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Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, Mississippi — It’s that time of year again—caps are in the air, tassels are turning, and the sounds of celebration are echoing across the Mississippi Delta. Graduation season is officially underway, and communities throughout Cl…
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Miss.) – Coahoma Community College collaborated with AT&T Mississippi and Digitunity on Wednesday, April 29, to distribute free laptops to students and residents during a launch event at Safe House, working to close the regiona…
Featured StoryBusiness · Greenville
Greenville, MS — A new wave of homemade sweetness is making its mark in Greenville, and it’s coming straight from the kitchen of entrepreneur Kendalla Pearson, owner of Ms. Kens’ Cake Den, LLC. Located at 1911 Sycamore Street, Ms. Kens’ Cak…
Community · Cleveland
CLEVELAND, MS — Former Cleveland Central High School football standout Markel Bell is officially headed to the NFL after being selected with the No. 68 overall pick in the third round of the draft by the Philadelphia Eagles. Standing at an …
Health · Delta-wide
(Jackson, MS) — In observance of Black Maternal Health Week, the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Rho Lambda Omega Chapter to support more than 40 families during the Healthy Moms, He…
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College Adult Education will host a computer distribution event Wednesday, April 29, at 10:00 a.m. inside the Safe House (Tornado Shelter) on the main campus in Clarksdale, Miss., to support inc…
Community · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College proudly announces Mar’Kayla S. Williams as valedictorian and Briauna Mosby as salutatorian for the 2026 graduating class. The honor reflects the highest level of academic achievement att…
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) — On May 1, 2026, Coahoma Community College will mark its 100th forklift certification in Clarksdale, Mississippi, highlighting the continued success of its workforce training partnership with the Mississippi Depar…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS — In a healthcare landscape where many patients often feel rushed through appointments and overlooked, one local provider is changing the experience entirely. Thrive Medical & Wellness, located at 1800 Cheryl Street, is bring…
Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS — The Zeta Psi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated continues to uplift excellence and sisterhood, recently recognizing several of its newest members for their engagement and achievements. Tina Franklin (not p…
Business · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, MS — Entrepreneurs and small business owners across Coahoma County will have a unique opportunity to learn how to break into the government contracting space at an upcoming training event hosted at Coahoma Community College. The…
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College participated in Ujima’s HBCU Justice Lab, where four student leaders joined peers from across the nation to examine and reimagine justice systems impacting black campus communities. Coah…
Community · Clarksdale
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Clarksdale, Mississippi– This Is Home: Medgar Evers, Mississippi, and the Movement, an exhibit featuring photographs of Medgar Evers in his role as a Civil Rights activist, husband, and father, will be on display at Cl…
Education · Clarksdale
(Clarksdale, Mississippi) – Coahoma Community College has joined the Complete College Accelerator, a national initiative designed to improve student success, increase completion rates, and expand equitable access across higher education ins…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS — In a world where technology powers nearly every aspect of daily life, a malfunctioning device can bring everything to a halt. That’s where KeFi steps in, offering fast, reliable, and affordable solutions for the community. …
Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS – On April 8–9, Coahoma Community College Practical Nursing students attended the Mississippi Board of Nursing Annual Nursing Convention in Philadelphia, Mississippi. The convention was designed to establish camaraderie and e…
Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS – As spring arrives, so do renewed efforts to revitalize infrastructure across the city of Clarksdale. Clarksdale Public Works has begun making the city safer and more comfortable for residents by repairing drainage systems a…
Culture · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS — On Sunday, April 12, 2026, Cat Head Delta Blues & Folk Art hosted its 24th annual MiniFestival, bringing an electrifying close to the weekend’s Juke Joint Festival. Held just outside the studio’s doors on Delta Avenue, the …
Community · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS – On April 10, 2026, Thacker Mountain Radio was hosted on the Red Panther Brewing Company stage, where a wonderful mix of literary discussion and blues music coalesced into an entertaining and thought-provoking evening. A liv…
Community · Clarksdale
CLARKSDALE, MS (April 11, 2026) – On Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Imperial Gas & Oil Company and 76® fuel brand proudly hosted the Clarksdale community and neighboring areas at the grand opening of their newest gas station and…
Education · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS – In the evolving story of the Coahoma County School District, a new chapter has begun as current Assistant Superintendent Crystal Gooden now serves as superintendent. With a tone grounded in clarity and conviction, Gooden do…
Featured StoryBusiness · Clarksdale
Clarksdale, MS — A familiar location is getting a fresh start as Young’s Mobile Glass officially opens its doors at the former Windshield Doctor site, located at 530 S. Choctaw Street. Owned and operated by Josh Young, the new business is a…
Community · Delta-wide
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON, Miss. (April 8, 2026) — For more than 118 years, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® has been dedicated to helping alleviate problems concerning girls and women. Continuing that legacy, the Rho Lambda Om…
Community · Delta-wide
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Horn Lake, MS — The Mu Iota Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is proud to announce its Annual 3K Rhoyal Walk/Run, a community-centered event focused on promoting health, wellness, and active lifestyles. T…