Bessie Smith influenced “Mahalia Jackson” and “Janis Joplin”.  She was vocally gifted with a powerful singing voice!  Unfortunately, she struggled to find work because of her very dark skin.  She was rejected by three recording studios.  Bessie didn’t give up, though!  She was signed... Read More.

The World AIDS Day Awareness Walk will be held on the walking trail in Shaw, MS, on Saturday, December 4, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  "CUZ Band" will be a special guest.  There will be live music by DJ Bigg V from 97.9... Read More.

According to the Mississippi Department of Health in Jackson, Mississippi, eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots has been expanded to all adults 18 and over.  Appointments for boosters can be made at all county health department clinics for those who qualify. Appointments can be made by... Read More.

The Greenwood MS Community Center Free Food Pantry has new hours of operation.  It will be open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thursdays.  Potential food recipients are ask to submit a form (available at the center) detailing their name, address, and household... Read More.

Providence Missionary Baptist Church will honor their musicians with a "Love Day Celebration" on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 10:45 a.m.  The address of the church is 3400 U.S. Highway 82 East in Greenwood, MS.  The Reverend Jessie Payne, Jr., will deliver the message. ... Read More.

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The 23rd Annual Carrollton/North Carrollton Christmas Parade will be Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 3:00 pm. This year's theme is "A Vintage Christmas".  Parade entry forms are available in North Carrollton at Anderson's Pharmacy, North Carrollton City Hall, and the Kozy Kitchen Restaurant.  In Carrollton,... Read More.

Are you planning to host an event that will bring tourists into Greenwood from 50 miles outside of our city?  If so, are you interested in learning about an advertising grant that could help you with your marketing needs? The mission of the Greenwood Convention... Read More.