A Possible Revitalization Plans in the Works to Re-open the Former Harrah’s Casino
By Becky Gillette • Photography by Austin Britt A ghost town could once again be a thriving center for jobs and entertainment if plans proceed to re-open the Harrah’s Casino Tunica, formerly known as the Grand Casino Tunica. It is a 2,200-acre property that once housed three hotels, several restaurants, a 2,500-seat event center, a […]
Peyton Potter – Third Generation Farmer
By mark stowers • Photography by Roy Meeks Peyton Potter was born into farming in Washington County and he’s the third generation to toil the Delta area acreage that that continues to provide for his family. Growing up on his dad and grandfather’s farm, the forty year-old Potter followed along in the path they made […]
Numerous Projects in the Works in Downtown Clarksdale
By Randall Haley Photography by Austin Britt Clarksdale’s downtown revitalization is under way, and plans including multiple new venues have built a plethora of high hopes. Soon to be home to Hooker Grocery and Eatery, the town’s first hostel, Auberge Clarksdale, and the Travelers Hotel, Clarksdale’s glory days may still be ahead. Eric Meier, from […]
One Foot in Front of the other- Smith steps into the shoe spotlight
By Aimee Robinette • Photography by Rory Doyle Mary Beth Smith of Cleveland has always had an interest in design. Today, she has parlayed that love into a new career, proving that it’s never too late to follow your passions. “About ten years ago, I was attending an apparel market with a friend, where I […]
Opening of Last Leg of I-269 – Will revolutionize travel and commerce in the region
By Becky Gillette It is hard to overstate the importance of the 1-269 corridor scheduled to open in October in Northwest Mississippi and part of Tennessee. The interstate that will bypass congested Memphis will connect 1-55 to 1-22 and 1-72. That will not only save time and fuel for travelers, but be a huge boon […]
Two MVSU officers complete police academy
Two Mississippi Valley State University officers are now ready to protect and serve after successfully completing the Law Enforcement Training Academy at Mississippi Delta Community College. Officers Svante’ Brown of Greenwood and Henry Manuel, Jr. of Moorhead were among 24 cadets to graduate from the Academy Aug. 2 in Moorhead. “Both of these young men […]
Delta Regional Medical Center Adds New Screening to Save Lives
Each year, over 212,000 people are diagnosed with lung cancer and 155,000 will die which is more than breast, colon and prostate cancers combined. The Delta Regional Medical Center team is working diligently to lower negative outcomes by offering a Low-Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Cancer Screening. LDCT is recommended for adult’s age 55 to 77 […]
Wonderlust- A Travel Dot Com That Offers Much More Than Just a Destination
By Angela Rogalski The online publication Wonderlust seems to take a print approach to digital. And why wouldn’t it? The founder and editor in chief of the site, Bob Guccione, Jr. knows a thing or two about print magazines. From Spin to Gear, Guccione, Jr. has a rich heritage with ink on paper and his […]
Regulations and Fuel Costs are Challenges- Moving Drivers into More Technology is Key
By Mark H. Stowers Trucks need to be moving from point A to point B at the least amount of cost in the shortest period of time. Technology and regulations are not always aimed at that end though. Today’s truck driver and trucking companies face a litany of regulations they have to maintain on and […]
Flint’s Hardware- Serving the Community for 129 Years
By Angela Rogalski • Photography by Timothy Ivy It’s quite amazing that a small Delta business could make it 20 years, but 129? Flint and Son, better known as Flint’s Hardware, celebrates being a thriving business since 1889, when C.H. Flint saw a golden opportunity in Batesville. To put the business’ longevity into the right […]