Mississippi Delta Report

Mayor Errick D. Simmons urges residents to stay alert as the National Weather Service forecasts a moderate risk of severe weather across Mississippi on Wednesday.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons thanked voters after the Delta Hot Tamale Festival was named the top specialty food festival for 2026.

Main Street Greenville and the Delta Hot Tamale Festival have been named number one again, celebrating local achievements.

The Washington County Economic Alliance invites the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Delta Blues Coin Laundry next Thursday at 10 a.m.

Members of the local chamber are teaming up to host the Delta Roots Festival, highlighting community collaboration and cultural events.

Authorities in Greenville are searching for Sidney Byars, wanted in connection with an assault outside a local nightclub last weekend. Police urge the public to help locate him.

The National Weather Service has issued a Level 2 risk for severe weather in Mississippi on Wednesday, including thunderstorms and damaging winds.

Johnny Granberry, a lifelong hunter and artist, discusses his work on the 2026 Mississippi turkey stamp and his painting process on the new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast.

Hunters are encouraged to prepare as turkey season begins this weekend. Officials highlight the importance of following regulations.

Authorities in Tunica County have made several arrests following a series of shootings and a high-speed chase involving gang activity. The incidents are still under active investigation.