Mississippi Delta Report

Eighth-grade students in Washington County explored future careers at the Pathways 2 Possibilities event, with local business Tristate Dumpsters sharing industry insights.

The Delta Bourbon Club is hosting a bourbon tasting and dinner event on March 5 in Shogun House, with proceeds supporting the Old 1 Firehouse Museum.

Leland High School seniors can apply for the Percy and Viola Patterson Family Farms Scholarship. Applications are due by 5 p.m. CST on April 6, 2026.

Community members in Cleveland are encouraged to donate jars of peanut butter before Friday to support the March of the Mayors food drive.

Water service will be temporarily shut off in parts of Cleveland on Feb. 27, starting at 1 p.m., due to maintenance work, city officials say.

Experts recommend taking a strategic approach to wildlife habitat projects by focusing on seasonal needs and proven practices to ensure lasting results.

Residents in Jackson, Mississippi, are advised to watch for dense fog this morning amid ongoing warm and dry conditions.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons expressed his enthusiasm for a steak from Doe’s Eat Place on Friday morning, highlighting the restaurant’s reputation.

The city of Greenville is highlighting influential Black leaders and moments throughout February as part of its Black History Month celebrations.

Mississippi wildlife officials highlight various trapping methods for wild hog control, from high-tech smart traps to simple corral setups.