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Sewage and water price increase coming in October
Special to The Leland Progress Beginning in October, Leland residents will notice a $10 overall increase in their Sewage and Water bill. A public hearing was held September 4. This increase was voted on and passed, as no one voiced any opposition. This marks the first increase of its kind in the last six to…
Read MoreSave the date for Christmas on Deer Creek 2024
As the countdown to the holiday season begins, Leland is planning and gearing up for all of the festivities for Christmas on Deer Creek 2024. Soon, the town will be scurrying with activity to prepare for the annual family- friendly event, with this year being the 59th Christmas on Deer Creek. Set for Saturday, December…
Read MoreSchool District announces 2024 Royal and Homecoming Court election results
Leland School District’s Royal and Homecoming Court election results are in. The Royal and Homecoming Courts are made up of over one hundred students from Pre-K to seniors. This year’s Courts include: Leland High School Royal Court Miss. LHS Angel Jackson Mr. LHS Javion King Miss. Senior Morgan Saloane Mr. Senior Jeremy Jones Miss. Junior…
Read MoreResurrected: One of the oldest newspapers in Mississippi
By Keri Baldwin, Editor, The Leland Progress The Leland Progress is one of the oldest newspapers in the state of Mississippi. What makes our newspaper special? Our community. Without the small – but mighty – community of Leland, it would be nothing but a wasted rag. It is a touchstone, showing us where we have…
Read MoreMDE releases school and district accountability grades for 2023-24 school year
Special to The Leland Progress The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) released accountability grades for the 2023-24 school year, which show 85.7% of schools and 93.9% of districts earned a grade of C or higher. The largest-ever share of Mississippi districts are now rated A, B or C. In 2016, the Mississippi State Board of…
Read MoreUpcoming General Election Deadlines
With the November 5, 2024, General Election quickly approaching, Mississippians need to be aware of upcoming important dates and deadlines. VOTER REGISTRATION The 2024 General Election voter registration deadlines are: In-person at the Circuit Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 7. Note: Circuit Clerk’s offices will be open for in-person voter registration on…
Read MoreMississippi Walmart and Sam’s Clubs accepting donations for Red Cross Hurricane Helene relief efforts through Oct. 13
Walmart, Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation announced an initial $6M commitment to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts, including donations of food, water, essential supplies and grants to organizations providing relief. As part of the commitment, Mississippi Walmart and Sam’s Clubs customers can help support the relief efforts. From Sept. 30 to Oct. 13, Walmart will help…
Read MoreDSU Entertainment Industry Studies graduate earns promotion at Syntax Creative
CLEVELAND, Miss. — Delta State University is proud to announce that alumna Erin Moorman has been promoted to Senior Director of Marketing at Syntax Creative, a leading digital distribution and marketing agency. In her new role, Moorman will oversee all marketing initiatives and lead the team responsible for supporting the company’s wide-ranging marketing efforts. Moorman…
Read MoreMDCC Celebrates Amanda Fondren’s Achievement as MOADN Associate Degree Nurse Educator of the Year
MOORHEAD, MS (Sept. 26, 2024) – Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) proudly announces that Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Instructor Amanda Fondren has been honored with the prestigious Associate Degree Nurse Educator of the Year Award by the Mississippi Chapter of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (MOADN). This significant recognition highlights Fondren’s outstanding contributions to…
Read MoreThe Mississippi Leadership Academy
Young Americans need to appreciate what makes America so exceptional. MCPP is delighted to offer a two part course for high school students that aims to do precisely that! Our Mississippi Leadership Academy program for 2024 is specifically designed for high school students. Do you have children or grandchildren that would benefit by taking part? The…
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