. 14, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Amber and Barry Pettit of Philadelphia announce the birth of a son, Aiden Von, on Dec. 14, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Crystal Dubose and Dion Hawkins Sr. of Livingston, Ala., announce the birth of twins, Christina Serenity and Christopher Samuel Dubose, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Margo and Frederick Smith of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Miracle Shanae, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Aimee and Ryan Deweese of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Joshua Langston, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lawanna Geatches and Phillip Land of Butler, Ala., announce the birth of a daughter, Shyanna Rose Land, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Michele and Daniel Aurella of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Preston Anthony, on Dec. 15, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Kaylum Nichols of Newton announces the birth of a daughter, Kilvia Lashey, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Brittany and Shannon Lewis of Enterprise announce the birth of a daughter, Lakelynn Elyse, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Michelle Pitts of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Kaleb Allen Miller, on Dec. 16, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Tjwanna Lemon of Meridian announces the birth of a daughter, Ta’Kayla Janise Thomas, on Dec. 17, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Karen and Jay Grayson of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Kale Andrew, on Dec. 17, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.

Published January 2, 2005



Casey Perry of Meridian announces the birth of a son, Aiden Matthew Perry, on Dec. 1, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Balinda and Kelvin Parks Sr. of Preston announce the birth of a daughter, Kamya McKenzie, on Dec. 1, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Kandice Yarbrough and Anthony Stingley of Philadelphia announce the birth of a son, Kartavious Deangelo Tylance Stingley, on Dec. 1, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Beth and Dave Little of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Douglas David Little III, on Dec. 1, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Brandy and Jackie Pruett Sr. of Quitman announce the birth of a son, Roy Evan, on Dec. 1, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Irene and Johnny Davis of Butler, Ala. announce the birth of a son, Jamos Keith, on Dec. 4, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Chiquita Howard and Lance Williams Jr. of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Kimora Nicole Howard, on Dec. 4, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Kim and Jamie Flake of Louisville announce the birth of a son, Braxton Thomas, on Dec. 5, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Valerie Swift and Quincy Cole of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Diamond Alora Cole, Dec. 6, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Lakeshia Smith and Brian Owens of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Taeveyun Lashawn Owens, on Dec. 6, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Rose and Carl Ruffin Jr. of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Landon Jay Will Ruffin, on Dec. 6, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Melissa and Bryan Cook of Chunky announce the birth of a daughter, Brianna Marie, on Dec. 8, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Regina Brown and Bobby Lewis Jr. of Meridian announce the birth of a son, Bobby Ervin Lewis III, on Dec. 8, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Erica Todd and Kevin Cooper of Gilbertown, Ala. announce the birth of a daughter, Ryley Lynn Cooper,on Dec. 8, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Heather and Richard Lacoste of Lauderdale announce the birth of a daughter, Chloe Makell, on Dec. 8, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Greta and Tim Campbell of Meridian announce the birth of a daughter, Carrie Brooks, on Dec. 9, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.



Misty and Eric Sisson of Butler, Ala., announce the birth of a daughter, Allie Anna, on Dec. 10, 2005, at Rush Foundation Hospital.