Delta News
New ‘Super Chikan’ documentary takes viewers into the life of a modern Delta bluesman
By: Jim Beaugez, Magnolia Tribune When Canadian musician and filmmaker Mark Rankin brought 74-year-old Clarksdale bluesman James “Super Chikan” Johnson to Vancouver, Canada, to play a...
Greenwood Leflore Hospital selected for Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program
By: Magnolia Mornings, Magnolia Tribune Second District Congressman Bennie Thompson (D) announced Wednesday (April 23) that Greenwood Leflore Hospital has been selected to participate...
State Rep. Paden wins Democratic nomination for Clarksdale mayor
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune State Representative Orlando Paden won the Democratic Primary runoff on Tuesday in the race to be the next Mayor of Clarksdale. Incumbent Mayor Chuck...
Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Announces New Board Officers and Welcomes Four New Board Members
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi has elected its 2025 Board Chair and officers, welcoming four new Board members representing DeSoto and Coahoma Counties. Billy Myers, an...
Delta Music Institute rocks the 22nd annual Juke Joint Festival
Students from Delta State University's Delta Music Institute (DMI) once again delivered a standout performance behind the scenes at the 22nd annual Juke Joint Festival in Clarksdale recently,...
Delta State University receives donation from Boeing to support Commercial Aviation Program
Delta State University proudly announces a major contribution from Boeing in support of its distinguished Commercial Aviation Program. This investment marks a significant milestone in the...