Back to School
By Jacob Reed Venuti As summer comes to a close and the familiar sound of school bells returns, another exciting school year is officially underway. Across the community, students are filling classrooms, teachers are welcoming new faces, and parents are once again adjusting to early mornings and busy schedules. The beginning of a new school…
Read MoreMovie Review: “One Night Only”
“One Night Only” By Bob Garver It takes a very generous suspension of disbelief to enjoy “One Night Only.” The film is set in a not-too-distant future where premarital sex is outlawed, save for one night a year. Comparisons to “The Purge” are inevitable, which to me raises an interesting question: Which would lead to…
Read MoreWeber brings Space Camp experience back to Delta State classrooms
Dr. Maria Weber, Associate Professor of Physics and Director of Delta State University’s Wiley Planetarium, recently completed Space Academy for Educators at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, gaining new activities, resources and perspectives she plans to incorporate into her teaching and outreach programs. The six-day professional development program allows educators to…
Read MoreReport: We Toured Jim Henson’s Creature Shop
Once upon a time, to get into Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, you had to be working for Henson or an invited guest. It was a pretty exclusive place, leaving most to only imagine what it was like there. But now, the company has thrown open the doors for tours at their New York location, letting…
Read MoreLHS Class of 1976 commemorates milestone by investing in the future
As part of its 50th class reunion celebration, the Leland High School Class of 1976, known as the “Bicentennial Class,” commemorated the milestone by investing in the future of local students through a philanthropic scholarship initiative. During May 2026 graduation, two graduating seniors, Jordyn Betts and Makynzie Thornton, were selected from a competitive pool of…
Read MoreObituary: Pastor Lora Ann Miles
Pastor Lora Ann Miles September 23, 1963 – July 23, 2026 62 Years of age Pastor Lora Ann Miles, a beloved resident of Leland, Mississippi, peacefully entered eternal rest at her home on July 23, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on September 23, 1963, Pastor Miles was the cherished daughter of James…
Read MoreObituary: Billy J. Hutchinson
Billy J. Hutchinson August 1, 2026 On August 1, 2026, Billy J. Hutchinson passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, and entered his heavenly home. Billy grew up in Leland, Mississippi, where he and Susan later raised their daughters. A devoted servant to his community and church, Billy dedicated many years…
Read MoreCity departments hard at work
The City of Leland is approaching three full months without any official leadership in the Police Department. On May 14 of this year, the Leland Police Chief was terminated without the Board of Aldermen providing any replacement, but, just because there is no interim does not mean they are not hard at work. On several…
Read MoreDeputy Municipal Clerk Hackler earns certification
La’Monica Hackler, Deputy Municipal Clerk in Leland, graduated from the Certified Municipal Clerk program June 29 in Biloxi during the annual Mississippi Municipal League conference. Developed and conducted by the Mississippi State University Extension Service, the program provides municipal clerks, tax collectors, and their deputies with additional education and expertise. The three-year program covers 30…
Read MoreMovie Review: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”
By Bob Garver When we last left Peter Parker aka Spider-Man (Tom Holland) back in 2021, he had to submit to a spell from Doctor Strange that would make the world forget he ever existed. His Aunt May (Marissa Tomei) had died, so he had no family left, but he had to watch his friends…
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