Several awards given to well-deserving members of the community By Catherine Kirk The Bolivar Bullet Monday night, the Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 2023 Annual Banquet while highlighting the Chamber’s 75th anniversary and the prestigious award winners for the year. The Economic Development Foundation and community members were invited to attend the banquet, …
Granting wishes to local children By JENNIFER MINYARD The Bolivar Bullet The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Mississippi was founded in 1984 in memory of a little girl from Gulfport. After she was diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition, a group of caring individuals raised funds to send her, along with her mother and grandmother, to Walt …
Tricia Walker credits those who work behind the scenes By Faith Strong The Bolivar Bullet The Deep Roots music project brings live performances to Cleveland and offers some of the best artists around showcasing their talents. Bringing it to life is no small task. Tricia Walker is the developer/manager of the Deep Roots Music initiative …
Non-storm-damaged Delta area crops progressing nicely By MARK H. STOWERS The Bolivar Bullet Harvest season across the Delta is underway. The Port of Rosedale crew has been getting ready for farmers. Executive Director Robert Maxwell offered an update. “The biggest thing is making sure we time our preparations the best we can to help as …
Business is positive despite low inventory in county By Catherine Kirk The Bolivar Bullet Despite inventory shortages, local real estate agents are saying business is still good. Debbie Davis of Debbie Davis Real Estate said she has had a good sales year thus far. “Our (Multiple Listing Service) MLS statistics show that sales for …
Destination for unique and unusual home decor and vintage clothing by Lyndsi Naron The Bolivar Bullet Moonstruck Flea Market opened in October of 2016 and has been a staple in the community ever since. Blake and Katie Moon said they knew they wanted to start a family business and had talked about opening a flea …
Cleveland’s new casual men’s clothing store by JENNIFER MINYARD The Bolivar Bullet Meet the dynamic duo behind Co and Co Outfitters, Cleveland’s new casual men’s clothing store. Candice Corbett and Lauren Conner, both owners of several businesses in the Cleveland area, recently saw a need for the new business and set out to meet that …
Delta State football focused on going further in 2023 By Andy Collier Sports Editor, The Bolivar Bullet The Delta State University Statesmen had a huge year last season on the gridiron. In 2022, Delta State went 11-2, won a share of the Gulf South Conference Championship and advanced to the second round of the NCAA …
Other businesses are also under construction By Mark H. Stowers The Bolivar Bullet Already home to delectable delights, more culinary delights and convenience is coming to Cleveland. Double Quick, McAlister’s Deli and Arby’s have all made substantial progress in Bolivar County. Cleveland’s Director Community Development, Billy Trotter gave an update on the trio of companies. …
Longtime chef David Crews leads program By Mark H. Stowers The Bolivar Bullet For nearly two decades, students across the Delta got their culinary education in Greenwood at Mississippi Delta Community College’s Culinary School. Culinary Arts Instructor Chef David Crews has been with the program for 15 of the 16 years of its existence. This …
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