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June 04, 2026 CLARKSDALE, Miss. – Coahoma Community College has established a professional development partnership with Reading Roadmap, Inc. to deliver evidence-based training for educators across Bolivar, Coahoma, Quitman, Tallahatchie, and Tunica counties. Operating under the college's Center for...

Community Invited to Welcome New OB/GYN Physician at Lunch & Meet Event

By: MDA Staff Writer | June 3, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi– Clarksdale residents are invited to gather for an afternoon of fellowship, inspiration and women’s health awareness during a special “Lunch & Meet” event welcoming Dr. Kesha Flantroy, OB/GYN,...

Barbershop Event in Cleveland to Promote Men’s Health

By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | June 2, 2026 For Immediate Release JACKSON, Miss. (June 1, 2026) — What starts as a conversation in the barbershop could help save a life.  During Men’s Health...

Walking for Healing: Community Unites for 4th Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Walk

By: Tom Williams | June 1, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi– Community members, survivors, advocates, and families recently gathered for the 4th Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Walk, an event designed to bring healing, hope, and empowerment to those affected by...

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First Middle College cohorts set to make history by earning college degrees before high school diplomas

By Jasalyn K. Lucas | May 8, 2026 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — A historic milestone is being celebrated this graduation season as the first Middle College...

Coahoma Community College Celebrates Health Sciences Graduates as an Investment in the Mississippi Delta

By:Yasmine Malone | May 11, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi– Coahoma Community College honored its Respiratory Therapy and Registered Nursing graduates during a special pinning ceremony held May...

Peace Torch Relay to Pass Through Clarksdale as Part of Nationwide Journey for Harmony

Press Release | May 8, 2026 CLARKSDALE, Miss. — An international message of peace and unity will make its way through Clarksdale this weekend as...

Business Spotlight: Young CEO Making Big Moves — Squeeze N Sip Freshly Squeezed Mobile Lemonade

By: CA Staff Writer | May 8, 2026 Clarksdale, MS — Big things are coming in small packages, and Kerrington Hoskins is proving that age...

Academic Excellence on Display: Janayshia Higgins Ready to Make Her Mark

By: MDA Staff Writer | May 7, 2026 Clarksdale, MS — Determination, academic excellence, and a passion for helping others are just a few qualities...

IAMH Fights Period Poverty in Mississippi

For Immediate Release By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | May 4, 2026 Jackson, Miss. (May 4, 2026) — The Institute for the...

Honoring the Class of 2026: Mississippi’s Next Generation of Leaders Steps Forward

By: MDA Staff Writer | April 5, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi — It’s that time of year again—caps are in the air, tassels are turning, and...

Coahoma Community College, Digitunity, and AT&T Mississippi distribute laptops to bridge regional digital divide

By: CCC | April 29, 2026 (Clarksdale, Miss.) – Coahoma Community College collaborated with AT&T Mississippi and Digitunity on Wednesday, April 29, to distribute free...

Business Spotlight: Sweet Success Rising in Greenville — Ms. Kens’ Cake Den Delivers Homemade Delight

By: MDA Staff Writer | May 1, 2026 Greenville, MS — A new wave of homemade sweetness is making its mark in Greenville, and it’s...

Cleveland Central Standout Markel Bell Selected by Philadelphia Eagles in Third Round of NFL Draft

By: Tom Williams | April 30, 2026 CLEVELAND, MS — Former Cleveland Central High School football standout Markel Bell is officially headed to the NFL...

Institute and AKA Sorority supports Black Maternal Health Week

By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | April 24, 2026 (Jackson, MS) — In observance of Black Maternal Health Week, the Institute...

Coahoma Community College announces computer distribution event in collaboration with AT&T and Digitunity

By: Coahoma Community College| Apr 20, 2026 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College Adult Education will host a computer distribution event Wednesday, April 29, at 10:00...

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