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By CCC Staff | Nov 11, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi– The CCC Choir is honored to announce its participation in the 100 Days World Cultural Festival, a global celebration of art, faith, and unity taking place in Karnataka, India....

Clarksdale High Launches First-Ever Anime Club Bridging Mississippi and Japan Through Culture and Art

By: Raquel Williams | November 13, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Meet Clarksdale High School’s first-ever Anime Club. The advisor is second-year English teacher Jessica Manrriquez, affectionately known by her students as Ms. Jess. A native of Cleveland, Mississippi,...

“Clarksdale Native Marvin Reddick Publishes The Real Blues, A Deep Dive Into the People, Culture, and History Behind the Music”

By: Cynthia J. Golden | November 12, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Earlier this year, author Marvin Reddick, a 1985 Clarksdale High School graduate and retired police officer, published his latest book, The Real Blues, a compelling...

“Honoring the Brave: Veterans Day 2025 Celebrates Service and Sacrifice Across the Nation”

By CA Staff Writer | November 11, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Today, communities across the nation pause to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day is more...

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14th Annual “Ring the Bell for Cancer” Walk Honors Vera Fair Trotter

By: Tom Williams | October 27, 2024 Clarksdale, MS – October 25, 2025 — The community of Friars Point came together Saturday for the 14th...

Coahoma Community College to Host Phi Theta Kappa Fall 2025 Induction Ceremony Featuring Mayor Orlando W. Paden as Guest Speaker

By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Oct 23, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) – Coahoma Community College is pleased to announce the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Fall 2025 Induction Ceremony, scheduled...

Crossroads Economic Partnership Celebrates Community Excellence at Annual Banquet

By: Tom Williams | October 24, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — On October 22nd, the Crossroads Economic Partnership hosted its annual banquet at The Pinnacle, honoring...

Professor Jeremy Pittman to Lead Intergenerational Leadership Session at Mississippi Statewide Environmental Justice Summit

By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Oct 22, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) Professor Jeremy Pittman will serve as a featured guest speaker at the Mississippi Citizens United for...

Annual Fall Festival and Breast Cancer Awareness Walk Brings Community Together in Jonestown

By: Tom Williams | October 21, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — The spirit of unity and hope filled the air this past Saturday as Supervisor Darrell...

“From F to B: Principal Tyinika Shaw’s Faith and Leadership Transform Coahoma County High School”

By: Tom Williams | October 20, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Coahoma County High School Principal Tyinika Shaw is celebrating her third year of leadership, and...

“Clarksdale’s Got Talent: Tell Us About Your Favorite Hidden Spot in Town!”

By: CA Staff Writer | October 17, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — Known far and wide as the Home of the Blues, Clarksdale is a small...

Riverside Hotel and Civil Rights Museum Celebrates Grand Reopening in Clarksdale

By: Tom Williams | October 16, 2025 Clarksdale, Miss. – The historic Riverside Hotel and Civil Rights Museum has officially reopened its doors, marking a...

“Clarksdale Unites to Break the Silence: Community Observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month”

By: CA Staff Writer | October 14, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Each October, communities across the nation unite to raise awareness about domestic violence, support...

Monica M. Tompkins Elected to Serve Second Term on the Mississippi-Louisiana Advisory Board of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society

By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Oct 7, 2025 Mrs.Monica M. Tompkins has been elected to serve a second term on the Mississippi-Louisiana Advisory Board of Phi...

Local Business Spotlight of the Week: Mrs. Reid’s Drink Shack — Refreshing Clarksdale with Lotus Plant Power

By: CA Staff Writer | October 10, 2025 Clarksdale, MS — If you’re looking for a drink that’s as colorful, creative, and revitalizing as the...

Institute CEO presents at Statewide Maternal Health Convening Conference

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health (Jackson, MS) October 9, 2025 — Dr. Sandra Melvin, CEO and Founding President...

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