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Institute helps Delta residents Spring Into Health

By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | April 16, 2024 Jackson, MS (April 15, 2024) –The Institute for the Advancement of Minority...

Riverside Hotel Unveils New Sign: A Symbol of Rich History and Renewed Promise

By Tom Williams | April15, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - The Riverside Hotel in Clarksdale recently revealed its new sign in a ceremony that honored not...

Celebrating Blues Music and Dedication: The Juke Joint Festival’s Miss Sarah and Red Paden Awards

By Yasmine Malone | April 15, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - On April 11, 2024, the soul-stirring melodies of blues music filled the historic New Roxy...

Another Resounding Success: Clarksdale’s 21st Juke Joint Festival Delivers Unforgettable Blues Experience

By Tom Williams | April 15, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - The city of Clarksdale became the vibrant epicenter of blues culture and community spirit over...

Get Ready to Jive and Thrive at Juke Joint Festival with Clarksdale Advocate’s Local Business Spotlight!

By CA Staff Writer | April 12, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - As the rhythmic beats of blues music fill the air and the aroma of...

Riverside Hotel Making Progress: A Legacy Preserved

By Yasmine Malone | April 11, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - The Riverside Hotel, a national historic landmark in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is currently undergoing significant renovations...

Meet Lekevius Anderson: A Dynamic Force in Mississippi’s 2024 Graduating Class Spotlight!

By CA Staff Writer & Lekevius Anderson | April 11, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - As graduation season approaches, it's time to shine a spotlight on...

Delta Blues Museum Commemorates 45 Years of Preserving America’s Musical Legacy

By Tom Williams | April 11, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - Clarksdale, Mississippi, witnessed a momentous occasion on Wednesday afternoon as the local community and visitors...

Celebrating National Minority Health Month: Prioritizing Health Equity

By CA Staff Writer | April 10, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - Every April, the United States commemorates National Minority Health Month, a time dedicated to...

Spotlight on Mississippi’s Graduating Seniors: Meet Harlem Bell, A Beacon of Excellence and Leadership in the Class of 2024

By CA Staff Writer and Carmeshia Henderson |April 10, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - As graduation approaches, it's time to shine a light on the remarkable...

Amerigroup MS addresses food insecurity via donation to the MS Food Network 

By Marilyn Reed | April 9, 2024 Jackson, MS (April 8, 2024) --- On April 4, 2024, Amerigroup MS donated $50,000 to the Mississippi Food...

Unlocking Career Pathways: USDA and IRS Present Exciting Opportunities for Students & the Community at Coahoma Community College

BY JASALYN K. LUCAS | APR 2, 2024 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — On March 26, 2024, Coahoma Community College Career & Technical Education Department hosted a...

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