Entertainment

Johnson's book brings Civil Rights Era to life

Many people have no real grasp of what living in Mississippi was like for African-Americans during the 1950s and 60s. The news footage is available and there are books that broadly cover the Civil Rights Era.

Johnson to discuss 'Justice For Ella' at LWB

Before venturing out on her own as a publicist, political strategist, and media and issues management consultant, Pam Johnson was executive director of the Mississippi Commission on the Status of Women and the Mississippi Association for Justice.

Photo: Successful opening day

Mike Goree shops for homemade jams, jellies and sauces Thursday with Annie Fair during the opening day of the Clay County Farmers Market.

Photo: Getting the flags ready

Boy Scouts from Troop 15 in West Point spent Friday morning putting up the American flags than line downtown streets for Memorial Day and other holidays. The flags will stay up until next Thursday when the Scouts will take part in the city’s annual Memorial Day tribute.

Photo: ALREADY BEARING PRODUCE 

Just six weeks after the students planted everything from okra and eggplant to watermelon and tomatoes, the garden at West Clay Elementary School already is producing. On the last day of school Friday, teachers enjoyed salads with lettuce and onions picked from the garden.

Artistic mediums set for display at LCCA

For those who love photography or hand-carved wooden objects, the Louise Center for the Arts will have a display of both types of artistic mediums.

PFCC sponsor 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Run/Walk

Saturday was a perfect morning for a run. The Progressive Foundation of Clay County held its Second Annual Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Run/Walk at Marshall Park not only to raise money for Mississippi Sickle Cell but to raise awareness of the disease.

Getting ready for Farmers Market

Potential farmers market sellers and customers got some tips on safety and producing Wednesday as the market season draws closer across the region.

Floyd to discuss 'The Barrens' at LWB

Mississippi State University graduate and Attala County native John Floyd has made many appearances at the Bryan Public Library over the years.

Northside Christian Church to host HBCU Fair

When considering higher education after high school, most West Point High School students immediately think East Mississippi Community College, Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi State or Ole Miss. But there is a lot more out there to choose from.