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Community · Delta-wide
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE By: Melvin Brown | May 22, 2025 Friars Point, MS — In the heart of Mississippi’s Delta, Friars Point is emerging as a beacon of transformation—a community steadily redefining its narrative through authentic engagement,…
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 21, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — From Clarksdale High School to Coahoma Community College, Shacora Jurden is proving that greatness starts at home. The standout student-athlete has been making waves in both track and bask…
Community · Clarksdale
By: Raquel Williams | May 20, 2025 Clarksdale, Ms — When you ask a little boy what he wants to be when he grows up, you typically get the classic responses: Policeman, Fireman, Doctor, Lawyer. In a town of less than 15,000 people The Clarks…
Education · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 19, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — On May 31, 2025, Heaven Jackson will proudly walk across the stage as a graduate of Clarksdale High School, closing one chapter of her academic journey and opening another filled with prom…
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 16, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Clarksdale, MS — From the heart of the Mississippi Delta to the bright lights of Carnegie Hall and the national spotlight in Washington, D.C., Kendal Moseley is proving that passion, talen…
Featured StoryCommunity · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 16, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – A new rhythm is pulsing through the streets of Clarksdale, and it’s coming from the rising stars of Delta Funk, a youth drumline that launched in February 2025. In just a few short months,…
Community · Delta-wide
By: Philly Rains | May 15, 2025 Warfield Concert Press Release Helena, AR – As Neil Diamond sang, “pack up the babies and grab the old ladies and everyone go” to the Warfield Concert Series 2024-2025 outdoor concert and community picnic! Th…
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 15, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Lauren Brown, a standout student of the Clarksdale High School Class of 2025, is closing out her senior year with a remarkable legacy of leadership, academic achievement, and school pride.…
Community · Clarksdale
By Elizabeth Gibbons | May 14, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Scott, whom I taught as a 12th grader, loved cars. He would spend hours in shop class tinkering around with all the old cars our school kept, like an old Chevy pick up truck and …
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 14, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Te’Kyah Turner, the daughter of Robert and Carolyn Turner, will proudly walk across the stage as a 2025 graduate of Clarksdale High School on May 31. A driven and accomplished stu…
Education · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 13, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Sadie Nicole Lott is proud to announce her graduation from the Medical Laboratory Technician Program at Mississippi Delta Community College. She will be receiving her Associate De…
Health · Delta-wide
By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | May 12, 2025 Jackson, MS (May 8, 2025) – In celebration of National Minority Health Month, Cary, MS, residents are encouraged to attend the Treasure Your Health Wellness Fair on Sat…
Community · Delta-wide
By: Helena’s Delta Circles | May 12, 2025 Phillips County, Arkansas – An indoor, water-based gardening system will enable farmers in Phillips County, Arkansas, to grow and sell crops regardless of the season. Delta Circles installed a hydro…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 9, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Magpie Gift & Art, located at 253 Delta Avenue in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is a boutique that celebrates local artistry and craftsmanship. The store offers a unique selection of ha…
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 9, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Mother’s Day is a special time set aside each year to celebrate the women who give us life, love, and lasting strength. On the second Sunday in May, we pause to honor not only the …
Health · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 8, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a national observance dedicated to raising awareness, promoting education, and advocating for the importance of mental health. Since its in…
Health · Clarksdale
By Dr. Alexus Hunter | May 7, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College is proud to announce Dr. Charledria McGee as the keynote speaker for the 2025 Health Sciences Pinning Ceremony, set to take place Thursday, May 8, at 1…
Community · Clarksdale
By CA Staff Writer | May 7, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Every May, individuals, families, and organizations across the country come together to recognize Lupus Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing public understanding of lupus…
Education · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 6, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Clarksdale, MS – Clarksdale High School is proud to celebrate the incredible achievement of one of its brightest seniors, Muriell Hines, who was recently named a recipient of the h…
Featured StoryCommunity · Clarksdale
By: Yasmine Malone | May 5, 2025 CLARKSDALE, MS — Jay’s Grocery, a multigenerational, Black-owned grocery staple in Clarksdale, marked a vibrant new chapter with its grand reopening celebration on Friday . Owned by Al Jones and run by the J…
Community · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | May 5, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Cinco de Mayo, or the Fifth of May, is more than just a festive day filled with tacos, mariachi music, and colorful parades—it’s a powerful celebration of Mexican heritage, resilie…
Education · Clarksdale
By CA Staff Writer| May 5, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – On Friday, May 2, 2025, Coahoma Opportunities, Inc. proudly celebrated School Lunch Hero Day, also known as Cafeteria Appreciation Day, by recognizing the hardworking nutrition professionals …
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
By: CA Staff Writer | April 2, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – As spring breathes new life into the Delta, it’s the perfect season for homeowners to give their homes a fresh start—beginning with their roofs. Skyline Roofing and Restoration, proudly b…
Community · Clarksdale
By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Apr 25, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — The Alpha Omicron Pi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) International Honor Society proudly represented Coahoma Community College at CATALYST 2025, held April 3–5 in Kansas City,…