Delta Democrat Times

06/12/2026

City and law enforcement leaders gathered on the steps of Greenville City Hall on June 12 to announce significant reductions in violent crime, crediting the progress to proactive policing, community partnerships and the dedication of Greenville police officers.

06/11/2026

Tyson speaks about human trafficking to Greenvlle Rotary

Keisha Tyson told Greenville Rotarians that human trafficking “is here” in the Delta and across Mississippi, and outlined how the Center for Violence Prevention is working around the clock with law enforcement and child protection agencies to identify and support victims.

06/10/2026

Maggie Taylor

free content Maggie Taylor Wed,06/10/26-3:43PM, 3 Reads LELAND, Mississippi - Funeral services for Ms. Maggie Taylor, 78, of Leland, will be June 13, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Mt. Hebron M.B. Church, Leland. She passed away on June 7, 2026, at Delta Health System. Burial will be at Holly Ridge Cemetery in....

06/10/2026

Mayor Errick D. Simmons highlighted billions in investments, public safety improvements, educational opportunities and community partnerships during Greenville's 2026 State of the City Address, themed "Progress Through People.

06/10/2026

INDIANOLA, Mississippi – Funeral and memorial services for Willie George Scott, 75, of Indianola, will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2 p.m. in the Hayes Chapel of Byas Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

06/10/2026

Edna Minton

free content Edna Minton Wed,06/10/26-12:14PM, 3 Reads SUNFLOWER, Mississippi – Funeral services for Edna Minton, 85, of Sunflower, will be held Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Trinity House of Prayer in Moorhead. Visitation will be Friday, June 19, 2026 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the funeral...

06/10/2026

A sequel to “Blissful Ignorance”
“It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on his not understanding it.” — Upton Sinclair, 1934

A sequel to “Blissful Ignorance” “It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on his not understanding it.” — Upton Sinclair, 1934

06/10/2026

In today’s world, it is easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We are surrounded by constant noise — social media arguments, talk radio rants, cable news shouting matches and neighborhood gossip. We argue about personalities, rumors and side issues while the real problems that affect our daily lives go untouched.

In today’s world, it is easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We are surrounded by constant noise — social media arguments, talk radio rants, cable news shouting matches and neighborhood gossip. We argue about personalities, rumors and side issues while the real problems that affect our d...

06/10/2026

The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science announces local graduates.

Althea Gabrielle Wells of Greenville, has graduated from The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) in the Class of 2026. Althea previously attended St.

The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science announces local graduates. Althea Gabrielle Wells of Greenville, has graduated from The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) in the Class of 2026. Althea previously attended St.

06/10/2026

Have you ever had something happen in your life that you could not explain, but you knew it was a blessing from God? A door opened that you did not expect. A need was met right when you were about to give up. A sickness turned around when the doctor had already said one thing.

Have you ever had something happen in your life that you could not explain, but you knew it was a blessing from God? A door opened that you did not expect. A need was met right when you were about to give up. A sickness turned around when the doctor had already said one thing.