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CoffeeTime: THROW IT BEHIND YOU

Lost terribly at the family game of cards? Tear up that score card and put it out of your mind. A silly little board game is not worth thinking about and ruining your day. But you know that. Or you should.   Your fiancé lets you know that after thinking about your relationship, you just…

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How to Pre-Check Your Heating System Before the First Freeze

Cold winter weather can arrive unexpectedly and cause major problems for unprepared homeowners. Checking your heating equipment before freezing temperatures hit protects your property from severe structural damage. A few basic preventative measures keep your living spaces warm and comfortable during the coldest months of the year. Taking time to look over your setup now…

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Understanding Asset Finance and Chattel Mortgages: A Practical Option for Australian Businesses

In today’s challenging economic environment, many Australian small business owners, tradies, farmers, and fleet operators are looking for smarter ways to finance vehicles, equipment, and other essential assets without draining their working capital. One of the most popular and tax-effective solutions is asset finance — particularly through a chattel mortgage. What is Asset Finance? Asset finance allows you…

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Lady Arrows sign to play college ball

Aria Jones (left) and Grace Eatmon (right) each recently signed national letters of intent to continue their basketball careers at the collegiate level.   Jones joins Southwest Mississippi Community College, while Eatmon committed to Northwest Mississippi Community College.

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Schoggen earns Raytheon summer internship

Special to The Clinton Courier Clinton High School senior Murphy Schoggen was recently selected to participate in the competitive Raytheon summer internship program in Forest, Mississippi.   More than eighty students applied for the internship, but only twenty-two were selected.   “Murphy and the other interns are going to experience all components of the engineering…

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Clinton athletic teams shine in classroom

Special to The Clinton Courier Clinton High School athletic teams continued to show dedication not only in competition, but also inside the classroom during the 2025-26 academic year.   All twenty-six Clinton varsity sports teams achieved a cumulative grade-point average of three point zero or higher and were recognized by the Mississippi High School Activities…

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The Downsides of Living in an HOA Community

Buying a home inside a homeowners’ association community can seem appealing at first glance. The streets often look clean, the landscaping stays polished, and shared amenities usually appear well-maintained. Many buyers feel attracted to the organized atmosphere and promise of neighborhood consistency.  The National Association of REALTORS reports that about 75.5 million Americans live in…

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5 Electrical Contractors Known for Reliable Business Installations

Electrical installations are not something most businesses can afford to get wrong. Whether you are fitting out a retail space, upgrading commercial lighting, expanding an industrial site, or planning a full electrical build-out, the contractor you choose can have a direct impact on safety, downtime, operating costs, and long-term reliability. The best electrical contractors do…

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How Local Businesses in Clinton Can Gain Visibility Through Local Media

A strong reputation among neighbors is no longer sufficient for a local business to thrive in today’s market. This was the consensus among experts during a marketing discussion held recently in Clinton. Many local businesses — electricians, bakeries, cleaning services — face the same frustration: they offer excellent work but lose customers to out-of-town competitors…

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Southern Miss Sport Management Partners with The Legacy League

Southern Miss Sport Management students in spring 2026 SM 642 Sport Venue and Event Management class recently partnered with The Legacy League Project. The Legacy League will make its inaugural debut this summer in Jackson, MS. It is a summer league at Smith-Willis Stadium developing college students on and off the field—led by former pros…

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Wisdom of Clinton graduates NFPA Class 219

Firefighter Nathan Wisdom of the Clinton Fire Department recently graduated Class 219 from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1010 Firefighter I-II course held at the Mississippi State Fire Academy in Jackson.   The intense seven-week course combines online, classroom and hands-on instruction in the areas of fire behavior, fire suppression, rescue, incident command, hazardous…

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Mummert recognized for milestone number of blood donations

Special to The Clinton Courier Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) recently recognized longtime donor Kent Mummert of Clinton, who reached an extraordinary milestone on April 29, 2026 – his 802nd platelet donation, equating to more than one hundred gallons of blood products donated over the course of his lifetime.   Mummert began donating as a freshman…

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CFD to get more paramedics

By Randy Bell It’s been a struggle for the Clinton Fire Department (CFD) to meet its goal of having a paramedic on duty for each shift at all four fire stations.  That would mean having at least twelve medics, and CFD currently has only four following the recent retirement of two veteran firefighters, both of…

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6 Misunderstandings About Eligibility That Delay Immigration Decisions

Paperwork feels complete long before a decision ever arrives, and that gap creates more confusion than most people expect.  Many applications slow down not because something is missing, but because eligibility was misunderstood from the start. People often wait, adjust, or second-guess based on ideas that are not fully accurate. Even with guidance from trusted…

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The Top 5 Employment Contract Issues That Require You to Speak with an Employment Lawyer

Employment contracts are often a critical part of a worker’s professional journey. They define key aspects of the employer-employee relationship, from salary and benefits to job responsibilities and termination procedures. However, some clauses in these contracts can cause significant challenges if disputes arise. In these cases, it’s essential to speak with an employment lawyer who…

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How Highway Accidents in Tulsa, OK Can Disrupt Everyday Life

Tulsa highways rarely slow down for long. Traffic keeps moving across busy roads filled with commercial trucks, fast lane changes, crowded exits, and drivers trying to reach work or home before traffic grows worse. A serious highway crash can interrupt normal life far beyond the damaged vehicles left on the road. Routines suddenly change, stress…

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Hinds inducts new PTK members

Hinds Community College’s Raymond Campus recently inducted new members of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. PTK inductees from Hinds and Copiah counties include (l to r), Front row: Amos Clinton of Clinton, Rihanna Haines of Crystal Springs, Lakiyah Sutton of Clinton, Autumn Johnson of Clinton, Caniya Milton of Crystal Springs, Aidan Lamar Bishop…

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