Berry’s Ashton Waltrip (5) goes for a slam dunk. | Photo by Kelly Bonner
On Monday, Dec. 9, the Berry High School varsity boys’ basketball team played against Lamar County and lost 52-56. On Thursday, Dec. 12, the Wildcats faced off against Phillips and were defeated 88-74.
Berry’s Maggie Mauldin (14) makes her way down the court. | Photo by Kelly Bonner
On Dec. 2, the Lady Wildcats opened their season with a 25-13 win over Oak Grove. On Dec. 3, Berry faced a tough match against Pickens Academy and lost, 44-30.
On Dec. 2, Berry High School’s varsity boys team faced Oak Grove to open their season, but lost, 58- 46. The Wildcats bounced back on Dec. 3, defeating Pickens Academy, 50-26.
The Town of Berry Industrial Development Authority held its organizational meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3, at the Berry Civic Center. All members were present for the meeting except Brandon Frost and Wesley Jacobs. The meeting was called to order by Allen Stepan, seconded by Roger Morrison, and approved by all. The meeting began with a prayer led by Kenneth Bozeman.
Wildcats' Ace Norris (2) shown tackling a Bears' offensive player. | Photo by Kelly Bonner
The Berry Wildcats hosted Lynn for Homecoming in the hopes of upsetting the 8th ranked Bears. Lynn won the toss and elected to defer to the second half.
After spending two weeks on the road, the Berry Wildcats returned to the friendly confines of Fred Webster Stadium looking to pick up their third home win of the year and fifth win overall. Standing in their way were the 2A Lamar County Bulldogs.
Lake Norris (0) shown here rushing the ball past the Stallions' defensive players | Photo by Kelly Bonner
Berry traveled to Millport to face the South Lamar Stallions in the hope of starting the season 4 - 0 for the first time since 2009. South Lamar won the toss and elected to receive the opening kick-off.
The Berry Town Council held its regular meeting on Sept. 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Berry Town Hall. Mayor Jimmy Madison called the meeting to order. Present were Councilors Mary Sue Lollar, Charles Tidwell, Russell Madison, Chris Lindsey, and Calvin Madison, along with Police Chief Gerald DeDeaux and Town Clerk Marie McCluskey
Pictured from left to right, Sherry Simpson Grey was recognized as Berry Woman of the Year for 2024, and Landon Aldridge was recognized as Berry Man of the Year for 2024. The ceremony was held on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024 at the Berry Civic Center. Grey was nominated by the Berry Women’s Club, and Aldridge was nominated by the Industrial Board.
The Town of Berry Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its organizational meeting on June 27 at the Berry Civic Center. All board members were present except for board member Scott Madison. President Wesley Madison initiated the proceedings, and Vice President Kenneth Bozeman led an opening prayer, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
