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Voters weigh their options as Colom courts Greenville ahead of election day
GREENVILLE, Miss. — Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom stopped in Greenville on Wednesday, Sept. 16, to speak with voters about his plans for Mississippi, as a Pollsmax polling average shows him trailing Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith by 6.5 points among likely voters, 45.9% to 39.4% (https://www.pollsmax.com/senate/mississippi/). The parking...
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Mississippi pizza restaurant ranks among world's Top 50
One of Mississippi's biggest food success stories just earned a new honor. A Cleveland pizza spot was named among the 50 best in the world. The global recognition comes months after it also made a prestigious list of the Top 10 in the U.S. The chef, Marisol Doyle, owner and chef of Leña Pizza + Bagels in Cleveland, also was named among the 50 best pizza chefs in the world earlier this summer. Menu items pair traditional Neapolitan pizza techniques with flavors from the chef's Mexican heritage and Southern food icons from the Mississippi Delta . Looking for a great slice? This restaurant is worth the trip. Mississippi pizza restaurant named among world's Top 50 Leña Pizza + Bagels ranks No. 38 in the world. The 50 Top Pizza list was named in Naples, Italy, on Sept. 15, 2026. “It’s such an honor to be here in Naples for the 50 Top Pizza global event,” said Doyle. “Most pizzerias on the list are based in big metropolitan areas, so it means the world to us to represent our small town of Cleveland, Mississippi. We’re so thankful to 50 Top, our supporters back home, and all the customers who have walked
WLBT
Mississippi’s first Muslim judge explains passion to serve and promises to ‘enforce the US Constitution’
BENOIT, Miss. (WLBT) - Judge Assma Ali is speaking out about her goals and purpose for serving after her appointment to the bench in the Town of Benoit drew national attention. The comments came during a “Harmony Talks” event aimed at addressing criticism directed at Ali online since her appointment....
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Mississippi Delta residents fear data center promises will bring pollution, not prosperity
Clarksdale, Mississippi residents are concerned about a proposed data center project due to potential pollution, strain on resources, and lack of transparency. For residents in Clarksdale, Mississippi, the prospect of a giant data center does not feel like a fresh start. Instead, for many, it feels like another high-stakes development deal that could drain local resources while leaving ordinary people to bear the risks.
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Leflore Co. Board rescinds Saylor Wheel tax exemption
GREENWOOD- In august, Saylor wheel manufacturing received a 10-year tax exemption from the Leflore County Board of Supervisors to help the company's struggling financial status. That decision was soon followed by another tax exemption from the city of Greenwood. After Saylor Wheel board member Floyd Melton III spoke before the...
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Annual Fall Festival Set to Return to Kosciusko This October
The Kosciusko Attala Partnership has announced the return of the annual Fall Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24. The community event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering a day filled with seasonal activities, shopping, and food for families across the area. Organizers have officially opened vendor applications...
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Greenville to Host Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Retreat During Blues Week
GREENVILLE, Miss. — The City of Greenville will host members of the Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus during Blues Week, Sept. 14-19, as lawmakers gather for their 2026 annual retreat and participate in events surrounding the Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival. The week will include legislative planning, a public...
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The Mississippi Delta Country Store Where You Can Spend 3 Hours Browsing More Than 1,000 Southern Finds
Time disappears fast inside a store packed with this much to explore, and this Mississippi Delta country store proves that completely. Southern finds fill every corner, from homemade preserves to handcrafted furniture built without shortcuts. Nothing here feels mass-produced or shipped in from somewhere far away. Regulars plan visits around...
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Moorhead's Yellow Dog Festival celebrates railroad central to the town's history
MOORHEAD, MS - "Where the South meets the Yellow Dog..." Moorhead’s "Yellow Dog Railroad", pivotal to the town, gave rise to the Yellow Dog Festival that they now celebrate every year. "This is a historic site that we celebrate," said Moorhead's mayor, George Holland. "Everything about the history of...