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10 Ways to Stay Cool in the Lower MS Delta During the Dog Days of Summer

August 7, 2019

It’s late summer and the temperatures are rising. If you’re looking for ways to stay cool while the temperatures hit the high 90’s, then we’ve got some great ideas for […]

Filed Under: Community News

The Amazing Holt Collier: Mississippi’s Famous Hunting Guide

July 3, 2019

Holt Collier

Holt Collier was born a slave in 1848 in Jefferson County, Mississippi. Over his lifetime, he served as a Confederate soldier, a Ninth Texas Calvary man, a cowboy, and was […]

Filed Under: Community News, History Tagged With: bear hunt, holt collier, president roosevelt

This Delightful Rolling Fork Shop Has It All

June 20, 2019

Green Apple Inventory

Open the door and walk into Green Apple and you’ll see shelves with carefully arranged handmade pottery, brightly colored children’s clothing hanging from the walls, delicious gourmet snacks, lush green […]

Filed Under: Community News, Where to Shop

This Delta Art Gallery Showcases the Unique Sculptures of Lee Washington: Cotton Picker Art

May 10, 2019

Gallery & Shop for Lee Washington

When Lee Washington looks at a pile of nails, spindles from a cotton picker, and other metal bits, he sees a guitar player, a bull rider, or a golfer. These […]

Filed Under: Art, Community News

Plant a Native Mississippi Tree for Arbor Day

April 18, 2019

Arbor Day is the day when we celebrate the role of trees in our lives. From creating the air we breathe, to supplying wood for us to build houses, to […]

Filed Under: Community News

Serving Burgers & The Community at Chuck’s Dairy Bar

April 5, 2019

Chuck's Dairy Bar Sign

If you’re looking for the best burger in the Mississippi Delta, you’ll find it at Chuck’s Dairy Bar along Highway 61 in Rolling Fork. A local staple, the Chuckburger is […]

Filed Under: Community News, Where to Eat Tagged With: Community Service, Dining, Rolling Fork

The Jewels of the Sky: Ruby-throated hummingbirds

March 19, 2019

Ruby-throated hummingbird

Early spring, the tiny ruby-throated hummingbirds leave Central America and Mexico and head for North America. It’s the beginning of the spring hummingbird migration into their breeding grounds. These tiny […]

Filed Under: Community News

5 Mississippi Delta-Themed Valentine’s Day Ideas

February 11, 2019

Need an idea for your Valentine? We’ve come up with 5 great Delta-themed Valentine’s Day ideas to do for those who love the outdoors, history, food, and fun! #1 Sunset […]

Filed Under: Community News

LDP Conducting Annual Membership Drive

January 17, 2019

Mississippi’s Lower Delta Partnership  works to promote and enhance the economic and environmental health of Mississippi’s Lower Delta. LDP is a 501c3 organization and is strictly funded through grants and donations.  […]

Filed Under: Community News

Flood conditions close Deer Hunting in South Delta

January 11, 2019

JACKSON – Heavy rainfall and rising river levels have caused extensive flooding along the Mississippi River. As a result, all hunting except for waterfowl will close based on these parameters: […]

Filed Under: Community News

Butterflies of the Mississippi Delta Showcased in New Brochure

June 4, 2018

Lower Delta Partnership Brochure

Thirty-eight colorful butterflies are featured in a new, beautifully designed full-color brochure produced by Mississippi’s Lower Delta Partnership (LDP). The brochure and accompanying web pages seek to educate people about […]

Filed Under: Community News

The Benefits of Trees

March 8, 2018

Trees By Joyce Kilmer I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prest Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast; […]

Filed Under: Community News

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Tornado Hits Rolling Fork on Friday, March 24, 2023

On Friday evening, a F-4 tornado went through Rolling Fork, leaving a path of total devastation in its wake. Residential areas and businesses in town and along Highway 61 were completely destroyed. Offices, restaurants, homes, and … [Read More...] about Tornado Hits Rolling Fork on Friday, March 24, 2023

2023 Lower Delta Talks Series Announced

Mississippi's Lower Delta Partnership is pleased to announce its upcoming 2023 Lower Delta Talks Series. The talks will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, March - October excepting July, at 6:30 p.m. The talks are held in the … [Read More...] about 2023 Lower Delta Talks Series Announced

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