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Coahoma Community College Choir Nominated for Community Choir of the Year

The Coahoma Community College Choir, renowned for their exceptional musical prowess, has earned a well-deserved nomination for Community Choir of the Year. This esteemed...

LOCALIZE IT: Descendants fight to maintain historic Black communities across the US

EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: Historic black towns and communities have dwindled from their once thriving existence in the United States. Historic towns were founded by formerly enslaved...

Honoring Sacrifice and Service: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Every January 9th, communities across the United States come together to recognize and express gratitude for the men and women who dedicate their lives...

A Mississippi university proposes dropping ‘Women’ from its name after decades of also enrolling men

COLUMBUS, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi University for Women announced a proposal Monday to rebrand as Mississippi Brightwell University, with officials saying the new name...

Grant Opportunities for Mississippi Artists: A Special Session in Clarksdale

Clarksdale, Mississippi - Calling all local artists! An exciting opportunity awaits you on Tuesday, January 9th, at the Crossroads Cultural Arts Center. Mark your...

Beyond the Clouds: Institute Addresses Vaping’s Impact on Health

Jackson, MS (January 3, 2024) – The prevalence of tobacco use remains alarmingly high, particularly among youth and certain adult demographics in Mississippi. Despite concerted...

Today in History

Today is Monday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2024. There are 358 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Jan. 8, 1964,...

AKA/Chi Mu Omega Chapter installs new officers

Mound Bayou, MS 38762, January 4, 2024:  Chi Mu Omega Chapter’s President, Annie Y. Griffin, announced today that the chapter’s new year officially began...

Mississippi deputy fatally shot during traffic stop by suspect who was killed by police after chase

BEAUMONT, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi sheriff's deputy was shot and killed during a traffic stop by a suspect who was killed by police...

Empowering Coahoma County Youth through 4-H After School Programs

Coahoma County Extension Office is excited to announce the commencement of after-school programs aimed at enriching the educational experience of children in the community....

Bomb threats prompt evacuations of government buildings in several states, but no explosives found

JACKSON, Miss (AP) — Government buildings in several states were evacuated Thursday following bomb threats, causing brief disruptions for the second day in a...

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