Mississippi Delta Report

On Feb. 1, 1963, nonviolent protesters occupied Greenville Air Base to demand basic necessities, prompting federal intervention and lasting social programs.

The Greenville Fire Department will give out shovels today at their headquarters, thanks to support from Lowe’s.

Justin Archer Burch, president and CEO of Delta Compass, will participate in a conference at Jackson State University to discuss linking education supports to economic development in Mississippi.

As the regular duck hunting season concludes, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks urges hunters to prioritize safety and habitat conservation.

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A new exhibit in Greenville celebrates the history and resilience of Nelson Street, highlighting its significance in Black heritage in the Mississippi Delta.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons praised the Greenville Fire Department, Chief Ruben Brown, and Carlos Brothers for their dedication to the community, emphasizing their acts of service and compassion.

The Tunica County Road Department is actively working to clear roads across the county, officials report.

The Air National Guard is working alongside local crews to clear ice and snow in Clarksdale neighborhoods amid ongoing winter conditions.

Arctic air and gusty winds are bringing dangerously low temperatures to Mississippi, prompting warnings of frostbite, hypothermia, and storm-related hazards.