Mississippi Delta Report

All Mississippi lawmakers have supported a pay increase for teachers, with the House approving a $5,000 raise and the Senate backing a $2,000 increase.

The city of Greenville is observing Black History Month with a series of facts celebrating influential figures and moments in history, according to officials.

Mississippi officials harvested more than 1.7 million pounds of invasive carp in 2025, turning a problematic species into a resource with the help of federal funding.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks is providing free in-person hunter safety courses across the state this month.

A tax service company highlights its offerings, including individual and business tax returns, with a special rate for W-2 filings.

After one more night of freezing temperatures, temperatures are expected to rise above normal by the weekend, with some areas reaching the 70s by Sunday.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from residents of Panola County who may have relevant information.

The VFW warming shelter is serving hot beef and bean burritos, along with Mexican beans, on a first-come, first-served basis.

The warming station at the Senior Citizens Building will operate overnight to provide shelter during cold weather, officials say.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons emphasizes the importance of voting and encourages residents to participate in elections to shape the community’s future.