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Consumers Take Notice Due to Inflation, High Gas Prices
By Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson With inflation at its highest levels since 1981 and drivers getting squeezed at the pump by high gas prices, consumers are not just paying more for goods and services, they’re also paying more attention. We see that at the Department of Agriculture and Commerce as our consumer…
Read MoreThree CHS cheerleaders sign with Hinds Community College
Three Clinton High School cheerleaders recently signed letters of intent to cheer at Hinds Community College. Pictured (l to r) are Amber Robinson, Emma Daniel and Kaitlyn Hill.
Read MoreMississippi Blues win GCPL2
By Datti Jinkiri The Mississippi Blues are one of the newest soccer teams in the area. The team plays home games at Clinton High School and consists of high school players, college players and college graduates. The team plays in the Gulf Coast Premier League Second Division (GCPL2). The 2022 season was the Blues’…
Read MoreCoffeeTime: “GOOFBALLS, BULLIES, AND THE REST OF US”
Ever wonder why goofballs walk this earth? You know them, not a serious thought in their head for more than fifty-eight seconds at a time. They believe that life is a playground, and they need to enjoy each and every ride that exists. And taking on a serious role, where they have to act the…
Read MoreCivic Corner: Board of Aldermen Recap – August 2, 2022
By Ricki Garrett, PhD, Alderwoman at Large Our Department Head report at Tuesday’s [July 19] meeting was presented by Phillip Lilley, Director of Public Works. He explained to the Mayor and Board the difficulties he is having hiring enough employees to do the work of the Department. For example, currently, there is one employee…
Read MoreMC, local developer beginning infrastructure for new development
Special to The Clinton Courier The City of Clinton and a local developer are partnering with Mississippi College to transform land between Highway 80 and I-20 into an upscale mixed-use development. An $8 million legislative grant obtained by this public-private partnership will soon lay the groundwork for long-desired mixed-use retail, restaurant, commercial and professional…
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