Area News

The Mississippi Republican Party recently announced the selection of State Rep. Clay Mansell as the new chairman of the MSGOP’s United Republican Fund (“URF”). Mansell succeeds Phil Buffington, who helped strengthen the organization’s efforts to support the Mississippi Republican Party and its advancement of conservative causes across the state. Mansell and Buffington recently spoke together…

Mississippi Delta Community College student Dalton Devall spent part of his summer conducting chemistry research at the University of Mississippi through a partnership between the MDCC Honors College and the Ole Miss Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Devall was selected to participate in a five-week undergraduate summer research program supported by the University of Mississippi’s…

Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) has named Antawine Shelwood its new executive director of facilities management. Shelwood brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in operations, manufacturing, distribution and facilities management to the position. As executive director, he will provide strategic leadership for facilities management operations throughout the MDCC district and serve as a…

The Mississippi State University Extension Service recently welcomed a new entomologist to support producers and professionals who work with turf, forages and ornamentals. Zia Williamson, a native of Lincolnton, Georgia, joined MSU May 1 as an Extension entomology specialist focused on turf, forages and ornamentals. She is also an assistant professor in the Department of…

Delta Health System recently announced the addition of Gregory Pippin, M.D., an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist, to its medical staff beginning in September. Dr. Pippin’s arrival marks the return of ENT services to Delta Health System and expands access to specialized care for patients throughout the Mississippi Delta. Dr. Pippin brings extensive knowledge…

Jacob Venuti of Leland was recently recognized by Notable Men. Venuti was highlighted for his efforts in the Leland Rotary Club, The Leland Progress, Leland Chamber of Commerce Board, Leland Fire Department, Venuti Towing and Recovery LLC., and Office of Alderwoman Nancy Jo King. Venuti says that he enjoys working for the betterment of Leland.…

Everyone had a fun time at the Fair Tuesday night. It may have been a little hot outside, but the spaghetti was still amazing — and the fun, laughter, and fellowship were even better. A huge Thank You to everyone who came out, volunteered, donated, bought tickets, worked a booth, cooked, served, cleaned, or helped…

A new outdoor educational and conservation resource in the Mississippi Delta will be officially celebrated with the dedication of the Deer Creek Arboretum At Stoneville, located on the campus of Mississippi State University’s Delta Research and Extension Center (DREC). The dedication ceremony will be held Thursday, September 24, at 10:30 a.m. on the DREC campus…