The Clinton Courier

11/12/2024

My white cane means a lot to me personally and in my hometown, Clinton. To some, a white cane is just a symbol of visual impairment; but, for me, it is much more. My cane makes it safe for me to travel, gives me more independence, and helps with self-advocacy and communication skills.

https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/12/what-my-white-canes-means-to-me/

EDITOR’S NOTE: In recognition of the National Federation of the Blind’s White Cane Awareness Day, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Terri Ford submitted this essay, written by a Clinton Junior High School student, explaining what her mobility cane means to her and how it provides her...

11/12/2024

Mississippi College faculty, staff and alumni can turn this holiday season into a “Blue-and-Gold” Christmas during MC’s annual ornament sale.

Read More: https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/12/deck-the-halls-mcs-annual-ornament-sale-brightens-christmas-supports-student-travel/

Mississippi College faculty, staff and alumni can turn this holiday season into a “Blue-and-Gold” Christmas during MC’s annual ornament sale. The decorations are available in a variety of shapes, from angels, crosses and doves to a silhouette of Mississippi and the popular MC logo. Proceeds fr...

11/12/2024

Junior Ambassadors Show Choir made their debut during the Clinton Ambassadors Show Choir Fall R***e on November 6th with two more performances on November 8th and 9th. The Junior Ambassadors program consists of current 4th, 5th, and 6th graders who love to sing and dance. Students attend a mini camp and rehearsals led by Ambassadors Show Choir singer/dancers and directors. The Junior Ambassadors program took a small break in 2019 and returned in 2022. Students work hard to learn songs and dances and perform each night at the Ambassadors Show Choir Fall R***e. All the students this year did an amazing job on stage!!! Check them out!!

11/12/2024

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11/11/2024

Riggs Manor Retirement Community offers a warm, family-like atmosphere in a beautiful country setting in Raymond, MS.

If an active retirement lifestyle is what you’re looking for, look no further than Riggs Manor. Their comfortable community offers many leisure and entertainment opportunities. Most importantly, residents are no longer bothered with common household chores as maintenance is handled by onsite staff, and all housing is equipped with an emergency call system.

Riggs Manor offers independent and assisted living apartments, garden homes, and the most innovative assisted-living lifestyle dedicated to memory support- The Green House® Homes.

11/11/2024

A little rain didn’t stop Clintonians from coming out Saturday to enjoy the 17th Annual Holiday Market in Olde Towne sponsored by Main Street Clinton and Mississippi College!! The Holiday Market featured 70+ artisans and is always the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts.

11/11/2024

Mississippi College’s Department of Communication dedicated its newest amenity, the Baker-Janser Student Media Center, as part of 2024 Homecoming activities on Oct. 25-26.

Read More: https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/11/mississippi-college-department-of-communication-dedicates-new-student-media-center-honors-distinguished-alumni-during-homecoming-weekend/

Mississippi College’s Department of Communication dedicated its newest amenity, the Baker-Janser Student Media Center, as part of 2024 Homecoming activities on Oct. 25-26. The support of Dr. Beth Baker-Janser ‘85 and her husband, Kevin Janser, made the creation of this new amenity possible. “S...

11/11/2024

11/11/2024

The Clinton Brick Street Players and the Mississippi College Department of Education will present Brian Guehring's Sherlock Holmes and the First Baker Street Irregular, November 21-23 at 7:00 p.m. and November 24 at 2:30 p.m. Performances will take place at the Entergy Theatre at the Gore Arts Complex at MC. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for seniors/military/students and can be purchased at the door or at cbsp.booktix.com. This show is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.
Also, mark your calendars for February 27 - March 2, when Brick Street Players will present Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling. Auditions for Steel Magnolias will take place December 16-17 from 6:00-8:00 p.m at the fellowship hall of Northside Baptist Church in Clinton.

11/08/2024

CJHS Lady Arrow XC wins Championship, CJHS Boys’ XC grabs 2nd place

https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/08/cjhs-lady-arrow-xc-wins-mhsaa-middle-school-championship/

CJHS Lady Arrow XC wins MHSAA Middle School Championship Special to The Clinton Courier The Clinton Lady Arrows’ Head Cross Country Coach Allen Marett had one more task to complete at Choctaw Trails on a recent Tuesday afternoon. As promised to his runners, Marett was doused by his team in a celeb...

11/08/2024

While Clinton officials are busy making improvements to the City parks, vandals seem intent on tearing them up. Recently, a new foot bridge at Kids Towne Park was deliberately damaged. Those responsible ripped some of the railings off the bridge, which was among recent upgrades designed to make the park more accessible and enjoyable.

https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/08/vandals-damage-bridge-at-kids-towne/

By Randy Bell While Clinton officials are busy making improvements to the City parks, vandals seem intent on tearing them up. Recently, a new foot bridge at Kids Towne Park was deliberately damaged. Those responsible ripped some of the railings off the bridge, which was among recent upgrades designe...

11/08/2024

Our friends at The Boxcar Produce are having a Christmas Open House on Sunday, November 10th from 1pm to 5pm. They are looking forward to seeing you there.
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11/08/2024

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11/07/2024

International students from over 40 countries contribute to the diverse tapestry of campus life at Mississippi College, sharing their traditions and educating their peers about their respective customs.

Read More: https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/07/international-students-share-their-traditions-during-celebration-of-culture-at-mississippi-college/

International students from over 40 countries contribute to the diverse tapestry of campus life at Mississippi College, sharing their traditions and educating their peers about their respective customs. MC’s Office of Global Education and the International Student Association will showcase the wid...

11/07/2024

Stay up to date on City of Clinton Government issues with a Board of Aldermen recap from Alderwoman-at-Large, Ricki Garrett.

By Ricki Garrett, PhD, Alderwoman-at-Large To begin our meeting, Ward 5 Alderwoman Beverly Oliver introduced Donna Yowell, executive director of the Mississippi Urban Forest Council, for recognition of arboretum certifications for the City of Clinton. The Clinton Visitors Center, the Quisenberry Lib...

11/07/2024

GAME IS TONIGHT!!!!

The path to the playoffs for Clinton this season will be to defeat Madison Central (TONIGHT) Thursday, November 7, in the final 2024 regular season game.

https://www.theclintoncourier.net/2024/11/04/arrows-need-win-against-madison-central-to-get-playoff-spot/

By Danny C. Davis The Clinton Arrows fell 53-35 on November 1 at Germantown in a crucial Region 2 game with big playoff implications. With the loss, CHS drops to 1-2 in Region 2-7A. A win at Germantown would have clinched a playoff spot for Clinton. Now the only path to the playoffs for Clinton…

11/07/2024

Looks like people are on their best behavior at Mistletoe.

11/07/2024

We are having an annual retail open house the Holiday happening. This will be held on Sunday, November 10th from 1pm to 5pm. We have multiple businesses participating and would love to see you there.

Art and Craft Market

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