AROUND THE CORNER with Justin Medders
By Keri Baldwin Justin Medders grew up in Terry, Mississippi, just outside of Jackson, but was familiar with the Delta from a young age, having visited family in Boyle during the summers and holidays. Medders says he felt God calling him to the ministry in high school, and he has been doing ministry ever since.…
Read MoreRita Thompson recognized by MDCC for adult education accomplishments
September 16-19, 2024, was National Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) Week. The week is designed to raise public awareness about the need for and value of adult education and family literacy. In recognition of the week, Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) highlighted one of its adult education students, Rita Thompson. Thompson is working on…
Read More3rd annual Witches Ride planned October 27
The Leland community is invited to join in the third annual Witches Ride, sponsored by the Leland Chamber. The family-friendly event will feature a parade of costumed witch characters who toss candy to parade-goers. Those who would like to participate in the event, which is set for Sunday, October 27, at 2:30 p.m., are asked…
Read MoreResidents warned of potential scams from fraudulent charities
Mississippi’s Secretary of State, Michael Watson, is urging Mississippians to exercise caution when donating to a charity or fundraiser, as there has been an uptick in activity from fraudulent charities operating in Mississippi. “We know Mississippians are some of the most generous and hospitable folks in the nation, but it is important to always check…
Read MoreSaturday In-Person Absentee Voting Begins; Upcoming Elections Deadlines
Circuit clerk offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. to noon for in-person absentee voting this Saturday, October 26, 2024. The last day to vote in-person absentee is Saturday, November 2, 2024, on which circuit clerk offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. to noon. All mail-in absentee ballots must be postmarked by November…
Read MoreAmerica’s music history focus of new exhibit
The nearby GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi has opened a new exhibit: “Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History.” With close to one hundred objects representing the American music, the exhibit, curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music (BSACAM), tells the story of how music has informed, interpreted and inspired national identity.…
Read MoreIt’s Time for Fall/Winter Vaccinations to Fight Respiratory Viruses
We are approaching what is historically the respiratory virus season. The Mississippi State Department of Health encourages everyone to get appropriate updated vaccinations to avoid severe outcomes such as hospitalization and death. The rates of respiratory viruses such as influenza, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID tend to increase during the fall and winter months…
Read More2024 November General Election Absentee Report (October 21)
As of Monday, October 21, 2024, the Statewide Election Management System (SEMS) reported a total of 86,525 absentee ballots requested, 84,636 absentee ballots sent, and 67,802 absentee ballots received in the state of Mississippi for the 2024 November General Election. As a reminder, the requested total reflects the number of Mississippi voters who have requested an absentee ballot through their local Circuit Clerk’s Office. The sent total reflects the…
Read MoreMSDH Promoting Awareness for National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
This week, October 20-26, is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week and the Mississippi State Department of Health is spreading awareness about the dangers of the toxic metal and imploring parents to get their children and homes tested. Between 2017 and 2021, 845 Mississippi children tested positive for elevated blood lead levels. Medicaid recipients were…
Read MoreGet to know Spider lilies – a welcome sight every fall
By Guest Columnist Lynn Libous-Bailey It was in early September when I moved to the Delta. Within weeks of my arrival, I began seeing thousands of green spears emerging from pristine lawns across town. Decades later, I still watch in amazement when this yearly ritual begins. Spider lilies (Lycoris sp.), also known as Hurricane Lilies,…
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