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City of Clinton Issues Burn Ban
The City of Clinton has issued a burn ban effective immediately due to dry conditions, high winds and an increase in brush fires throughout the area.
Sam Beibers Art Exhibit at Clinton Visitor Center
Clintonian artist Sam Beibers presents “Trace Elements,” a series of watercolor paintings inspired by the Natchez Trace, at the Clinton Visitor Center. The exhibit runs until Saturday, December 14, with viewing hours: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Holiday hours may vary.
Prioritizing Play: Clinton’s Commitment to Playground Safety
The City of Clinton and the Clinton Public School District are prioritizing park and playground safety like never before. Chris Smith and Derrick Jenkins, technicians with CPSD, along with Reginald Crump, Parks Superintendent, and Matthew Robertson, Deputy Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, have achieved their Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certifications. This accomplishment highlights their dedication to providing safe, enjoyable play spaces for the Clinton communit …
Brighton Park Playground Closed for Renovations Beginning November 18
The City of Clinton is excited to announce the upcoming installation of a new inclusive playground at Brighton Park, designed to welcome children of all ages and abilities. This significant upgrade, part of the city’s commitment to enhancing local parks, will create a safe and accessible play environment with modern features to enrich the experience for all visitors. The new playground will feature poured-in-place rubber flooring, shade structures, and perimeter fencing, ensuring a safe and comf …
November 5 Board of Aldermen Meeting Overview
At the November 5, 2024, board meeting, Marlee Price, Director of Communications and Tourism, presented the Department Head Report. Price touched on several projects she has currently been working on, including the new “Work for Clinton” website landing page. She also highlighted her recent professional development trip to Scottsdale, Arizona for the Veneto Experience Lab. The immersive lab gave Price a new perspective on her role in communications and how she intends to inform and engage the co …
Lilly Grace Crawshaw: A 12-Year-Old Scout’s Tribute to Her Grandfather and Her Hometown
In the heart of Clinton, Mississippi, a young girl named Lilly Grace Crawshaw is making history. At just 12 years old, she’s on the brink of becoming the youngest female Eagle Scout in her community. But for Lilly, the journey is about more than badges and accolades; it’s a tribute to her late grandfather, who was also an Eagle Scout in his youth. Lilly’s determination to achieve this rank is fueled by her desire to honor her grandfather’s legacy, and she plans to receive her Eagle Scout status …