By Randy Bell Clinton’s Courtney Nunn has become only the eleventh parks and recreation director in Mississippi to receive a national certification.   “I’m excited that we now have that in Clinton,” Nunn says.   She spent several months studying for an exam which focused on communications, finance, park maintenance, operations and programming.   “It’s…

A group of local Veterans with VFW Post 3685 recently conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony for flags that had been collected by Revell Ace Hardware stores in central Mississippi. All Revell Ace stores serve as official drop off locations for United States flags that are past their prime. Flags that are worn and faded can…

Library book sale planned for February Books remaining from the December Gala Book Sale at the Quisenberry Library have been packed away by members of Friends of the Library. Unpacking will begin for the first sale of the year, set for February 7 and 8. Volunteers and Friends board members say they enjoy working with…

By Randy Bell It used to be that drivers would seldom see a tractor trailer rig on the Natchez Trace. Nowadays, it’s happening more often, and the district ranger for the section of the Parkway which runs through Clinton believes the navigation systems truckers are using may be responsible for the increase. “They’re mostly not…

Special to The Clinton Courier Kay H. Brodbeck, president of the National Association of Women Highway Safety Leaders, presided at the 2024 National Traffic Safety Leadership Conference. She presented an award to the Distinguished Young Woman in Traffic Injury Prevention. Marissa Adcock, co-director of the Northwest Indiana Safe Kids, was awarded for her outstanding work…

By Nash Nunnery Hear the word “bunkhouse,” and one instantly conjures up grainy films of cattle round-ups with cowboys in ten-gallon hats, pointy spurs and Colt revolvers on each hip. Wild West imagery aside, the Bunkhouse Lodge is the latest addition to Live Oaks Mississippi, formerly known as Live Oaks Golf Club. Currently under construction,…

By Nash Nunnery Unknown to many Clintonians, a slice of cultural Americana rests rather inconspicuously on the edge of the city’s western boundaries. The battleship gray exterior against the camouflaged backdrop of an oak tree canopy makes the sturdy cinderblock-and-brick building barely noticeable to passers-by. Located on the frontage road near Norrell Road and south…

Hinds Community College recently recognized high school and college graduates from the 1960s decade at its annual 50+ reunion held as part of Homecoming week festivities. Pictured (l to r) are 1950s graduates Douglas Moore (1954) of Jackson, Sarah McElvoy Lancaster (1957) of Clinton, Margarita Morris Stanford (1958) of Clinton, Martha Gillespie Ferguson (1956) of…

The Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) has been notified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory that poultry from a commercial broiler chicken flock in Copiah County, Mississippi has tested positive for highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza. Samples from the flock were tested at the Mississippi Veterinary Research & Diagnostic Laboratory,…

I have decided not to run for re-election as Ward 2 Alderman.  It has been my honor and privilege to serve for 24 years as Ward 2 Alderman for the past nearly 12 years and as the Planning and Zoning Commission Ward 2 representative for over 12 years, 10 years as Chairman.  It is with…

Remember when Japan was predicted to overtake America?   Back in the 1980s, Japan was the coming country. Japan’s economy had enjoyed decades of rapid growth. Her exports where everywhere, and with inventions like the Sony Walkman, it looked as though Japan was the technological future, too.   America looked like a power in decline. Forty years…

Special to The Clinton Courier Canizaro Cawthon Davis recently announced the promotion of Kirk Oldenburg, AIA, to Principal, which the firm says is a testament to his leadership and contributions to innovative design and client satisfaction. With over ten years of experience, the firm says that Oldenburg has successfully led numerous projects that align with…

The Clinton High School Band completed the 2024 marching band competition season last month at the 2024 MHSAA State Marching Band 1A/7A Championships. The band earned a finalist spot, which included the top eight bands out of fourteen that competed in prelims. The band staff says they are proud of how this group of students…

Special to The Clinton Courier The Happy Gardeners Club began its new meeting year in September with members discussing future programs and plans; the Yard of the Month effort, and distribution of yearbooks. Pictured are Barbara Barnett, right, and Jeanette Sullivan as they host a festive fall refreshment table at the meeting held at the…

By Carole Kelly As homes and lawns are brightened with lights, decorations and displays for the holiday season, Julia Harrison Todd starts early transforming her home into a Christmas showplace. Many hundreds of Christmas decorations collected over the years are brought from storage and lovingly placed throughout her home. From the decorations and ornaments, she…

Special to The Clinton Courier Northside Elementary School has been named by the Mississippi Department of Education’s (MDE) Office of Federal Programs as Mississippi’s National Elementary and Secondary Education Act, or ESEA, Distinguished School for 2024-2025. MDE said in a press release that this prestigious award is a testament to the outstanding academic achievements of…

By Randy Bell For those planning a Christmas vacation, Clinton police can keep an eye on their home to try to make sure they don’t get a visit from the Grinch while they’re away. The Clinton Police Department (CPD) offers House Watch year-round, and it’s always popular during the holidays. “All they have to do…

By Katherine R. Dougan As our loyal Clinton Courier readers know, Santa and I have been BFFs for years. For Courier Santa stories, I’ve interviewed the wizened old elf while trotting alongside his sleigh at a parade, while taking a star-filled wild night ride in his jet-powered sleigh, and via a satellite phone when Santa…

The Clinton Courier The Clinton Courier has learned that Santa will once again make a special stop in town on Sunday, December 22, from 6 until 8 p.m. Santa’s very good friend Darryl Sims has been in contact with the Jolly Ole Man himself, and Sims promises that Santa will hold court in the front…