Stories from Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Leachville City Council held a public meeting Monday evening, to discuss applications for city park grant improvements, before their regular business meeting that followed. Mayor Rodney Robertson welcomed guests present, and City Treasurer Ruth Ann Keith reviewed two possible grants available for additions to the city park at 301 East Eleventh St...

The Mississippi County Finance committee met May 17 and discussed the possible uses for the American Rescue Fund. Under the plan from President Biden, Mississippi County is set to receive $7.9 million over a 3 to 5 year span. The plan’s objective is to address public health and economic challenges brought by COVID-19, such as support for vital public services and stabilization for households and businesses...