Special to The Clinton Courier  Mississippi College professor Robert Perkins, a Clinton resident, teaches a class on faith, ethics and the business world. It’s among the cornerstones of the curriculum for MC students at the School of Business each year. Given his insights about the topic, it wasn’t a big leap for the Mississippian to…

By Katherine R. Dougan Siemens Energy recently announced plans to open a 60,000 square-foot distribution center and logistics operations center in Clinton’s Industrial Park. Siemens Energy is a recent spin-off of Germany-based Siemens AG, a company that employed 91,000 as of March 2020 and reported revenues of more than $33 billion.  “We are looking forward…

            Gov. Tate Reeves on Wednesday, Oct. 14, appointed Hinds County Court Judge Carlyn M. Hicks to a term extending through Jan. 3, 2022.             Judge Hicks has served by temporary appointment of Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Randolph since July 14. The Chief Justice issued a temporary appointment order on July 9 and swore…

The open enrollment period for Medicare runs from October 15, 2020 through December 7, 2020. Seniors have the chance to update Medicare health or prescription coverage during this time. While the Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) does not regulate Advantage Plans, MID is available to answer questions if you have concerns or are confused by the…

By Andy Kanengiser Clinton High School leaders say they are thrilled to be granted a charter of one of America’s premier honor societies. What makes it such a noteworthy achievement to gain a Phi Theta Kappa chapter is that the distinction puts Clinton High in rare academic company. CHS will be the first high school…

By Taylor McKay Hathorn Hundreds of years ago, pirates sailed on the waterway that gave Lynn Porter the inspiration for her first book, Discover the Pearl. “Pirates went up and down the Pearl River,” Porter said. “They’d stay in Honey Island Swamp, and they would attack merchant ships traveling from Jackson to New Orleans.” This…

Special to The Clinton Courier The Clinton Chamber, along with City leaders and community members, recently gathered for the annual Public Service Appreciation Luncheon to honor the city Fireman, Employee and Policeman of the Year. This year’s celebration recognized Clinton’s exceptional public servants and awarded each of the three honorees with a bag full of…

By Katherine R. Dougan Two new businesses were recently approved to open in Clinton, both locally-owned, one a nail salon and spa transplant from Rankin county, the other a sister restaurant to a current Clinton establishment. Aficionados of Mexican cuisine in Clinton now have a choice of two restaurants serving the same great food, with…

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is encouraging Mississippians to take part in the ‘Great ShakeOut’ earthquake drill Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 10:15 AM. During the self-led drill, participants will practice the three essential actions to take during an earthquake, which are to: DROP to the ground. Take COVER under a sturdy table or…

The Junior Auxiliary of Clinton will begin their annual Angel Tree project in November, which benefits children within the Clinton Public School District. The service organization partners with the Clinton Community Christian Corporation (4C’s) to identify families in need who are currently facing challenges and may need assistance in making Christmas memories for their children.…

The polls are officially open for today’s September 22nd special election runoff for Senate District 15, Senate District 39, House District 37 and House District 66. While polling places close at 7 p.m., any voter in line at 7 p.m. is entitled to cast a ballot. Eligible voters include those in Choctaw, Clay, Copiah, Hinds, Lawrence, Lincoln,…

Commissioner Andy Gipson announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is currently offering a cost-share program for Mississippi organic producers and handlers receiving certification or continuation of certification by a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) accredited certifying agent. “This is a great opportunity for farmers that have received the USDA Organic…

  MCares Emergency Funds Help MC Students This fall, MCares funds continue to serve Mississippi College students hard-pressed to pay school bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. President Blake Thompson, earlier this year, announced the emergency fund’s creation. Dr. Thompson and other leaders of the Christian university encouraged alumni and other supporters to donate to the…

The Clinton Public School District is reporting two students in the district have tested positive for COVID-19. One student at Northside and one at Lovett make up the reported positive cases. School administrators have contacted parents of students in the classes who have been affected. These cases are CPSD’s eighteenth and nineteenth positive cases since…

  Mississippi College’s Spring Break 2021 is canceled as another step to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, MC officials announced Friday. It’s among the highlights of the new Spring semester calendar that is designed to keep the MC community safe. Spring classes will begin on January 19. Easter holidays are set for April 2-5. Members…

The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending flexibilities to allow free meals to continue to be available to all children throughout the entire 2020-2021 school year. This unprecedented move is part of USDA’s unwavering commitment to ensuring all children across America have access to nutritious food as…

Mississippi travelers may have already seen the eye-catching 18-wheeler cruising along the interstates and highways of the Magnolia State. What they may not know is that the specially designed commemorative hauler is carrying the first shipments from Continental Tire in Clinton to Southern Tire Mart  locations throughout the state. Continental ensured that Southern Tire Mart…

The Clinton Therapeutic Recreation Department recently announced it will host several upcoming events for Challenger League participants this fall. October 12 is S.T.E.M day, with activities starting at 6 p.m. The activities will work both hands and brains. October 19 at 6 p.m. is the second annual virtual game day. This will once again be through Zoom.…

Growth in the programs and activities at Clinton Parks and Recreation literally has the department splitting at the seams, which in this case is a very good thing, Parks and Recreation Department Director Adam Wade explains. “In the last year, the Parks and Recreation Department has taken on the responsibility of two additional parks, Lion’s…

A dual purpose to help and to honor healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients and also to support local restaurants facing business challenges has become a special outreach mission project.   The project began when Michelle and Steve Gawarecki, members of First Baptist Church Clinton, read about the efforts of Memphis Uber driver Tammy Rivera,…

By Taylor Hathorn The Ray Aviation Scholarship is the wind beneath the wings of Clinton High School sophomore John David Hagood, who earned the $10,000 grant earlier this year.  “It was definitely a prize, but I’m very humble and grateful to have received it,” the recent Eagle Scout said.  Hagood was nominated for the honor…

  Mississippi College is linked to the National Day on Writing on October 20. The National Council of Teachers of English designates that date to showcase the importance of putting words on paper one sentence at a time. The MC Writing Center at the Leland Speed Library is serving as the 2020 event sponsor on…

UPDATED 10/9/2020 – FALL FOR CLINTON MARKET HAS BEEN CANCELLED. By Sherry Lucas The Fall for Clinton Olde Towne Market brings a welcome return of autumn engagement to the town’s center on October 10, along with precautions and best practices so vendors and shoppers can proceed safely during this COVID-19 pandemic. The market, set for…

The Hinds County Department of Emergency Management is closely monitoring Hurricane Delta and the possible effects it will have on the Hinds County local area. We have also met with the 2020 Mississippi State Fair officials to help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone visiting and working at the fairgrounds as this critical weather…

This October, let’s all Be the Church by stocking the Care Centers of Pinelake Church of Clinton (and all other locations) with food. You can help fill the cabinets of our neighbors who have been hit hard this year by bringing food donations with you to church. Just leave your donation behind your car on a Sunday morning…