Mississippi Delta Report

Warden Jacqueline Morton of Yazoo County Regional Correctional Facility was honored alongside regional officials.

Limited heat stress is forecasted across parts of the West and northern regions, with peak heat index values nearing 105 degrees, authorities warn.

Community members emphasize the importance of enforcing property standards to prevent blight and protect local businesses and property values.

Authorities in Greenville, Mississippi, arrested a woman on methamphetamine possession charges during a search related to ongoing burglary investigations, according to police officials.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted an accessible fishing event at Enid Lake, highlighting inclusive recreation opportunities.

The Batesville Police Department received a generous meal from Spirit Gas Station, highlighting community support for law enforcement.

The National Weather Service warns of high heat indices, urging residents to stay hydrated and take breaks outdoors.

Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons and Mississippi Senate Minority Leader Derrick T. Simmons participated in the Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative Annual Meeting to discuss water security and economic growth.

The former U.S. Post Office in Cleveland, Mississippi, now serves as the city’s police station. The building, constructed in 1934, is a designated Mississippi Landmark.

Deer managers suggest evaluating vegetation and habitat conditions to determine if deer numbers are too high on private property.