The Leland Progress

07/23/2025

Stop-N-Shop - Leland, MS

07/23/2025

By late June, the Delta landscape bursts into color with one of summer’s most reliable bloomers: the crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia sp.). These heat-loving trees put on a dazzling display of pink, red, white and lavender flowers, brightening streets, yards and gardens across Leland this time of year.
Crape myrtles thrive in Mississippi’s humidity and long summer days. The flower clusters hum with bees and pollinators, adding a layer of life and motion to their vibrant beauty. With a little care, gardeners can stretch their flowering season into September—or even spark a second round of blooms in early varieties. Read full article here:

Crape myrtles make a bold summer show in Leland and across the Delta By Editor | July 23, 2025 | 0 By late June, the Delta landscape bursts into color with one of summer’s most reliable bloomers: the crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia sp.). These heat-loving trees put on a dazzling display of pink, red, ...

07/22/2025

Lagniappe

07/22/2025

Stephanie Patton of the Leland-Deer Creek Garden Club recently appeared on a television segment to highlight the benefits of native plants in Mississippi Delta landscapes and to share simple propagation techniques for home gardeners. Read full article here: https://www.thelelandprogress.com/patton-back-on-screen-with-more-dirt-on-native-plants/

07/21/2025

07/21/2025

Mississippi State University’s Andrew Rendon has been named Mississippi’s 2025 Veteran of the Year by MilitaryFriendly.com. See full article here: https://www.thelelandprogress.com/rendon-named-ms-veteran-of-the-year-vote-by-july-4-for-national-honor/

Rendon named MS veteran of the year; vote by July 4 for national honor By Editor | July 21, 2025 | 0   Mississippi State University’s Andrew Rendon has been named Mississippi’s 2025 Veteran of the Year by MilitaryFriendly.com. Rendon, a brigadier general in the Mississippi National Guard and MS...

07/18/2025

St. John's Episcopal Church

07/18/2025

The Leland branch of the Washington County Library System is in full swing with its 2025 summer reading program, Color Our World, running through the end of July.
Families are invited to join in a mix of reading, creativity and fun events designed to spark imagination in readers of all ages. Read full article here:

Leland library’s summer reading program continues through July By Editor | July 18, 2025 | 0 The Leland branch of the Washington County Library System is in full swing with its 2025 summer reading program, Color Our World, running through the end of July. Families are invited to join in a mix of r...

07/17/2025

Leland Medical Clinic

07/17/2025

Art camp brings a day of creativity and fun, see full article here:

Art camp brings a day of creativity and fun By Editor | July 17, 2025 | 0 Art Camp, held June 10 at First Baptist Church, was filled with creativity and laughter as the youngest artists spent the day exploring their talents. Organizers offer a special thank you to Rorie Scroggins “for leading the ...

07/16/2025

Leland High School Cubs win big at MDCC 7-on-7 tournament, See full article here:

Leland High School Cubs win big at MDCC 7-on-7 tournament By Editor | July 16, 2025 | 0 The Leland High School (LHS) Cubs recently brought home a major win at the MDCC 7-on-7 football tournament. Coach Griffith, the LHS coaching staff and a roster of dedicated players were celebrated for their hard....