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Planters Bank finishes first in Clarksdale Christmas parade

By Josh Troy Clarksdale Advocate Planters Bank's car emerged as the winner from among more than 50 entries in the downtown Clarksdale Christmas parade on...

Christmas at Carnegie reaches out to children

By Josh Troy, Clarksdale Advocate The book "How to Catch an Elf" was read to children during the Christmas at Carnegie event on Thursday night. Christmas...

Celebrating Captain Eddie Bright: 25 Years of Dedication to Clarksdale Fire Department

After an incredible 25 years of unwavering commitment to the Clarksdale Fire Department, Captain Eddie Bright bids farewell as he steps into a well-deserved...

FPES Expresses Gratitude to Superintendent Young and Assistant Superintendent Gooden During Superintendent’s Appreciation Week 2023

In a heartwarming display of appreciation, the community at FPES (Friars Point Elementary School) came together to celebrate Superintendent's Appreciation Week 2023, extending their...

Opportunity for High School Sophomores: Apply Now for the Mississippi State Board of Education’s Junior Student Representative Position (2024-25)

For Immediate Release:  Dec. 7, 2023 State Board of Education seeks high school sophomores to apply for 2024-25 junior representative Board position JACKSON, Miss. – The...

INGLE & JAZZ: A Festive Fundraiser for a Pawsome Cause”

Get ready to swing into the holiday season with the upcoming JINGLE & JAZZ event, set to take place next week! If you've noticed...

Clarksdale Exchange Club Supports Working Women of Clarksdale

The Clarksdale Exchange Club recently demonstrated their commitment to community welfare by making a generous donation to The Working Women of Clarksdale. This commendable...

Remembering Mrs. Gene Arthur Farris Hopkins: A Tribute to an Education Trailblazer

Students at Higgins are coming together this Friday to honor the legacy of their beloved librarian, Mrs. Gene Arthur Farris Hopkins, who passed away...

Heartwarming Gesture: Lee Academy 7th Grade Class Sings to Elders in Clarksdale, MS

In a heartwarming display of compassion and connection between generations, the 7th-grade class at Lee Academy brought joy to the elders at Flowers Retirement...

Kids learn basketball at Derrick Moore camp

By Josh Troy, Clarksdale Advocate Learning basketball starts with some of the basic fundamentals. That was what Coahoma County High School basketball coach Derrick Moore...

Christmas tree lighting kicks off monthlong festival

By Josh Troy, Clarksdale Advocate A Christmas tree lighting near the Delta Blues Museum Stage kicked off the “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” festival in...

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