Mississippi Delta Report

Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons joined regional leaders in discussing strategies to boost economic growth in the Mississippi Delta at a national conference.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons highlighted the importance of local entrepreneurs and community leaders in shaping Greenville’s future during a speech to the Washington County Economic Alliance.

Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons visited the Boys & Girls Club to promote literacy and the importance of reading among children.

Delta Pediatric Dental is set to open this spring in Greenville, offering specialized dental care for children. The practice joins the Washington County Economic Alliance Chamber as a new member.

The Delta Bourbon Club invites the public to a bourbon tasting event Thursday evening to benefit the Old 1 Firehouse Museum.

Officials from the Mississippi Development Authority and local partners visited Greenville to highlight regional economic development efforts.

The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man involved in stealing a trailer from Coahoma Community College on Feb. 20.

Turkey season in Mississippi begins March 14, with youth season starting March 7. Hunters are encouraged to get their licenses and familiarize themselves with new digital reporting requirements.

Showers in the northern part of the region are forecast to end within the next hour, with warm conditions continuing overnight into tomorrow morning.

A slow-moving cold front is expected to cause storms and a marginal risk of severe weather through Saturday evening, with damaging winds as the primary concern.