Mississippi Delta Report

Representatives from U.S. Senator Roger Wicker’s office visited Mississippi Delta Community College to tour its Health Sciences Department and learn about its healthcare programs.

The Greenville Police Department invites the community to a memorial ride honoring Investigator Myiesha Stewart and Officer Trey Lewis, emphasizing unity and remembrance.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons and Congressman Bennie G. Thompson spotlight the new federal courthouse, a symbol of investment and economic growth in Greenville, Mississippi.

The 17th Annual Congressman Bennie G. Thompson College and Career Fair in Greenville connected students with educational and workforce opportunities. Mayor Errick D. Simmons praised community efforts and leadership.

Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced an $850,000 federal investment in Greenville’s Sacred Space Homeless Shelter, emphasizing community collaboration to address homelessness.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is offering a $5,000 grant to help small businesses enhance disaster resilience through training and mitigation efforts.

NextEra Energy is hiring Energy and Field Service Technicians across solar, wind, and battery sectors, offering training and benefits.

Washington County hosts a variety of Halloween activities, including trunk-or-treats, haunted trails, pumpkin patches, and costume parties, offering family-friendly entertainment across the community.

Mississippi wildlife officials recommend checking the validity of hunting and fishing licenses before outdoor trips and signing up for auto-renewal to simplify the process.

Hurricane Isaias, currently a Category 2 storm, is expected to briefly reach major hurricane status before landfall, bringing severe weather to the northern Gulf Coast.