Obituary: 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…
Read MoreHere’s what I’m loving in Summer ‘26
By Kara Kimbrough It’s hard to believe, but a little more than half of 2026 has already slipped away. The halfway point (give or take a few weeks) is a good time to reflect on new supermarket, restaurant and food items on my favorites list. So, without further ado…here’s what I’m loving in 2026…so far,…
Read MoreLocal towing company handles major 18-wheeler rollover in Leland
Just before darkness settled over the Mississippi Delta, the lights of heavy wreckers and emergency equipment illuminated a rural intersection outside of Leland, where crews from Venuti Towing and Recovery, a long-running local wrecker service, recently spent ten hours responding to a difficult 18-wheeler rollover recovery. The accident involved a fully-loaded 18-wheeler tractor and trailer…
Read MoreDelta Ducky to bring more ducks back to Deer Creek
Delta Ducky, an organization in the Mississippi Delta, is known for its rubber ducks. Delta Ducky started off as a small game for people around town to play, but it quickly grew in size. Members of the organization hide rubber ducks around different areas of town and post photos of them on Facebook, and people…
Read MoreA Story of Success: Linda’s Journey of Perseverance
At 61 years old, Linda proudly earned her High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma after an incredible 12-year journey with Mississippi Delta Community College Adult Ed. Throughout those years, she faced many of life’s challenges, including family responsibilities, personal setbacks, and changes in instructors. Despite every obstacle, Linda never gave up on her goal. Time and…
Read MoreDelta State congratulates alumna Celeste Embrey Wilson on Mississippi Supreme Court appointment
Delta State University congratulates alumna Celeste Embrey Wilson on her appointment to the Mississippi Supreme Court by Gov. Tate Reeves. Wilson, a Southaven resident, will represent Northern District 3, Place 1. Her appointment fills the vacancy created by the confirmation of Justice Robert P. Chamberlin to the United States District Court for the Northern District…
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