Mississippi Delta Report

Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center recognizes Detective Tomie Chase for her dedication to child abuse investigations. She received the 2025 MDT Member of the Year award this week.

The National Weather Service in Jackson reports dry conditions tonight with patchy fog, and a slight chance of rain in parts of Louisiana and Mississippi on Thursday.

MDCC Dental Hygiene Department marked the milestone with an impromptu celebration for longtime patient Mr. Bobby Kirk of Doddsville.

The city of Greenville marked Earth Day with community service activities, thanks to local organizations and volunteers, according to city officials.

The administrative phone line at the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is temporarily unavailable. Emergency calls should be directed to 911.

Mississippi encourages residents to enjoy and conserve the outdoors on Earth Day with activities like trash cleanup and tree planting.

Hinds County Sheriff’s Office celebrated the retirement of Captain Jeff Burnley during a quarterly awards ceremony, praising his 27 years of dedicated service.

Hezekiah Watkins, a longtime civil rights advocate and witness, was recognized during the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office quarterly awards ceremony for his contributions to justice and equality.

The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office honors administrative professionals for their vital role in supporting law enforcement and community operations.

State Representative Otis L. Anthony will deliver the keynote address at MDCC’s spring graduation ceremony on May 8, as the college celebrates its 100th anniversary.