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President Valmadge Towner talks merits of Coahoma Community College
By Josh Troy, READ MORE > 4,354 Reads
On Sun, 12/13/2020 - 05:00 AM

Coahoma Community College provides much for students and employees, but it also has an influence on Clarksdale’s quality of life.

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Crystal Ball Gala set for January 16
By The Press Register, READ MORE > 3,113 Reads
On Mon, 11/09/2020 - 12:00 PM

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi announces its 21st annual Crystal Ball Gala will be held virtually January 16, 2021.

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Clarksdale ready for shot at district gridiron title
By Josh Troy, READ MORE > 6,154 Reads
On Thu, 08/20/2020 - 04:34 PM

 

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More cases, no new deaths in Coahoma
By Floyd Ingram, READ MORE > 2,303 Reads
On Mon, 08/17/2020 - 03:34 PM

 

Coahoma County climbed to 830 cases of COVID-19 over the weekend but has not reported a new death from the disease in over two weeks.

And Mississippi reported a new low of 276 new cases on Monday and only 11 new deaths.

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Coahoma County COVID-19 cases double in 13 days
By Floyd Ingram, READ MORE > 1,871 Reads
On Thu, 07/30/2020 - 03:04 PM

 

Testing in Coahoma County last week has seen the number of new cases of COVID-19 rise with 33 new cases reported Thursday. There have been no new deaths reported since July 20.

The county reported 276 total cases as of Friday, July 17 and that number has skyrocketed with 350 new cases reported in just 13 days.

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Homicide reported, arrest made
By Special to the Press Register, READ MORE > 5,217 Reads
On Fri, 05/29/2020 - 10:25 AM

Clarksdale recorded its third homicide for 2020 with the death of a local man late last night.

Police were called to the 100 block of 17th Street about 11:45 p.m. Thursday after a citizen called saying a man was lying in the street and had been shot.

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Sports

Sarah Thomas, a Pascagoula native, to be first female to officiate in a Super Bowl

Down judge Sarah Thomas will become the first woman ever to officiate in a Super Bowl.

Sports Column: Drew Brees leaves an unforgettable Saints legacy. The story started in Jackson.
In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry
His name is Carson, he lives in Raymond, and he will officiate the national championship
Seniors Ray, Smith compete in Bernard Blackwell All-Star Game
Matthews going to Miss. College after two years at Coahoma

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Obituaries

Bobby Jones

Bobby Jones, 72, of  Clarksdale, died Jan. 18, 2021 at his residence. Public viewing is 2 to 4 p.m… READ MORE

James L. Martin
Willie D. Webster
Bobby Jones
Josephine Miller
Charles E. Ray

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COVID-19 spreads at the Capitol, quarantine orders expected for some senators

Some members of the Mississippi Senate are expected to receive a quarantine notice from the… READ MORE

MDE Suspends Policies on A-F Grading, 3rd Grade Reading, and High School Assessments for 2020-21 School Year
Central District multimodal grants announced
Teacher pay raise bill passes Mississippi Senate
MSDH partnering with Mississippi Public Librarys to offer free radon home test kits
56th Annual Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo Kicks-Off January 22

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Jenkins, Gray at home for divisional playoffs

Two 2014 Clarksdale High School graduates will be playing at home in the NFC Divisional Playoff… READ MORE

Hyde-Smith: Additional $63.6 Million for Army Corps Work in Miss., Including $9.2 Million for Yazoo Backwater Area Pumps
Charter schools board members must follow state ethics laws
Wicker Hails $2.377 Million Award for UMMC Connected Care Pilot Program
PROMISE comes to Clarksdale
EDITORIAL: Do you want a shot?

Coahoma County woman killed in auto accident

A Coahoma County woman has died following a motor vehicle accident on rain-slick streets in south… READ MORE

Four killed in Highway 161 crash
David Mancill: Unconventional route to ministry
FLOYD INGRAM: A look back on 2020
New Year’s gunshots hit Supervisor’s home
Indianola Native Named Reeves Policy Director

Richard Ira Gates

Richard Ira Gates, 60, Clarksdale died March 17, 2020 at his residence. Public viewing is from 2 to… READ MORE

Unkept property, litter and trash, trash, trash
Lee soccer falls to Magnolia Heights
Mississippi COVID-19 curve moving down
Flag commission narrow design to two finalists
Chamber delivers cookies to hospital

Richard Ira Gates

Richard Ira Gates, 60, Clarksdale died March 17, 2020 at his residence. Public viewing is from 2 to… READ MORE

Unkept property, litter and trash, trash, trash
Lee soccer falls to Magnolia Heights
Mississippi COVID-19 curve moving down
Flag commission narrow design to two finalists
Chamber delivers cookies to hospital

Opinion:

SID SALTER: With Democrat trifecta in Washington, Republicans stand at an uneasy crossroads

OPINION column by: Sid Salter

Wicker: Big Tech Has Crossed a Red Line
SALTER: Wicker’s certification vote showed character, courage and loyalty to the Constitution
SALTER: Wicker’s certification vote showed character, courage and loyalty to the Constitution
FLOYD INGRAM: I’m looking forward to 2021
Capitol riot brings shame to GOP/Pence chose well but sadly late

Weddings & Engagement

WEDDING: Ashcraft / Dominguez

Alexandra Frances Ashcraft and Joshua Beau Dominguez were united in marriage Friday, October 30,… READ MORE

WEDDING: Debruler / Agostinelli
WEDDING: Hays/Zachary
Weiland / Bosarge engagement announced
ENGAGEMENT: Rodgers/Masterson
Hood / Wilson

News

COVID-19 spreads at the Capitol, quarantine orders expected for some senators

Some members of the Mississippi Senate are expected to receive a quarantine notice from the… READ MORE

MDE Suspends Policies on A-F Grading, 3rd Grade Reading, and High School Assessments for 2020-21 School Year
Central District multimodal grants announced
Teacher pay raise bill passes Mississippi Senate
MSDH partnering with Mississippi Public Librarys to offer free radon home test kits
56th Annual Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo Kicks-Off January 22

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Bobby Jones

Bobby Jones, 72, of  Clarksdale, died Jan. 18, 2021 at his residence. Public viewing is 2 to 4 p.m… READ MORE

James L. Martin
Willie D. Webster
Bobby Jones
Josephine Miller
Charles E. Ray

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