Mississippi was the second fastest growing state in the last quarter of 2024, according to new data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.  Output per person in the Magnolia state increased faster than any state besides Arkansas. One set of data might be a fluke, but then the previous quarterly data told a similar growth…

By Keri Baldwin The Temple Theater is a prominent structure on Broad Street in Leland. Sherry Smythe recently approached the Board of Alderpersons at their last meeting to discuss the status of the Temple Theater located in the Historic District of Leland, as the building is currently in despair. Although Smythe does not own the…

By Guest Columnist Billy Johnson Downtown Leland was a close-knit community when I was growing up. There were at least 40 family-owned businesses in the downtown area. My family’s drugstore, Peoples Drug Store, was in the 400 block of North Main. That street was originally Highway 61, and all the North South traffic came through…

The Roy L. and Clara Belle Wiley Planetarium at Delta State has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi. The funding will support the expansion of the planetarium’s programming by highlighting the region’s rich music heritage and fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of sound among audiences. The grant will be…

This morning, as I watched Frozen 2 with Hudson, a line from Olaf stood out to me: “One born with ‘powers’ and one born ‘powerless.’” Anna’s reaction, a scowl on her face after hearing this, caught my attention. Despite lacking magical powers, Anna’s strength, courage, and perseverance were undeniable. This moment in the film made…

The Washington County Library System (WCLS) is hosting a songwriting workshop in April. The event is scheduled to be three hours long and is open to the public. The workshop will be held April 12, from 1 until 4 p.m. at the William Alexander Percy Memorial Library. All fourth through twelfth grade students are welcome.…

  By Guest Columnist Stephanie Patton Leland Rotarians welcomed Britt Herrin, Delta Council development director and director of the Delta Strong project, as guest speaker at a recent club meeting. Herrin, who took on the new role, is no stranger to the economic development world and has held many positions related to bringing industry into…