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  A group of community members gathered in front of City Hall on Tuesday, April 7, to pray over the city, lifting up its leaders, government, schools and institutions. Organizers say that, united in faith, they came together to seek guidance, wisdom and unity for the Clinton community, standing in the gap and believing for…

By Randy Bell Clinton plans to spend $1 million this year to pave almost four miles of streets. The Board of Aldermen voted to advertise for bids at its meeting April 7. But the price of oil may determine how much asphalt is actually put down. The material is a by-product of the crude oil…

By Sherry Lucas By popular demand, the Bow Tie Dance Band returns in Clinton’s Spring Concert Series at Lions Club Park, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, April 25, enlivening the second installment in the series with a fun mix of covers from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s, up through current hits. Gena Steele (vocals and guitar), Eddie…

  Undergraduate and graduate students from a wide range of academic disciplines at Mississippi College will share their original research during Research Week 2026, scheduled from April 21 to 24 on the Clinton campus. Christian Pinnen, MC professor of history and political science, said about 130 MC students will present posters and papers describing projects…

By Sherry Lucas Dinner and a Movie, on Friday, April 24, in Olde Towne Clinton, hits a homer with its second installment in the spring series — the family sports fantasy-comedy Angels in the Outfield. The free outdoor movie, a Main Street Clinton event, presents a prime reason to gather and enjoy the weather, company…

By Sherry Lucas Smart kids and great ideas come together for the Main Street Clinton Children’s Business Fair each year in Clinton, and registration is now open to get plans on the books for the 2026 edition. The fair is 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 9, on Jefferson Street, alongside the Main Street Clinton…

Clinton Junior High School recently named Mrs. Kimple as Teacher of the Month. School officials say she has consistently demonstrated excellence in the classroom through her dedication, creativity and strong commitment to student success.   They also note that she fosters a positive and engaging learning environment where all students feel supported and challenged to…

By Randy Bell The two per cent restaurant tax that’s generated money for a pickleball complex, a playground and other parks and recreation improvements in Clinton will be up for reauthorization on June 9 after the Board of Aldermen officially set the date for the referendum and made arrangements for vendors to help the City…

By Randy Bell Clinton’s Philip Gunn has become the second Republican officially in the race for governor. The former Speaker of the House announced his candidacy April 14, saying Mississippi needs a “battle-tested” governor who has a track record of accomplishments.   “All the things we did to move Mississippi forward, all the things that…

Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) is partnering with Walmart, Inc. throughout the month of April to help raise awareness and increase blood donations as inventory levels remain low across the nation.    Ten Walmart locations across Central Mississippi will host blood drives as part of the “Roll Up Your Sleeve” campaign, encouraging community members to donate…

Several Clinton High School graduates recently matched to medical residencies.  

By Randy Bell In his State of the City address, Mayor Will Purdie promised that Clinton will build on recent successes “by continuing to invest in infrastructure, enhancing quality of life for our residents and strengthening city services.”   In a six-minute video posted on the City’s Facebook page March 17, Purdie talked about some…

Special to The Clinton Courier Nicholis Washington Jr., a student at Clinton Park Elementary, is making a name for himself in the rodeo world.   Washington recently earned second place for Best Kid Rider and competed in the Mutton Bustin’ competition at the 16th Annual Black Rodeo in Philadelphia.   Washington is the son of…

Special to The Clinton Courier Kacey K. Gladney of Clinton (center) was recently honored by local VFW Post 3685 for an essay submitted to the Patriots Pen and Voice of Democracy awards.   Each year, students from the area are asked to submit essays focused on their thoughts on patriotism and democracy. Winners received a…

Special to The Clinton Courier   The City of Clinton’s annual Spring Citywide Cleanup will take place April 25 through May 2, closed Sunday, April 26.   During the cleanup period, the City of Clinton will have dumpsters available for residents at the old Northside Elementary School, located at 1111 Old Vicksburg Road.   Hours…

Sumner Hill Junior High School, the Clinton Public School District’s ninth-grade school, recently named Suzanne Hoffmann and Emily Fortenberry as the second quarter VIP students.   VIP students are the two students who achieved the highest averages of their entire class for the quarter.   Each student selected a teacher they feel has positively impacted…

JACKSON, Miss. – Today, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced the 2026 Mississippi Administrator of the Year is Dr. Matthew Fulton, principal at Sumner Hill Junior High School in the Clinton Public School District, and the 2026 Mississippi Teacher of the Year is Lauren Zarandona, a teacher at Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science.…

Special to The Clinton Courier London McKenzie, a senior at Clinton High School, has been named the first-place winner of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Mississippi’s 2025–26 Voice of Democracy Scholarship Contest. As the top recipient for Mississippi, McKenzie will receive a $3,000 scholarship to support continued educational pursuits. In addition to this…

Special to The Clinton Courier   Clinton High School’s Career Center Technology Student Association (TSA) recently returned from State Competition.  The TSA members competed in events, ranging from audio podcasting to Webmaster.  While not every student won, they all gained valuable experience and met peers from across the state of Mississippi. “I am so proud…

Special to The Clinton Courier Revell Outdoor Power has announced the launch of a special community fundraising initiative aimed at supporting breast cancer patients in Central Mississippi. The company is raffling a limited‑edition “Pink Warrior” Scag Patriot mower, with one hundred percent of the proceeds benefiting patients staying at the Gertrude C. Ford Hope Lodge…

By District 56 Representative Clay Mansell The 13th and final week of the session has concluded, bringing the 2026 Regular Session to a close. The Mississippi House of Representatives adjourned on Friday, April 3. Lawmakers finalized conference reports, adopted the state budget, and completed action on key legislation before adjournment. During these final weeks, the…

A small business is bringing energy, economic impact, and community connection to the Pearl community. Vintage Market Days® of Mississippi, owned and operated by past Rankin County residents Chris and Jana Fuss, returns to Pearl April 17 – 19, 2026, at the Clyde Muse Center with a three-day, vintage-inspired community market that supports small businesses and…

By Jill Sanchez A small group of fountain pen enthusiasts is beginning to take shape in Clinton, where monthly meetups are bringing together people who share their interests in handwriting, ink and classic writing tools.   Club founder Richard Walters started the gathering earlier this year to connect people who enjoy fountain pens and share…