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Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Miss. — Residents from across the Mississippi Delta are being encouraged to unite on Saturday, July 11, for two community-focused events centered on strengthening neighborhoods, reducing violence, and encouraging civic engagemen…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — Residents from across the Mississippi Delta are invited to attend Community Transportation Day on Thursday, July 16, 2026, for an event focused on increasing transportation access, connecting community partners, and impr…
Community · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College will welcome alumna Percynthia Thomas as the featured speaker for its Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, in the Pinnacle on the college campus in Clarksdale…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — The sounds of music, laughter, and heartfelt testimonies filled downtown Clarksdale over the weekend as A Journey In Our Shoes (AJIOS) Foundation hosted its 4th Annual Wear Orange Against Gun Violence Event & Food Truck …
Culture · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Miss. — The sounds of blues, soul, R&B and Southern hip-hop echoed through the streets of downtown Clarksdale as the Birth of American Music (BAM) Festival transformed the city into a vibrant celebration of Black American music,…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — The Clarksdale Marks Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is inviting community members to take an active role in shaping the future of their communities by participating in its upcoming Delta Voic…
Featured StoryHealth · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Mississippi – This week’s Business Spotlight of the Week recognizes Milestone LLC, a dedicated mental health provider that continues to make a lasting impact on the Clarksdale community through compassionate care, crisis interve…
Education · Indianola
For Immediate Release By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | June 25, 2026 Jackson, MS (June 25, 2026) — It is time to get Class Back in Session. The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health will host a Back-to-S…
Community · Cleveland
For Immediate Release By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | June 23, 2026 JACKSON, Miss. (June 22, 2026) — The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health (IAMH), in partnership with Walgreens, will host a National…
Sports · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — Despite rainy weather conditions, more than 300 young athletes turned out for the 5th Annual Elgton Jenkins and JT Gray Football Camp, proving that a little rain could not dampen the excitement surrounding one of Clarksd…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — For more than four decades, Heaton Pecans has been a staple of the Mississippi Delta, providing premium-quality pecans grown with care, tradition, and a commitment to excellence. Located in nearby Lyon, Mississippi, this…
Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Miss. — As of June 16, 2026, the Women’s Resource Center has officially opened its doors in Clarksdale, providing free services and support to expecting parents and families throughout the community. Created with the health and …
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) –Karmese Leflore earned an eighth-place finish in Business Communications at the 2026 Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference, held June 6-8 at the Westgate Las Vegas Hotel. Leflore advanc…
Health · Delta-wide
By: Sandra Melvin, DrPH, MPH, MLS, CEO/Founding President of The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health Too many men wait until symptoms appear before getting tested. That approach is costing lives. Chronic disease testing and can…
Health · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — The Downtown Clarksdale Farmers Market returned for its second season on June 11, bringing fresh produce, local entrepreneurship, and community connection to the courtyard of Collective Seed and Supply Company in downtow…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — On June 11, the Coahoma Collective brought patrons together inside the warm, rustic atmosphere of Red Panther Brewing Company for an evening of music, memoir, poetry, and heartfelt storytelling as nationally acclaimed si…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, Miss. — On June 13, 2026, the annual J. Dobbins Community Closet brought together local organizations, volunteers, and residents for a day of service and community support at the former Walmart parking lot. Years ago, Lashun Pay…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Mississippi– The aroma of slow-smoked barbecue has become a welcome sight and smell for hungry customers in Clarksdale, and this week’s Business Spotlight of the Week shines on The Pit BBQ, a local eatery serving up some of the …
Community · Indianola
For Immediate Release By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | June 11, 2026 Jackson, MS (June 11, 2026) — Expectant and new moms in Indianola, MS can say Hello Baby with confidence thanks to support from the Institute for…
Community · Clarksdale
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, and commitment to reducing crime thro…
Education · Delta-wide
(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 University’s Alumni Association Awards Luncheon in…
Education · Clarksdale
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 connection was facil…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Mississippi– Finding reliable childcare can be one of the most important decisions a family makes, and for parents throughout the Mississippi Delta, Essence Reed is working to provide a trusted solution. With more than six years…
Sports · Clarksdale
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 coach. Clark will serve in multiple leadership roles at Lee Academy,…