Monthly Archives: April, 2025

Zeta Phi Beta Hosts First Annual Opal’s Freedom Walk in Clarksdale

Featured ArticlesJune 23, 2025

By: Tom Williams | June 23, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – In a powerful tribute to history, perseverance, and progress, the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority hosted its first annual Opal’s Freedom Walk in Clarksdale. The event honored the...

Clarksdale Boys & Girls Club Hosts First Community Event to Promote Education and Unity

Featured ArticlesJune 20, 2025

By: Tom Williams | June 20, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – The Boys & Girls Club of Clarksdale, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving local youth, recently hosted its first community event, aimed at promoting positive education and...

Coahoma Community College Announces Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Featured ArticlesApril 29, 2025

By Jasalyn K. Lucas | Apr 24, 2025 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — Coahoma Community College proudly announces its Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian: Jeremiah Harris of Carthage, Mississippi,...

Clarksdale’s Own “The Big Boss T.I.P.” DeWayne Anthony Inducted into the 2025 Indy Tri-State Wrestling Federation Hall of Fame

Featured ArticlesApril 29, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 29, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Saturday, April 26, marked a historic moment as Clarksdale, Mississippi’s own DeWayne Anthony, famously known...

3rd Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Parade Brings Hope and Healing to Clarksdale

Featured ArticlesApril 28, 2025

By Tom Williams | April 28, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – On Saturday, Clarksdale residents gathered for the 3rd Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Parade, a powerful...

Clarksdale’s 4th Annual Jericho Walk: A Journey of Hope, Inspiration, and Unity

Featured ArticlesApril 28, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 28, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – The spirit of hope and unity filled the streets of Clarksdale on Sunday evening,...

Celebrating the Backbone of Our District: Administrative Professionals at Clarksdale Municipal School District

Featured ArticlesApril 25, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 25, 2025 Behind every smoothly run school day, important decision, and successful event in the Clarksdale Municipal School District...

Celebrating Excellence: Coahoma Opportunities, Inc. Honors Administrative Professionals Day

Featured ArticlesApril 25, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 25, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – In a heartfelt display of gratitude and recognition, Coahoma Opportunities, Inc. took time this...

Local Business Spotlight of the Week: From Canvas to Concerts – Experience the Magic of Hambone in Clarksdale

Featured StoriesApril 25, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 24, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Since 2005, Hambone Art & Music has brought bold color, sound, and soul to downtown...

Turning History into Stories: The Importance of Investing in Agency

Featured ArticlesApril 24, 2025

By: Kiestin Jackson | April 17, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – I have often found myself being one-of-few Black faces in my educational spaces. Because of those...

Democratic Run-off Election Unofficial Results

Featured StoriesApril 23, 2025

By: CA Staff Writer | April 23, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – In an exciting Democratic run-off election, voters in Clarksdale have chosen their candidates for...

Young Artist on the Rise: Amya Moore Wins First Place at Juke Joint Festival Art Competition

Featured ArticlesApril 23, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 23, 2025 Clarksdale, MS – A new voice in the local art scene is beginning to emerge—bold, passionate, and...

Honoring Our Graduates: Terrance Hodges Sets His Sights on Justice and Community Impact

Featured ArticlesApril 22, 2025

By CA Staff Writer | April 22, 2025 Clarksdale, Mississippi – As communities across Clarksdale and surrounding areas celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2025,...