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Mississippi Delta and Delta Blues Shine in “Sinners”

Long before the first scare, “Sinners,” a new movie by Ryan Coogler of “Black Panther” and “Creed” fame, grips...

Greenwood Serves Up Smokin’ Good Time at Que on the Yazoo

Every spring, the rich aroma of slow-smoked ribs, pulled pork, and Southern spices drift over the banks of the...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Dr. Erin Jacobs Stagner

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

America at the Crossroads Guitar Exhibit Beckons May 30 2025-September 2025

Come for Guitars. Stay for Soul. Welcome to Greenwood, Mississippi, a place where the music moves. It flows from...

A Quick Getaway to Greenwood, Mississippi: Blues, Bites and Delta Charm

Looking for a break that feels like the soundtrack to your life? Greenwood, Mississippi, is calling your name. Whether...

Chasing the Blues: A Journey Through Historical Markers

The Mississippi Delta isn’t just a region – it’s the soul of the blues, where music rose from hardship,...

From Crossroads to Legends: Greenwood’s Role in Shaping the Blues

The Mississippi Delta Blues is more than music — it’s raw emotion, a powerful reflection of pain, struggle and...

Fire Up Your Appetite for Que on the Yazoo

When spring arrives in the Mississippi Delta, so does the unmistakable sizzle of slow-smoked barbecue, and in Greenwood, that...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Paul Brown

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Find Your Stride in Greenwood

Greenwood, Mississippi, is known for its rich history, Southern hospitality and vibrant culture. On March 22, 2025, the town...

Remembering Emmett Till: 70 Years Later

  Seventy years ago, on August 28, 1955, the brutal murder of Emmett Till shocked the nation and became...

Mulgrew Miller’s Jazz Legacy Stems from Greenwood’s Musical Influence

Mulgrew Miller, an influential jazz pianist known for his distinctive style and contributions to the distinct art form, was...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Forrest Hodge

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Beth Stevens

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Thomas Gregory

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Cyndi Long

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Greenwood CVB Named 2024 ESTO Awards Finalist

Greenwood, Mississippi Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is proud to announce we’ve been selected as a finalist for the...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Mayor Carolyn McAdams

For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful tapestry of stories,...

Remembering an Olympian, Hall of Famer, Legend, and Neighbor: Lusia “Lucy” Harris

While the name Lusia Harris may not ring a bell beyond the borders of Greenwood, Mississippi, the heart and...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Lisa Cookston

What is “soul?” For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Lydia & Emmett Chassaniol

  What is “soul”? For us, “soul” represents the unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a...

Greenwood is Blooming

Can’t Miss Attractions This Spring All around the country, spring is in the air. If you’re like us, as...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Mississippi Marshall

What is “soul”? For us, “soul” represents the unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful...

Greenwood Soul Mates – Kenny Tate

What is “soul?” For us, “soul” represents that unique essence each person contributes to their community, weaving a colorful...