
662-843-2700
MAILING: PO Box 117, Cleveland MS 38732
OFFICE: 125 S. Court St., Cleveland MS 38732

Rosedale Elects New Mayor
Robinson sworn into office on March 4 By Anne Martin The Bolivar Bullet The town of Rosedale has a new mayor. Former City Councilman Tracy

Delta Health Alliance
Partners with Strive Together and PRI Special to The Bolivar Bullet Delta Health Alliance (DHA) recently welcomed Strive Together and Partners for Rural Impact (PRI)

Bell Academy Honors Its Own
Part of Black History Month Program Special to The Bolivar Bullet Each year, Bell Academy hosts an Inspiration Program during Black History Month, where the

Arbor Day Ceremony Held
In Memory of the late Jared Horne, a former Public Works employee On Friday, February 10, representatives from the Beautification Commission, Public Works department, the
Music Tourism Convention

Global music industry leaders coming to Cleveland in April Special to The Bolivar Bullet An event that has been years in the making will finally take place in Cleveland this spring. The Music Tourism Convention, produced by Sound Diplomacy, a global research and strategy consultancy specializing in economic and community development through music, the City of Cleveland, and Visit Cleveland, will bring an estimated 350 music experts, industry leaders, and fans to Cleveland for this three day conference being held April 11–14. According to the organizers, “A place’s rich music tourism can not only attract visitors and drive economic development, but also build strong communities both at a local and global level. If artists, entrepreneurs and residents can find in local music attractions a source of pride, opportunities for growth and a renowned sense of belonging, the relationship with other global cities is tightened thanks to music, and new networks of fans, companies and organizations emerge. These dynamics will be the overarching theme of the sixth global Music Tourism Convention in Cleveland, in the heart of the birthplace of American music, in April.” The convention was originally scheduled for 2020, but, due to Covid and its aftermath, the event has been moved to 2023. “We’re very excited to be able to host this convention in Cleveland this year,” said Sean Johnson, Director of Visit Cleveland. Organizing the event has been the work of many people in the community with help from Mississippi Tourism, local venues and businesses and a number of volunteers. Not only are we proud to show off the town, its history, hotels and attractions—like the impressive Grammy Museum—Mississippi, we’re proud to show off the community spirit that ultimately makes Cleveland such a great place to live, work and play.” The talks during the day will be a mix of panel discussions, Q&As and presentations around the use of music as a tool for tourism. The topics will range from; branding, attracting investment, developing communities, developing local and international partnerships, supporting artists, the impact of music documentaries on tourism, as well as best case examples from cities and countries around the world. Many of the attendees and speakers will be traveling to Cleveland from Europe and South America, giving the conference and international flair and providing unique perspectives. In addition to the talks about music’s impact on tourism and economic development, there will be plenty of time for attendees to network and relax. A number of receptions are planned, including an opening concert with Chapel Hart, a Mississippi- based group that has recently become a national phenomenon. There will also be receptions at historic Dockery Farms, the Grammy Museum—Mississippi, and the conference’s host hotel, the Lyric West End. The conference will conclude with a tour around the Delta region which will include visits to the BB King Museum and Interpretive Center in Indianola, Robert Johnson’s gravesite near Greenwood, and a trip to Juke Joint Festival in Clarksdale. The conference is expected to have positive economic impact on Cleveland
Get Our E-Newsletter
To receive our
e-newsletter, The Bullet Today, sign up here!
The Bullet Today, is sent to email addresses in and around Cleveland and Bolivar County at 11am Monday-Friday.
Our TV Promotion
This Week's Front Page!
Business

KLL Hair Services
Tonnise Acoff puts talent to use by Jack Criss The Bolivar Bullet After working on other people’s hair almost all of her life, Cleveland native
Sports

Back On Top
McEvans beats McAdams to win first state title since 2015 By Andy Collier Sports Editor, The Bolivar Bullet The gold ball is back in Shaw.
Lifestyles

Bolivar County Pilots Win Awards
Past three winners hail from area by Jack Criss The Bolivar Bullet It must be something in the water. Or, in this case, the air.
STAY WELL INFORMED, read The Bolivar Bullet for locally produced news.
About US

Advertise With Us
The Bolivar Bullet printed newspaper, circulated each Wednesday, offers anyone who desires to reach households and businesses in Cleveland and Bolivar County, Mississippi with an advertising message the means for targeting a highly focused audience without large waste circulation. Due to the specialized nature of The Bolivar Bullet, display advertising, legal notices and insert rates are very attractive.
The Bullet Today
(e-newsletter)
Subscribe Now
Get The Bolivar Bullet delivered right to your door every week for the low price of $38 per year inside Bolivar County.
$52 outside of Bolivar County.
Contact US
Please reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or comments.
phil@bolivarbullet.com
Communicate With Us
The Bolivar Bullet gladly accepts confidential tips. If you have one, please email it to publisher@bolivarbullet.com or send a letter to Publisher, The Bolivar Bullet, PO Box 117, Cleveland, Miss. 38732.
If we have made an error in our reporting or in one of our articles, please bring this to our attention by emailing news@bolivarbullet.com or call us at 662-843-2700.
Customer Service – subscriptions, circulation issues, Letters to the Editor, op-ed submissions, please email holly@bolivarbullet.com or call 662-843-2700.

Life In Cleveland & Bolivar County
Videos
Mound Bayou- One of the first all African-American towns
Farming In The Delta- Farmers ready their fields for the 2020 growing season
Merigold, MS– A hidden gem in the Delta
PO Monkeys– On the blues trail
Rosedale, MS– Robert Johnson history
Shelby, MS– A Delta town
SouthGroup Insurance– Big company with hometown feel
Looking Good
Security Services
Mississippi Grounds
DSU Post-Pandemic
Robinson Electric
Cleveland State Bank
Rosedale Port