Area Breaking News
Gehrke newest member of Historic Preservation Commission
Miller Gehrke has been appointed to the Leland Historic Preservation Commission, after a recent unanimous decision by the City Board of Alderpersons. The Commission, created in 2000 as part of a broader City historic preservation ordinance, consists of up to nine volunteers who ensure the City’s historic resources are protected and promoted. The Commission works…
Read MoreFresh seafood, key lime pie and even boiled peanuts made the ‘best of Pensacola’ list
By Kara Kimbrough I was tempted to title this column, “Dishes I wished I tried in Pensacola.” This thought is due to the fact that, although I sampled amazing cuisine during a recent short trip, I either overlooked or ran out of time to sample quite a few amazing dishes whose menu descriptions sounded divine.…
Read MoreDSU’s Jeremy Ricks named Mississippi Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40”
Mississippi Business Journal will honor 40 young leaders across the state who are under 40 years old during a luncheon at the Old Capitol Inn in Jackson on June 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mississippi Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann will give the keynote address. “This annual event recognizes emerging leaders from across Mississippi…
Read MoreU.S. 82 Greenville Bypass work nears final stages
Crews continue making significant headway on the U.S. 82 Greenville Bypass in Washington County. The project calls for the construction of nine miles of four-lane highway from State Route 1 to Leland. It also provides for the grading, paving, bridge repairs and installation of ITS components on the U.S. 82 Greenville Bypass from the Mississippi…
Read MoreHow To Achieve Change In Mississippi (And How Not To)
Mississippi seems to be doing rather well. Our economy is growing, and according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Mississippi was one of the fastest growing states in the last quarter of 2024. Personal incomes are rising faster than inflation. Our state is heading in the right direction because we’ve got some…
Read MoreHow To Achieve Change In Mississippi (And How Not To)
Mississippi seems to be doing rather well. Our economy is growing, and according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Mississippi was one of the fastest growing states in the last quarter of 2024. Personal incomes are rising faster than inflation. Our state is heading in the right direction because we’ve got some…
Read MoreAnonymous support group for sexual violence victims meets June 16
Our House, Inc. will hold its monthly SOS (Safe Online Space) for Healing Conversations monthly anonymous support group on Monday, June 16, from 6 to 7 p.m. This month’s discussion topic is “Counteracting Shame and Blame: It’s Not Your Fault.” The support group provides an anonymous and secure online space for victims and survivors of…
Read MoreFrom Leland to the Limelight: Kermit the Frog Addresses University of Maryland Graduates
A little green frog with deep roots in our small Delta town recently delivered a big message to college graduates on a national stage. Kermit the Frog, the beloved Muppet created by Leland native Jim Henson, gave the commencement address at the University of Maryland on May 22. With his signature charm and wit, Kermit…
Read MoreLeland-Deer Creek Garden Club holds annual May Luncheon
By Guest Columnist Stephanie Patton The Leland-Deer Creek Garden Club held their annual May Luncheon on May 17 to end the garden club year. Club President Patti Livingston welcomed members and guests to the luncheon and presented an overview of the projects, programs and accomplishments of the club over the last year. “Our club is…the…
Read MorePlaying Catch-Up / Movie Reviews: “Final Destination: Bloodlines” & “Karate Kid: Legends”
By Bob Garver “Final Destination: Bloodlines” It’s hard to believe that we went over a decade without a new “Final Destination” movie. Fans love this series and its “slasher-movie-without-a-slasher” gimmick. The “killer” here is the concept of Death itself, which takes the form of unlikely, elaborate, horrific accidents. This sixth installment features arguably the best…
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