Author: Clarksdale Advocate

Turkey Bowl Tradition Transforms into the Holiday Football League

Featured ArticlesDecember 2, 2024

By: Tom Williams | Dec 2, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - For over eight years, the Turkey Bowl has been a cherished tradition in our community,...

Christmas Cheer at Clarksdale City Hall

Featured ArticlesDecember 2, 2024

By: Tom Williams | Dec 2, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi—The holiday spirit was alive and thriving yesterday at the annual Christmas at City Hall celebration, which...

Spotlight on Clarksdale: Celebrating Local Businesses and Choosing the Next Star!

Featured StoriesNovember 29, 2024

By: CA Staff Writer | Nov 29, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - Clarksdale, Mississippi, is a city rich in history, culture, and undeniable charm. Known worldwide...

Celebrating the Life of Vera Fair-Trotter: A Candlelight Service of Love and Legacy

Featured StoriesNovember 27, 2024

By: Tom Williams | Nov 27, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - The Coahoma County High School family came together in a heartfelt candlelight service to honor...

Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Proposes Campus Navigation Enhancements at Coahoma Community College

Featured ArticlesNovember 26, 2024

By Alexus Hunter | Nov 22, 2024 (Clarksdale, Mississippi) — On November 13, 2024, officers of the Alpha Omicron Phi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)...

Century Funeral Home Deals Up Fun with Community Spades Tournament for 100th Anniversary Celebration

Featured ArticlesNovember 25, 2024

By: CA Staff Writer | Nov 25, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - This year, Century Funeral Home marked its 100th anniversary with a series of themed...

Milestone Turkey Giveaway: A Community Tradition of Giving

Featured ArticlesNovember 25, 2024

By: Tom Williams | Nov 25, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - This year marked the 7th Annual Milestone Turkey Giveaway, a cherished tradition that continues to...

Elton Jenkins and JT Gray Host 4th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

Featured ArticlesNovember 25, 2024

By: Tom Williams | Nov 25, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - On November 23, the Clarksdale community came together to celebrate generosity and unity at the...

Coahoma Community College’s Geoffrey Latham Honored as 2024 MAEA Higher Education Art Educator of the Year

Featured ArticlesNovember 22, 2024

By Jasalyn K. Lucas | Nov 22, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi – Coahoma Community College (CCC) proudly announces that Geoffrey Latham, Art Program Coordinator and Instructor, has...

Local Business Spotlight of the Week: Milestone LLC – Providing Around-the-Clock Mental Health Support

Featured StoriesNovember 22, 2024

By: CA Staff Writer | Nov 22, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - This week, we shine a spotlight on Milestone LLC, a local business making an...

Countdown to Thanksgiving: Tips for a Memorable and Festive Celebration!

Featured ArticlesNovember 21, 2024

By: CA Staff Writer | Nov 21, 2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi - Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and households across the country are preparing for...