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Mississippi Juneteenth Events Guide 2026: Find Celebrations Across the State
Find Juneteenth 2026 events and celebrations all across Mississippi, from North Mississippi to the Gulf Coast.
Anger Mounts in Senatobia Over Police Killing of 1-Year-Old Kohen Wiley
Protests broke out in Senatobia, Mississippi, amid mounting anger over the police killing of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. Police tear-gassed protesters at a local Walmart on Tuesday, even as the city placed the officer on administrative leave.
Mississippi Police Officer Shoots and Kills 1-Year-Old Child in Response to Senatobia Shoplifting Call
A Mississippi police officer shot Kohen Kartier Wiley, a 1-year-old child, while responding to a shoplifting call at the Senatobia Walmart, killing him and critically wounding an adult.
Cleveland Schools Cultivate Community With Garden Programs After a Long History of Division
The Cleveland School District is investing in garden education programs, not just to educate students, but to foster a greater connection between the children and the community around them. The Mississippi Delta school district has a long history of division, stretching back to segregation.
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Greenwood Leflore Hospital Extends Projected Closure Date to July 31 as Attempts to Stay Open Continue
Greenwood Leflore Hospital has extended its lifeline and now projects a closure date of July 31 if its efforts to close a deal with the University of Mississippi Medical Center fail to materialize.
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Smithsonian’s ‘Festival of Festivals’ Swings Through Jackson and Coldwater for America 250 Celebrations
The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage in Washington, D.C., has initiated a “Festival of Festivals” tour to celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary. The campaign highlights cultural celebrations across the country, including the National Folk Festival in Jackson, Miss., and the G.O.A.T. Picnic in Coldwater, Miss.
