Delta State University announces “Centennial Under the Stars” celebration
Delta State University will bring its historic centennial year to a close with Centennial Under the Stars, a community celebration scheduled for Saturday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at Parker Field–McCool Stadium. Presented in partnership with the City of Cleveland, the event will serve as the grand finale of Delta State’s Centennial Celebration, marking 100…
Read MoreDamon Johnson joins DMI All-Access Series for exclusive student session
As part of the Delta Music Institute’s (DMI) monthly All-Access Series, Delta State University students recently welcomed acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Damon Johnson for a special virtual session via Zoom. Johnson, currently on tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd, shared invaluable real-world insight from his decades-long career in the music industry. Throughout the session, he spoke candidly…
Read MoreDelta State University names Bengloff Executive Director of the Bologna Performing Arts Center
Delta State University has named Matty Bengloff as the new Executive Director of the Bologna Performing Arts Center. Bengloff will oversee the center’s operations, programming and community partnerships as the venue continues its role as a cultural hub for the Mississippi Delta and surrounding region. A longtime Cleveland resident, Bengloff brings a background in operations…
Read MoreCoppage named to Mississippi Arts Commission Artist Roster
The Mississippi Arts Commission has announced its FY26–FY29 Artist Roster, naming Mississippi Delta songwriter and educator Will Coppage among a select group of artists chosen through a competitive, panel-reviewed process. The MAC Artist Roster recognizes exceptional artistic talent across the state. Artists are selected by panels of professional artists, presenters and educators based on artistic…
Read MoreHe Did It Once. He Can Do It Again.
What are the chances that great opportunities will come your way more than once? Some say the odds are slim and call it a fat chance. They ask whether lightning really strikes the same place twice. When something wonderful happens, many people credit luck, timing, or coincidence, anything but God. And when they see a…
Read MoreA small Delta town takes aim at the future: Leland advances as National Dream Bigger Finalist
From Delta soil to sky, a 48-hour vote could launch a new model for rural STEM, unity, and opportunity Leland has been named one of just 24 finalists nationwide in the Dream Bigger 2026 Grant Campaign — a national competition by Skyllght that will award $2,500 grants to 12 communities across the country. The catch: voting is…
Read MoreVenuti featured on MS House of Representatives social media
Venuti was also recently featured on the United States House of Representatives social media page, where he gave a shoutout to The Leland Progress — a proud full-circle moment for his hometown paper.
Read MoreMovie Review: “Reminders of Him”
By Bob Garver Author Colleen Hoover is apparently dominant in the genre of tearjerkers. She’s best known for “It Ends With Us,” about the upsetting subject of domestic violence. Now comes “Reminders of Him,” which features both a death and a torn-apart family. It wants to inspire tears of sadness and sympathy, but the best…
Read MoreObituary: Martha Faye Walters Stovall
Martha Faye Walters Stovall February 2, 1950 – March 11, 2026 76 years of age Martha Faye Walters Stovall passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on March 11, 2026. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday March 19, 2026, at Leland Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be at…
Read MoreFrom failing to flourishing
Rev. Jessie King, superintendent of Leland Public School District, spoke to the Leland Rotary Club on Monday, Feb. 2, outlining the district’s progress in a presentation titled “From Failing to Flourishing: LSD’s Journey Toward High Performance and Lasting Education Transformation.” Shown left to right are Dr. Don Kiem, Leland School Board; Nehru Brown, federal programs…
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