Area News

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) introduces “The Extra Mile” podcast. This podcast is aimed at taking Mississippi’s traveling public behind the scenes of transportation infrastructure in the state.

Psalm 127:3 says “Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him.” Whether you have children or not, caring for the youth in our community is something that we should all do.

The Honors program at Hinds Community College’s Raymond Campus recently held their commencement ceremonies.

Kelvon Johnson, senior at Canton Academy, recently signed a baseball scholarship with Hinds Community College.

The Madison County Business League and Foundation (MCBL&F) Young Professionals hosted a professional development forum luncheon on Wednesday, May 5, at Georgia Blue in Madison.  The keynote speaker was Candie Simmons, SVP and Geography Marketing Strategist for Regions Bank.  The title of her presentation was “Developing Your Personal Brand.”

For the past seventeen years, Zane Hodge has taught English, film, and Bible for Mississippi Delta Community College. When he is not teaching, or ministering at the Centerville Baptist Church, he can be found swimming laps, running the streets of Greenwood or lifting weights in his backyard gym. 

The Madison County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution proclaiming May 9-14, 2021, as Madison County Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, which led to many wanting to show their love and appreciation to local officers.

Any Mississippi youth aged 14 to 26 years old who has spent at least one day in foster care after their 14th birthday is eligible for federal COVID Pandemic Assistance Funds available now through the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services.

The buzz around town is that hiring help is a bigger issue now than during the pandemic last year.  I am seeing help wanted signs at Walmart, Tractor Supply and at most restaurants.  Deborah Martin, President with Service Specialist, Ltd said that she has approximately 100 jobs for which she hasn’t been able to find an employee match.  Restaurants report challenges in hiring waitstaff and kitchen help. 

Cameron Glass, NCAA decorated swimmer, stood before the Canton Board of Alderman with trophies and pride but took none of the glory. He wanted to make sure his coach, Coach James Wash, was recognized for the influence on his life.