Mississippi Delta Report

The sheriff’s office visited George H. Oliver Elementary School for Red Ribbon Week. Officials shared a message about making healthy choices and staying drug-free.

Cassidale Green, owner of Athletes United 4-A Purpose, donated Bibles to the Coahoma County Detention Center. Coreen Richardson presented them on his behalf.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks says harvesting does early can help hunters meet harvest goals and improve forage availability for remaining deer.

Greenville police identified Jeremiah Jackson as a suspect in a shooting outside a church on South Colorado Street. He is wanted on an aggravated assault charge, police said.

Three women from Washington County were named to MBJ’s 2026 class of “25 Leading Business Women.”

Three Horn Lake Police Department K-9s will receive bullet- and stab-resistant vests donated by Vested Interest in K9s. Delivery is expected within 10 weeks.

The Horn Lake Police Department is hosting a Basic Medical course for residents. Seating is limited.

The Greenville Police Department welcomed four new sworn officers: Quintarius Williams, Jamarius Griffin, Delvin Jordan and Ja’Cedric Motton.

Greenville Police Chief Marcus R. Turner Sr. urged parents to know where their children are, especially late at night and early in the morning. He warned that vehicle, home and business break-ins can put young people in danger.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across the forecast area this weekend, with another chance of storms in the middle of next week.