Movie Review: Novacaine
By Bob Garver “Novocaine” stars Jack Quaid as Nathan Caine, a man with a condition that makes him unable to feel pain. This is an action movie, and it sounds like a man who can’t feel pain would fit right into the role of action hero, right? Actually, no. Caine’s condition is just terribly inconvenient…
Read MoreKeep it simple when celebrating spring
By Kara Kimbrough The official start of spring is this week…this fact alone should be cause for celebration. After all, what’s not to love about spring? We’re in all-too-short balmy window before summer’s oppressive heat descends and stays around until mid-fall. Within that window are several entertaining opportunities, including celebrating Easter, high school or…
Read MoreDSU baseball Announces Summer Kid’s Camp
Head Baseball Coach Rodney Batts has announced a kid’s camp for June 16-18. The camp’s purpose is to assist participants in improving their baseball skills and developing proper playing habits. The friendship and learning of sportsmanship and related athletic values are additional benefits. Emphasis is on teaching fundamentals and essential skills in all phases of…
Read MoreSeven Lady Statesmen Swimmers Earn All-American Honors at the NCAA National Championships
The Delta State University Women’s Swimming and Diving Team had seven swimmers earn 17 All-American honors at the NCAA National Championship swim meet this week in Indianapolis. The Lady Statesmen placed 21st as a team with 48 points. Those seven swimmers are highlighted by junior Mikayla Kloth. The Ames, Iowa native earned first team All-American…
Read MoreWiley Planetarium at DSU awarded grant from Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi
The Roy L. and Clara Belle Wiley Planetarium at Delta State University is proud to announce receipt of a grant from the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi. This generous 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…
Read MoreDelta State to fly university flag at half-staff in honor of Retiree Marjorie Gladden
Delta State University mourns the loss of Marjorie Gladden, a dedicated member of the DSU community and retired staff member, who passed away on March 11, 2025, at the age of 70. In honor of her memory, the University flag will fly at half-staff through sunset on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Marjorie was a beloved…
Read MoreDSU’s Johnson selected for study abroad program
Congratulations are in order to Delta State’s own Jakori Johnson. Johnson was recognized at the 94th Southern Regional Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, for being selected for the Study Abroad Program in South Africa this summer 2025, alongside three others. The students will have the opportunity to participate in a five-week program where they will…
Read MoreFirst aerial drone competition held in the MS Delta
The first aerial drone competition to occur in the Mississippi Delta was held in February at O’Bannon High School in Greenville. Four schools from the area competed: Coleman, Leland, O’Bannon and T.L. Weston. According to Rodney Williams, regional support specialist for aerial drone competitions, there are currently four hundred teams competing nationally in aerial drone…
Read MoreWARNING: Misleading Annual Report Mailers
The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office urges the business community, especially LLCs, to be cautious of misleading mailers distributed by third-party entities urging Annual Report filings. These mailers typically request a fee and appear to be official government correspondence. All business owners should be sure to read the fine print as this correspondence is…
Read MoreGarden Club holds first meeting of the 2025 year
By Stephanie Patton The Leland Deer Creek Garden Club held their first meeting of 2025 on February 5 at the garden club house. Club President Patti Livingston welcomed members back and introduced the guest speaker, Brantley Snipes with Kudzu Collective. Brantley, who is a native of Leland but currently resides in Greenwood, has spearheaded an…
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