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By: MDA Staff Writer | June 8, 2026 CLARKSDALE, Miss. — The Clarksdale Police Department has recognized Sergeant Anfernee Morgan as its Officer of the Month for April 2026, honoring his outstanding leadership, dedication to public safety,...

Coahoma Community College athletics director receives 2026 Johnnie Armstrong Alumni Award

By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Jun 8, 2026 (Blue Mountain, Mississippi) – The Director of Athletics Selina Reid received the 2026 Johnnie Armstrong Alumni Award on June 6, 2026. The award was presented during Blue Mountain Christian...

Coahoma Community College Foundation receives $50,000 endowment to establish new leadership scholarship

By: Coahoma Community College| Jun 8, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi– The Coahoma Community College Foundation has received a $50,000 endowment from The Stone and Holt Weeks Foundation to establish The Dena Taylor & Stone and Holt Weeks Leadership Scholarship. The...

Lee Academy Makes History with Hiring of First African American Basketball Coach

By: Tom Williams | June 5, 2026 CLARKSDALE, Miss. — A new era of basketball has arrived at Lee Academy as the home of the Colts welcomes Coach D.J. Clark as the school's first African American basketball...

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Business Spotlight of the Week: Unique Transit Driving Clarksdale Forward with Purpose

By: MDA Staff Writer | May 8, 2026 Clarksdale, MS — A new transportation service is making its mark in the community, offering more than...

Clarksdale Collegiate Opens Registration for Free Camp Invention Summer Program

By: MDA Staff Writer | May 14, 2026 CLARKSDALE, MS. — Families looking for an exciting and educational summer opportunity for their children can now...

“Magnum Opus: Back to the Future” Performance

By: Yasmine Malone | May 13, 2026 Clarksdale, Mississippi– On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Griot Arts Inc., in collaboration with StoryWorks Theatre, hosted its annual Magnum...

Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center Celebrates Reopening of ICU in Clarksdale

By: MDA Staff Writer | May 12, 2026 Clarksdale, MS — A major step forward in healthcare access for the Mississippi Delta is set to...

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...

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