2022 Cleveland & Bolivar County Welcome Guide

WELCOME GUIDE CLEVELAND & BOLIVAR COUNTY

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ublisher Welcome to Cleveland and Bolivar County

Welcome to Cleveland and Bolivar County, Mississippi which is often referred to as the Center of the Mississippi Delta!

This is because Cleveland is located between Clarksdale, Greenwood, Indianola and Greenville and that is why our town continues to be the hub of our region of Mississippi.

Cleveland is also known as the home of Delta State University and for the town’s many shopping opportunities, entertainment venues, and restaurants. Additionally, our outdoor opportunities are almost limitless due to our location a few miles east of the Mississippi River.

Speaking of Delta State University, the school is not only a major attraction for students, but for others as well because of the variety of offerings that constantly take place on the DSU campus. These offerings range from major theatrical and musical productions at the

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Bologna Performing Arts Center, to sports events and conferences.

The GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi, is also one the town’s most noted attractions. In fact, it is the only GRAMMY Museum located outside of Los Angeles. Exhibits celebrate all genres of music and several times a year the museum features lectures and performances by some of the world’s most noted entertainers. Rock icon, Peter Frampton; country music great, Garth Brooks; blues singer Bobby Rush and current blues guitarist sensation KingFish; Geoff Emerick, who recorded The Beatles’ records; Roger Fisher, the founding member of the rock band, Heart; and Elvis Presley’s band are just a few of the many performers and music industry insiders who have appeared at the museum.

There is much to see and do in Cleveland and Bolivar County, Mississippi! We hope you enjoy your visit.

Scott Coopwood Publisher

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EDITORIAL AND BUSINESS OFFICE ADDRESSES Mailing Address: Coopwood Publishing Group Inc. Post Office Box 117 Cleveland, Mississippi 38732 Shipping Address: 125 South Court Street Cleveland, Mississippi 38732 Phone (662) 843-2700 Fax (662) 843-0505 Web Address: www.coopwood.net E-mail: pam@coopwood.net scott@coopwood.net

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hamber Director Welcome to Cleveland and Bolivar County It’s my pleasure to welcome you, if you are a visitor or local, to our beautiful community set in the heart of the Mississippi Delta.

In my role as the CEO of the Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce, I get asked monthly to speak to groups about Cleveland and Bolivar County. I always start with what is the heart and soul of a community– its people. The people are what make Cleveland one of the best small towns in the United States according to Smithsonian and Southern Living magazines.

The heart of any community is found in its downtown. I may be biased, but I believe Cleveland has the best downtown in Mississippi. A thriving downtown is a reflection of a thriving community. Without a strong and robust local industrial sector for jobs and a strong tourism presence drawing regional and international visitors to the GRAMMY Museum Mississippi and other attractions, there would not be a sustainable influx of visitors for our thriving downtown.

Court Street serves as a direct corridor into Delta State University from our downtown shops and restaurants. The students and faculty add the flair and excitement of making Cleveland a college town. From athletes to artists, you will find the fingerprints of DSU all over our community.

Our downtown is a reflection of the hard work of so many who volunteer countless hours to maintain the landscaping, organize the farmers market, and line up live music at venues across town. You truly never know what you will find taking place when you come downtown.

I hope you enjoy your time in Bolivar County. Feel free to stop by the Chamber of Commerce at 101 South Bayou Avenue (just look for the train depot downtown) or give us a call at 662-843-2712 if you have any questions or need to know where to eat or what to do while you are here.

Welcome, and we are glad you are here!

Lara Bowman CEO Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce

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orn into the vibrant heritage of the inimitable Mississippi Delta, Cleveland has a history as rich as the fertile farmland that lay hidden beneath the thick forests that were present when Bolivar County began in 1836. One of our strongest features is the various ethnicities that made their home here in Bolivar County— along with the rest of the Delta.

SOME FACTS: • We are the only Bolivar County in the USA • We are the 2nd largest county (geographically) in Mississippi; 906 square miles The Delta is an alluvial plain lying in the northwestern part of Mississippi, below Memphis, Tenn. It is the area of land situated between the Mississippi River to the west and the Yazoo River to the south. At its widest point, the Delta stretches roughly sixty miles to the east where the terrain

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changes abruptly to hills. This flat land was formed by deposits from the Mississippi River and its tributaries over eons of changing river courses and seasonal high water.

Prior to the building of the levee along the Mississippi, flooding was a constant, creating a swampy area that made navigation and settlement difficult. Those factors, along with a generally mild climate, combined to produce rich soil, great forests, and dense undergrowth. The Delta was a perfect habitat for wildlife—alligators, wolves, black bears, wildcats, foxes, beavers, otters, turkeys, panthers, deer, a variety of birds, and of course, mosquitoes—many of which are still present today. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, Bolivar County is bordered on the west by the Mississippi River and is home to several lakes and streams along with public hunting areas such as Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge, the Great River Road WMA, and Lake

Ariel view looking south over Downtown Cleveland

Charlie Capps. For more information, visit fws.gov/refuge/ Dahomey or mdwfp.com The first Deltans were mound-building Native Americans.

Although some of the mounds have been lost to time, many are still visible. Recently, the Mississippi Department of Archives and History created the Mississippi Mound Trail to bring awareness to these wonders. Each of the mounds on the trail can be viewed from public roadways and feature accompanying markers. trails.mdah.ms.gov The Spaniards exploring the New World in 1541 encountered these Native Americans along the Mississippi River. It is probable that Hernando De Soto “discovered” the River near Bolivar County. Other explorers followed the same general route—Marquette and Joliet in 1673 then LaSalle in 1682.

Over 100 years later exploration gave way to American

expansion. Mississippi received its statehood in 1817 and Bolivar County was formed in 1836. The Native Americans, through a series of treaties, were removed westward with Indian Point in southwestern Bolivar County, a main point of embarkation. The first few white settlers came to Bolivar County in the early 1800’s and more quickly followed as the word spread about the abundance of virgin timber, fertile soil, and open opportunities.

Where one can see a thriving town and community, there once was a thick swampland full of cypress and other species of trees with which the early residents carved out a life. Strong axmen cut down the forests and discovered that the soil beneath was 40-60 feet deep, so if they needed virgin soil, they simply dug deeper and struck planting gold every time. The “King of Crops” at that time was cotton— and this was the ideal location for the growing of the white

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wealth-maker. These bold gamblers braved the elements— flooding, mosquitoes, and subsequent disease to carve out farms, homes, and a government along the riverside. The county seat of Bolivar County moved several times before situating in Rosedale.

Much of the interior of the county remained virtually untouched except for a few small sawmill operations. In 1884 the Louisville, New Orleans, and Texas railroad was built through the Delta, passing through the eastern half of Bolivar County. Situated approximately halfway between Memphis and Vicksburg was a little sawmilling community which at various times was called Simms or Fontaine. The first railroad maps called it Coleman. The good fortune of being the halfway point meant that Coleman was a railroad stopping point and quickly businesses, homes, and schools were built. In 1886 Coleman was incorporated as the Town of Cleveland. The town grew steadily and by 12  2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE

1901 Cleveland was named the second county seat and a new courthouse was erected. Bolivar County is one of ten counties in Mississippi with two judicial districts.

The LNO & T Railroad was promptly absorbed by the Yazoo & Mississippi Valley RR. Spur tracks were built; crisscrossing the county as sawmill and stave operations began to rapidly clear the great forests with their steam equipment. Towns formed all along the railroad tracks as the railroad company encouraged settlement by making the acreage inexpensive to purchase. One of the most historic of these towns in Bolivar County is Mound Bayou, established by Isaiah T. Montgomery and other former slaves.

As more trees were cleared, more land was put into cultivation. In the early days, all of the planting and harvesting was done by hand. At the end of WWI, just as after the Civil War, African Americans left Bolivar County

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in great numbers, but many stayed, becoming tenant farmers. There was an increasing demand for labor and Delta planters began to recruit overseas. As early as the late 1880s the first Italians were making their home in Bolivar County. Chinese were recruited in much the same manner.

Jewish settlers arrived and began making their living as peddlers. By living frugally, the Chinese immigrants realized an opportunity to open their own markets and grocery stores. Italian farm laborers became farm owners. Jewish peddlers became store-front merchants. Other immigrant groups such as Mexicans and Lebanese came to the Delta came as well. Today, in addition to the first settlers of English, Scottish, German, Irish, and African descent, Bolivar County is its own “melting pot” of ethnicities.

The African-American influence in the county’s history is quite evident. Nearby Dockery Plantation is designated with a Blues Trail marker declaring the location as the

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probable “Birthplace of the Blues.” Many of the early Delta Bluesmen lived and worked around Dockery, influencing each other and educating the next generation. The railroad and the Blues go hand in hand as many Blues lyrics sing about the train either with sorrow or joy. Charley Patton wrote “Peavine Blues,” referring to the winding railroad that connected Dockery with Rosedale on the riverside. There are several Blues Trail markers scattered throughout the county and many a scenic back road will still take you there.

If you ask the right locals, you may actually find the real Crossroads where Robert Johnson reportedly sold his soul to the Devil. msbluestrail.org The City of Cleveland has always been fortunate to have forward-thinking leadership, but perhaps no group of City leaders has been more progressive than the elected officials in the early 1920s. As the State Legislature considered a location for a new Normal college, Cleveland became 2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE  13

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the obvious choice due to its central Delta location, the railroad, and the donation of land. However, perhaps the most important factor in the equation was the City leaders’ willingness to relocate the infamous Black Bear Saloon that was located between the depot and the soon-to-be Delta Normal College, now Delta State University. In the early 1950s the astute City leaders were able to attract Baxter Laboratories and MP & L’s Delta Steam Electric Station just north of town. The population of Cleveland basically doubled over the following decade.

Most recently, the City of Cleveland and Bolivar County, partnering with DSU, was able to see the realization of the GRAMMY Museum adjacent to Delta State’s campus. It is the most technologically advanced music museum in the world and the only other GRAMMY Museum outside of Los Angeles.

Although always looking ahead, Cleveland (cityofclevelandms.com) and Bolivar County (co.bolivar. ms.us) have developed an increasing appreciation for preservation and promoting our past. Cleveland is also home to the City of Cleveland’s Railroad Heritage Museum, housing the largest O gauge model layout in the southeast, thousands of railroad artifacts, and a 1941 Illinois Central 14  2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE

caboose, all paying tribute to our railroad beginnings. The Mississippi Delta Chinese Heritage Museum is located on the third floor of the Delta State Archives & Museum with both museums hosting outstanding displays and exhibits highlighting various facets of our history. The Boo Ferriss Baseball Museum, located beside the DSU baseball stadium, honors the late Red Sox pitcher and Hall of Famer, Boo Ferriss, a Shaw, Miss. native and legendary coach at DSU. The Amzie Moore House is the actual home of the late Civil Rights leader, which has been preserved and converted into a museum, paying tribute to his efforts. The home has also been designated as a stop on the Freedom Trail. visitmississippi.org Throughout Bolivar County, you will find numerous sites designated with historical markers, Blues Trail markers, and Freedom Trail markers. Cleveland is located on the Blues Highway (Hwy 61) and the western side of the county is home to the Great River Road (Hwy 1). Tourism has become a very integral part of the Mississippi Delta, and as we attract more and more visitors to our home here in Cleveland, we hope you enjoy your stay and we’d like to say: Welcome to Cleveland!

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PROUD TO SERVE Bolivar County and the City of Cleveland are protected by a dedicated group of volunteer fireman who are committed to meeting the needs of the citizens in the community. These brave men are always willing to protect and serve when called upon.

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IS THIS CLEVELAND, MISSISSIPPI? This is a typical question after one has the chance to browse the many retail spaces in Cleveland’s historic downtown.

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meeting place for farmers who would bring their finest harvest to market, Cleveland’s downtown now has all the charm with the history to match. The city relied heavily on its railroad, giving the downtown the shape of a rectangle rather than a traditional town square. The downtown area of Cleveland was constructed around the railroad, and though the tracks have long since been removed, there is still a hint of its history. In the old days, residents made their way downtown after work to browse in the various shops and visit with their neighbors and friends.

That still holds true today as the heart of every Southern community is its downtown, and Cleveland’s is vibrant and growing.

The award-winning Historic Crosstie Shopping District offers a diverse array of specialty shops, antique stores and cafés within walking distance.

Visitors come from all over the country to experience the picturesque main-street stores, offering big-city shopping in a small-town atmosphere. The historic look of Cleveland lends an old-world charm, while the wares inside offer modern-day amenities and selections.

With a walking trail through the middle of downtown and a bike trail on the south side, both offer beautiful views and comfortable seating areas for those wanting to stroll

and exercise while taking in the beauty of Cleveland’s landscape.

With the easy park-and-stroll setup of downtown Cleveland, it is easy to see why so many people come to spend a day walking the brick sidewalks, perusing the latest merchandise and one-of-a-kind items, and eating lunch at one of our fabulous downtown establishments.

Grab lunch to go from one of our many eateries and sit under the gazebo, designed by the late Felix Hammack for residents and visitors alike to enjoy the sights and sounds of downtown.

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WHY I LOVE

SHOPPING IN CLEVELAND

I love that I can always find exactly what I need with a quick visit to our local shops.

Whether I am looking for home goods, apparel, shoes, or the perfect gift, I never stress because the stores have me covered for every person and event. My favorite part about shopping locally is the customer service I always experience. We are so lucky to have these businesses, their incredible owners and staff!

– Brittany McClendon

GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi,

The best thing to me about shopping in Cleveland, besides the wonderful selection, is how convenient everything is. I can park my car and shop for a variety of different things in just a few steps. That is such a rare thing and I hope our community understands how blessed we are to have a thriving downtown.

– Kelli Williams Farm Bureau Insurance

Cleveland has so many unique shops located in the downtown area, with many restaurants nearby. Also, it helps invest in local prosperity.

– Stacy Davis

North Sunflower Medical Center

I always try to shop local, Cleveland, Bolivar County as much as possible so we can keep our money in our community.

This helps our businesses grow, so our children and grandchildren will be able to continue this Delta tradition.

– Darry Davis

Davis Insurance Services and Darry's Food & Drink

I appreciate the convenience of shopping downtown, but I also really like the varied price points and hometown service. I find that all of our downtown merchants are willing to go that extra mile to make the shopping experience pleasant for everyone.

– Cade Holder

Team Cleveland Main Street

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ANTIQUES CLEVELAND COLLECTIVE 172 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 902-0590

NEYSA’S FIRESIDE SHOP

109 North Street / Corner of Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3311

MOONSTRUCK FLEA MARKET 150 East North Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 444-3532 (FLEA) moonstruckfleamarket.com

ROSSON & COMPANY

140 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3986 rossonco.com

BOOK STORES COTTON ROW BOOKSTORE 333 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7083

THE DELTA CHRISTIAN 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 641-6620

CLOTHING STORES ABRAHAM’S CLOTHING SHOPPE

DELTA OUTDOORS 3755 US-61 North Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-9109

FACTORY CONNECTION 407 South Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1281 factory-connection.com

GILBOW’S

138 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-1151

GOODYS

415 South Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-9129

H SQUARED BOUTIQUE 126 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4504 hsquaredladieswear.com

HEIDI’S

110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3950 heidisonline.com

INVENTORY CLOTHING 114 North Street Cleveland, MS 38732 228-243-6227

IT'S FASHION METRO 604 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1970

JIMMY JAZZ

400 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6886

136 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4541 abrahamsclothing.com

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349 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 400-3038 118 East Sunflower, Suite A Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1818 kutworksboutique.com

LOOKING GOOD

408 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1367

MOD + PROPER

166 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 400-3111

PUNKIN PATCH

GIFTS CLEVELAND COLLECTIVE 172 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3802

HEIDI’S

134 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0434

110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3950 heidisonline.com

SAN’S TOUCH

NEYSA’S FIRESIDE SHOP

106A North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 400-3122

109 North Street / Corner of Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3311

SIPPI GYRLZ

207 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 588-7554

TEN TWENTY FOUR

154 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 579-3325 tentwentyfourstore.com

THE RUSTIC NAIL

158 North Sharpe Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4951

THE WISHING WELL

341 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7881 shopthewishingwell.com

FRAME SHOPS AD-VENTURE FRAMES 205 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6232 adventureframes.net

COTTON ROW FRAME SHOP, LLC 329 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-6175

JEWELRY STORES BRITT JEWELRY

104 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7464 brittjewelry.com

ROSSON & COMPANY

140 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3986 rossonco.com

POTTERY MCCARTYS

101 St. Mary Street Merigold, MS 38759 (662) 748-2293 mccartyspottery.com

PETER’S POTTERY

301 Fortune Avenue Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-2283 peters-pottery.net 2019 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE F 35 2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE  35

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FLOWER SHOPS

ACE HARDWARE

CLEVELAND FRESH

401 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8200 acehardware.com

ANGIE’S PRODUCE

117 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 441-0500

FLOWERS & THINGS

401 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-6340

160 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-6136 flowersnthingsofcleveland.com

FACTORY DIRECT FURNITURE

HAPPY PETALS FLOWERS AND GIFTS

4115 Highway 8 East Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-6944 FactoryDirectMS.net

MISSISSIPPI CONSIGNMENT SALES 601 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3388

PAUL’S MART

612 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-2719

DELTA OUTDOORS

3755 Highway 61 North Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-9109 deltaoutdoors.business.site

WAL-MART #1530

710 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6567

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327 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4059 happypetalsflowersandgifts.com

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TICKLE THE KEYS Nothing brings people together like music!

A few local students and teachers made the downtown area a little brighter with the addition of several hand-painted pianos that are available for any aficionado to play or conduct an impromptu lesson. The pianos are meant to be played, not just looked at. The hashtag #keeptunedcleveland took flight when the instruments were placed in their new homes in several prime locations.

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DINING OUT, MISSISSIPPI-DELTA STYLE. When visiting the Delta, guests can be assured of one thing — food will be plenty.

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he South is known for home cooked meals, spicy hot tamales, and mouth watering barbecue, and we will not disappoint.

Bolivar County is known for such fare alongside other traditional favorites. Feel like a plate of crispy fried chicken?

Look no further. Most every restaurant serves this essential dish their own way, not every recipe for the crunchy crust is the same. You may need to eat it once a day to choose your favorite.

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A unique pairing in the Delta is on several Friday lunch menus –– spaghetti and fried catfish. This combo is a nod to our Italian community and our favorite fish.

Feel free to indulge yourself with our barbecue. From pulled pork plates to falling off the bone ribs, you will discover the Delta way is the only way. Barbecue joints can be found in most towns in the four corners of Bolivar County, and we encourage you to try them all. Served with Coleslaw, baked beans, barbecue is a delicacy you will love.

Hot tamales have become the stuff of legend in our region, bringing in guests from all over the world who seek to name the best there is. The tradition of this Delta staple is a historic tale, and the tamale even found fame in

blues songs such as Robert Johnson’s “Red Hot.” Read up on the history of the delicious corn husked-delicacy at tamaletrail.com. Bolivar County even has a few restaurants featured on the interactive trail, created by the Southern Foodways Alliance. Whether you like yours covered with chili and cheese or with a few packs of saltines, you can get your fill right here in Cleveland alone.

Steaks, seafood and good old fashion hamburgers also grace the menus of our restaurants. Cooked to perfection and served with a side of fries, yes, please! Find seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee and other Southern staples on our menus.

Need a cup of joe to keep you going? Cleveland is home to numerous coffee shops ready to get you on your way.

These quaint little spots are made for relaxing, having a good conversation with friends or even finishing up a term paper. Wake up and smell the gourmet coffee!

The Delta is also known for its soul food or also known as country cooking. Lunch buffets are filled with locallysourced veggies, pans of cornbread, greens with pot liquor and smothered pork chops. Leave full and satisfied with our traditional Southern cuisine.

While all this sounds full of calories, we also appreciate a good salad, mushroom burger and other vegetarian dishes for those who are health-conscious.

Brunch has caught on and Cleveland has several morning spots that serve Bloody Marys, Mimosas and twists on typical breakfast items.

Last but not least, we are known for our fresh, hot and spicy crawfish! Keep your eyes open for restaurants who serve this treat, and if you are unfamiliar with this Cajun favorite, a local will be happy to show you the proper way to pop them in your mouth.

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WHY I LOVE

DINNING IN CLEVELAND I enjoy dining in Cleveland restaurants because so many of them have a very appealing atmosphere. The staff at some of my favorites are always friendly so that makes for an enjoyable experience.

– Lacarius Acoff

Abrahams Mens Shop

Eating out with three young kids is quite an adventure, but thankfully Cleveland has great children-friendly options. Or, if me and my wife are looking for a date night or live music there are many options for that too. Our food scene really is something to brag about!

– Brett Boykin

SouthGroup Insurance

I love dining in Cleveland because our local restaurateurs put so much love into their own dishes, creating that unique Delta ‘flair’.

– Tricia Walker

Big Front Porch Productions

I love dining in Cleveland because we have several locally-owned restaurants that not only have wonderful food and great service, but also have owners who are always willing to accommodate your needs and support the community.

– Michelle Roberts

Delta State University

We love eating in Cleveland because of the wonderful food, award-winning chefs, and the friendly atmosphere of our restaurants. Dining out in the Delta is an “event,” and something we enjoy sharing with our family and friends.

– John Cox Cox and Moore, PLLC

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RESTAURANTS AVOCADOS

405 Industrial Parkway Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4416

A LA CARTE ALLEY

111 South Court Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4229 alacartealley.com

AIRPORT GROCERY

3608 Highway 61 North Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4817

BACK YARD BURGER

314 East Carpenter Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-9063 backyardburgers.com

BACKDRAFT

337 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-9991

BAR FONTAINE

215 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 444-6328 barfontaine.com

BELLAZAR’S INC

114 South Gaines Highway Boyle, MS 38730 (662) 846-8943

CAPTAIN D’S

800 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7575

CATFISH CABIN

575 Highway 61 Boyle, MS 38730 (662) 846-0004 catfishcabinboylems.com

CRAWDAD’S

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CRUSTACEANS

724 South Davis Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 836-6456

DARRY'S FOOD & DRINK 112 East T.M. Jones Hwy Boyle, MS 38730 (662) 545-4365

DAYLIGHT DONUTS

316 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 721-9999

DELTA DAIRY

113 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4859 deltadairy.com

DELTA MEAT MARKET 215 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 444-6328 deltameatmarket.com

DOMINOS

425 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3663 (662) 417-3909 dominos.com

THE GALLERY

LENNYS

1307 Highway 8 West Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-5100 lennys.com

LITTLE CHINA

207 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-1668

LOST PIZZA CO.

3745 Highway 61 North Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1300 lostpizza.com

MEXICO GRILL

604 North Davis Avenue Suite 106 F Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3383

MISSISSIPPI GROUNDS 219 South Court Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4528 mississippigrounds.com

MISSISSIPPI KITCHEN

1300 Highway 8 Building A Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 441-3907

100 Sunflower Road Merigold, MS 38759 (662) 748-2754 mccartyspottery.com

MOSQUITO BURRITO

HEY JOE’S

NO WAY JOSE

118 East Sunflower Road, Suite C Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-5425 eatheyjoes.com

J&W SMOKEHOUSE

419 South Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 579-8355

LA MICHOACANO

1104 West Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 402-3497

118 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4822 1321 Highway West Suite 2 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4929

OUR DELTA TABLE

323 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-7458

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA 903-A Oak Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7272 papajohns.com

PAPA ROC’S

3442 Highway 8 West Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4525 paparocsms.com

PICKLED OKRA BAR & GRILL

201 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8510

SAKURA

WING HAVEN

WAL-MART #1530

400 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4271

710 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6567 walmart.com

ZAXBY’S

PIGGLY WIGGLY

804 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 579-3043 zaxbys.com

8 WEST GRILLE

403 Industrial Parkway Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4953

1300 Highway 8 Building B Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 441-2219

SENATOR’S PLACE

122 HANG SUITE

128 South Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7434

SONIC DRIVE IN

409 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4389 sonicdrivein.com

THE BAR

717 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 588-9600

THE WAREHOUSE

229 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7223 (662) 402-1563

THE SWEETERY BAKESHOP 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4529 thesweeterygourmet.com

TOKYO EXPRESS

415 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6999

UNCLE JO’S

1321 Highway 8 West Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 719-4935

122 West North Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545- 4627

301 BAR & GRILL

301 Cotton Row Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545- 4584

GROCERY STORES LAMPARD’S WHOLESALE MEATS 4146 Highway 8 East Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3624

KROGER

602 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0834 kroger.com

VANCE'S MEAT & GROCERY 3604 US Highway 61 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4551

VOWELL’S MARKETPLACE

207 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0023 vowellsmarketplace.com

600 Highway 8 East Rosedale, MS 38769 759-6545

LIQUOR STORES B & T LIQUOR

299 Gaines Highway Boyle, MS 38730 (662) 402-7370

CECIL’S PACKAGE STORE 916 South Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4907

LEE ST. PACKAGE STORE

500 South Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-9722

TJ’S SPIRITS

1415 Highway 8 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-5386

WARE WINE & SPIRITS

600 North Davis Avenue, Suite 3 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6688

WHOLE CELLARS PACKAGE STORE

506 Third Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 7193500

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FOR A DEEPER INSIGHT INTO WHY THE DELTA IS THE WAY IT IS, take a look inside our museums.

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he Delta is a melting pot of many ethnicities, and we embrace them all.

If you are a music lover, GRAMMY Museum Mississippi is a must see on your tour. This interactive museum opened in the Spring of 2016 and celebrates our state as the “Birthplace of America’s Music.” Located near the campus of Delta State University, the 28,000 square foot museum features a 140 seat state-of-the-art theater and houses more than two dozen exhibits that explore great music, from rock and hip-hop to country, classical, Latin, R&B, and jazz. GRAMMY Museum Mississippi also offers diverse educational and public programs featuring films, lectures, and live performances. Peter Frampton came alive with an intimate concert that showed us all the way. Who knows who may give a surprise performance?

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With the additions of GRAMMY Week that features current Mississippi talent and award nominees, and even more down-home events such as Kids Rock the Red Carpet, you won’t find a better spot for excitement and music. For more information, visit their website at grammymuseums.org.

Keeping with music, the Delta is home of the Blues and there is no better place to explore this topic than at Dockery Farms. Situated east of Cleveland, Dockery claims famed Blues musician, Charley Patton, whose parents moved to the farm seeking a better life. His influence reached 100s of musicians who patterned their play after this legend.

Dockery Farms is open year round and from dawn until dusk. This storied piece of property has the soul and spirit to give Blues lovers an authentic dose.

Dockery Farms is also one of many places to be the site where Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil. If fabled tales are your thing, Rosedale and Clarksdale also claim to be the spot which rock musicians have noted in their songs.

Eric Clapton “believed” the riverside city to be the spot and recorded Crossroads, an ode to Johnson who wrote the original. Not only did Clapton find the story intriguing, so did

Hollywood, and in 1986, the movie by the same title was filmed in the Delta and starred Ralph Macchio, Jami Gertz and Steve Vai, a guitar god in his own right.

Crossroads is one of many films set in the Delta, and in recent years more and more directors have come calling.

Son, which was filmed in Cleveland and other parts of the Delta, stars Emile Hirsch, and has cameos by numerous residents. Our biggest claim to fame is Baby Doll, set in Benoit on the westside of the county. The Baby Doll House still stands and is used as a venue for weddings, dinner parties and any Southern get together.

While staying on Miss. Highway 1, there are nearly twenty Blues Trail markers in the county that stretch from the Great River Road, Highway 1, to Highway 61, known as the Blues Highway. Visit the places where blues music was sung, created, danced to, and is still enjoyed today.

For a complete driving map of Bolivar County markers, visit visitclevelandms.com, or msbluestrail.org, where there are also smart phone apps that can be downloaded.

If you are looking for a little guidance or information on guided tours of the history and heritage of the area,

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then The Delta Center for Culture and Learning is a mustvisit. The Delta Center, located at Delta State University, strives to promote a greater understanding of the history and culture of the Mississippi Delta and its significance to the world. The Delta Center is an excellent resource for learning more about the region’s history and culture.

Visit The Delta Center’s website at deltacenterdsu. com for more information.

From music to trains to civil rights to sports heroes, Cleveland has museums and displays that visitors from all over flock to see.

At the Martin and Sue King Railroad Heritage Museum there are many displays, old photos, railroad maps and interesting artifacts that tell the story of how the railway shaped the land, put our town on the map, and was imperative to the future of Bolivar County and the Delta. By preserving and promoting the history of the area, that story can be told through the museum’s collection. Along with the displays, there is a full model railroad that runs through “Anytown,” Mississippi. The incredible detail, sounds, and scale of the train are enjoyable to both children and adults.

Local craftsmen bring this exhibit to life, and is one spot on a tour of the Delta you don’t want to miss. For more information, call (662) 843-3377.

Located at Delta State is the Charles W. Capps, Jr. Archives and Museum. With displays ranging from Delta State history to old maps of the area, the museum is a source of great information about our area. Another unique and exciting offering is the Mississippi Delta Chinese Heritage Museum, located on the third floor of the Capps Archives.

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One of the important Freedom Trail markers in the South, can be found in Cleveland at the Amzie Moore House Museum and Interpretive Center. Moore was instrumental in the crusade for rights for all, and his home on Chrisman Street saw meetings with Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, Martin Luther King Jr., and Bobby Kennedy. Civil Rights were honed in the Delta.

Cleveland also is known for sports legend, Dave “Boo” Ferriss, who played for the Boston Red Sox and served as longtime baseball coach at Delta State University. By visiting Inning by Inning: A Life in Baseball, The Dave “Boo” Ferriss Museum, baseball enthusiasts are able to see Ferriss’ career chronicled through personal artifacts and photos from his early days in Shaw, Mississippi, to his Boston Red Sox days, and finally of his successful coaching career at Delta State. This museum is a must-see for sports fans.

To schedule visits to the Chinese Heritage Museum, Amzie Moore House, and Boo Ferriss Museum, please contact the Capps Archives at (662) 846-4780.

If you love outdoors, Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge is located fifteen miles southwest of Cleveland, and was established in 1990 when the Nature Conservancy purchased 9,269 acres and leased the land back to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for management. This is an ideal spot for birdwatching, searching for interesting plant life and native animals. The Prothonotary Warbler is a beautiful yellow bird that can be found in the refuge in the summer. There are thousands of indigenous species of life to discover.

For more information, call (662) 742-3378.

Don't know where the tracks lead?

Let us show you!

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elta State

IF CLEVELAND IS THE HEART OF THE MISSISSIPPI DELTA, then Delta State University is the heartbeat.

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f you head west at the intersection of U.S. Highway 61 and MS-8, you’ll discover the hub of educational excellence, athletic pride and cultural enrichments for the region—Delta State University.

Perhaps best known for its successful alumni like former CEO and chairman of UPS David Abney; record-breaking athletes like Lusia “Lucy” Harris; renowned coaches including Margaret Wade and Boo Ferriss; and of course,

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its beloved unofficial mascot, The Fighting Okra. Delta State and the Mississippi Delta region have enjoyed a mutually beneficial relationship that has lasted more than 90 years.

Delta State’s beginnings can be traced back to 1922, when formal talks began with the Mississippi Legislature and other state entities and leaders to establish a state institution of higher learning in Cleveland. Through an organized effort by Cleveland business and political leaders, citizens rallied for Delta State Teachers College, and their hard work brought the university to Cleveland.

On June 7, 1924, Delta State Teachers College opened with a faculty of eleven and an enrollment of 123. In 1955, the name was changed to Delta State College due to the expanding educational programs offered. In 1974, Delta State College became Delta State University.

While DSU began as a teachers college, and still

produces some of the best and brightest educators in the state, the University has made several additions to its curriculum. DSU houses a College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Aviation, College of Education and Human Sciences, as well as the Robert E. Smith School of Nursing, and Graduate and Continuing Studies.

Students can receive degrees in Fine Arts, Science, Business Administration, Music, Music Education, Nursing, Education, Social Work and General Studies.

To further their education, students can receive a master’s degree in Professional Accountancy, Business Administration, Science, Education, Educational Specialist, Applied Sciences, Nursing, Liberal Studies, Natural Science, and Science in Social Justice and Criminology.

The University also offers several unique educational opportunities, such as the state’s only bachelor’s and

master’s degree in commercial aviation. In Oct. 2018, FedEx pledged $500,000 over five years to support aviation scholarships intended to help offset climbing educational costs to train the next generation of aviation professionals.

Delta State is one of only seven universities nationwide selected for the grants under the new FedEx Purple Runway Aviation Scholarship Program.

The Center for Interdisciplinary Geospatial Information Technologies is an independent unit of the College of Arts and Sciences and has grown considerably over the past several years. The mission of the center is to provide geospatial services, accessible education and training, and institutional knowledge for geospatial information technologies to the widest possible audience, and particularly, the mid-Delta region. Recently, the center became a Regional Support Office for the United Nations 2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE  61

Platform for Space-based Disaster Management and Emergency Response, the only one in North America.

The Robert E. Smith School of Nursing houses another signature program at Delta State. From the bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in nursing to the RN-BSN Completion Program, Delta State fills hospitals and medical facilities with quality nursing professionals.

While many students come to DSU from the Delta region, the University offers no out-of-state tuition fees, attracting those from other areas of the country. On the international front, the University is also expanding its footprints with students from forty-two countries currently represented on campus.

With the Mississippi Delta being the birthplace of American music, DSU opened the Delta Music Institute (DMI) Recording Studios in the spring of 2009. DMI is also home to the DMI Mobile Music Lab, a mobile music technology facility serving upper elementary through high school students in the Mississippi Delta.

Through the Delta Music Institute, an exciting new chapter has begun at the GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi, the first sanctioned GRAMMY Museum® outside of Los Angeles that has recently been built on the campus of Delta State University.

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recently added at DSU. The program is situated in the former Odealier Morgan Laundry building and features a state-of-the-art Mac Lab, a green screen area, 2D and 3D animation technology and a voice-over booth across 6,000 square feet. DSU is the only program in the state to offer an Animation concentration.

Delta State is also home of the Bologna Performing Arts Center, a multi-disciplinary facility that provides firstclass arts and entertainment for DSU and the region. The BPAC, as it is called locally, opened its doors in 1995. The main performance hall consists of 1,178 seats in the Delta & Pine Land Theater and 135 seats in the Recital Hall. It has earned recognition as one of the premier houses for entertainment and arts in Mississippi and the Southeast.

In 2000, The Delta Center for Culture and Learning was launched, designed to promote greater understanding of Mississippi Delta culture and history and its significance to the world through education, partnerships and community engagement. The Delta Center serves as the management entity of the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area (MDNHA) and is the home of the International Delta Blues Project and the National Endowment for the Humanities’ Most Southern Place on Earth workshops for K-12 educators.

In addition to its educational and cultural influences,

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Delta State serves as an economic powerhouse in the region and beyond.

Delta State has a $175 million positive impact on the Mississippi Delta, which breaks down as $44 million in direct spending, and $110 million in knowledge impact of $81 million in increased alumni earnings, $27 million in social benefits and $2 million in cultural benefits. DSU supports roughly 550 jobs, including more than 400 fulltime employees. Delta State further provides more than 207,000 hours in community development activities such as health, education and civic outreach.

DSU continues to refine and update programs as well as renovate building, structures and roadways for a fresh look on campus. In the past year, Delta State has completed a number of renovation projects designed to enhance the campus and make it a more efficient environment for students, faculty, staff and the community.

With funds from the Mississippi Department of Transportation, the University recently completed Phase One of a sidewalk project, which included resurfacing sidewalks located on the south end of campus. Work on Phase Two is expected to commence soon.

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In May 2021, the University celebrated the grand opening of its new President’s Home that is utilized as residence for the University’s first family as well as a public event space for University functions.

Another building, the Young-Mauldin Cafeteria (affectionately called “the spaceship” for its circular building) recently underwent a $9.2 million renovation that DSU President William N. LaForge compared to “a mall with a food court.”

The cafeteria is a top dining choice for community members, who frequently visit for fried chicken on Wednesdays and the Delta delicacy, catfish, on Fridays.

Additionally, the Mill food court, located inside of the H.L. Nowell Union, recently underwent a $2 million renovation and now features a full-service Chick-fil-A, a Firehouse Subs, an expanded Burrito Bowl, along with the popular Starbucks.

The University also recently renovated the William H. Zeigel Music Center, named for the late William Henry Zeigel, who came in 1925 as the first academic dean and served until his retirement in 1947. Zeigel now boasts a large rehearsal room for band, a recital hall which seats two hundred people, seventeen studio offices, fifteen practice

rooms and classrooms for music.

The University is looking to kick-off a renovation and expansion project to the Robert E. Smith School of Nursing building soon. The project will add classrooms, several working labs as well as other renovations of the existing building.

For Delta State sport fans, Statesmen Boulevard is a scenic route that was created to improve gameday traffic. The boulevard extends from Miss. Highway 8 to the west side of the football stadium. There were structural improvements to the streets around and in front of the stadium— new sidewalks and street lighting were installed, storm drainage piping and fencing were constructed and fresh greenery, shrubbery and flowers added the final touch. Nothing says welcome to DSU like Statesmen Boulevard!

One of eight public universities in Mississippi, Delta State University continues to receive accolades from across the educational spectrum for the many world-class academic programs the school offers. Additionally, Delta State’s sports teams have won many regional and national championships, drawing much positive attention to the University.

Delta State is where one of the greatest women’s basketball players, Lusia “Lucy” Harris, gained national and international attention, as she led the women’s basketball team, under the tenure of the legendary Coach Margaret Wade, to three national titles from 1975-1977. Harris would go on to earn many more accolades, including scoring the first basket in women’s Olympics basketball history during the ‘76 Olympics and to be the first one woman drafted to the NBA. The tradition of championships remains strong with Delta State Athletics boasting fifteen national championship titles—more than any other program in the state—thirtyfive regional championships and fifty-two conference titles in their storied history.

In 2021, the Delta State Swim Team added to that total, bringing home four national titles from the NCAA Division II National Championships.

Delta State’s Ronald G. Mayers Aquatics Center, which opened in 2001, is a 46,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility. The center includes a sixty-meter by twenty-fiveyard pool with moveable bulkheads, plus a separate diving well. It has enough seating to accommodate over 2,500 swimming enthusiasts. The center also has men’s and 2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE  65

women’s dressing rooms, an athletic training area, offices for the staff and two large classrooms.

In over eighty years of competition, no other Mississippi university has enjoyed the level of success Delta State University has achieved on the field.

The Lady Statesmen have claimed six national titles in women’s basketball in the program’s illustrious history.

Coach Wade guided the Lady Statesmen to the first threepeat in women’s intercollegiate basketball in the mid-1970s.

Lloyd Clark would pick up where Wade left off, guiding DSU to three NCAA Division II crowns from 1989-1992.

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In 2004, Mike Kinnison, a former manager turned AllAmerican shortstop turned Statesmen skipper, directed Delta State’s baseball program to its first NCAA Division II National Championship, after Coach Dave “Boo” Ferriss and Coach Bill Marchant had paved the way. In 2019 Kinnison became the sixth director of athletics. His 23rd and final season as baseball skipper concluded with his eighth GSC championship.

The Statesmen football program reached the “higher ground” in 2000, as former coach Steve Campbell directed the program to the national title with a thumping of Bloomsberg at Braly Municipal Stadium in Florence, Alabama.

Delta State continues to build upon this momentum through the leadership of President William N. LaForge, DSU’s eighth leader. A Cleveland native with a 36-year career in both the public and private sectors in Washington, D.C., LaForge has brought a fresh perspective on finances, student relations and how the community—his community —can work to the benefit of both Cleveland and Delta State.

LaForge is not only an alum; he is also a legacy.

His father, Dr. William LaForge, was a longtime history professor and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, whose namesake building, the Roberts-LaForge Library, rests on the south side of the campus.

Delta State continues to be the leader in education in the Mississippi Delta, and the University is proud to be situated in Cleveland, the heart of the Mississippi Delta.

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“DSU has been a fantastic journey for me in both academics and athletics, as I’ve been a member of the Statesmen tennis team. The MBA gave me the knowledge I need for my future as a professional; the professors are always willing to help.

The atmosphere on campus is great. I’ve made friendships that will last a lifetime—it’s like a big family.”

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enjoy a meal WE’RE BACK open AT DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY

TO THE COMMUNITY YOUNG MAULDIN DINING HALL MONDAY - FRIDAY Breakfast: 7am - 9:30 am Lunch: 11:00am - 2:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

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Spicy Chicken Sandwich meal Hook & Ladder Salad

Beef & Cheddar Brisket

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HERE’S TO A GOOD TIME! The Pour Mississippi Beer and Music Festival is an annual event and is coordinated by the Keep Cleveland Boring Organization. The name of this organization may confuse some, but the real goal is the erase the phrase, “Cleveland is Boring.” The idea is to inspire people to come together in support of the many activities available to the community.

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RAMMY Museum Mississippi

THE STARS ALIGNED IN CLEVELAND, MISSISSIPPI, when GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi opened its doors in March 2016.

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ow celebrating its fifth anniversary, the Museum honors all forms of recorded music in words, pictures, art, film, and sound. It’s a venue where visitors, young and seasoned, enjoy the unique opportunity to live in a moment of music. You hear it. You see it. You even feel it. It’s an experience like none other in the world.

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a non-profit organization developed in 2011, the 28,000-square-foot, $20 million GRAMMY Museum Mississippi is housed near the campus of Delta State University. Similar to its sister Museum—GRAMMY Museum® L.A. Live—GRAMMY Museum Mississippi is dedicated to exploring the past, present and future of music, and the cultural context from which it emerges, while casting a focused spotlight on the deep musical roots of Mississippi.

“Mississippi didn’t give just the blues to the world,” said Emily Havens, Executive Director for GRAMMY Museum Mississippi. “It has given all forms of American music to the world.”

While the Museum celebrates recorded music in its

entirety, special tribute is paid to Mississippi’s GRAMMY winners and nominees. Almost eight percent of all GRAMMY Hall Of Fame® songs have been recorded by artists born in the Magnolia State. The Museum features a room where the autographs of these artists are etched in wood—familiar names such as Elvis Presley, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Leontyne Price, Faith Hill, Bo Diddley, Mary Wilson of the Supremes, Britney Spears, Ike Turner, and a long list of many more.

“Cleveland is the heart of Mississippi’s music culture, representing all genres of music and having the GRAMMY Museum in our community beautifully captures the what music has meant to each of us,” said Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lara Bowman.

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COMMUNITY & EDUCATION

The Museum is situated near the university’s Delta Music Institute—Mississippi’s sole accredited music industry studies program. It is also close to the Bologna Performing Arts Center, a world-class facility that hosts entertainers from all over the world.

Eighty percent of the Museum’s focus is devoted to education, which underlines its mission to bring the power of music to youth of all backgrounds. Students in the Delta and surrounding areas have the opportunity to learn about music through interactive activities, workshops, one-onone instruction, internships, jobs, student exchanges, and simply the opportunity to meet talented musicians in person.

“The Museum gives kids a worldly perspective,” said Havens. “It shows young people they can be creative and successful in music and art, and it teaches them how to turn those talents into careers.”

A FEW OF THE HIGHLIGHTS

If you’re in Cleveland, you can’t miss the Museum.

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were very careful to place structural symbols and reminders of the history of the Mississippi Delta and its way of life.

In the separate front room of the Museum display area, you will be treated to the special traveling exhibits. Currently, Stronger Together: The Power of Women in Country Music will be on display now until the end of April 2021. Recently added, Willie Mitchell & The Music of Royal Studios will be on display through 2021.

After a walk through the main lobby, you enter the permanent display section of the museum. The GRAMMY® Award itself has gone through five iterations since its inception in 1959. In The Evolution of the GRAMMY Award exhibit, learn about the Colorado family who has hand-made the GRAMMY® over seven generations. This area of the Museum has massive monitors that feature a continuous feed of scenes from the most recent GRAMMY Award ceremonies.

Neon-lit vertical columns featuring GRAMMY Award winners by decade, grab your attention as you continue through exhibits. Each column has a touch-screen device that allows you to research the songs, performers, and lyrics from each decade’s Album of the Year Award and even listen to the big hits on headsets.

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American culture. Watch and listen as Elvis twists his hips on the Ed Sullivan Show or when peace and love prevailed at Woodstock.

You’ll have a blast in the History of Dance exhibit space, where GRAMMY-winner Ne-Yo is ready to teach you some of his signature dance steps. As he instructs in “real life” from an oversized monitor, you learn the dance by following a sequence of lighted tiles in the floor. Step, step, step— it’s easy. And it’s fun!

Now you’re ready to write, record, and produce a blues song, or a song from any genre of your choice, in a realistic studio setting. Write the lyrics and rehearse the song alongside three-time GRAMMY-winning blues musician Keb’ Mo’. Your song is recorded and then sent to the production studio, where Keb’ Mo’ talks you through 80  2022 CLEVELAND WELCOME GUIDE

the process of producing the sound. You choose the instruments, levels, and volume. It’s all yours! Your finished song is saved to the Museum database.

The Mono To Surround exhibit demonstrates how sound has advanced for the consumers of recorded music. You enter an isolated booth that fits several people and features several speakers positioned throughout the room. Hit the start button, and a list of songs appears on the flat-screen monitor. Select a song and hear how it sounds on a wax cylinder, a gramophone, and monophonic to stereophonic 78-RPM discs. Finally, you’ll hear your song in today’s state-of-the-art, high-definition 5.1 surround sound. We’ve come a long way, baby!

Roland Corporation is one of the most elite manufacturers of electronic musical instruments. In the Roland Room, you

have the chance to play those instruments as though you’re performing a concert—complete with stage and overhead lights. Play the drums, the keyboards, the guitar—tear it up! You’re the only one who can hear your sound on the headset you’re wearing. Live in your own musical world while playing amazing quality Roland instruments.

The final exhibit, The Mississippi Gallery, is dedicated to Mississippi’s GRAMMY Award winners and nominees.

Pull up a seat at the Mississippi Music Bar and use the touch screen to discover all the artists who hail from the Magnolia State. Learn about the people and listen to their groundbreaking songs. View artifacts from Mississippi artists as you follow the Mississippi Music Trails, a map showing locations of award winners and a timeline of the state’s contributions to country music and the blues.

It gets even better. Wrap up your experience at the Mississippi Music Table, a remarkable interactive display that lets you and your friends get in on the action. The table is twelve feet long and is comprised of a series of large, high-definition, flat-screen monitors. A constant moving river of images floats by of not only Mississippi’s finest musicians, artists, and songwriters but also those who have drawn their influence from Mississippi artists. Touch one of the pictures, and you’ll get bios, lists of songs, and other interesting facts. Listen to their music on the headset and if you like what you hear, you can send that artist to any of your friends around the table.

In addition to the in-house and traveling displays, GRAMMY Museum Mississippi hosts a steady stream of artists and music-industry insiders who present live programming on the state-of-the-art sound stage in the Museum’s 140-seat auditorium.

“From a technology standpoint, it has some of the most sophisticated, interactive components in any museum in the South” said Havens. “The Museum, is truly a remarkable facility.”

Be sure to check online at grammymuseumms.org for hours of operation, admission tickets, full event schedule and more information regarding health and safety protocols surrounding COVID-19.

At GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, your song is always playing! The soundtrack of your life awaits you.

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MULTI-GENERATIONAL

Businesses

THERE IS CERTAINLY NO SHORTAGE OF SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES IN BOLIVAR COUNTY. It speaks volumes that many families have made the choice to remain being a viable part of the community year after year. Bolivar County is home to several multigenerational businesses that are key to the continued success of the area. Featured here are a few of these long-standing businesses.

ROBINSON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.

Robinson Electric Company was founded in 1953 by Howard C. Robinson and had two employees, plus Robinson. Howard’s son, and one of the original employees, David took over the company in the 1970s and recently retired. Now third generation, Brian Robinson, serves as president of the Cleveland-based company and has run the day-to-day operations for the last decade. Robinson Electric has grown from a local “mom and pop” residential electrical service to a multi-state contracting firm serving industrial, commercial, agricultural and institutional customers. Grandfather Howard’s business philosophy – “Do a good job for a fair price, and you will have more work than you can handle.” Fully licensed, insured and bonded, Robinson Electric serves clients and fellow contractors in Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana and Alabama.

NEHI BOTTLING COMPANY

BYAS FUNERAL HOME

Victor and Grace Byas bought a family business in 1981 when they purchased Hull Funeral Home in Indianola.

In bringing in their own family, the business has continued to grow the past forty-plus years providing heartfelt compassion and professionalism to those whose loved ones have passed. Their sons, Victor II and Wellington are marking the second generation of the business. Each of the Byas’ understand and live out what they firmly believe about their business. “It’s not our job, it’s our calling.” Byas has locations from Indianola, Cleveland, Greenville, Ruleville, Shelby and Hollandale.

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In what began on March 10, 1927, with its founding in Cleveland by first generation owner, Homer Sledge, Sr. the soft drink company is just a half decade shy of a century of business. Homer Sr. ran the company as Nehi Bottling Company even when the parent company in Georgia decided to change its name to Royal Crown Cola Corp. Homer Sledge Jr. was the second generation owner and kept the name. He ran the company until his recent passing. These days, third generation Homer Sledge III oversees the 310 North Sharpe Street location for Nehi that supplies a sixty mile radius of retail stores and vending machines. With a daughter at Ole Miss and son in high school, the future may hold a fourth generation Sledge in charge of Nehi.

MCNEER MINI STORAGE

In 1968, Donnell and Gloria McNeer saw a need in the Delta for storage. Their business continued to grow over the years as did their family and second generation, Ron McNeer and Melissa McNeer Thompson keep it going these days, while third generation Mitchell and Parker McNeer are learning to oversee the facility.

They will be key in making sure the business continues to grow to meet the needs of the Bolivar County community.

JULIUS VOSS PLUMBING & CONSTRUCTION

Though in name as Julius Voss, Julius is a fourth generation plumber serving the Delta through his Cleveland locations. His grandfather, John H. Voss started the family business in 1935. His son’s Willison and Andy both went into plumbing with Andy moving to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the trade. Julius spent time in Wisconsin before joining his father’s business in 1989, Voss and Sons Plumbing Company. In 1995, Julius branched out on his own. Recognized as the longest-running black owned business in Bolivar County, Voss continues tackling the plumbing problems across the Delta.

ROY COLLINS CONSTRUCTION JOE REED COMPANY INC.

The company has been in the site work business for more than sixty-five years.

With a mix of seventyfive percent commercial and twenty-five percent residential. The company bids on both private business and government work. Grandfather, Joe Wade Reed started the company and then passed it down to his son, Joe B. Jr and now grandson, Joey Reed are all keeping things moving.

BILLS BODY SHOP

William Bills opened the shop in the mid 1970s as a part-time job after working a full-day at Delta area Chevy dealerships.

The business – Bills Body Shop – continued to grow and soon became a full-time endeavor.

His son, Gregg, came alongside and now runs the business. Now his sons, Dalton and Bailey, work with him providing a third generation in training to take over the tools of the trade one day. “We were taught by my father to do business the right way – with customer service being top priority.”

In 1946, Roy Collins Construction came into existence in Bolivar County when Roy P. Collins started as a custom residential contractor.

He soon became well-known throughout the Delta and was in high demand for his quality work. The founder’s son, Roy L. Collins, is the second generation at the company. Today, their work includes all types of commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, hospitals and clinics, food processing facilities, public educational and sports facilities as well as street and paving projects. These days, the third generation of the family, Chris Collins, takes care of the day-to-day operations continuing the family's commitment to quality and excellence in construction.

RUNNELS GARAGE

Kenny Runnels of Runnels Garage has been a mechanic for more than thirty years. He first started turning wrenches for his father, the late Thomas Runnels, at their original location in Benoit.

Kenny took over when his father retired more than twenty years ago.

These days his son, Trevor, is the third generation owner at Runnels and Son at their location in Cleveland.

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Experience

IF LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS ARE ON THE AGENDA, Cleveland is equipped to meet expectations.

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here are two high-end options for visitors and locals alike. The West End District/The Lyric Hotel and The Cotton House are upscale boutique hotels that offer a chance to kick back, relax, and dine in style.

THE WEST END DISTRICT/THE LYRIC HOTEL

At the West End District, the 17.5 acre property offers world class accommodations, local culinary creations and libations, and music that is decidedly Delta.

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The Lyric Hotel, the centerpiece of the property, provides a modern, technologically advanced, and relaxing atmosphere for guests. It serves as the check-in point, both physically and operationally. This property features sixty-three rooms including two executive king suites with living areas and three king parlors (king bed and queen sofa sleepers). The spacious lobby includes The Lyric Hotel Café/Starbucks coffee bar serving specialty brews, light appetizers, and snacks to go. Two lounge areas with accommodations for live music and entertainment offer a chance to relax for guests and visitors with beer and wine options available.

The West End District also has The State House onsite, offering thirteen upscale boutique suites to guests, as well the East and West Wings of the hotel which each have twelve, condo-like, extended stay-styled units. Outside the hotel is the central courtyard with a patio, pool, and

spacious grounds which includes a lake with large, overthe-water entertainment decks.

Shelley Cresswell Walker, Vice President of Marketing and Development for the West End District, said, "This is a unique development in the Delta, and truly the state.

It's truly a 'one-stop shop' kind of destination experience where everything you need or want is right in front of you.

Our own musical events, dining, entertainment all are here together and if you have a wedding or business event we have the space available, including the catering––all on one campus. A lot of Metropolitan areas around the country have such spaces that are walkable and have all amenities in one place; with the West End District, Cleveland now has, too, all in a relaxing atmosphere."

Meeting and event space accommodating up to 450 people is located across from the main hotel. Inspired by the architecture of a simple cotton gin, the space can

host meetings, conferences, banquets, and receptions for business and celebratory occasions of all types. There is also an option to divide the space in half to accommodate up to 225 people on each side, making it a uniquely flexible rental space based on event size and needs. The Gin, which is the convention facility on the property, is equipped with a fifteen foot drop down screen and state-of-the-art audio visual equipment.

8 West Grille, located just a few steps away from the hotel, is a steak and seafood restaurant serving lunch and dinner in both indoor and outdoor settings. It also features a full bar with lounge area with a wide variety of custom cocktails, wine, and beer. Private dining is offered for up to twelve people in the intimate music-themed room with a private patio.

For more information, visit westendcleveland.com

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THE COTTON HOUSE The Cotton House, a hotel located in the heart of downtown Cleveland which opened in 2019, has been referred to as "the living room of the community." The Cotton House pays homage to the days of unmistakable southern hospitality, expressing Delta charm, tradition and manners with modern flair. Part of the Southern Living Hotel Collection and Marriott Tribute Portfolio, the casual, but extremely detailed, ninety-five-guest room hotel (including five suites) boasts top-notch amenities, two outstanding restaurants, unique event spaces, and a vibrant downtown shopping experience right outside the lobby.

Aside from its own on-property destinations, including Balance Fitness and pop-up retailers, The Cotton House is near such popular and well-known attractions and destinations such as The GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, Dockery Plantation, and Delta State University, among many others.

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restaurant which serves internationally-influenced dishes deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of the Mississippi Delta. Menu items include soups, salads, sandwiches and house-made charcuterie that are available in a retail setting.

Meanwhile, the upscale bar and restaurant at The Cotton House, Bar Fontaine, offers modern, European-inspired small plates and housemade pastas using locally-sourced ingredients. Industrial and earthy décor set the tone for an intimate dining experience that is refined but comfortable.

The rooftop patio offers the perfect place to end the day and take in one of the Delta's gorgeous Mississippi sunsets.

Katie Coffer, who is the Vice President of Marketing for the hotel's managing company, touts The Cotton House's location in Cleveland's Cotton Row as a great bonus for visiting guests. "We're located in the center of the heart and soul of Cleveland," she said. "And not only do we have such a great location, but we have superior amenities in the hotel as well as meeting space and a ballroom, so we prepared for parties, receptions, seminars,weddings––any kind of social get-together––and the local Chamber of Commerce uses our meeting space when speakers are invited into town."

For more information, visit cottonhousecleveland.com

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utdoors

THE DELTA IS KNOWN FOR ITS OUTDOORS. Hunters come south for the winter where hunting is plentiful, fisherman and outdoor sports enthusiasts come during the summer to take advantage of our many lakes.

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he Mississippi River is the piece de resistance offering majestic sights of Old Man River. Terrene Landing is a prime location which opened for locals and visitors in the summer of 2021.

Fishing is a favorite pastime, and recently the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks opened Lake Charlie Capps to the general public for one-of-a-kind fishing opportunities.

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variety of outdoor activities, including bird-watching, boating and hiking.

The Mississippi flyway provides a natural setting for more than 200 species of birds, and the Dahomey National Waterfowl Refuge in Bolivar County is the perfect venue for sighting these beautiful creatures. Dahomey also provides seasonal hunting opportunities for deer, duck, turkey and wild hog. There are also nature trails, an observation tower and a butterfly garden on the premises.

Those looking for outdoor recreational activities can visit Perry Martin Lake, where bass, white perch and catfish abound. Visitors can hike the nature trail through lush woodlands teeming with deer, turkey, a variety of birds and other wildlife.

Bolivar County is home to a variety of great fishing spots and lakes for bird watching and recreational activities that offer visitors and locals enjoyment year-round.

Another way to experience the outdoors in Cleveland, and also get some exercise, is making use of one of the many walking trails that Cleveland boasts. The downtown

green strip holds a great walking track, and both visitors and locals can be seen using this from early morning until evening. Also, there is a track located on the intramural fields at Delta State University that is not only marked for distance, but has workout equipment as well. It is well-lit at night so the lack of sunlight is not a deterrent.

A bike trail was also constructed in downtown Cleveland, complete with full lighting for nighttime visibility. Around 1.2 miles, this trail offers a smooth ride for any cyclist.

There are several parks in Cleveland that hold fun for the whole family. Bear Pen Park is home to a great playground, walking trail, tennis courts, baseball facilities and pond where you can feed the ducks. There is also a picnic area for gatherings.

Another local park is in the heart of Cleveland, called Fireman’s Park. With soccer fields, baseball fields, a playground, tennis courts and a wading pool, this popular park also has a gathering space, gazebo and green space to enjoy a day outdoors. A mural painted on the side of the baseball hut provides an artistic flair to the park.

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WHAT I LOVE ABOUT

leveland This is my home; I grew up here. My roots are here.

Cleveland is still an oasis in the Delta. I love the way the community is constantly striving to be better.

BILL NARON

Salesman Cannon Motors of Mississippi

I love this question! I love Cleveland because it’s the biggest small town in Mississippi. Whether you’re looking for great shopping, dining, art, entertainment or sporting events, there’s so much to do and see. I attribute this to the people that live in and around Cleveland. Visionaries have looked at opportunities in Cleveland and given us things like the Grammy Museum, 50 Nights of Lights, Octoberfest, and all the Keep Cleveland Boring events, just to name a few. There really is something for everybody..

BRIAN BISHOP Alderman Ward 5 Cleveland Board of Aldermen

It’s a wonderful place to call home where there is great shopping, dining, art & music festivals and a supportive community.

LAUREN CONNER

Real Estate Agent Magnolia Realty

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Cleveland has been home for me for over sixty years. My husband and I reared both of our children in Cleveland. I like the close-knit community that Cleveland affords. All of the services are within one mile from where l live (hospital, doctor’s office, grocery store, and pharmacy). Cleveland also offers the opportunity of having a university that gives people access to the Bologna Arts Center, the Planetarium, the library, swimming pool, athletic events as well as the fitness center.

The added bonus, and a great tourist attraction, is the Grammy Museum. The Grammy Museum, is the most technologically advanced music-themed museum in the South, and it is right at our fingertips..

BRENETTE HAYNES

Chancery Clerk Bolivar County

There are so many wonderful things about living here that it’s hard to list just one. I love that Cleveland is so unique and different from other Delta towns.

Many of our shops, restaurants and places to go can only be found here. Plus, most of the people you’ll meet are friendly and will go out of their way to help you.

HOLLY RAY

Marketing Coordinator/Graphic Designer Delta State University

Cleveland is a small town with big things happening. What I love most is these big things aren’t happening just by chance. There is a community spirit that fuels hard-working and dedicated volunteers to make Cleveland the best it can be.

HEATHER ROBINSON

Owner Heidi’s

I was excited to have the opportunity to move back to the Mississippi Delta ten years ago. Cleveland has always stood out to me as the preferred destination in the Delta. The vibrant community not only provides ample opportunity to grow a business but also a wonderful place to raise a family. The community is filled with plenty of youth, great restaurants, festivals and an abundance of community events. I am proud to call Cleveland home and couldn’t imagine living anywhere else.

JOSH MCPHERSON

Engineering Project Manager Eley/McPherson Engineering

I really like living in Cleveland. I feel that my husband and I were planted here in 1985 right after our marriage and starting our careers. There are a lot good people in Cleveland, whose names may never be called out; but it is also a great place to live because of our church life, volunteerism, and education. We enjoy and have been members of New Life Church since 1996. I also like that we have very good restaurants here. My family and friends around the country say that I always make Cleveland sound like some New York type city. I have traveled a little, and I feel that way because community is about being involved.

I love Cleveland because we truly are a jewel in the Mississippi Delta.

Especially at Christmas time.

The vibe that’s been created here reminds me of Norman Rockwell paintings. I love the fact that customers come in my store as strangers and leave as friends.

MELANIE QUINTON

Owner Delta Christian Book Store

I love working and living in Cleveland for many reasons. It's a community where most of the town residents are familiar with each other. I also love the ease of getting around town without having long commutes or major traffic jams. I love the entrepreneurship culture, traditional holiday values, and overall emphasis placed on family. As an entrepreneur, and owner of San's Touch, an apparel and alteration shop, located downtown Cleveland, I absolutely enjoy servicing the local town people and visitors.

SANDRA NASH

Owner San's Touch

MYRA BOONE

Attorney Boone Law Firm

I love our charming community. I love our quaint downtown and our wide open empty spaces with crop -filled fields that make the most beautiful landscapes and sunsets. I love how every facet of our community supports the arts. My husband and I love raising our son in a nurturing environment.

SARAH AYLWARD

Owner The Wishing Well

Having lived in Cleveland for thirty-three years, I would say it is one of the best small towns to live in. My favorite things are the peacefulness, friendly people along with their hospitality, and the sunsets. Cleveland will always be “Home Sweet Home” to me.

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ndustry

BOLIVAR COUNTY HAS A BURGEONING NUMBER OF INDUSTRIES that have planted strong foundations and harvested much success in the land that normally brings grain to fruition.

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ithin the county, a strong employment base lends itself to major companies looking for a home. One industry segment––the medical industry––has found a home in Bolivar County.

Needle Specialty––a home grown business––opened in 1987 and processes all gauges, large and small, of tubing and wire with multiple designs for an abundance of medical devices in use today. Over 140 people are employed at Needle Specialty. Michael Belenchia took over in 2011 as owner after working in the company since 1993. Belenchia got his start in the medical field working at the county’s oldest medical supplier––Baxter Healthcare.

In the 1950s, Baxter Healthcare came to Bolivar County to set up shop. The national company has grown to become

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the second largest industry outside of agriculture in the county. Baxter employs around 600 people. The Cleveland facility is Baxter’s longest-operating manufacturing site in the country. The facility produces major medical device platforms including IV solution containers, administration sets and reconstruction devices.

With more than six decades of success in Bolivar County, Quality Steel Corporation––founded by Lowry Tims in 1957––has been manufacturing steel propane tanks. At its inception, it was only one of fifty manufacturers in the country. In 1975, Tims’ sons took over after his passing.

Since that time, two of the sons have left the company and Jim Tims now presides as president and CEO of QSC. Even in a shrinking market, QSC has maintained growth and garnered more market share. Today, QSC is one of only four American manufacturers still in the national market. Jim credits the company’s success with “the company’s desire for unsurpassed quality.”

Located snugly between Jackson and Memphis and just a short drive to Little Rock or New Orleans, Cleveland and Bolivar County are perfectly situated for commercial travel either by highway or the river. And with a workforce that has Delta State University, Mississippi Delta Community

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College, Coahoma Community College and a thriving public and private school educational foundation, there are plenty of quality workers available. The schools, colleges and universities also provide job-training skills and work programs that benefit each industry.

The Mississippi River provides a pleasant backdrop for hunting and fishing but one of its main benefits it’s the shipping route. For more than 200 years, the Mississippi River has been used to transport goods including grain, wood, chemicals, petroleum products, coffee, coal, edible oils and much more. From commerce on the river in Rosedale to medical products and automotive industry parts, Bolivar County is home indeed.

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service and dependability, offering fast turns, flexibility and competitive pricing. The port is a total intermodal facility, offering unrivaled access to both the lower Mississippi River and the Arkansas River systems, the Port of Rosedale is strategically located only 100 miles from Memphis and within 500 miles of other major markets, including Houston, TX, Birmingham, AL and Atlanta GA. Both JANTRAN and Cives Steel are headquartered at the port. JANTRAN is part of the Support Activities for Water Transportation Industry and employs approximately 200 people. The Mid-South Division of Cives Steel is strategically located on the Mississippi River Rosedale port area which affords them the option to ship fabricated structural steel, ductwork, and large structural modules via barge.

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NOT YOUR TYPICAL CHARCUTERIE Let’s eat! What is your favorite fare? Whether you are in the mood for barbecue, fried chicken, Italian, Mexican or fine dining look no further than the vast local options in Bolivar County.

With so many options to choose from even the most discerning diner will certainly find something to please their palate.

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ealthcare

LOCAL RESIDENTS ARE FORTUNATE TO HAVE ACCESS TO TOP-NOTCH, awardwinning healthcare in Cleveland, Mound Bayou, and Ruleville.

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ealthcare in the Delta is all encompassing. Each physician and nurse rely not only on their training but each other to provide the best healthcare for the individual. Telemedicine makes pulling resources simpler and more effective, and provides a more accurate picture of patients and their specific needs.

Residents in the Delta have great options for local care that utilize telemedicine practices at Bolivar Medical Center and North Sunflower Medical Center, both of which

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are home to state-of-the-art equipment and professionals who have years of experience in their chosen medical path.

Not only do those seeking medical care have the best of the best, they also receive a more hometown connection with medical professionals they see out in their community.

From general practitioners and specialists to pharmacies, optometrists and dentists––Cleveland and surrounding areas can meet each and every medical need.

And with those needs in mind, local doctors, nurses and other members of the medical community provide quality healthcare while remembering your name.

More importantly, many of those in the medical field are native or transplanted Deltans who have chosen to stay in the Delta to provide healthcare to their neighbors, families and friends. There are also community hospitals

Delta Health Center in Mound Bayou

that provide a personal touch that one simply cannot find in metropolitan facilities.

Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission Accredited, CMS Deemed Status, 164-bed general acute care hospital located in Cleveland, Mississippi. It is a comprehensive healthcare facility that provides inpatient, outpatient and emergency department services.

It was originally East Bolivar County Hospital, and it was located on the current campus of Delta State University where the Robert E. Smith School of Nursing is located now. In 1962, a new building was constructed at 901 East Sunflower Road, and the hospital moved to allow for expansion and additional services. Growth continued during the next decade, so in 1971, amidst the closing of West Bolivar County Hospital in Rosedale, our hospital was renamed to Bolivar County Hospital and expanded a north wing. In September 1997, the hospital realized additional need for space and services, so an Outpatient Rehabilitation facility and a Physicians’ Office building were constructed. The name was updated to Bolivar Medical Center to reflect the medical center offerings.

Bolivar Medical Center continues to put patient safety and quality care at the forefront of everyday operations.

The medical staff consists of active members whose specialties include cardiology, critical care, family practice, general surgery, internal medicine, nephrology, obstetrics/ gynecology, orthopedics, pathology, pediatric dentistry, psychiatry, radiology and urology.

Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland

Services for inpatients and/or outpatients include but are not limited to acute medical care, behavioral health, dialysis, intensive care, infusion services, laboratory, long term care, mother and baby care, pediatric therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, radiology (including X-ray, CT, 3-D Mammography, Fluoroscopy, Nuclear Medicine and MRI), rehabilitation, speech therapy, stroke care, surgery (including general, orthopedics, and urology), swing bed and urology.

The Trauma Level IV Emergency Department is staffed with physicians who are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with nurses skilled with multiple certifications. The ED is an Accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology and partners with St. DominicJackson Memorial Hospital in order to bring specialized stroke diagnosis and treatment to the Mississippi Delta.

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North Sunflower Medical Center in Ruleville

The familiar phrase, “Take me to Ruleville,” stems from great patient care offered at a medical facility found just east of Cleveland in Sunflower County.

North Sunflower Medical Center in Ruleville is a multifaceted, county-owned twenty-five bed critical access hospital that offers a complete continuum of care through a variety of services, such as, an inpatient rehabilitation unit, a 60-bed long term care facility, an inpatient and out-patient behavioral health unit, surgery, cardiac rehabilitation, hospice, a rural health clinic (open everyday 8:00 a.m. to midnight) and the list goes on….

North Sunflower Medical Center has partnered with MS Center for Advanced Medicine (Pediatric Sub-Specialist), MS Sports Medicine and Southeast UROGYN to provide services that a patient would otherwise have to drive over two hours to receive, and employs medical staff specializing in wound care, pediatric and adult dentistry, general surgery, ENT, internal medicine, family practice and more.

In 2011, North Sunflower Medical Center opened the much anticipated Beacon Wellness Center, a 33,000 square foot facility which houses our Surgical Wing, Administration, The Sleep Center and a State of the Art workout facility. North Sunflower Medical Center is a diversified facility with services including a 25 bed Acute Care/Swingbed Critical Access Unit, 60 bed Skilled Nursing Facility, 10 Bed Senior Care Unit, an Out-Patient Behavioral Health Clinic, Radiology Services, MRI, 64 Slice

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CT Scanner with Cardiac CTA Scan, Doppler, Emergency Room, Durable Medical Equipment, Lab Services, GI Lab, a wide range of Surgical and Outpatient Procedures, Sunflower Diagnostic Center, Cardiac Clinic, Nuclear Stress Testing, and Sunflower Clinic––open everyday from 8:00 a.m. to midnight, Specialty Clinic offering Wound Care Services & Pediatric Sub-Specialist, Simply Sunflower: Gift, Flower, & Scrub Shoppe and Sunflower Med Spa. North Sunflower Medical Center is excited to partner with services, such as, Mississippi Sports Medicine & Mississippi Center for Advanced Medicine to bring specialist to the Mississippi Delta.

For a full list of services provided by 500 employees, visit Northsunflower.com.

The Delta Health Center in Mound Bayou, located just north of Cleveland, has become a relied upon health resource for the residents there. The center provides primary care, dental care, OB/GYN services, family planning services, laboratory services, pharmacy services, X-ray services, social services, WIC Certification, EPSDT Screening and home health services. Delta Health Center operates ten community health centers in the Mississippi Delta.

The Taborian Hospital once was the main center for Mound Bayou health care needs but it closed back in 1983. The facility has been renovated and now serves the community as an urgent care center.

One doesn’t have to travel far for quality healthcare.

Today

is for your family's health.

We're here to help keep you in the best of health, with primary care services. for the whole family. Our focus on wellness includes routine screenings and preventive care. We take pride in delivering quality, individualized healthcare with compassionate human touch. So everyone from grandchildren to grandparents can live life to the fullest. Today and every day.

Monday - Friday 8 am - 8 pm Saturday - Sunday 9 am - 6 pm

No appointments necessary.

Virtual visits available.

662-579-0136 Located in the Cleveland Medical Mall 810 E Sunflower Rd., Suite 100-I

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Specializing in adult and pediatric urology, Derek Miles, MD, FACS, has been in practice in Cleveland for nearly 20 years. The team at Bolivar Urology is committed to offering high quality care to the Mississippi Delta.

Prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment Kidney stone treatment and lithotripsy Male fertility and vasectomy Sexual dysfunction Urinary Tract Infections Incontinence & voiding difficulty

662.846.9990 BolivarUrology.com

Bowel and bladder problem treatment In-office urodynamic bladder testing Circumcision Bedwetting and bladder training More services available

Derek Miles MD,FACS

907 East Sunflower Rd. Cleveland, MS

TeleMedicine appointments are available for those with non-urgent or non-emergent health care needs. Call 662.846.9990 to schedule a TeleMedicine appointment.

Today

we're here for your health.

Enhanced cleaning, mask requirements and social distancing to help keep you safe.

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Today we’re here for your health.

Generations of families have trusted us with their health. It’s why we’re here, providing a range of services to help you be your best. We have the experience to care for you and yours, today and every day.

To find a healthcare provider, call 662.339.3178

Enhanced cleaning, mask requirements and social distancing to help keep you safe.

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Today Bennie Wright, MD, FACS

we're here for your health.

Catherine Petzinger, DO

General Surgeons specialize in providing the most advanced surgery care for patients, right here in the Mississippi Delta.

Services include but are not limited to: appendectomy, bowel surgery, breast surgery, cholecystectomy, endoscopy/colonoscopy, hernia surgery, laparoscopy, gastroscopy and more.

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm

Cleveland Medical Mall Suite 100-A

Connect with us on Facebook @ClevelandSurgicalClinic

Enhanced cleaning, mask requirements and social distancing to help keep you safe.

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805 First Street, Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4211

In Store Pick-Up

Convenient Drive Through Home Delivery Services

to refill your prescriptions, call (662) 843-4211 or stop by 805 First Street, Cleveland, MS 38732

Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm

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WE TREAT:

• Foot and Leg Wounds • Infections • Bunions • Hammertoes • Ball of Foot Pain • Heel Pain • Flat Feet • Broken Bones • Athletic Injuries • Ingrown Nails

WE PERFORM:

• Foot surgery • Laser therapy • Non-invasive Vascular Studies • Ultrasound & Fluoroscopic Imaging

Dr. Kessa Mauras decided to be a foot doctor while in high school. After researching and shadowing different health professionals, she found that podiatry was the best fit. Also, as a toddler she was in-toed and wore corrective shoes herself. This influenced her career decision.

Dr. Mauras attended the California School of Podiatric Medicine (in the Bay area) and graduated from the Wyckoff Heights Medical Center podiatric residency program (NYC). In podiatry school, she was the editor of their academic journal. Her final clinical year was spent at Madigan Army Medical Center serving our soldiers, their families and veterans. “Not only was it very satisfying to serve the military community, but I

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WE CREATE:

• Fungal Nails • Warts • Children’s Feet

• Prescription Custom Orthotics • Prescription Custom Bracing

WE PARTICIPATE IN:

• The Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program • Most Insurance Plans

was happily overwhelmed with the incredible researchers and clinicians serving the military and teaching the medical students. l ran our podiatry service on numerous occasions, so I am proud to have stepped up and led our team.”

What do you love about being a podiatrist?

“What fills me with the most joy is when a person walks in limping due to foot pain and then exits the treatment room without pain.

I do what I do because a small change can drastically improve someone’s walking, which can lead to a more satisfying and productive home and work life. My education also afforded me extensive training in limb salvage; saving someone’s foot and limb can positively affect their lifespan. Patients are very grateful when you can help them through an event like that. It is a great honor to be a part of their lives in that way.”

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John L. Herzog, Sr., M.D. Interventional Cardiologist

662.335.0183

CLEVELAND 903 E. Sunflower Rd, Suite 200 662-846-6034 CLARKSDALE 580 Friars Point Rd.

GREENWOOD 408 E. Washington St. 662-219-3902 Deborah Davis, PRN, MSN, NP INDIANOLA 110 E. Baker St.

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CHIROPRACTORS DR. JOY LONG 218 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 721-4496 PATTERSON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 110 East End Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8712

SHIPP FAMILY EYECARE 710 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8989

HEALTHCARE SERVICES ADORATION HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE 803 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7693 (800) 273-0649 continuecare.com

DENTISTS DELTA FAMILY DENTAL 201 West Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4060

AVRITT MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, INC. 4020 Highway 8 East Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7007 avrittmedical.com

JENNINGS FAMILY DENTAL 716 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-2955 jenningsfamilydental.com

CARDIOVASCULAR SOLUTIONS OF CENTRAL MS 800 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (888) 757-0838

JOHNSON DENTAL 1313 Highway 8 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8353 johnsondentalclinic.com

DELTA HEATH CENTER 702 Martin Luther King Road Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-8800 548 Rosemary Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7373

ENGEL ORTHODONTICS 816 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-7730 engelsmiles.com

DELTA OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY 801 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0880

LITTLE SMILE CO. 303 Hospital Drive Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-5011

GRACE HOSPICE 808 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-7600

RAANNE TINDLE, D.M.D. 601 West Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1570

HEALTHCARE PLUS 203 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-5454

ROBERT T. RAGAN D.D.S. 216 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-2431 ragandentalclinic.com

RIGHT AT HOME 211 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 621-9898 TIBBS CLINIC 301 Hospital Drive Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8314

EYE CARE DELTA EYE CENTER 800 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 579-3737 PELTAN EYE & LASER 425 North Davis Ave Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4600

MEDICAL CLINICS & HOSPITALS

REESE EYE CARE SERVICES, P.A. 801 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4011

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BLAKE SURGICAL ASSOCIATION, PLLC 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 101 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-8880 blakesurgical.com

BOLIVAR MEDICAL CENTER 901 East Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-0061 bolivarmedical.com BOLIVAR UROLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 103 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-9990 CLEVELAND MEDICAL CLINIC, PLLC 801 East Sunflower Road, Suite 100A Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-3606 DELTA HEALTH CENTER 702 Martin Luther King Road Mound Bayou, MS 38762 662-741-8800 DELTA OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY 801 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0880 FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC 803 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-2721 NORTH SUNFLOWER MEDICAL CENTER 840 North Oak Avenue Ruleville, MS 38771 (662) 756-4000 or (662) 756-2711

NURSING HOMES CLEVELAND NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC 4036 Highway 8 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4014 www.clevelandnursingandrehab.com SHELBY NURSING AND REHAB 1108 Church Street Shelby, MS 38774 (662) 398-5117 (601) 862-3987 JOY HEALTH AND REHAB 200 North Martin Luther King Drive Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-5347

PHARMACIES CLEVELAND MEDICAL ARTS PHARMACY 801 East Sunflower Road, Suite 100d Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4214 DELTA HEALTH CENTER PHARMACY 702 Martin Luther King Road Mound Bayou, MS 38762 662-741-8800

HAIRE DRUG CENTER 805 First Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4211 KROGER PHARMACY 602 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-0835 SOUTH STREET PHARMACY 410 South Street Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6700 WALGREENS 301 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-1206 WAL-MART #1530 710 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-6567

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS ADVANCED PHYSICAL THERAPY 810 East Sunflower Road, Suite 150 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-4990

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griculture

FARMING IS THE BACKBONE OF THE MISSISSIPPI DELTA. It has provided thousands of jobs and put food on America’s dinner tables.

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hen it was discovered that rich, fertile soil was native to Bolivar County, people migrated to the area to plant row after perfect row of corn, cotton, rice, soybeans, wheat and sorghum. It is that same soil that brought the first settlers to the area back in the 1800s, and they never looked back.

In the early years, Italians migrated to Bolivar County for sharecropping opportunities and remain some of the biggest farmers in the area today.

Most farms are passed down generation to generation, and Bolivar County farmers are a proud, sturdy lot that respect the land they cultivate.

It is a tradition and a heritage. In fact, farming remains the backbone of Bolivar County.

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Agriculture is the No. 1 employer in the Delta.

It stands to reason that Bolivar is the top county in terms of acres farmed in the state of Mississippi.

While the county does not have the highest number of farmers in the state, Bolivar can boast as being the top producer in many crops. Visitors in agribusiness often comment how the county is home to some of the most savvy producers in the country.

Today, Bolivar County is the top-producing county for soybeans, producing between 4,000,001 to 10,000,000 bushels per year. We are also the top-producing county in the state for wheat, harvesting between 1,400, 001 to 3,000,000 bushels yearly. The county can also boast as being the top producer in rice hundredweight, reaching between 2,000,001 and 4,000,000 per year.

With plentiful farmland and farmers, one is sure to find agribusiness. Hundreds of locals find employment through numerous fields related to farming.

From Ag pilots to chemical sales, the farming industry provides countless jobs and enriches the local economy.

Sanders Inc., which is now Simplot, was established in

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1953 and called Cleveland its headquarters for many years.

Simplot continues the tradition of providing quality agricultural products to farmers in Bolivar County. Having a local office for this national company, continues to benefit the area.

Delta & Pine Land, now owned by Monsanto, is a leader in cottonseed production. The company provides its crossbred and genetically engineered cottonseed to agriculture enterprises worldwide.

Founded in 1957, Helena Chemical Company has grown to be one of the nation’s foremost distributors of crop protection and crop production inputs and services for agricultural, turf & ornamental, forestry, aquatics and vegetation management markets.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is a preferred distributor of the full range of crop protection products.

While chemicals and seed are a must on a farm, the equipment is just as important. For over 100 years, Wade Incorporated has been servicing the equipment needs of the Mississippi Delta.

Planters Equipment is also an equipment distributer and prides itself on providing farmers with excellent service.

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farming is the Mighty Mississippi River.

The fourth-longest river in the world contributes to the success of farming in more ways than one. Along with its many tributaries, the river enables the transportation of 316 million net tons of goods per year, including grain.

The river basin contains nutrient-rich soil, which lends itself to the success of the Delta farmer.

Even with such fertile land, heritage and resources, area farmers are always looking to improve their crops.

Each year, the Delta Ag Expo is held in Cleveland with seminars on the latest herbicides and seeds. Those in agribusiness bring information and the latest in combines and other equipment necessary for running a top-notch business.

Local farmers have also joined forces with the Mississippi State University Extension Service in Cleveland to maximize research-based information, educational programs and technology. This allows the Delta farmer to make informed decisions about his economic, social and cultural well-being.

Roots run deep in the Delta soil when it comes to local farmers.

They are dedicated to putting food on American tables and beyond.

WHY

AGRICULTURE IS IMPORTANT Agriculture is important because it provides a way of life for most families here in Bolivar County. There are many different moving parts in the field of agriculture that provide endless career opportunities, which is a great thing for our local community and economy. In my opinion, there isn’t a person in Bolivar county that is not affected in some form by the agriculture industry.

– Preston Bowen

Nutrien Ag Solutions

Agriculture plays a role in everyone's daily life. The food we eat, the clothes we wear, the home in which we dwell are all made available to us because of agriculture.

– Laura J. Giaccaglia

Bolivar County Coordinator/Agent IV MS State Extension Service

Agriculture is the cornerstone of Bolivar county. The income generated from this industry drives every aspect of the local economy. Ag pilots, farmers, farm laborers, chemical company employees all live here. Their wives work here, and their children attend school here. These people pump money into the schools, restaurants, and other businesses in the local area. The better the Agriculture industry does, the more the county thrives. Simple as that.

– Chad Smith

Ag Pilot Shannon Flying Service

I have been in the farming industry my entire working career and continue to do so in my retirement. The whole economy we live in, especially the Delta, revolves around farming and agriculture.

It has been such a big part of my life. Watching a crop from planting season to harvest season takes hard work and dedication from our local farmers. I am blessed to have been a part of the ag industry for over fifty years.

– Bert Mann

Retired

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ports

SPORTS IS A MAJOR PART OF THE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE and community spirit of Cleveland and Bolivar County.

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he Mississippi Delta is known for many things, including its sports icons that range from football great Archie Manning to Boston Red Sox pitcher, the late Dave "Boo" Ferriss. The Cleveland Park Commission provides many opportunities for local children and adults to get involved in. The CPC offers baseball, softball, coach pitch and t-ball in the spring, and flag football, tackle football, baseall, softball and basketball in the fall. Youth can also participate in soccer which is run by the Cleveland Youth Soccer Association.

There’s something to do year-round at Cleveland’s nine parks with playground equipment. There are nineteen ball fields, eight tennis courts and one gymnasium that houses four youth basketball courts, two adult basketball courts and two volleyball courts.

It’s always an active summer for local sports with fifty organized baseball teams and twenty-nine softball squads.

There are thirty-eight youth basketball teams, and twentyfive youth soccer squads. If pigskin is your passion, Cleveland has eight flag football teams and eight tackle teams.

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The Park Commission also operates the East Side Swimming Pool and the Fireman’s Park Wading Pool. Both open around Memorial Day and close at the end of July.

For those who like to compete in the pool, the Delta Aquatic Club is the place to be. The group is associated with USA Swimming and has more than thirty-five years of experience in developing swimmers. The Delta Ducks specialize in excellent small-group instruction throughout the year, and of course, jumping in the water is a great way to beat the Delta heat.

In addition to the year-round Park Commission athletic programs, Cleveland has a wonderful bowling alley. For those athletes who prefer a more non-traditional approach, there are several options for dance, gymnastics, cheer, and even karate.

High school sports are huge in Bolivar County.

Cleveland Central High School and Bayou Academy have provided the community with some exciting teams in Cleveland. Teams at McEvans High School in Shaw, West Bolivar High School in Rosedale and Northside High School in Shelby have positively impacted the sports landscape in the county. The teams at these schools have won numerous state championships in many sports which have brought a lot of prestige to Bolivar County.

Clevelanders are sure to show up at Delta State University to cheer on the Statesmen and Lady Statesmen. There is always the opportunity in season to catch a good game

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on the baseball diamond at Ferriss Field. The Statesmen are consistently one of the best teams in NCAA Division II and have the 2004 National Championship trophy to prove it. DSU baseball dates back to 1933, and the team has been to the College World Series ten times. The Statesmen have also appeared at the NCAA Tournament twenty-six times and have eleven Gulf South Conference Championships with 1,731 league wins. More than sixty former DSU players have seen time in Major League Baseball and forty-nine Statesmen have earned AllAmerican status.

The namesake of Delta State’s incredible baseball field is Boston Red Sox Hall-of-Famer Dave “Boo” Ferriss, who started coaching the Statesmen in 1960. Sadly in November of 2016, Coach Ferriss passed away. His legacy will forever be a part of the history of Delta State University.

Southerners cannot get enough football, and we especially enjoy watching the Statesmen play at Travis Park Field in Horace McCool Stadium in Cleveland.

With a state-of-the-art video board recently installed and artificial turf featuring a patented GeoFlo shock pad and drainage system, the Statesmen always look good. DSU boasts the NCAA Division II National Championship from 2000.

In the winter, the Statesmen and Lady Statesmen fans fill the seats of the Walter Sillers Coliseum to watch men's and women's basketball as the teams compete on the Lloyd Clark Court. The Lady Statesmen have earned six nationals championship, three A.I.A.W and three NCAA Division II titles. "The Mother of Modern Women's Collegiate Basketball," Margaret Wade amassed a career record of 465-85 and led DSU to three straight A.I.A.W National Championships. Wade's success was fueled by the play of star center Lusia Harris. Harris was the top player on the Lady Statesmen national championship teams in the 1970s. Harris' success enabled her to lead Team USA to a gold medal in the Pan American Games in 1975 and a silver medal in the Olympics in 1976. Harris is officially the only woman drafted by the NBA as she was picked in the seventh round of the NBA Draft by the New Orleans Jazz in 1977. Unfortunately, Harris passed away on Jan. 18, 2022. An Academy Award nominated documentary on her life titled, "The Queen of Basketball" was released in 2021.

Delta State University's swimming and diving programs are among the elite in nation as their swimmers have won six individual NCAA Division II National Championships. DSU has also had success in golf, softball, soccer and cross country. DSU baseball has won fifteen GSC Championships and has appeared in the NCAA Tournament thirty-three times. The Statesmen baseball team has won 2,019 games in their history.

FROM YOUR LOCAL

SPORTS REPORTER Andy Collier Sports Editor, The Bolivar Bullet

I've lived in Cleveland my whole life.

I've watched sports since I was a kid.

One of the greatest privileges I've ever had is to be able to write sports in the county where I was born.

I've gotten a chance to see so many great young players at all levels of athletics.These young people give their teams so much life. The coaches I've gotten a chance to meet have contributed so much to this community. The fans, cheerleaders, band and dance team provide a lot of excitement to the atmosphere at an event. The cheers and the music always gets the blood pumping.

Watching sports in the summer time is a blessing as you see many young kids having fun at the parks.

There are plenty of sports options in Cleveland and Bolivar County for kids and adults. I've covered young people compete in the swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court, volleyball court, football field, baseball field, etc. I've seen one of our local residents compete for a mixed martial arts championship. The avenues that a person can take to participate in a sport are limitless.

Being a sports writer for almost a quarter of a century, I've gotten a chance to see young kids that I've covered grow to be fine upstanding adults that are contributing in a major way to our communities.

Sports have always been an important part of Bolivar County, and they continue to impact lives everyday.

Anytime you see one of our youth league teams hit the field or high school teams suit up, stop and catch the action. If you want to join a team, don't be afraid to sign-up. The young athletes appreciate all the support they can get. As I continue to cover our athletes, I see many bright futures that have the potential to make this community even better.

If you feel like getting away and enjoying the sites, see what games are playing and have some fun. One thing is for sure, Bolivar County is the place to be for great sports.

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ducation

EDUCATION IS THE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL COMMUNITY and Cleveland continues to support and grow its elementary, middle and high school.

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he Cleveland School District is made up of ten precollegiate campuses. The district is composed of one high school, Cleveland Central High School, and one middle school, Cleveland Central Middle School, and six elementary schools, Pearman Elementary, Parks Elementary, B.L. Bell Academy, H.M. Nailor Elementary, Hayes Cooper Center and Cypress Park Elementary.

Hayes Cooper Center, B.L. Bell Academy, and H.M. Nailor Elementary School are all Magnet Schools.

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Magnet Schools promote academic opportunity and excellence over their regular counterparts. They offer attractive programs and instructional strategies that are specifically designed to hold the interest of the students and to keep them engaged and actively learning.

All students at one of these schools receive the core curriculum enhanced by the magnet school’s theme. In addition, the students have the opportunity to match their interests to the school theme while focusing on excellence in academics.

Bolivar County Head Start has six locations in and around the Cleveland area for Preschool age children.

This is a Federally funded program that is income based.

BCHS is a comprehensive program that ensures that all children are afforded physicals, dental visits, eye exams and speech and hearing screenings. The educational curriculum implemented is aligned with the Mississippi Early Learning

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Standards and Guidelines and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework. Also, all the Centers are NAEYC accredited.

The Cleveland Career Development and Technology Center also calls the district home. The center caters to the needs of students who are seeking a more hands-on approach to learning.

There are also two independent schools in the county, Presbyterian Day School, which is a kindergarten through sixth grade elementary institution, and Bayou Academy, which is for K-3 to 12th grades.

In addition, there is a Classical Conversations homeschool community that meets in Cleveland, as well as an organization for all homeschoolers in the area, the Delta Home Educators Association.

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Learning does not stop at the end of the school day, either, as The Cleveland Depot/Bolivar County Literacy Council is an asset to the community on many levels.

A small staff and volunteers work with many area children after school to help further guide them in all areas of study.

Adults and teenagers also benefit from the availability of GED and ACT prep classes, giving those who want to further their education a better chance to succeed.

A literacy class is available for those who wish to advance their education in classic areas of reading, writing and arithmetic while also being given more modern opportunities to learn technology.

A class that teaches English as a second language is also an option and a great example of how the program has grown—and continues to grow.

WHY I LOVE

TEACHING

IN BOLIVAR COUNTY I love teaching in Bolivar County, because Cleveland is my hometown. I love our small town, and being able to teach my friends and fellow classmates children in second grade at Nailor!

– Ashley Hardenburgh

H. M. Nailor Elementary School

I have loved being part of the Presbyterian Day School family for forty-one years.

During these years, I have had the privilege of seeing former PDS students return as PDS parents and former parents return as PDS grandparents to allow their child/ grandchild to experience the PDS legacy of superior education in a Christian environment. I am proud to be an educator and a PDS Eagle.

– Diane Byrd

Presbyterian Day School

I love teaching because it’s exciting.

Everyday, I’m given the opportunity to interact with so many curious minds. I love teaching them in a fun and creative way. I love seeing my students learn and progress, and their smiles are priceless.

– Katha Brown

CL3 Headstart

I love teaching because I love our students.

It’s so exciting to watch our students grow and evolve. I enjoy not only having the opportunity to play a small part in their lives, but I also enjoy learning from them. They inspire me beyond words.

Young adults from near and far have the opportunity to attend Delta State University. This four-year university offers numerous bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

From teaching and nursing to aviation and music, Delta State University is a mecca for education and preparation for life after college.

Mississippi Delta Community College and Coahoma Community College are not located in Bolivar County but are not far away, and many students choose these institutions for their many offerings in the areas of technology.

From automotive technology to the culinary arts, these community colleges give two-year intensive training for students.

– Lisa Cooley

Delta State University

I love teaching in Rosedale! While I do feel blessed to be able to give back to my community, it has given back so much more to me. There is something so very special about not only knowing my students but to also know their parents and grandparents. The bonds holding the community together are very strong.

– Nancy Armstrong

West Bolivar Consolidated School District

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NORTH SUNFLOWER

ACADEMY

We have a place for YOU!!

COME BE A PART OF THE REBEL FAMILY.

GRADES K3 -12TH

Visit our website: NSAREBELS.COM For more information, contact Headmaster Janet Ray at 662.756.4573 148 Academy Rd. • Drew, MS 38737

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The Delta State University Hamilton-White Child Development Center

provides a model early childhood program in response to the needs of children and families of faculty, staff, and students of Delta State University, as well as our Cleveland community. We enroll children from six weeks to five years old and operate on a 12-month basis in accordance with the university calendar. In addition, the program serves as a laboratory setting for DSU Family and Consumer Science majors.

enrolling now!

For application information, please contact Kelsey Overstreet at 662-846-4320 or koverstreet@deltastate.edu

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WHAT A VIEW Visiting the Mississippi River has never been easier thanks to the new Terrene Landing River Park located north of Rosedale in western Bolivar County. The landing has always been there but a major over-haul has made Terrene Landing an attraction for fisherman, hunters, sightseers, paddlers and of course riverboats! American Queen Voyages added a stop at the landing to their southbound itinerary.

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eligion

BEFORE CLEVELAND SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS HEAD TO A BALL FIELD ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON, many take a seat on a church pew.

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he Cleveland and Bolivar County community can boast of many denominations and places of worship giving citizens and visitors a variety of places to attend church.

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CHURCH LISTINGS APOSTOLIC APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 203 Pearl Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-6380 VERNON MEMORIAL APOSTOLIC CHURCH 120 Andrews Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4103 TEMPLE OF PRAISE 1300 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-6331

ASSEMBLY OF GOD FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1321 Yale Street Cleveland (662) 843-2169

BAPTIST CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 205 Bishop Road Cleveland (662) 846-6184 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BOYLE 218 North Brooks Avenue Boyle (662) 843-4405 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CLEVELAND 101 North Bolivar Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2701 IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 1300 Lamar Street Cleveland (662) 843-3507 LINN BAPTIST CHURCH 27 Linn Baptist Road Cleveland (662) 843-3890 MORRISON CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH 196 Morrison Chapel Road Cleveland (662) 843-2828 MID-DELTA BAPTIST ASSOCIATION 222 North Fourth Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8798

NEW KINGDOM BAPTIST CHURCH 608 Glasco Street Cleveland (662) 721-1280 NEW JERUSALEM BAPTIST CHURCH 319 Ferguson Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-1021 PILGRIM REST CHURCH 202 China Street Cleveland (662) 843-0399 PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH 263 Zumbro Road Cleveland (662) 843-4877 ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH 401 Church Street Cleveland (662) 843-4958 ST. PETER’S ROCK BAPTIST CHURCH 302 Ruby Street P.O. Box 1412 Cleveland (662) 843-5276 UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH 1100 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Cleveland (662) 843-3120 YALE STREET BAPTIST CHURCH 1215 Yale Street Cleveland (662) 843-4490

NEW BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH White Street Cleveland (662) 846-1768 NEW SAINT PHILLIPS MB CHURCH 515 Ruby Street Cleveland (662) 846-0919 NEW ST. JAMES MB CHURCH 1206 South Chrisman St. Cleveland (662) 843-0735 PHILLIPS CHAPEL MB CHURCH 1304 South Davis Street Cleveland (662) 846-0167

CATHOLIC OUR LADY OF VICTORIES CATHOLIC CHURCH 215 Bishop Road Cleveland (662) 846-6273 SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Railroad Street Rosedale (662) 759-6341

CHURCH OF CHRIST CHURCH OF CHRIST 212 Ronaldman Road Cleveland (662) 843-5073 CHRISTIAN STUDENT CENTER 210 North Fourth Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8555

VICTORY HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH 4253 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 846-6200

LINCOLN GARDEN CHURCH OF CHRIST 1002 White Street Cleveland (662) 846-0272

BAPTIST MISSIONARY

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST HOLINESS USA 1010 South Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7026

MOUNT OLIVE MB CHURCH 701 Beach Street Cleveland (662) 843-0575 MT. PILGRIM MB CHURCH 104 Mullins Road Cleveland (662) 843-9553

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CHURCH OF GOD CLEVELAND CHURCH OF GOD Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 843-5919

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 150 Eastover Drive Cleveland (662) 843-8693

EPISCOPAL CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 107 South Victoria Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-5964

INTERDENOMINATIONAL THE CHURCH OF JESUS 1445-A Shaw-Skene Road Cleveland (662) 846-0950 WORD OF DELIVERANCE 1210 West Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 843-1919 UNITED FAMILY LIFE CENTER 1101 South Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Cleveland (662) 843-3097

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-6037

METHODIST WESLEY FOUNDATION 904 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-8865 FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 318 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-3414

PRESBYTERIAN COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN 110 Bishop Road Cleveland (662) 843-9598 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 1100 West Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 843-4239

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ental Property

REAL ESTATE LIST OF LANDLORDS, PROPERTIES AND CONTACT INFORMATION APARTMENTS & CONDOS ASHLEY APARTMENTS 201 Lamar Street 9 Units (662) 843-4611

COLONY APARTMENTS 410 Bishop Road 88 Units (662) 843-3869

LEAD BAYOU APARTMENTS 147 White Street 48 Units (662) 846-1419

BEAR PEN APARTMENTS 398 Yale Street Extended (662) 441-2500

COUNTRY VILLAGE APARTMENTS 282 Yale Street 24 Units (662) 846-0399

MCCARTY APARTMENTS 507 South Court Street (662) 843-4606

CAMELLIA APARTMENTS 1300 Cross Street 72 Units (Subsidized-Equal Housing Opportunity) (662) 843-9933 CARPENTER ESTATES 312 Carpenter Street 72 Units (Not Subsidized) (662) 843-9449 CLEVELAND TOWN HOMES 607 Rosemary Road (662) 843-6035 COLLEGE HEIGHTS APARTMENTS 811 Oak Street 28 Units (Adjacent to DSU) (662) 719-2147

COUNTRY WAY APARTMENTS Highway 8 East (662) 846-1201 DELTA COURT APARTMENTS 803 South Court Street (662) 843-0307 EASTSIDE MANOR APARTMENTS 815 Beach Street 21 Units (662) 843-2555 GREEN ACRE TOWNHOUSES 627 North Bayou Road (662) 843-7368 KIMBERLY APARTMENTS Ray Drive & Kimberly Drive 65 Units (662) 719-1709

OAK COURT ESTATES (WEST) 700 South Court Street (662) 299-9655 OAK COURT ESTATES (EAST) 608 South Court Street (662) 719-3631 ODOM PLACE TOWNHOUSES 215 North Second Avenue 18 Units (662) 843-6090 SOUTH CENTRAL VILLAGE APARTMENTS 609 Glasco & South Chrisman 60 Units (Cater to the Handicapped, Elderly and Disabled) (662) 843-0784

SOUTHERN VILLAS OF CLEVELAND 607 Rosemary Road 40 Units (662) 843-6035 SUNSET VILLAGE APARTMENTS 900 White Street 136 Units (662) 843-9823 VICTORIA BEND APARTMENTS Victoria Avenue (662) 843-5060 VIP VILLAGE APARTMENTS 406 Bishop Road 50 Units (662) 843-8812 WESTSIDE APARTMENTS Highway 8 West 18 Units (Mark Myers) (662) 719-6554 / (662) 588-3184 YOUNG AVENUE APARTMENTS 1530 Young Avenue 40 Units (662) 843-7502

ADDITIONAL CONTACTS FOR RENTAL PROPERTIES MARK MYERS (662) 588-3184

TERRY BURD (662) 843-0507

COUNTRY WAY APARTMENTS (662) 347-6266

JERRY WALKER (662) 721-8182

KEITH WALKER (662) 719-3048

W. A. HOLLINGSWORTH (662) 843-9886

JENNIFER WALKER (662) 588-8117

BELL RENTAL PROPERTIES (662) 441-2500

JOHN ARMSTRONG (662) 719-3631

DAVID BAILEY, JR. (662) 843-6360 or (662) 846-7459

TRACEY BELL (662) 441.2500

GARRETT PROPERTIES (662) 846-6944

EDDIE VAUGHN (662) 402-1544

NORQUIST RENTAl (662) 719-0949

DEBBIE JOEL (662) 843-7108 or (662) 843-4999 FERRETTI PROPERTIES (662) 545-3261

BILLY PERRY (662) 843-3173

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LOCAL

Life

Dockery Plantation is a must-stop destination for visitors to the community.

Dockery was once a 25,600-acre thriving cotton plantation and sawmill.

Located on the Sunflower River between Ruleville and Cleveland, it is widely regarded as the place where Delta blues music was born. The plantation is now used for a variety of events from music festivals to wedding ceremonies.

Put out the fire! The local volunteer fire departments for both the city and county consist of a great group of brave men who are most definitely equal to the task.That said, they are also willing to step up to the plate when fun is on the agenda. Both departments spend time visiting with school children across the county sharing tips on fire safety.

Deep Roots is a local live music initiative featuring area roots music artists and bands. Put together through the combined efforts of Big Front Porch Productions and the City of Cleveland, these performances celebrate and promote music in the heart of the American Music triangle.

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Cleveland is an artcentric community and the Mathers-Sanders Sculpture Garden, on the grounds of the Bologna Performing Arts Center, has played a major role in this development.

Due to the generosity of many people throughout the years, Delta State has become noted for its permanent collection of sculptures which now numbers more than thirty pieces.

Expansion is not just for big cities.

There are several Bolivar County businesses who have taken the plunge to open additional locations. Their success translates into success for the entire community.

They say it takes a village to raise a child. The “village” of Bolivar County is a tight-knit group of residents who never miss the opportunity to support local youth. Small town living at its best!

Let’s put on a show! The greek system at Delta State University is thriving. There are several options for both male and female students and they all strive to make the college experience the best that it can be. Regular shows and performances up the entertainment value and of course their local philanthropy is an asset to the community.

If there is one thing that Delta people love it is a party! Many of the local restaurants in Bolivar County offer extensive catering services. Whether you are needing a small spread for an intimate gathering or a full-blown menu for a bigger affair, caterers in the area have you covered.

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LOCAL

Life Delta Arts Alliance, which serves as a bridge to connect diverse cultures through their contributions to the arts, continues to be committed to providing educational programs for the youth of Bolivar County. From dance classes to art lessons the fun never ceases at the Ellis!

The Mighty Mississippi keeps rolling along. Local access to the river creates a variety of entertainment options for Bolivar County residents and visitors. From boating to camping or just sightseeing, there is much to do and see along the bank of and on this majestic body of water.

There are nine parks scattered throughout the town of Cleveland and each one provides a unique opportunity to play, relax, be one with nature, or just read a book!

Shopping and sippin’ is always a fun time. In conjunction with the Cleveland Main Street association, downtown merchants have a few “wine down town” events each year. Shoppers have the opportunity to browse each stores selections and also enjoy a tasty beverage.

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Remnants of days gone by. Po’Monkey’s was once a happening hot spot until the death of operator Willie “Po’ Monkey” Seaberry in 2016. The juke joint was founded in the early 1960s and was one of the last rural juke joints in the Delta before closing. While closed to the public, the structure still stands and is on the Mississippi Blues Trail marker tour.

Furry friends are always welcome!

The local shopping experience in Cleveland is certainly unique. You never know who you may encounter to help you make your selections. Business owners are dedicated to knowing their customers and creating a personal connection.

Downtown Cleveland is beautiful in all seasons. It is easy to find the perfect spot for a photo opportunity.

The green strip is on the location of the former tracks of the Illinois Central Railroad. On either side of the “strip” is Cotton Row and Sharpe Avenue. Both are filled with quaint shops and restaurants.

The Wiley Planetarium, located on the campus of Delta State University is the only planetarium associated with a college or university campus across the state. In addition to enabling students to study astronomy, the facility is used to put on programs for local school children and shows for the general public. If you are a “stargazer” you don’t want to miss this experience!

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SERVING THE

Community

THE CLEVELAND VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, where volunteers cover our city, is a great community asset.

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esidents of Cleveland sleep soundly at night knowing the volunteer fire department is guarding the gates. For nearly 100 years, this volunteer fire department has responded to calls at all hours of the day or night, leaving families at the dinner table, children on the baseball field or even the comfort of a good night’s sleep, all to keep the citizens of Cleveland safe. Over the years, these volunteers have received high marks from the state, including Fire Department of the Year and numerous individual awards.

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The fire department is, and always has been, very supportive of community projects. The department started the first little league baseball program. This league has grown into what is now the City of Cleveland Park Commission. The department bought property and filled in the area with many loads of dirt to form the city park now known as Fireman’s Park.

The new city and county facilities are located across from each other on South street. These state-of-the-art buildings have been a great asset to the city and county since they opened in 2020.

THE BOLIVAR COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CHARTERED with the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office in 1974.

The department has stations in Cleveland, Scott, Gunnison and Duncan.

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oday, the Bolivar County Volunteer Fire Department services 928 square miles, including the communities of Shaw, Boyle, Renova, Merigold, Duncan, Alligator, Gunnison, Beulah, Benoit, Scott, Round Lake, Symmond, Rosedale, Shelby, and Pace. Approximately eighty-five volunteers staff thirteen engines, five water tankers, two rescue trucks, three brush fire trucks and a ladder truck.

The department answers approximately 320-350 calls annually. Calls can be for just about any type of emergency imaginable: farm equipment rescue, gas leaks, building fires, airplane crashes, barge fires on the Mississippi River, automobile accidents with entrapment, and grass/field fires.

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ordering Communities MOUND BAYOU

One of the nation’s most historic African American culture sites is Mound Bayou, the oldest town in America founded by former slaves. Mound Bayou was founded in 1887 by ex-slaves Isaiah T. Montgomery and Benjamin T. Green. Montgomery’s home still stands nearby as a monument to the enterprise of newly freed slaves; the structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On the grounds of Mound Bayou’s City Hall is a carved wooden plaque depicting famous black Americans.

Mound Bayou is also home to the creative artisans at Peter’s Pottery. Started in 1998 by the four Woods brothers, the studio has produced pottery for fans worldwide.

DUNCAN­­

Duncan is home to old structures that once were the life’s blood of the town. History and a storied past highlight this small city north of Cleveland.

SHAW

ROSEDALE

This riverside town was made famous in Cream’s classic hit “Crossroads” as being the actual spot where Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil, and some historians believe this is the fabled spot. The historic Rosedale courthouse recently underwent renovations to restore it to its former glory.

Bolivar County has two county seats, one in Cleveland and one in Rosedale. The presentday courthouses were both originally built in the early 1920's.

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Shaw is a city in both Bolivar and Sunflower counties. The name was derived from an old Indian tribe that settled northeast of the region.

Shaw gained national attention in 1971 when a group of local residents led by Andrew Hawkins sued the town for violating their Fourteenth Amendment right to equal protection under the law.

The Circuit Court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs and ordered Shaw to equalize access to public services such as fire hydrants, water mains, sewers and street paving.

ALLIGATOR

This rural community lies off of the blues music thoroughfare, Highway 61. Many residents choose Alligator, not for its unique name, but for the quiet living it affords. It is also popular for tourists in search of the Alligator mural, painted by Delta State art professor Cetin Oguz.

WINSTONVILLE

BENOIT

This small town, located along Scenic Highway 1, is not only known for its proximity to the river, but also as the location for the cult-classic film, Baby Doll, which was shot on Hollywood Plantation at the Burrus House, right. This is the only remaining antebellum home in Bolivar County, and was just recently restored to grandeur.

This area was once home to the Harlem Inn, where acts such as Ike and Tina Turner, B.B. King and Little Milton came to rock the house.

Unfortunately, the Harlem Inn is no longer, but the spot where it once stood is marked on the Mississippi Blues Trail.

SHELBY

The town of Shelby may be small, but it’s large in soul.

This close-knit community produced such great musicians as Mississippi Slim and Erma Franklin, sister of Aretha Franklin, jazz great Gerald Wilson, as well as famed bluesman Henry Townsend, for whom there is a Blues Trail marker in his honor.

MERIGOLD

To the north of Cleveland lies the small town of Merigold, home to Crawdad’s Restaurant and the world-famous McCartys Pottery, started by Lee and Pup McCarty.

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IMPORTANT GOVERNMENT NUMBERS CLEVELAND PUBLIC WORKS (662) 843-5365 BOLIVAR COUNTY CIVIL DEFENSE (662) 843-2300 114 South Street

TAX COLLECTOR (662) 843-2285

FEDERAL

YOUTH COURT OFFICE (662) 843-9898

VETERANS SERVICE CENTER (662) 843-2471 122 South Court Street

BOLIVAR COUNTY AGENT (662) 843-8361

CLEVELAND FIRE DEPARTMENT Station #1 (662) 843-2711 Station #2 (662) 843-3159

BOLIVAR COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (662) 843-2706 711 Third Street

CLEVELAND POLICE DEPARTMENT (662) 843-3611 Emergency, 911

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (662) 843-8311 212 North Pearman

CLEVELAND PARK COMMISSION (662) 846-6605

FOOD STAMP OFFICE (662) 843-8611 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

SANITATION AND WATER MAINTENANCE (662) 843-4601

BOLIVAR COUNTY LIBRARY (662) 843-2774 401 South Court

STREET AND SEWER DEPARTMENT (662) 843-5365

BOLIVAR MEDICAL CENTER (662) 846-0061 Highway 8 East, Cleveland

CLEVELAND AIRPORT (662) 843-9360

BOLIVAR COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION (662) 846-1491 810 East Sunflower Road

BOLIVAR COUNTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR (662) 846-5877 AUDITOR (662) 843-2531 CHANCERY CLERK (662) 843-2071 CHANCERY JUDGE (662) 843-2111 COURT REPORTER (662) 843-2111 CIRCUIT CLERK (662) 843-2061 CIRCUIT JUDGE (662) 843-3346 DISTRICT ATTORNEY (662) 843-8000 JUSTICE COURT (662) 843-4008 SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT (662) 843-5378

FARM/AG SERVICE AGENCY (662) 843-9401 406 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION (662) 843-9402 SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE (662) 843-9405 NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY (662) 843-2631 Industrial Park UNITED STATES POST OFFICE (662) 843-4031 210 S Chrisman Avenue SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONATION (662) 846-6664 Industrial Parkway

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI

MAYOR BILLY NOWELL (662) 846-1471 Cleveland City Hall, 101 N Street

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND COMMERCE (601) 359-1100

CITY CLERK DOMINIQUE GREEN (662) 846-1471 Cleveland City Hall, 101 N Street

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (662) 843-2704 Commerce Avenue

BOARD OF ALDERMEN MAURICE SMITH (WARD 1) (662) 843-1651 121 Belvedere

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Maintenance (662) 843-3541 North Sharpe Avenue

ROBERT SANDERS (WARD 2) (662) 846-9003 925 Martin L. King Drive

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (662) 843-9615 212 North Commerce Avenue DELTA COMMUNITY MENTAL Health Services (662) 843-9445 RURAL DEVELOPMENT (Housing) (662) 846-1448

TAX ASSESSOR (662) 843-3926

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DANNY ABRAHAM (WARD 3) (662) 843-4541 136 N Sharpe Avenue KIRKHAM POVALL (WARD 4) (662) 843-9948 215 North Pearman Avenue PAUL JANOUSH (WARD 5) (662) 843-0033 1105 Farmer TED CAMPBELL (WARD 6) (662) 843-0850 823 Pearl Avenue

GARY GAINSPOLETTI, ALDERMAN AT-LARGE (662) 843-6090 805 West Sunflower Road COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR WILL HOOKER (662) 846-5877 Board of Supervisors BENITHA CALVIN WILLIAMS, DIST. 1 (662) 719-9113 P.O. Box 280, Rosedale DONNY WHITTEN, DIST. 2 (662) 843-8205 803 Bishop Road PRESTON BILLINGS, DIST. 3 (662) 398-7228 P.O. Box 946, Shelby JAMES MCBRIDE, DIST. 4 (662) 843-2401 902 South Street LARRY L. KING, DIST. 5 (662) 402-0159 P.O. Box 235, Shaw BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ATTORNEY ELLIS TURNAGE (662) 843-2811 P.O. Box 216 SHERIFF KELVIN WILLIAMS (662) 843-5378 Bolivar County Courthouse P.O. Box 539 DA BRENDA MITCHELL (662) 843-8000 Bolivar County Courthouse CHANCERY CLERK BRENETT HAYNES (662) 843-2071 Bolivar County Courthouse CIRCUIT CLERK MARILYN KELLY (662) 843-2061 Bolivar County Courthouse P.O. Box 670 TAX ASSESSOR COLLECTOR NANCY HAVENS (662) 843-3926 (662) 843-2285 Bolivar County Courthouse P.O. Box 248 COUNTY ATTORNEY AELICIA THOMAS (662) 843-3777

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hamber Directory

ABOUT THE CLEVELAND-BOLIVAR COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Since 1948, the Chamber has been the voice of business in our area and advocates for important issues that create jobs and grow our economy.

The Chamber provides numerous opportunities for members to grow their business. Whether it is one of our many networking events, targeted advertising ACCOUNTANTS GAINSPOLETTI FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC 805 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-6090 JACKSON AND BRASWELL, P. A. 3513 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 843-1555 AESTHETICS CHIRO ELITE & AESTHETICS 124 North Street Cleveland (662) 843-0076 AGRICULTURE AG RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 201 East Sunflower Road, Suite 10 Cleveland (662) 843-0944 AGUZZI FARMS, INC. 805 Crosby Road Cleveland (662) 843-3083 BAYER P.O. Box 158 Benoit (662) 742-4000 BOLIVAR COUNTY FARM BUREAU FEDERATION 3598 Highway 61 North, Suite B Cleveland (662) 843-4061 FRIENDS OF DAHOMEY P.O. Box 803 Boyle

opportunities, or festivals/special events, the Chamber provides a variety of options to grow and develop business.

The Chamber offers many committees and task forces including but not limited to: Community Development, Education, Delta State Community Action Committee, Keep Cleveland Beautiful,

Leadership, Retirement, Infrastructure, Government Affairs/Advocacy, Marketing and Communication, Membership Services and Finance.

The Chamber includes the Bolivar County Economic Development Foundation, Team Cleveland/Main Street, and the Tourism Council.

NOTT WHEELER JR. 1306 College Street Cleveland (662) 846-6802

SHELBY AIR SERVICE, INC. P.O. Box 1093 Shelby (662) 398-7833

TABB FARMS 1311 College Street Cleveland (662) 846-4339

SIMPLOT GROWER SOLUTIONS 518 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3626

AGRICULTURE & SUPPLIERS BIG RIVER GRAIN, INC. 509 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 721-0309

VALLEY VIEW AGRI-SYSTEMS 605 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7522 or (870) 932-6440

BOYLE FLYING SERVICES P.O. Box 517 Boyle (662) 843-8450

WADE, INC. 645 N Gaines Highway Cleveland (662) 843-5321

GREEN POINT AG, LLC 460 Gaines Highway Boyle (662) 843-0174

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY 175 Laughlin Road Boyle (662) 843-3661 MID-SOUTH WATER AND MACHINE WORKS, LLC 1420 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4076 or (662) 843-4079 MIRTECH HARVEST CENTER 610 Gaines Highway Boyle (844) 690-8130 PLANTERS EQUIPMENT COMPANY 816 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2741 or (662) 843-2742

MID DELTA HEATING AIR COND. & ELEC. 307 North Bayou Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-5413 TAYLOR AIR CONDITIONING 278 Gaines Highway Cleveland (662) 843-8844 AMBULANCE SERVICE AIR EVAC LIFETEAM/ AIRMEDCARE NETWORK 1609 Hospital Street Greenville (662) 336-0061 PAFFORD EMS 901 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-1110

ANTIQUES MOONSTRUCK FLEA MARKET 150 North Street Cleveland (662) 444-3532 NEYSA’S FIRESIDE SHOP 109 North Street Cleveland (662) 843-3311 ROSSON CO. 140 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3986 APARTMENTS CLEVELAND APARTMENTS, LLC 3612 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-3869 or (662) 721-1252 MARK MYERS LLC 204 Caperton Lane Apartment 64 Cleveland (662) 719-6554 or (662) 588-3184 APPLIANCES AARON’S 701 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8414 C.P. HOUSE GAS COMPANY 365 House Bayou Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4077

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY SEARS 522 Third Street Cleveland (662) 843-3671 ART GALLERY STUDIO 230 (COOPER-OGUZ, LLC) 110 B South Court Street Cleveland (662) 402-0379 ATTORNEYS ALEXANDER, JOHNSTON & ALEXANDER 112 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3631 COX & MOORE 116 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-8351 JACKS GRIFFITH LUCIANO, PA 150 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-6171 or (662) 843-6172 MEADOR AND CRUMP 111 South Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-0405 NORQUIST & LEVINGSTON, PLLC 201 South Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-1500 POVALL & JEFFREYS 215 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9948 WESTERFIELD, JANOUSH AND BELL, P.A. 307 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 846-1716 AUTOMOBILE DEALERS CANNON FORD LINCOLN 904 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2785 KIRK BROTHERS OF CLEVELAND 616 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9377 PERRY AUTO SALES 613 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9824

AUTOMOTIVE PARTS BOLIVAR AUTO PARTS 401 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7524 NAPA AUTO PARTS/C AND N AUTO & TRUCK PARTS 303 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4056 or (662) 843-0299

GUARANTY BANK AND TRUST 303 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7699 or (662) 846-7826 JEFFERSON BANK 600 Main Street Rosedale (662) 759-3543

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS & SERVICE

MISSISSIPPI LAND BANK, ACA 3598 Highway 61 North, Suite A Cleveland (662) 843-2421

BOLIVAR TIRE & ALIGNMENT 406 South Street Cleveland (662) 843-5151

PLANTERS BANK & TRUST CO. 428 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3300

BYRD SERVICE STATION 503 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8585

REGIONS BANK 129 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4001

JD TREMEC LLC 2713 George White Circle

RENASANT BANK 308 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-4231

JIMMY’S REPAIR SHOP 913 N. Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 721-5940 BANKS, SAVINGS & LOANS BANK OF BENOIT 202 Main Street Cleveland (662) 742-3342 BANK PLUS 100 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-8133 or 843-8987 CLEVELAND LOANS, INC. 108 Commerce Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9434 CLEVELAND STATE BANK 128 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9461 FIDELITY NATIONAL LOANS 300 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 721-9180 FIRST SOUTH FARM CREDIT P.O. Box 312 Leland (662) 843-4456

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STATEWIDE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 117 Commerce Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-7370 BEAUTY SALONS BG SALON 118 East Sunflower Road Suite A Cleveland (662) 846-1818

MITCHELL DISTRIBUTING 1200 Highway 82 East Leland (662) 686-6906 BOOK STORES BARNES & NOBLE / DSU CAMPUS Delta State University Box 81 Cleveland (662) 846-4640 COTTON ROW BOOKSTORE 333 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-7083 THE DELTA CHRISTIAN 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 641-6620 CABLE COMPANY SPARKLIGHT 221 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4016 CAR DETAILING & GLASS TINTING PRO MASTERS INC. 59 Peavine Road Cleveland (662) 843-1685 CATERING THE FOOD FIX 111 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 719-3536 CHIROPRACTORS

BLUSH SALON 115 South Sharpe Cleveland (662) 400-3070

CHIRO ELITE & AESTHETICS 124 North Street Cleveland (662) 843-0076

KONCEITED TRENDS BEAUTY SALON 720 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 721-8750

CHURCHES

KUTWORKS STUDIO 118 East Sunflower Road, Suite A Cleveland (662) 846-1818 BEER DISTRIBUTORS CLARK BEVERAGE GROUP, INC. 1235 Scott Street Senatobia (901) 490-8153

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 318 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-3414 CLEANING SERVICES BRADHAM ENTERPRISES 211 S. Shapre Avenue Cleveland (662) 621-9898 or (662) 588-0149 J & W CLEANING & MAINTENANCE CO., INC. 405 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-0068 or (662) 843-1913

SERVPRO OF GREENVILLE/ CLEVELAND 715 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-1700 CLOTHING STORE ABRAHAM’S 136 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4541 BG SALON 118 East Sunflower Road Suite A Cleveland (662) 846-1818 GILBOW’S 138 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-1151

TEN TWENTY FOUR 154 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 579-3325 WISHING WELL 341 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-7881 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS AMERICAN LEGION MS DELTA POST 1776 409 South Street Cleveland (662) 843-6609 CLEVELAND COUNTRY CLUB 601 Fayette Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2777

H SQUARED BOUTIQUE 115 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4504

DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 846-4660

HEIDI’S 110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3950

EPSILON XI LAMBDA CHAPTER 400 Pearl Avenue Cleveland (662) 721-2037

KAT 349 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 588-5160

HISTORIC MOUND BAYOU FOUNDATION 604 Washington Avenue Mound Bayou (662) 741-2599

KUTWORKS STUDIO 118 East Sunflower Road Suite A Cleveland (662) 846-1818 MOD AND PROPER 166 N. Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 400-3111 PUNKIN PATCH 134 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-0434 SAN’S TOUCH 106 B. North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 402-0859 or (662) 400-3122 SIPPI GYRLZ APPAREL P.O. Box 1089 Cleveland (662) 588-7554 SOLES 327 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 545-4936

JUNIOR AUXILIARY OF CLEVELAND, INC. P.O. Box 194 Cleveland (662) 846-1716 COFFEE SERVICE-OFFICE MISSISSIPPI GROUNDS 219 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 545-4528 ZOE COFFEE CO. 106A North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 545-4217 COMPUTER PRODUCTS & SERVICES KEY SOLUTIONS INC. 201 East Sunflower Avenue Suite 7 Cleveland (662) 843-7666 or (662) 335-5588

CONSIGNMENT MOONSTRUCK FLEA MARKET 150 North Street Cleveland (662) 444-3532 CONSTRUCTION CLEVELAND LUMBER & SUPPLY CO. 711 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 843-2728 JOE REED AND COMPANY, INC. 1016 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2763 MID-SOUTH WATER AND MACHINE WORKS, LLC 1420 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4076 or (662) 843-4079 ROY COLLINS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 406 Third Street Cleveland (662) 843-5060 COUNTY AGENCIES BOLIVAR COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE 406 North Martin Luther King Drive Cleveland (662) 843-8361 or (662) 402-8362 BOLIVAR COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR 200 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-6811 or (662) 719-9094 ROSEDALE-BOLIVAR COUNTY PORT COMMISSION 317 Port Terminal Road Rosedale (662) 843-2008 or (662) 759-6212 COUNSELING INSPIRATIONS 810 East Sunflower Road Suite 140 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-2889 DAYCARE BACK TO BASIC DAYCARE 816 Bell Avenue Cleveland (662) 588-5732

TINY TOTS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 712 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-6699 DELIVERY SERVICES CLEVELAND TAXI LLC 907 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 719-7433 or (662) 907-4041 DENTISTS DELTA FAMILY DENTAL 201 West Sunflower Road Cleveland 662 545 4060 ENGEL ORTHODONTICS 816 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-7730 JOHNSON DENTAL CLINIC 1313 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 843-8353 PEDIATRIC DENTAL SPECIALIST, PLLC 837 South Main Street Greenville (662) 334-9337 RAANNE TINDLE, D.M.D. 601 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-1570 ROBERT T. RAGAN D.D.S. 216 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2431 DEVELOPERS PERRY MARTIN, LLC P.O. Box 309 Rosedale DISTRIBUTORS MITCHELL DISTRIBUTING 1200 Highway 82 East Leland (662) 686-6906 EDUCATION DELTA CENTER FOR CULTURE AND LEARNING Delta State University Box 3152 Cleveland (662) 846-4311

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY ELECTRICIANS

FOOD \ BEVERAGE SERVICES

ROBINSON ELECTRIC COMPANY 825 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3978

BASKIN ROBBINS P.O. Box 636 (662) 843-6220

SCOTT ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. P.O. Box 811 Greenville (662) 846-1643 EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES BELFLEX STAFFING NETWORK 112 North Street Cleveland (662) 545-4665 MISSISSIPPI WIN JOB CENTER 119 Commerce Ave Cleveland (662) 843-2704 ENGINEERING ELEY BARKLEY, PA 306 Third Street Cleveland (662) 846-0180 EVENT PLANNING THE FOOD FIX 111 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 719-3536 EVENT CENTERS 301 EVENT CENTER 301 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 545-4584 FITNESS CENTER ANYTIME FITNESS 207 North Davis Avenue, Suite G Cleveland (662) 843-8443 BALANCE FITNESS STUDIO 215 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 545-4905 FLOWER SHOPS CLEVELAND FRESH 117 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 441-0500 THE FOOD FIX 146 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 719-3536

CLEVELAND FRESH 117 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 441-0500 CYPRESS BREAD CO. 106 North Sharpe Cleveland (601) 832-2785 DELTA MEAT MARKET 118 North Sharpe Street Cleveland (662) 444-6328 JOHN PAUL GATES 28 Shivers Drive Cleveland (662) 588-9888 LAMPARD’S WHOLESALE MEATS 4146 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 843-3624 PREMIUM SOLUTIONS 3787 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 545-4885 RYAN BETZ (601) 832-2786 SWEETERY BAKESHOP 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 545-4529 FRAME SHOPS AD-VENTURE FRAMES 205 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-6232 COTTON ROW FRAME SHOP, LLC 329 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 846-6175 FRESH PRODUCE ANGIE’S PRODUCE 401 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-6340 FUNERAL SERVICES B&S MEMORIALS, INC. 3745 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 545-4684

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BYAS FUNERAL HOME 1100 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3935

HEIDI’S 110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3950

CLEVELAND FUNERAL HOME 3463 Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 843-2552

MOD AND PROPER 166 N. Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 400-3111

RAY FUNERAL HOME 206 Bishop Road Cleveland (662) 843-1709 or (662) 719-0971 FURNITURE FACTORY DIRECT FURNITURE 4115 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 846-6944 MALLETTE FURNITURE COMPANY, INC. 417 South Street Cleveland (662) 843-9845 MISSISSIPPI CONSIGNMENT SALES 601 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-3388 GARDEN ANGIE’S PRODUCE 401 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-6340 PROFESSIONAL LAWN NURSERY #5 Lombardy Road Drew (662) 441-2995 GAS STATIONS BYRD SERVICE STATION 503 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8585 PARKER'S FILLING STATION P.O. Box 636 Cleveland (662) 843-6220 RICK'S EXPRESS #12 2309 Highway 1 South Cherry Valley (662) 400-3040 GIFTS CLEVELAND FRESH 117 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 441-0500

NEYSA’S FIRESIDE SHOP 109 North Street Cleveland (662) 843-3311 THE DELTA CHRISTIAN 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 641-6620 GLASS-AUTO, PLATE, WINDOW SPECIALTY GLASS 512 Third Street Cleveland (662) 843-4513 GOVERNMENT: CITY, TOWN & COUNTY BOLIVAR COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 1 P.O. Box 698 Cleveland BOLIVAR COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 2 P.O. Box 698 Cleveland BOLIVAR COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 3 P.O. Box 698 Cleveland BOLIVAR COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 4 P.O. Box 698 Cleveland BOLIVAR COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 5 P.O. Box 698 Cleveland TALLAHATCHIE C.C.F. 19351 Highway 49 North (662) 345-6569 TOWN OF BOYLE 111 T.M. Jones Highway Boyle (662) 843-4661 GROCERY STORES VOWELL’S MARKETPLACE 207 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-0023

HARDWARE CLEVELAND HOME AND HARDWARE 401 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-8200 SEARS 522 Third Street Cleveland (662) 843-3671 HEALTHCARE SERVICES AVRITT MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, INC. 4020 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 843-7007 BLAKE SURGICAL ASSOCIATION, PLLC 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 101 Cleveland (662) 846-8880 BOLIVAR MEDICAL CENTER P.O. Box 1380 Cleveland (662) 846-0061 BOLIVAR UROLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 103 Cleveland (662) 846-9990 BRADHAM ENTERPRISES 211 S. Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 621-9898 or (662) 588-0149 CLEVELAND CHILDREN’S CLINIC PLLC 818 E. Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 579-3449 CLEVELAND NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC 4036 Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 843-4014 DELTA OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY 801 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-0880 DYNAMIC WELLNESS MEDICAL CENTER P.O. Box 1847 Cleveland (662) 441-2309

EXPRESS CARE OF MISSISSIPPI 609 North Davis, Suite 108 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 579-3958 HEALTHY LIVING FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER 820 Ashland Avenue Gunnison (662) 402-1074

LYRIC HOTEL 1300 Highway 8W Cleveland 662 441-3901

LEAH & BLAKE FERRETTI P.O. Box 1194 Cleveland MRS. LEE AYLWARD 303 South Leflore Avenue Cleveland

INDIVIDUALS AELICIA THOMAS PO Box 1887 Cleveland (662) 843-3777

LISA MILLER Cleveland NANCY HAVENS P.O. Box 248 Cleveland

INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE 103 South Court Street - 110 Cleveland

BECKY NOWELL 406 Norman Circle Cleveland

JANUS HEALTH SOLUTIONS 55 Mohawk Road (202) 680-8129

BETTY THIGPEN 506 Reed Drive Cleveland

M & J ANGELS HOME HEALTH CARE 816 Jackson Street

BEVERLY RAY CARD 1784 North Bayou Cleveland

MISSISSIPPI BLOOD SERVICES 609 North Davis Avenue, Suite 101B Cleveland (888) 902-5663

BILL QUINTON 921 Ninth Avenue Cleveland

STERN CARDIOVASCULAR 8060 Wolf River Boulevard Germantown (901) 271-1000 THE SONOGRAM SPECIALIST 802 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 588-8616 THE WAE CLINIC 201 E. Sunflower Road, Suite 5 Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 545-4599 HOME IMPROVEMENTS CLEVELAND HOME AND HARDWARE 401 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-8200 HOSPICE HEART OF HOSPICE, LLC 810 E. Sunflower Road, Suite 100-C Cleveland (662) 350-0557 HOTELS & MOTELS COMFORT INN OF CLEVELAND 807 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (800) 846-1525 or (662) 424-6423 COTTON HOUSE CLEVELAND 233 Cotton Row Cleveland (334) 312-2054

NEVIN SLEDGE 1012 Farmer Cleveland

MURAT GUR Cleveland MATTY BENGLOFF

CAROLINE GAINES 1313 College Street Cleveland

MAYOR ROGER CARTER City of Shaw

CYNTHIA AND KEN MCCOOL 604 Frederick Drive Cleveland DANA GEORGE DSU Box A-3 Cleveland DAVID AND DEBBIE HESLEP 204 South Fourth Street Cleveland DONNA AND PETE PEDEN 210 South Third Street Cleveland DR. KENT WYATT 526 Hillcrest Circle Cleveland

MICKEY THOMPSON 206 College Street Cleveland PATRICIA FARR RANDOLPH BLAKEMAN 906 Fifth Avenue Cleveland (662) 588-0936 ROSCOE WADE 1200 Avery Street Cleveland (240) 381-5800 W. HUNTER NOWELL 1003 West Sunflower Road Cleveland WILLIE GANT

FRANCES NEAL P.O. Box 186 Cleveland

WILL GATES

MRS. HUGH ELLIS WALKER 513 Reed Drive Cleveland JEFFREY FARRIS 1311 South Fifth Avenue Cleveland REP. JOHN HINES KATHERINE PEARSON 307 Levee Street Rosedale KAY BULLOCK 2809 Highway 446 Boyle

MARY JANOUSH 610 Frederick Drive Cleveland

WILL SLEDGE INSURANCE AMERICAN AUTO INSURANCE AGENCY 109 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662)843-2282 BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL SERVICES American Cancer Society 4308 Mockemut Lane

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY FARM BUREAU INSURANCE; BOLIVAR COUNTY 3598 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 588-2242

WILSON SLEDGE 103 South Court Street Suite 124 Cleveland (662) 843-9105

DAN BELL STATE FARM INSURANCE 1101 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 843-5938

INVESTMENT & FINANCE

DELTA RISK SOLUTIONS 705 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3888 DENSON INSURANCE 703 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-9541 DIRECT AUTO & LIFE INSURANCE 316- C North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 579-4002 ROBERT HOLLAND DBA HUMANA 507 Cypress Street Leland (662) 347-0722 or (601) 605-5130 NATIONWIDE INS. WILSON LANGSTON 301 West Sunflower Road Suite A Cleveland (662) 579-3430 PATRICK B. DAVIS STATE FARM INSURANCE 103 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-1591 REED BENEFIT SOLUTIONS, LLC 1417 Trailwood Drive Suite E Greenville (662) 771-4073 RIMMER-CHILD & KOONCE INSURANCE 203 North Pearman Ave Cleveland (662) 846-6677 SOUTH GROUP INSURANCE SERVICES 105 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-2747 WARREN BRAMUCHI DBA FARM BUREAU 321 Laughlin Road Boyle (662) 719-7195

AP FINANCIAL 307 Cotton Row, Suite 18 Cleveland (662) 719-3220 BLAKEMAN, BRISTER, & PUTMAN FINANCIAL GROUP, P.A. 214 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-5923 GAINSPOLETTI FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC 805 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-6090 GOLDEN HARVEST FINANCIAL SERVICES 698 South Street Cleveland (662) 843-5361 JACKSON AND BRASWELL, P. A. 3513 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 843-1555 VARNER BROKERAGE, INC. 325 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-6015 JEWELRY STORE BRITT JEWELRY 104 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-7464 ROSSON CO. 140 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3986

LIQUOR STORES

MEDIA & ADVERTISING

CECIL’S PACKAGE STORE 916 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4907

COOPWOOD COMMUNICATIONS 125 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-2700

TJ’S SPIRITS 1415 Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 846-5386 WARE WINE AND SPIRITS 600-3 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-6688 LOANS

FLATLANDERS PRINTING COMPANY 1321 Highway 8 West 3A Cleveland (662) 846-0725

REPUBLIC FINANCE, LLC 710 North Davis Avenue, Suite L Cleveland (662) 846-9022

RADIO CLEVELAND, INC. 911 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4091

LUMBER COMPANIES

TELESOUTH COMMUNICATIONS 3192 Browning Road 520 Greenwood (662) 453-2174

BOYLE LUMBER COMPANY 401 Gaines Highway Boyle (662) 846-5129 CLEVELAND LUMBER & SUPPLY CO. 711 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 843-2728 FLEMING LUMBER COMPANY 224 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2763 MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING BAXTER HEALTHCARE CORPORATION 911 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9421

LAWN CARE

CIVES STEEL COMPANY 219 Port Terminal Road Rosedale (662) 759-6265

PRO-LAWN CARE SERVICES, LLC P.O. Box 359 Cleveland (662) 721-8889

NEEDLE SPECIALTY PRODUCTS CORP. 600 Highway 446 Boyle (662) 846-0640

PROFESSIONAL LAWN NURSERY #5 Lombardy Road Drew (662) 441-2995

O3 ANIMAL HEALTH P.O. Drawer 427 Boyle (662) 822-8822

TOTAL LAWN CARE 868 Steiner Road Cleveland (662)719-1785

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DELTA RADIO, INC. 3965 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-3392

QUALITY STEEL CORPORATION 2914 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 843-4046

THE DELTA NEWS 837 Washington Avenue Greenville (662) 332-1500 ext 125 WDSW 88.1 THE TRAIL 1003 West Sunflower Road Cleveland MEDICAL CLINICS, HOSPITALS AIR EVAC LIFETEAM/ AIRMEDCARE NETWORK 1609 Hospital Street Greenville (662) 336-0061 BLAKE SURGICAL ASSOCIATION, PLLC 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 101 Cleveland (662) 846-8880 BOLIVAR MEDICAL CENTER 901 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-0061 BOLIVAR UROLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 907 East Sunflower Road, Suite 103 Cleveland (662) 846-9990 CLEVELAND MEDICAL CLINIC, PLLC 801 East Sunflower Rd, Suite 100A Cleveland (662) 843-3606

DELTA HEALTH CENTER 548 Rosemary Road Cleveland (662) 741-8880 DELTA OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY 801 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-0880 DYNAMIC WELLNESS MEDICAL CENTER P.O. Box 1847 Cleveland (662) 441-2309

NURSING HOME

PEST CONTROL SERVICES

PHYSICIANS

CLEVELAND NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC 4036 Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 843-4014

ADVANCED MOSQUITO CONTROL 2826 Highway 446 Boyle (662) 843-8450

CARDIOVASCULAR SOLUTIONS OF CENTRAL MS 903 East Sunflower Road #500 Cleveland (888) 796-1835

ROGER’S ENTOMOLOGICAL SERVICES Highway 61 South Cleveland (662) 846-1217 or (662) 846-1236

POTTERY

PETER’S POTTERY 301 Fortune Avenue Mound Bayou (662) 741-2283

BOLIVAR BULLET P.O. Box 117 Cleveland (662)843-2700

OFFICE-SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE DAWKINS OFFICE SUPPLY 221 Main Street Greenville (662) 332-5448

FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC 803 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-2721

IMAGE SPECIALIST COMPANY 213 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-6482

TRI-STATE TERMITE CONTROL 1340 Highway 49 Clarksdale (662 843-5340 or (662) 624-2542

HEALTHY LIVING FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER 820 Ashland Avenue Gunnison (662) 402-1074

OPTOMETRISTS

PHARMACY/DRUG STORE

DELTA EYE CLINIC 800 First Street Cleveland (662) 579-3737

CLEVELAND MEDICAL ARTS PHARMACY 810 East Sunflower Road Suite 100 D Cleveland (662) 843-4214

MEDICAL SUPPLIES JANUS HEALTH SOLUTIONS 55 Mohawk Road (202) 680-8129 MISCELLANEOUS BOSS LADY WORKFORCE AND TRANSPORTATION 305 McClain Avenue Cleveland (662) 588-2019 CLEVELAND RENT-ALL OUTDOORS P.O. Box 600 Cleveland (662) 843-9871 THE SALVATION ARMY 121 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (601) 214-5154

REESE EYE CARE SERVICES, P.A. 801 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-4011 OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT TRACTOR SUPPLY CO 306 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-8343 PAINT DEALERS CLEVELAND HOME AND HARDWARE 401 First Street Cleveland (662) 843-8200

MUSEUMS, ART, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT

CLEVELAND LUMBER & SUPPLY CO. 711 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 843-2728

BIG FRONT PORCH PRODUCTIONS P.O. Box 552 Cleveland (662) 931-3799

FLEMING LUMBER COMPANY 224 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2763

CUZ STUDIO AND SOUND 19 Horseshoe Drive Cleveland (662) 719-1717

SHERWIN WILLIAMS COMPANY 109 Commerce Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-1481 or (662) 846-1482

GRAMMY MUSEUM MISSISSIPPI 800 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 441-0100

SOUTH STREET PHARMACY 410 South Street Cleveland (662) 843-6700 WALGREENS 301 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-1206 PHOTOGRAPHY/STUDIO HADONICA’S PHOTOGRAPHY 5 Brown Drive Cleveland (662) 719-3153 DELTA LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY 498 Hillcrest Circle Cleveland (662) 719-8197 POWELL PHOTOGRAPHY 1115 Lamar Street Cleveland (662) 846-7948 PHYSICAL THERAPY ADVANCE PHYSICAL THERAPY 810 East Sunflower Road Suite 150 Cleveland (662) 843-4990

MCCARTYS 101 St. Mary Street Merigold (662) 748-2293

PUBLISHERS & PRINTERS

DELTA BUSINESS JOURNAL 125 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 843-2700 DELTA MAGAZINE P.O. Box 117 Cleveland (662)843-2700 FLATLANDERS PRINTING COMPANY 1321 Highway 8 West 3A Cleveland (662)846-0725 REAL ESTATE DEBBIE DAVIS REAL ESTATE, LLC 201 East Sunflower Road Suite 1 Cleveland (662) 402-0031 GRIFFITH REAL ESTATE, INC & GRIFFITH APPRAISAL SERVICES 1200 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-0309 LELAND SPEAKES & ASSOCIATES 103 South Court Street #100 Cleveland (662) 843-2751 MOSCO LAND AND REALTY 701 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-1425

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY PARTNERSHIP PROPERTIES 201 East Sunflower Road, Suite 6 Cleveland (662) 843-8850

AIRPORT GROCERY 3608 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-4817

MEXICO GRILL 604 North Davis, Suite 106 F Cleveland (662) 843-3383

TOM SMITH LAND AND HOMES LLC 216 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 441-2500

BACKDRAFT 337 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 846-9991

MISSISSIPPI GROUNDS 219 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 545-4528

BURGER KING 215 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (770) 738-8790

MOSQUITO BURRITO 118 E Sunflower, Suite C (662) 843-4822

RECREATION DELTA ESCAPE 101 South Sharpe Cleveland (662) 719-9527 RENTAL PROPERTY CLEVELAND APARTMENTS LLC 3612 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-3869 or (662) 721-1252 GRIFFITH REAL ESTATE, INC GRIFFITH APPRAISAL & SERVICES 1200 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-0309 KEITH WALKER RENTALS 1101 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-7102 MARK MYERS, LLC 204 Caperton Lane Apartment 64 Cleveland (662) 719-6554 or (662) 588-3184 MOSCO LAND & REALTY 701 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 846-1425 RENTAL SERVICES CLEVELAND EVENT CENTER 209 East Carpenter Street Cleveland (662) 545-4755 or (662) 719-3539 WILLIAMS EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY 911 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-1661

CATFISH CABIN 575 Highway 61 Boyle. 38730 (662) 846-0004 COUNTRY PLATTER, INC. 700 Ruby Street Cleveland (662) 846-7051 DELTA DAIRY 113 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 545-4859 DELTA MEAT MARKET 215 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 444-6328 DELTA NUTRITION CORNER 1321 Highway 8, Suite 11 Cleveland (662) 200-6763 DOMINOS 425 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3663 or (662) 417-3909 G3 INTERESTS, LLC DBA ZAXBY’S 208 Fairground Street Winona, 38967 (662) 614-0326 HEY JOE’S 118 East Sunflower Road Suite C (662) 843-5425 LA MICHOACANA 1104 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 402-3497

RESTAURANTS

LENNY’S SUB 1307 Highway 8 Cleveland (662) 545-4478

A LA CARTE ALLEY 111 S. Court Street Cleveland (662) 545-4229

LOST PIZZA CO. 3745 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 846-1300

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NO WAY JOSE 1321 Highway 8 West, Suite 2 Cleveland (662) 545-4929 OUR DELTA TABLE 323 Cotton Row Cleveland (662)-545-7458 PAPA ROC’S 3442 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 545-4525 SONIC DRIVE IN 409 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-4389 THE SENATOR’S PLACE 1028 South Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7434 THE WAREHOUSE 229 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7223 or (662) 402-1563 WENDY’S 801 North Davis Avenue Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-6090 WING HAVEN 400 North Davis Avenue, Suite A Cleveland (662) 545-4271 301 EVENT CENTER 301 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 545-4584 RETAIL FACTORY DIRECT FURNITURE 4115 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 846-6944 LEE MAY MAX LLC 715 Pearl Street Cleveland (662)641-0854

MISSISSIPPI CONSIGNMENT SALES 601 East Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-3388 TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY 306 E. Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8343 RETAIL DOWNTOWN ABRAHAM’S 136 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4541 AD-VENTURE FRAMES 205 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-6232 BACKDRAFT 337 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 846-9991 BRITT JEWELRY 104 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-7464 CLEVELAND COLLECTIVE 172 North Sharpe Cleveland (662)902-0590 CLEVELAND TROPHY 120 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-8860 COTTON ROW BOOKSTORE 333 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-7083 COTTON ROW FRAME SHOP, LLC 329 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 846-6175 DELTA ARTS ALLIANCE 103 South Court Street #106 Cleveland (662) 843-3344 DELTA DAIRY 113 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 545-4859 GILBOW’S 138 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-1151 H SQUARED BOUTIQUE 115 South Sharpe Ave Cleveland (662) 843-4504

HEIDI’S 110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3950

SOLES 327 Cotton Row Cleveland (662)545-4936

HEY JOE’S 118 East Sunflower Road, Suite C Cleveland (662) 843-5425

SPARKLIGHT 221 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4016

KAT 349 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 588-5160 KUTWORKS 118 East Sunflower Road, Suite A Cleveland (662) 846-1818 MAGNOLIA PROPER LLC 425 Cedar Road Cleveland (662) 827-0579 MISSISSIPPI GROUNDS 219 South Court Street Cleveland (662) 545-4528 MOD + PROPER 166 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 400-3111 MOSQUITO BURRITO 118 East Sunflower Road, Suite C Cleveland (662) 843-4822 NEYSA’S FIRESIDE SHOP 109 North Street Cleveland (662) 843-3311 PATRICK B. DAVIS STATE FARM INSURANCE 103 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-1591 PUNKIN PATCH 134 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-0434 REGIONS BANK 129 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4001 SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO. 109 Commerce Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-1481 or (662) 846-1482 SIPPI GYRLZ APPAREL P.O. Box 1089 Cleveland (662) 588-7554

SCRAP METAL PROCESSOR

STORAGE FACILITES

BROWN BROS. SCRAP METAL INC. 423 Central Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-5741

MCNEER MINI STORAGE 811 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-5336

SCREEN PRINTING

SWEETERY BAKESHOP 112 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 545-4529

HEIDI’S 110 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3950

TEN TWENTY FOUR 154 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 579-3325

SECURITY - PRODUCTS, SYSTEMS, BURGLAR ALARMS & COMPANIES

THE WAREHOUSE 229 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7223 (662) 402-1563 WISHING WELL 341 Cotton Row Cleveland (662) 843-7881 SCHOOLS, COLLEGES & EDUCATION BAYOU ACADEMY 1291 Crosby Road Cleveland (662) 843-3708 CLEVELAND SCHOOL DISTRICT 305 Merritt Drive Cleveland (662) 843-3529 DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY DSU Box A - 1 Cleveland, 38733 (662) 846-4000 MISSISSIPPI DELTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE P.O. Box 668 Morehead (662) 246-6301 PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL 1110 Highway 8 West Cleveland (662) 843-8698 SAINT JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL 1501 VFW Road Greenville (662) 378-9711

SECURITY SERVICES, INC. 504 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-7268 SERVICE BOLIVAR COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY, INC. 810 East Sunflower Road Suite 130 Cleveland (662) 846-1491 BOLIVAR COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING 800 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-6161 DELTA ARTS ALLIANCE 103 South Court Street #106 Cleveland (662) 843-3344 SIGN COMPANIES JOHN SIGNS CO. INC. 4139 Highway 8 East Cleveland (662) 843-3548 SPORTING GOODS DELTA OUTDOORS 3755 Highway 61 North Cleveland (662) 843-9109 PAUL’S MART INC. 612 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-2719 STEEL FABRICATORS CIVES STEEL COMPANY 219 Port Teminal Road Rosedale, 38769 (662) 759-6265

TAX PREPARATION SERVICES TAX TYME, LLC 109 South Davis Avenue, Bldg B, Suite 4 Cleveland (662) 843 4447 SBK FINANCIAL GROUP 1321 Highway 8 West, Suite 12 Cleveland (662) 721-2376 TELEPHONE COMPANIES AT&T 337 North Broadway Tupelo, 38804 (601) 961-1160 or (601) 405-2451 C SPIRE WIRELESS 608 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-7400 RUSSELL CELLULAR 710 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 701-7566 SPARKLIGHT 221 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-4016 TRANSPORTATION BOLIVAR COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING 800 North Davis Avenue Cleveland (662) 846-6161 BOSS LADY WORKFORCE AND TRANSPORTATION 305 McClain Avenue Cleveland (662) 588-2019 CLEVELAND TAXI, LLC 907 North Chrisman Avenue Cleveland (662) 719-7433 or (662) 907-4041 DEH TRUCKING 3671 Highway 61 Cleveland (662) 843-3217 JANTRAN, INC. 507 David Work Road Rosedale (662) 759-6841

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY TREE SERVICES

AMELIA GOSS

ELIZABETH SWINDLE EMMANUEL HOWZE-WARKIE

MATT GRIFFIN MATT STOVALL

HUNTER CALDWELL TREE CARE 117 East Reed Road Greenville, 38701 (662) 378-6240

ANNA WIES

G. HASTINGS SARTIN

MATTHEW MULLINS

ANTHONY GIBSON

GARRETT JONES

MICHAEL AGUZZI

ASHLEY COX

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ATMOS ENERGY - 5136 107 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 843-3684

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MULLER RUAN DE-WET

BARBARA ANN BECKHAM

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NICK AND JESS MCCLAIN

BEN YARBROUGH BRENT AND JORDAN LANGSTON

HAYLEY FLOYD & JORDAN BURCHFIELD

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COOPERATIVE ENERGY 201 North President Street Jackson DELTA ELECTRIC POWER ASS. P.O. Box 9399 Greenwood, 38930 (662) 843-5441 ENTERGY 100 West Sunflower Road Cleveland (662) 721-4144 WHOLESALE & DISTRIBUTORS DENTON DAIRY PRODUCTS 116 North Pearman Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-9451 GRESHAM PETROLEUM CO. 415 Pershing Avenue Indianola, 38751 (662) 887-2160 NEHI BOTTLING COMPANY 310 North Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3431

BRENT AND MISSY POWELL BRIAN SCHAEFER BRIANA HENDERSON BRITTANY CLAY BRITTANY MCCLENDON NOAH HILL BRYN BRAZELL BRYON HARDEN CAITLIN CADE CAROLINE BOND CATHERINE SENO CHACE HOLLAND CHRIS ORR CHRIS SMITH CHRIS WILLIAMS

HUNTER NOWELL JACON TAYLOR JAKEDRA HENRY JEREMIAH SMITH JESS COOK JESSICA PLEASANT JIMMY AND KATIE MCCLELLAN JOELLE SPRINGER JOEY REED JOSH GRANT JOSH MCPHERSON JUDSON BROWN KATHERINE PARYS KATIE STRAIN KATY BARBATI KAYLYN ARNOLD

SCOTT PETROLEUM 121 West Harrison Street Ruleville (662) 756-4351

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KYLE WALTMAN

SERV-U- PETROLEUM, INC. 441 South Sharpe Avenue Cleveland (662) 843-3471

CLINTON CARLISLE

LANA AGUZZI

COURTNEY MORGAN

LESLIE THOMPSON

CRAIG HANKINS

LIBBY SWITZER

CRAIG TAYLOR

MADISYN BRYANT

DARLA POOLE

MALLORY BURCHFIELD

DAVID SELLERS

MANDA LACAZE

DEAN ARNOLD

MARSHALL BIEVINS

DIANA MCLEMORE

MARY VAN HANYES

DUSTY WARD

MATT AND CINDY DEFILLIPS

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ANDREW WHALEN AMANDA BOWAN ALEX BARILLAS ALLIE WATKINS ALLISON MORSE ALYSSA PEARSON

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NOAH HILL OLIVIA HILL OMAR CATHCINGS PAIGE DAUGHERTY RACHEL CARSON REED JONES REEVES GADDY RICK SHANNON ROBERT BEAUGRAND RORI & MARISOL DOYLE RUSSELL GAINSPOLETTI RYAN AND TAYLOR TAYLOR SAMMI LEINART SARAH SHEPHERD SARAH STRAIN SAVANNAH AGUZZI SHANNON BROWN SHAWN MATTHEWS STEVEN STEWART TASHA AND JUSTIN HUERTA TOMMY AND MELANIE GOZA TYLER BROOK TYLER CANNON TYLER DIXON TYLER DUNAVENT TYLER THORNTON

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BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Delta State University is truly the heartbeat of the town. From football games to baseball and all other sports in between, local residents and families can take part in activities that support the athletes and students. Living in a university town affords many options for entertainment and fun!

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CIVIL RIGHTS & THE Blues

The Delta Blues has many roots in Cleveland and Bolivar County, with stops along famous roadways like the “Blues Highway,” Highway 61, as well as the Great River Road, Highway 1. Many of these unique towns contain Mississippi Blues Trail markers that tell the story of how the blues influenced the world.

BLUES TRAIL MARKERS IN BOLIVAR COUNTY BY DRIVE HIGHWAY 61 MARKERS (NORTH TO SOUTH) 1 ALLIGATOR BLUES / ALLIGATOR / LAKE STREET 2 BLUES LEGENDS OF DUNCAN / DUNCAN / EAST MAIN & PARK STREET 3 THE HARLEM INN / WINSTONVILLE / ML KING DRIVE & MIXON STREET 4 MOUND BAYOU BLUES / MOUND BAYOU / WEST MAIN STREET 5 HENRY TOWNSEND / SHELBY / BROADWAY & 2ND AVENUE 6 PO MONKEY’S / MERIGOLD / PO MONKEY ROAD 7 W.C. HANDY / CLEVELAND / COURT STREET & PEARMAN AVENUE 8 CHRISMAN STREET MARKER / CLEVELAND / CHRISMAN STREET 9 GOSPEL & THE BLUES / CLEVELAND / RUBY STREET 10 THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE BLUES / DOCKERY FARMS / HIGHWAY 8 EAST 11 THE PEAVINE / BOYLE / HIGHWAY 446 & ILLINOIS CENTRAL AVENUE 12 HONEYBOY EDWARDS / SHAW / WHITE OAK STREET

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Henry "Mule" Townsend, the only blues artist that recorded every decade from the 1920s to the 2000s, was born in Shelby on October 27, 1909. A longtime resident of St. Louis, where he was hailed as a patriarch of the local blues scene, Townsend died on September 24, 2006. A master guitarist and pianist, he played an integral role in the vital St. Louis blues scene of the 1920s, ’30s, and ’40s.

Bolivar County has deep roots in the civil rights movement, and is home to two of the Mississippi Freedom Trail markers that tell the story of the civil rights movement in the county.

TRAVELING THE RIVERSIDE BLUES HIGHWAY 1 MARKERS (NORTH TO SOUTH)

Charley Patton called Dockery Farms home, and you can still visit the historic grounds today. B.B. King said if he could name one place where the blues started, it was Dockery Farms.

Located on Highway 8 just five miles East of Cleveland.

13 OTIS CLAY / GUNNISON / WAXHAW ROAD 14 HOT TAMALES & THE BLUES / ROSEDALE / HIGHWAY 1 & BROWN STREET 15 ROSEDALE & THE RIVERSIDE BLUES / ROSEDALE / RAILROAD AVENUE & BROWN STREET 16 EDDIE TAYLOR / BENOIT / HIGHWAYS 1 & 448 17 EDDIE SHAW / BENOIT / HIGHWAYS 1 & 448 18 MISSISSIPPI RIVER BLUES / SCOTT / SALISBURY AVENUE & DEER CREEK DRIVE

THE AMZIE MOORE HOME

Amzie Moore was a leader “a civil rights giant” in the civil rights movement in Mississippi. After serving in World War II, he co-founded the Regional Council of Negro Leadership, helped organize the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee in Mississippi, and was the first president of the Cleveland NAACP. His home was used as a “revolving dormitory” and “safe house” for activists during the movement’s voterregistration drives in the 1960s. His many guests included Fannie Lou Hamer, Medgar Evers, Dr. Martin Luther King, Andrew Young, John Lewis, Thurgood Marshall, and Rev. Jesse Jackson.

614 SOUTH CHRISMAN AVENUE CLEVELAND

The rich Italian heritage of the Mississippi Delta was recently acknowledged with the placement of a historic marker in Bolivar County.

T.R.M. HOWARD The White Front Cafe, located in the Delta town of Rosedale, is a small historic storefront with a Blues Trail Marker out front.

The cafe is a great spot for hot tamales—and hot tamales ONLY.

Theodore Roosevelt Mason Howard was a surgeon in Mound Bayou who founded the Regional Council of Negro Leadership, Mississippi’s preeminent civil rights organization in the 1950s. He served as a mentor to Amzie Moore, Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, Jesse Jackson and more. He played a prominent role in the investigation of the murder and kidnapping of Emmett Till.

EDWARDS AVENUE AND ROOSEVELT STREET MOUND BAYOU

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LOOK WHO'S

Visited Elvis Ed Nixon Smashing Pumpkins Roger Fisher, Heart Joe Frazier Mohammed Ali Rosanne Cash Bryce Dallas Howard Jessica Chastain Morgan Freeman BB King Jerry Lee Lewis Carlos Santana Debbie Gibson Bobby Gentry Johnny Cash Willie Nelson Ted Nugent Ike and Tina Turner Martin Luther King, Jr. Kris Kristopherson Judge Antonin Scalia Marvin Hammlisch Shannen Doherty The Avett Brothers The Temptations Matthew McConaughey Holly Marie Combs Stevie Ray Vaughan Wernher von Braun David Rockefeller Mark Zuckerberg John F. Kennedy, Jr. Ted Kennedy Bobby Kennedy President Bill Clinton President George W. Bush

Many famous musicians,artists, movie stars and politicians have traveled to our town.

Keith Richards The Rolling Stones Mick Jagger The Rolling Stones President Theodore Roosevelt Geoff Emerick Engineer of The Beatles Lynyrd Skynyrd Gene Hackman Travis Tritt Emma Stone The Bangles Ray Charles Sara Evans Tanya Tucker Amy Grant Vince Gill Clint Black Faye Dunaway Hillary Clinton Vice President Al Gore Derek St. Holmes Ted Nugent Band Peyton Manning Eli Manning Archie Manning James Burton, guitarist for Elvis Billy Gibbons, ZZ Top John Grisham William Faulkner George Plimpton Roy Rogers & Dayle Evans Branford Marsalis Jason Isbell Tony Joe White Tom Brokaw

Britt Hume Andy Lack Roy Orbison The Band Perry Mary Wilson Peter Frampton Fred Smith Founder/CEO FedEx Steve Forbes, Forbes Magazine John Prine Lee Ann Womack Trace Atkins The Beach Boys Craig Morgan Kool & The Gang Kansas Drew Holcomb Mark Chesnutt Joe Diffie Garth Brooks Maren Morris Charlie Pride Joe Bonamassa Alex Chilton Jessica Lange Dionne Warwick Martina McBride Don Felder Lonestar Leanne Morgan Cedric Burnside Clay Walker Marshall Tucker Band Pam Tillis Ashley Cleveland Martha Reeves

We are certain there are some we have missed!

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