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By: Yasmine Malone | April 15, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – On Sunday, April 13, 2025, as the Juke Joint Festival drew to a close, Clarksdalians and tourists soaked in the final moments of celebration while vendors began wrapping...

Renesha Mathis Wins “Best of Show” at 2025 Juke Joint Festival Art Exhibit

By: CA Staff Writer | April 15, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Clarksdale, MS – A remarkable piece of artwork has captured the spirit of the Mississippi Delta and earned top honors at this year’s Juke Joint Festival. Renesha...

The Phi Theta Kappa Chapter at CCC Earns Top Honors at Regional Awards Gala

By Jasalyn K. Lucas | Apr 7, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — The Alpha Omicron Pi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) received multiple prestigious honors at the Spring 2025 MS/LA Regional Awards Gala, held at the University of...

Clarksdale Gears Up for the 22nd Annual Juke Joint Festival: A Delta Celebration Like No Other

By: CA Staff Writer | April 9, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – From April 10 to 13, 2025, the heart of the Mississippi Delta will come alive with the soulful sounds of blues, the vibrant colors of community, and...

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From Vision to Victory: But God Ministries Transforms Jonestown with Premier Ballpark

By: Tom Williams | March 24, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Cheers erupted and cameras flashed as But God Ministries celebrated the grand opening of a brand-new,...

Local Business Spotlight of the Week: Delta Flavor Legend: Hicks’ World Famous Tamales Still Reigns Supreme!

By: CA Staff Writer | March 21, 2025 Clarksdale, MS - When it comes to unforgettable flavor and deep-rooted community pride, few places represent Clarksdale...

Clarksdale Mayoral Race Heats Up: Candidates Face Off in Lively Community Forum Ahead of April 1 Election!

By: CA Sttaff Writer | March 21, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – On March 20, 2025, Clarksdale residents gathered for the "Meet the Candidates" forum, an event...

Washington, D.C. Removes Iconic Black Lives Matter Mural Amid Political Pressure

By: CA Staff Writer | March 20, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi - According to Voice of America, the District of Columbia began dismantling the prominent...

Coahoma Community College to Host President Valmadge T. Towner Community & Career Fair

By Jasalyn K. Lucas | Mar 19, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) – Coahoma Community College (CCC) is excited to announce the upcoming President Dr. Valmadge T....

Gregory Neely III and Rhasheeda Walker Achieve Prestigious Honors in the 2025 All-Mississippi Academic Team

By Dr. Alexus Hunter | Mar 18, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College is thrilled to announce that two of its exemplary students, Gregory...

Free Blood Pressure Screenings held at Cleveland, MS Barbershop

By: The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health | March 18, 2025 Jackson, MS (March 17, 2024) – The Institute for the Advancement of...

Severe Storms and Tornadoes Devastate Mississippi and Surrounding States

By: CA Staff Writer | March 17, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Mississippi was struck by a devastating tornado outbreak over the weekend as part of a...

St. Patrick’s Day: A Celebration of Irish Heritage and Tradition

By: CA Staff Writer | March 17, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Every year on March 17th, people around the world don their finest green attire, attend...

Local Business Spotlight of the Week: Meraki Roasting Company – Brewing Coffee and Opportunities for Youth

By CS Staff Writer | March 14, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – This week, The Clarksdale Advocate proudly features Meraki Roasting Company as the Local Business...

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Know the Risks, Get Screened, and Take Action

By: CA Staff Writer | March 14, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of...

Feds Demand Mississippi Repay $101 Million in Misspent Welfare Funds

By CA Staff Writer | March 13, 2025 Clarksdale, Ms - The federal government is demanding that Mississippi repay nearly $101 million in welfare funds...

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