The Mississippi College Choctaw Marching Band will be marching down Constitution Avenue in the Independence Day Parade in Washington D.C. on July 4, 2026, in celebration of the 250th anniversary of America! The band is raising money for its students to attend through a raffle fundraiser offering participants a chance to win a 5-night trip for two to…

Special to The Clinton Courier The Clinton Public School District (CPSD) is looking to recruit new teachers for the 2026-27 school year. Anyone interested in signing up for the recruitment event can do so by visiting CPSD’s website at ClintonPublicSchools.com and clicking on the “Teacher Fair 2026” option at the top of the home page.…

By Guest Columnist Shiv Patel Walking into my shadowing day felt like stepping into the world that I’ve been talking about for years. I didn’t think I was gonna be nervous, because I want to pursue a career in politics, always debate, and have public speaking skills. I’ve always wanted to pursue a career in…

  The Happy Gardeners Club of Clinton welcomes community members to its upcoming winter meeting. This event is scheduled for Monday, February 23, and promises to be an engaging occasion for gardening enthusiasts and those interested in environmental topics. A highlight of the meeting will be a presentation commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Mississippi…

By Cara Pridemore Threads of Possibility is a new community-based initiative, focused on providing clothing and everyday essentials to people in need throughout Clinton. “Needing support doesn’t always mean someone isn’t trying,” said Threads of Possibility founder Ashley Chrietzberg. “Most people don’t want a handout. They just need a chance to catch their breath.” Currently…

Special to The Clinton Courier AccelerateMS, Mississippi’s lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination, and Hinds Community College recently signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a strategic partnership designed to set a new statewide standard for how Mississippi supports new, expanding and existing industries. The collaboration focuses on addressing critical workforce shortages in the…

  Brick Street Players is bringing London’s longest running play to Clinton with Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, directed by Bradley Freeny. The play follows the snowed-in guests and staff of the guesthouse Monkswell Manor, and one of them is a murderer! Put on your detective hats and see if you can figure out who is to blame!…

By Randy Bell Clinton’s new pickleball complex owes its existence to money generated by a restaurant tax voters approved in 2022, and Mayor Will Purdie points out that it’s not the only parks and recreation project that’s been financed with that tax revenue. “The two per cent special restaurant tax is solely responsible for many…

By Guest Columnist Cindy McQueen Roses are red, Violets are blue, Eat more greens, And protein too.   Valentine’s Day often comes with an all-or-nothing mindset around food. Fancy dinners, rich desserts and the idea that nutrition goals need to be put on hold “just for the night.” But enjoying a Valentine’s date doesn’t have…

Special to The Clinton Courier Kenneth Wayne Richey was known to friends and colleagues as “Richey” and to students as Mr. Richey, but for forty-one years, everyone knew him as the math teacher, Math Counts coach and sponsor (and many of his Math Counts teams won numerous competitions), and later counselor at Clinton Junior High…

By Susie A. Wolfe Mississippi’s Center for Violence Prevention (MCVP) is now in its thirty-fifth year working on behalf of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or human trafficking. Each year since 2011, the Center has presented Angel Awards to people who have gone above and beyond to meet the primary goals of the agency:…

The Clinton Courier Steve and Beverly Buckley, “after many wonderful years of serving Clinton and surrounding communities,” have announced their retirement and the transition of ownership of Clinton Printwear and Trophies. “We are deeply grateful to our loyal customers, friends and neighbors for your trust, support and patronage over the years,” said the Buckleys. “It…

The Clinton Courier The ever-popular chocolate-tasting tour, Main Street Clinton’s Chocolate Walk, is back for its third year on Saturday, February 7. For $10, ticket-holders can enjoy a day of treats, special discounts and a keepsake tote. Tickets, which are limited, are now on sale, and organizers point out that last year’s tour sold out.…

Robert Chapman The Clinton Public School District’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved the proposed calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The Clinton Public School District will enter its fourth year following a modified calendar aimed at implementing strategic periods through the academic year to allow for focused academic review and student enrichment. With the adoption…

Special to The Clinton Courier The Mississippi Association for Gifted Children (MAGC) recently sponsored “Gifted Day at the Capitol.” Gifted students in ACCENT classes at Lovett and Eastside elementary schools attended. Twenty-one fourth-grade ACCENT students from Eastside Elementary School, along with teachers Carley Marett and Toni Stubbs, attended and went on a tour of the…

Special to The Clinton Courier Next Step Innovations (NSI) of Clinton recently announced that it has secured a position on the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) highly-competitive Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) multiple-award contract vehicle, which carries a maximum ceiling of $151 billion. The SHIELD contract is a key procurement vehicle designed to accelerate…

By District 56 Representative Clay Mansell The fourth week of the 2026 Regular Session has concluded. Committee work and floor action on a range of health care and insurance-related legislation have been a major focus, with more than fifteen House committees meeting this past week to consider bills. The State of the State Address will…

By Randy Bell A new, taller and wider bridge over Bogue Chitto Creek is set to open this spring as crews finish up the $3.9 million project on Pinehaven Drive near the northern city limits. “The bridge is essentially complete,” says Consulting City Engineer Bill Owen, who notes that workers will be pouring concrete rails,…

By Randy Bell Clinton fared relatively well during a major ice storm which knocked out power to about 180,000 Mississippians and left roads iced over in the northern part of the state and the Delta January 25. The freezing rain and sleet produced some slippery spots on city streets, and falling trees and limbs led…

By: Tommie Hart   Cholangiocarcinoma, or bile duct cancer, is one of the most challenging and under-recognized cancers, with limited treatment options and a grim prognosis for many patients. Despite its rarity, the need for awareness and focused research is immense, as early detection and innovative therapies can make a life-saving difference. With February being…

Special to The Clinton Courier The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) is seeking applications from high school sophomores to serve as the new high school junior student representative on the SBE for the 2026-27 school year. The application deadline is January 30, 2026. Now in its eighth year, the Student Representatives of the Mississippi…

By Randy Bell The City has decided it needs expert advice on how to spruce up the areas around some of Clinton’s welcome signs and recommendations on landscaping in other parts of the city. The Board of Aldermen has hired WAS Design, Inc. of Jackson to come up with “concept gateway designs” and other ideas…

By Randy Bell Clinton’s Board of Aldermen doesn’t have a lot of money to work with this year as it tries to tackle the city’s drainage problems. Only $300,000 was set aside in the City budget to deal with flooding issues. While the Board and Mayor Will Purdie agree that amount is not anywhere close…

  Mississippi College was formally recognized by leaders of the Mississippi State Legislature during a special Day at the Capitol in Jackson on Jan. 22 as part of the University’s 2026 Founders Week, marking the beginning of a yearlong Bicentennial celebration. The Mississippi Senate and House of Representatives each honored MC for its 200 years…