Mississippi Delta Report

The 100 Black Men of the Mississippi Delta will host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Greenville on Saturday at 11 a.m., inviting community members to participate.

Greenville’s MLK parade showcased community unity and leadership, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy through participation and service.

The Port of Greenville is set to receive $3 million as part of the 2026 federal appropriations package, thanks to efforts by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith.

Authorities in East Carroll Parish are searching for Carlton Keyon Osborn, who was last seen in late December. They are asking for the public’s assistance in locating him.

Greenville officials plan to deploy Flock Safety drones to enhance public safety, building on the success of existing cameras, according to police.

Two men were taken into custody following a theft early Friday morning in Greenville, authorities said. The arrests came after surveillance footage and investigation outside the city limits.