Matthew McConaughey’s brother played on Delta State golf team by Kristy Kitchings The Bolivar Bullet For many years, Academy Award winner, Matthew McConaughey has been one of Hollywood’s most noted actors on the silver screen. And, while many are familiar with his career, people may not be aware of his connections to Mississippi. McConaughey’s break-out …
James White’s passion for 35 years by aimee Robinette The Bolivar Bullet James White, affectionately known as Coach, has been teaching driver’s education since he retired 35 years ago from East Side High School. A man born to work with children, White has taught and inspired over 4,000 people to get behind the wheel with …
Historic railroad dismantled for metal during WWII By Keith Wood The Bolivar Bullet In the 1800s, the majority of the area of the Delta consisted of swamps and forests. Lumber was one of the main businesses, in addition to cotton farming. At the time, the only way to transport these mammoth timbers was by waterway. …
Tax assessor website updated, more user friendly by Jack Criss The Bolivar Bullet When it comes to the necessity of paying fees, renewing tags and collecting taxes, newly elected Assessor/Collector Will Hooker wanted people to spend more time online than in line during the COVID pandemic. Towards that end, the county’s website www.co.bolivar.ms.us added …
Teaching students healthier eating habits By Aimee Robinette The Bolivar Bullet Students and faculty at Bell Academy are enjoying the fruits and vegetables of their labor at the school’s Sprouting Garden. “The initial planning for the garden began with one parent who wanted to plant seeds of healthy habits for not only her children, but …
Portion of sales to sustain ministry by Aimee Robinette The Bolivar Bullet Zoe Coffee Co, which recently opened in historic downtown Cleveland offers a collection of rich brew blends from all over the world. Owner and Cleveland native, Taylor Summers says whether you prefer light or dark roasts, flavored or even decaf, customers will have …
Oversees Southern Bancorp in Shelby by Jack criss The Bolivar Bullet Born and raised in Shelby, Kerenski Robinson took several career detours, but ended up back home–and he’s very happy about that fact. Currently the Manager and Loan Officer of the Shelby, Drew and Lambert Southern Bancorp branches, Robinson brings a “wealth” of experience to …
Lara Bowman brings experience and enthusiasm to position by Jack criss The Bolivar Bullet Lara Bowman has been named the new CEO of the Cleveland/Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce, replacing longtime head Judson Thigpen who officially retired in September. The Poplarville native will also act as the Economic Development Director for the organization. Her official …
Cleveland Entergy employee takes the road less travelled Special to The Bolivar Bullet Taking the road less traveled can make for an interesting journey. On August 5, it led Terry Clark, a shift serviceman in Cleveland to save a man’s life. Clark was on his way to a service call in rural Bolivar County when he …
Longtime business acts as gathering place By Jack Criss The Bolivar Bullet Tom Humphrey gave his first haircut to his brother when he was 12 years old growing up in Shelby. Sixty-six years later, he’s still cutting hair in Shelby, but now with his son, Terrence, who together own Humphrey’s Barber Shop, a longstanding local business …
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