On this Friday afternoon, la recherche du temps perdu Nov 14, 2009
Hillbilly I was lucky enough to work with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History on the 50th anniversary of the flood project some really intriguing oral history and photos some sad, some funny, some tragic and some heroic one lady I interviewed told of leaving Greenville in bumper to bumper traffic, if you had a flat, you just kept going, they were behind a truck evacuating from a bawdy house, They had piled the bed with all matter of things, one of which was the piano all the way... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Local animal shelter bucks national trend Nov 14, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Animal control officials might want to consider hanging a vacancy sign outside the city s homeless pet shelter on Highway U.S. 82 West ... In Greenville, adult dogs without collars frequently show up at convenience stores that sell hot food, apparently hoping to get a handout from tender-hearted customers. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Greenville’s entries offer poor first impressions of this city Nov 13, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... Greenville s entries offer poor first impressions of this city ... have all left Greenville. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Undefeated, even against fierce illness Nov 13, 2009
And yet Williams, a young-looking 38, still stands on the sidelines, leading and inspiring his Greenville High School Patriots ... Greenville plays in the opening round of the state playoffs tonight on its home field ... The Patriots are the biggest show in Greenville, a no-stoplight town 60 miles southwest of Atlanta and the seat of Meriwether County. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bluesman recovering; supporter is angry Nov 13, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Danny Peeples is angry ... The owner of the Walnut Street Blues Bar is hoping Greenville police find two suspects who beat, stabbed and robbed blues guitarist Roosevelt Mickey Rogers early Sunday morning. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Students appreciate vets Nov 12, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE They all say they serve or have served for one reason love of country ... When Walker was in Iraq, she had the opportunity to serve with the Water Dawgs, a National Guard water purification unit from Greenville, which was deployed in 2007, and recently returned. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials Nov 12, 2009
The Greenville (S.C.) News, on honoring veterans on Veterans Day. There are 60,000 Americans serving in Afghanistan today. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Thank a veteran Nov 12, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... At the Greenville Cemetery, American flags dot the graves here and there of the former soldiers who ve passed on. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
2 men off death row Nov 11, 2009
In a ruling Friday, U.S. District Judge Allen Pepper Jr. of Greenville said he would vacate Wiley's death sentence if the state doesn't respond within 60 days. Wiley originally was sentenced to death in DeSoto County Circuit Court for the 1981 killing of convenience store owner J.B. Turner in a robbery. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Veterans Day to be Nov 11, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Wednesday marks the 91st anniversary of the end of World War I when Germany signed the Armistice at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Equipment promotes good health Nov 11, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... at Greenville elementary schools ... GREENVILLE Two Greenville public schools unveiled outdoor fitness equipment in separate gala ceremonies Monday with the goal of ending childhood obesity. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Humphreys has good news for supervisors Nov 10, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Delta Regional Medical Center is outperforming hospitals on both the state and national levels according to Joint Commission reports, Ray Humphreys, the hospital s chief executive officer told the Washington County Board of Supervisors last week. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Hughes' lawyers ask for new trial Nov 10, 2009
Hughes' attorney, Johnnie Walls Jr. of Greenville said in an appeals motion that, if the jury considered Hughes' decision not to take the stand, the panel's actions were a violation of jury instructions and his client's constitutional rights. "Obviously they talked about it," Walls said Monday in a telephone interview. (The Clarion-Ledger)
No problems expected in general election Nov 10, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE City Clerk Amelia Wicks is vowing the Dec. 14 municipal election will run smoothly, without the problems voters saw in the October primary election. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Recruiting 5A Playoffs Nov 8, 2009
Chilton County has been threatening to upset a top team the last couple of weeks with Greenville and Bibb County being close games ... Watch for Greenville's offensive lineman Steven Foster (6-4, 250) who is just a sophomore ... Greenville, AL #4 Moody (6-4) #1 Greenville (10-0). (CUTigers.com)
Let’s move past this d/j vu thing Nov 8, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... In this paper about 10 years ago, Rick Thomason, then the publisher of the Delta Democrat Times, wrote a column about Greenville s not-so-secret attitude: Defeatism ... Thomason even pointed out the obvious divisions, both racial and economic in Greenville. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Historically speaking Nov 8, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A property may be on the National Register of Historic Places, but that does not protect it from demolition ... Case in point: The Finlay House, at one time the oldest in Greenville at 137 years old, was systematically demolished in July. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
MagnoliaPreps Hoops Preview and Preseason Rankings Nov 8, 2009
6A teams to watch: North 6A looks to be quite interesting with a number of teams appearing capable of making a run for the "Big House", Olive Branch (30-4), Greenville Weston (25-8), Tupelo (21-7) and Jackson Murrah (14-12) all warrant keeping an eye on. In the South, Jackson Jim Hill (18-12), Pascagoula (16-14), Gulfport (19-9) and Harrison Central (11-16) all have promise. (Marquette Sports -- Rivals.com)
Standing together against domestic violence Nov 7, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Washington County officials want to make sure everyone is on the same page when it comes to handling domestic abuse cases. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Curtain rising on Bass restoration Nov 6, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE The next major phase of construction on the E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center is about to begin ... Charged with the behemoth task of sealing the old school is Gary Vaughan Construction of Greenville. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
City officials ready to wheel & deal Nov 6, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE To any property owner living next door to a small vacant lot that was forfeited to the state in lieu of property taxes, the City Council has got a deal for you ... City officials plan to dispose of about 500 properties in Greenville at the rate of three per month at a cost of 200 for residential properties. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Football playoffs launch 2nd season Nov 6, 2009
The Colonels are at Greenville Washington and the Pioneers are at Jackson Academy. In the MHSAA, Class 4A, 3A and 2A teams start state playoffs tomorrow night, needing 5 wins to claim a state title Dec. 4 or 5. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Greenville in more than name Nov 5, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE It s official ... So said Mayor Heather McTeer Hudson after the conclusion of a presentation by two representatives of the Keep Greenville Beautiful committee on Tuesday night, and the City Council s unanimous approval of their strategy for greening the city. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Nov 5, 2009
Sharing the trip with Tonya, Karen and Cheryl were Cathy Sullivan: Washington County Welcome Center of Greenville, Arlene Jackson: Delma Furniss Hospitality Station of Lula, Doshie Crawford: DeSoto County Welcome Center of Hernando, Kimberly King: Delma Furniss Hospitality Station of Lula, Rita Johnson: Jackson County Welcome Center of Moss Point, Frances Simmons: Warren County Welcome Center, Sherry Brown: Alcorn County Welcome Center of Corinth, Arlene Stockstill: Hancock County Welcome Center... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
King Cotton has not so royal past Nov 5, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE In the way oil drives economies today, cotton drove the U.S. economy for more than a century ... He will be in Greenville Thursday to sign copies of his new book, Cotton and Race in the Making of America: The Human Cost of Economic Power. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
History then and in the making Nov 5, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... On a recent night, the three of us looked at the huge photos in the window of the Greenville History Museum on Washington Avenue ... Anyway, over on Main, the Elysian was the Greenville Library. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
MSA students picked for puppet show Nov 4, 2009
The group recently went to a workshop with four students from Madison Central High School and four students from the Greenville Renaissance Scholars, where they learned the mechanics of creating a puppet show, from the script to the creation of the puppets and props. Literary student Jules Wood said visual students Kristen Price, Aubrey Palermo and Krystyne Rawls, all seniors, gave her the characters, and from that she crafted a story with a distinct New Orleans flavor. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Emergency radio gear Nov 4, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE The Washington County Emergency Management Agency is having trouble getting what it needs. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Simmons High grad views school district woes from Las Vegas Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868. Letters. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Scholarly principles Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... You can say what ever you want about Greenville, but the people who care, care deeply ... We ve seen it in the people behind the Good Samaritan Health Center, the Greenville Challenge, the Salvation Army and, of course all of the organizations that cater to the disadvantaged in our community. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Beware the media-dismissing complex Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868. Columns. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Sound Off - Sept. 23, 2009 Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... Casino money: When the casinos came into town, it was reported that Greenville would get SO MUCH money ... Greenville probably has some Olympic swimmers who can t afford a YMCA membership. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Peace challenge on the homefront Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE More than 100 people braved a driving rainstorm on Friday to accept a challenge at Our House to help stomp out domestic violence ... Nine family members of slain Jackson State University student Latasha Norman stood on the stage with her father, Danny Bolden of Greenville, who described their loss. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Vaccine arrives Nov 1, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Mississippi county health department clinics will offer free H1N1 (swine flu) vaccines beginning Monday ... County residents should contact the Washington County Health Department, 1633 Hospital St., Greenville, to ensure the availability of the vaccine and for clinic hours by calling (662) 332-8177. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Camels get kick out of Willets Oct 31, 2009
Today the Mountaineers (5-2, 4-0 Southern Conference) travel to Greenville, S.C., to face rival Furman (4-3, 3-2). Terrell Hudgins. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Firefighting grant lands at airport Oct 31, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A new 294,500 state grant will be used to renovate the fire suppression system at Mid-Delta Regional Airport, according to city officials ... Updating our fire protection infrastructure is an essential part of ensuring the Mid Delta Regional Airport located in Greenville maintains a safe and economically competitive environment in the future, Rodgers said. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Disaster area Oct 31, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... The agency in Greenville does not process emergency loans ... SURE applications can me made in the Greenville office that serves Washington County. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Memorial reflects on violence Oct 30, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE As the two-year anniversary of their daughter s tragic death draws near, Danny and Patricia Bolden face not only sorrowful holidays but also the traumatic prospect of her ex-boyfriend s murder trial early next year ... In both Greenville and Jackson, advocates against domestic violence focused on the death of Norman this month to help raise awareness about their cause. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
No evidence of anti-gay bias crimes in Delta Oct 29, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Sexual orientation will become a protected class in federal hate crimes legislation when President Obama signs the measure into law today, but its significance may go largely unnoticed in the Delta ... Chief of Police Charles Patterson said he has seen little sign of crime motivated by anti-gay bias in Greenville and Washington County, although U.S. Census records confirms that there is at least a small... (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
A matter of yard overload Oct 28, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE One Greenville resident is fed up with her neighbor s yard. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Domestic violence Oct 28, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... A memorial service will be held Friday, 12:30 p.m. at Our House, Inc. for Latasha Norman, 20, a Greenville native and Jackson State University student. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Weekend Recruit Scoreboard Oct 27, 2009
Wilmington (N.C.) Hoggard () 16, Greenville (N.C.) Rose 13. Matthews (N.C.) Butler (Chris LeMay, , ) 35, Charlotte (N.C.) Providence 28. (InsideCarolina.com)
Man critical after Sunday shooting Oct 27, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A drive-by shooting Sunday night left one man critically injured, according to Capt. Andrew Kaho of the Greenville Police Department ... David Walker, 51 of Greenville, was shot in the right leg around 8:30 p.m. Sunday while walking in the 600 block of Pollock Street, said Kaho. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Legion asks support for Iraq troops Oct 25, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE In an effort to help their brothers in arms in Iraq, Greenville s American Legion Post 32 finds itself needing some help ... After setting up drop boxes at the Greenville Mall, the Elks Club, Harlowe s Casino t, WDMS-FM radio station, and the Glendale Baptist Church, Post 32 ended up sending 12 boxes to Iraq. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
One bite at a time … Oct 25, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... And with that little tidbit, a few observations and a couple of personal experiences, Ken Dowe gave a pep talk of sorts to residents seriously involved with the Greenville Challenge, a citywide organization bent on cleaning up the Delta town ... Dowe, a former resident of Greenville, found his fame and fortune in the radio broadcasting business in Texas. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Taking exception at perception Oct 25, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... The story is about the report external financial consultant Steve Osso gave to the Greenville City Council last week ... But luckily for the tweaked, WABG-TV took it on its own without any coaxing at all (that we know of) from politicians in or out of town to broadcast Thursday that misreporting has Greenville city officials wanting to set the record straight about city finances and revenue collection. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Here to help Oct 25, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE The race is on to raise 50,000 to claim the matching amount donated by Dallas businessman Ken Dowe to clean up Greenville ... Dowe was the focus of a press conference Saturday at the Main Street Greenville offices. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Image-conscious, civic-minded Oct 24, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Just about every day of the week before he goes to work, Rodney Griffin heads out on litter patrol in his south Greenville neighborhood ... Griffin, a Greenville native who has worked at Bing s County Market for 27 years, said he started picking up trash because he was sick of looking at it. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Cotton crop value declining Oct 23, 2009
"This will make for a very long winter, trying to figure out where we can find money to pay bills," said Marvin Cochran who farms in Avon, about 15 miles south of Greenville. "We've got people who work for us. We've got to find money to pay our employees so they'll be here next spring and so they can maintain a decent standard of living.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Preserving the preserve Oct 23, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A new grant from the Monsanto Fund will go a long way towards helping spruce up the city s famed Cypress Preserve, according to the urban forest s guardians ... The philanthropic arm of the giant chemical company recently awarded 9,330 to the Greenville Cypress Preserve Trust to help with continued development of the 16-acre tract into an outdoor classroom and a recreational site. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Armed robber takes cash, purse Oct 23, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A gunman took cash and snatched a purse from a customer Wednesday at the Hostess Bakery store, said Captain Andrew Kaho of the Greenville Police Department. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
City short $2.7 million Oct 22, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE It s not a good time to be spending money ... That s the message Greenville municipal department heads got Tuesday at the City Council meeting after external financial consultant Steve Osso reported a 2. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
411 goes 911 Oct 22, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE ATomer information services assistant Frances Lovings gets about a thousand 411 calls each day, but she probably will never forget an extraordinary one she took last spring ... I have a gun to my head, and I don t want to live anymore, said the caller, a Kentucky woman whose call to 411 was answered in AT7;s nationwide customer information services office in Greenville that morning. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Diverse group voted into Miss. Sports Hall of Fame Oct 22, 2009
Ken Toler, Sr., of Greenville will be inducted for winning several regional and national tennis tournaments as a senior between the ages of 55 and 70. Jackson native Lake Speed, who raced cars for 18 years on the NASCAR circuit, was chosen. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Bids let for new jail construction Oct 21, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Bids for construction of the Washington County Regional Correctional Facility have been accepted. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Sibling self-defense Oct 21, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Murder charges have been dropped against Jonathan Weaver in the Saturday stabbing of Willie Taylor Jr. ... Weaver turned himself in to the Greenville Police Department Sunday afternoon and was charged with murder. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Murder charges dropped Oct 20, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Murder charges against Kenneth Harper, who was accused of shooting 12-year old Mikel Xavier Harris, have been dropped ... The victim s family was outraged by the grand jury s decision, and in protest, held a protest march Oct. 10 in their Greenville neighborhood. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Students celebrate Black Poetry Day Oct 20, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE It s not hard for some students at Weston 9th Grade Academy to express themselves. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
MSU Commitment Scoreboard Update Week 9 Oct 20, 2009
sat out once again as Ray Brooks got by Greenville St. Joe. 20-7. (GenesPage.com)
Water questions still unanswered Oct 18, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... I composed a letter after the Greenville water alert, then decided against submitting it ... The Delta Democrat Times coverage of Greenville s recent water emergency was timely but loose ends remain. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Man dies from stabbing Oct 18, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE A Greenville man is dead after being stabbed in the chest early Saturday morning ... Police Capt. Andrew Kaho said Lakritizia Weever, 24 of Greenville was arrested in connection to Taylor s death. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Feed the stray hummers Oct 17, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868. Letters. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Tonight’s Obannon game moved here Oct 17, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE The O Bannon High School football game tonight has changed locations. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Students learn by giving Oct 17, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE Students from O Bannon Middle School took over the kitchen Thursday at the Salvation Army to lend a helping hand. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Review: No E. coli after all Oct 16, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868 ... GREENVILLE All was and still is OK with Greenville s water ... Or so read the review by the city of Greenville and the Mississippi State Department of Health concerning the Sept. 3 boil-water notice. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
