Mississippi Delta Community College Welcomes Kalann Haymon as Head Women’s Residence Hall Director
Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Kalann Haymon as head women’s residence hall director in the Office of Student Services. A proud alumna of MDCC with strong roots in the Mississippi Delta, Haymon returns to her alma mater with a passion for serving students and fostering a welcoming campus…
Read MoreForward Together: MDCC Establishes Permanent Greenwood Center
Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) is proud to announce the purchase of a new permanent home for its Greenwood Center, securing a long-term presence in Leflore County and reaffirming its commitment to the Delta. Situated in the former Malouf Furniture and Interiors building on U.S. 82, the new 44,000-square-foot Greenwood Center will allow MDCC to…
Read MoreDelta State Men’s Golf Placed Runner-Up at Montevallo Invitational
The Delta State University Men’s Golf team opened the 2025 fall season in impressive fashion, claiming a second-place finish at the Montevallo Invitational hosted at Timberline Golf Club. The Statesmen posted a three-round team score of 875 (292-286-297). Leading the way for Delta State was Ty Werynski, who carded rounds of 68 (-3), 69 (-2),…
Read MoreDelta State University to launch Centennial Celebration on September 15
Delta State University will officially kick off its yearlong Centennial Celebration on Monday, September 15 – exactly 100 years after the institution opened its doors as Delta State Teachers College in 1925. The public is invited to attend a celebratory program at 1:00 p.m. in the Bologna Performing Arts Center (BPAC), followed by a reception…
Read MoreAlong Deer Creek at sunset: A fall garden for pollinators – Plant drifts, invite bees, enjoy the season’s soft colors
As summer fades and fall nears in Leland, many gardeners look to mums, asters and pansies for color. Pansies will not settle in here until well into October, so this year I am trying a more naturalistic approach inspired by Dutch designer Piet Oudolf: layering structural grasses, long-blooming perennials and textured foliage to mimic wild…
Read MoreObituary: Sylvester Jackson of Leland, Mississippi | 1951 – 2025 |
Sylvester Jackson February 12, 1951 Sunrise September 9, 2025 Sunset 74 Years of Age Mr. Sylvester Jackson will have visitation 4pm – 6pm at Dillon Funeral Home, Leland, MS. Services will be held the following Saturday at Unity M.B. Church 185 Napanee Rd Leland, MS at 11 am. Main…
Read MoreBack to the heart of it: How a Delta town is rewriting its story
Part II of a series on Leland’s quiet renaissance From decay to rebirth Degrees alone do not bring towns back to life; people do. In downtown Leland, preservationist and entrepreneur Sherry Smythe is helping revive the heart of Third Street. Where storefronts once stood empty, new life is returning. Her work secured a $10,000 National…
Read MoreMovie Review: “The Conjuring: Last Rites”
By Bob Garver A few days before I saw “The Conjuring: Last Rites,” a friend of mine asked me about my plans for the weekend. I told her that I planned to see the film, and I was excited. When she asked me why I was excited to see yet another entry in the generally-middling…
Read MoreLeland City Council Tuesday, July 1, 2025 meeting summary
The Leland Board of Mayor and Alderpersons met July 1, introduced a new board lineup and approved a slate of financial, personnel and infrastructure items. Vice Mayor Barbara Brooks (Ward 1) was introduced, alongside alderpersons Jonnie Jones (Ward 2), Deon Morris (Ward 3), Michael Street (Ward 4) and Nancy Jo King (Ward 5). City Clerk…
Read MoreDSU announces fall art exhibit and new programs
For more information contact: Nathan Duff (662-846-4678) In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Delta State University stands as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and creative innovation, fostering a legacy that resonates through its alumni and community. The university’s Fielding Wright Art Center is currently hosting “In the Making,” a group exhibition running from…
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