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Wilson awarded Fire Chief of the Year
Leland Fire Chief Dquan Wilson attended the 2025 Mid-Winter Fire Chiefs Conference in January. While there, he was awarded the 2024 NW Central District Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year. The community is encouraged to give Chief Wilson a congratulatory hand-shake when they see him around town!
Read MoreAndrews represents MDCC at MSU Transfer Advisory Board
MDCC would like to highlight Nicole Andrews, Speech Instructor and Phi Theta Kappa Advisor, for representing Mississippi Delta Community College at the Mississippi State University Transfer Advisory Board meeting which was held on Friday, January 31. This event, hosted by MSU’s Office of Orientation and Events, brought together community college leaders from Mississippi and neighboring…
Read MoreThree Statesmen Score 20-plus as DSU Knocks off No. 6 Valdosta State
The Delta State University Men’s Basketball team (13-11, 9-9 GSC) went to The Complex in Valdosta State University and knocked off the no. 6 ranked Blazers from Valdosta State 96-92 Thursday night. Keithean Brooks, Kolby Horace and Jesse Washington all had 20-plus point performances for the green and white as Delta State shot 60% from…
Read MoreDSU Honors students involved in community service projects
Thirteen Delta State University Honors Program students successfully completed service-learning projects during the recently, benefiting communities across the Mississippi Delta. The projects addressed diverse needs, including youth education, community wellness, animal care, and support for senior citizens. Student initiatives ranged from organizing coat and equipment drives, revitalizing a school garden, and hosting wellness activities for…
Read MorePastor’s Perspective: Don’t lose what you have trying to get what you want
By Guest Columnist Rev. J.D. Yates Do you know what you want out of life? For many, this question is met with a shrug, as they rush through life chasing fleeting fantasies instead of pursuing a meaningful dream. A fantasy, by definition, is illogical and improbable, yet millions live in a “Photoshop” world, where they…
Read MoreLeland company provides a “World Class” rescue
As California battled wildfires, the National Football League was determining if they were going to need to move the playoff game between the Rams and Vikings. The game was originally scheduled to be played at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. At this point, the Arizona Cardinals were put on standby to potentially host the game.…
Read MoreThe Legacy of Kermit the Frog: From Leland to Stardom
Kermit the Frog, with his iconic green hue and endearing personality, is one of the most recognizable characters in the world. But few know that Kermit’s journey to stardom began in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, inspired by Jim Henson’s childhood in Leland. Kermit was created in 1955, just as Henson was starting his…
Read MoreMDCC Celebrates Career-Tech Month by Hosting High School SkillsUSA Competition
February is Career and Technical Education Month—a time to honor the critical role that career and technical education plays in shaping a skilled workforce for the future. In keeping with this celebration, Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) proudly hosted the high school SkillsUSA competition on February 4, welcoming 88 competitors from seven schools across the…
Read MoreDelta State University hosts book talk on health equity in the Mississippi Delta
The School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Delta State University, in collaboration with other campus entities, proudly announces an upcoming book talk titled Ripples of Hope in the Mississippi Delta: Charting the Health Equity Policy Agenda. Delivered by Dr. Debra Bingham, this special event will take place on Wednesday, February 19, at 5…
Read MoreAROUND THE CORNER: David Maugh
David Maugh is a lifelong native of Leland. He attended Washington School. He is thirty-two years old and has one brother who lives in Louisiana. David is very active in the community. Are you a native of Leland? If yes, how long has your family been here? If not, what made you choose Leland? I…
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