Yazoo County Area Job Fair

On May 8, 2019   /   Annual Events, Past Events   /   2 Comments

Looking for a JOB? Make your plans now to attend the 16th Annual Yazoo County Area Job Fair Tuesday, May 14, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the National Guard Armory 2201 Gordon Avenue Yazoo City, Mississippi 39194 This event is FREE to job-seekers and open to the public. For additional information or help with your resume, contact your local WIN Job Center. For locations, visit online at mdes.ms.gov For a list of employers who will be present, visit Yazoo County Area Job Fair 2019. EMPLOYERS: Download your registration form HERE. For more information about participating as an employer in the Yazoo County Area Job Fair, contact Adam Todd at 601-321-6154 or Cobie Collins at 662-571-5898 Yazoo County Area Job Fair Set for May 14, 2019 Yazoo County partners to connect employers with employees YAZOO CITY, MS – If you are looking for a job, you should attend the

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Panther Swamp NWR Kid’s Fishing Rodeo

On May 7, 2019   /   Annual Events, Hunting & Fishing, Past Events   /   Leave a comment

7th Annual Kid’s Fishing Rodeo hosted by Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Saturday, May 18, 2019   “Did you know kids spending time in nature: Builds Confidence, Promotes Creativity and Imagination, Teaches Responsibility, Provides Different Stimulation, Gets Kids Moving, Makes Kids Think, and Reduces Stress and Fatigue” (https://childmind.org/article/why-kids-need-to-spend-time-in-nature/)? The Panther Swamp NWR Annual Kid’s Fishing Rodeo is designed to provide children a chance to experience the outdoors and learn about fishing. Our goal is to instill a lifelong love of the great outdoors in our young people. This event provides opportunities for families to share fun and quality time together while participating in one of our nation’s favorite pastimes. The event is open to all children age 15 and under. Admission is free, however, participants are required to register onsite between 9 AM – 11 AM. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults may assist the children but

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Mother’s Day Antique Car & Motorcycle Show

On May 7, 2019   /   Past Events   /   Leave a comment

Mother’s Day Antique & Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Postponed from May 11 to May 18 due to rain! This event will take place Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 2 pm to 5 pm at the Wardell Leach Recreational Complex in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Admission is $5 per person at the gate (children 12 and under admitted free) and includes the chance to cast one vote for your favorite vehicle! Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, antique & classic vehicles, and motorcycles as we raise funds to support the Pool at Wardell Leach Recreacreational Complex! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. • $20 registration fee per vehicle or motorcycle.• A Cash prize will be awarded to the Car Club with the most entries!• A Cash prize will be awarded to the Motorcycle Club with the most entries!• People’s Choice Awards will be awarded for the favorite Antique Vehicle and favorite Motorcycle!

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Community Yard Sale

On May 7, 2019   /   Past Events   /   Leave a comment

Community Yard Sale Presented by Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce Saturday, May 18, 2019, 7 a.m. – Noon Yazoo County Fairgrounds Hugh McGraw Drive, Yazoo City, Mississippi Shop! Find lots of great deals on many types of items! Participate! Clean out your closets and storage rooms and bring your items to the Community Yard Sale at the Yazoo County Fairgrounds! Rent your space for $20 (benefits the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce) before September 4, 2018. You keep your profits! For more information, contact Chamber Director Kiristi Mills at 662-746-1273

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Hallelujah Wang Dang Doodle

On May 6, 2019   /   Annual Events, Past Events   /   Leave a comment

Hallelujah Wang Dang Doodle A FREE Good-Time Event in Yazoo City Memorial Day Weekend May 24, 25, 26, 2019 at Mary’s Happy Medium 123 West Broadway Yazoo City, MS Join Mary’s Happy Medium for the 2nd Hallelujah Wang-Dang Doodle good time on Memorial Day weekend! Live music and FREE FOOD while it lasts! Friday, May 25 – 8 pm – 11 pm – Seafood Buffet & music by Alfred Young! Saturday, May 26 – 8 pm – 11 pm – Chinese Buffet & music by Rock & Blues Revue Sunday, May 27 – 6 pm – 11 pm – Sunday Supper & music by Press Play 601! Sunday Supper Menu: Apple Baked Ham, Chicken & Dumplings, Meatloaf Supreme, Red Roasted Potatoes, Baked Cabbage, Succotash, Salad, and Dessert For more information, visit Mary’s Happy Medium (The Medium) on Facebook. Presented by Mary’s Happy Medium. Sponsored in part by the Yazoo County

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Back Home Again

On May 6, 2019   /   Annual Events, Past Events   /   2 Comments

Back Home Again 2019 May 24-26, Memorial Day Weekend Back Home Again Festival May 24 – 26, 2019 Friday, May 24th Welcome Home Meet & Greet 8pm-Until 206 Event Center 728 E. 8th Street, Yazoo City Saturday, May 25th Back Home Again Festival Campanella Park 800 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Yazoo City 5K Walk/Run Live Music Sporting Events Professional Wrestling Food Contests Free Concert Sunday, May 26 Maximus Wright presents “Soul Damage” the movie at 3 pm! (location TBA) Fashion Show Historic Tour Stay updated at the Back Home Again Festival 2019 event page on Facebook. For more information email stiffboy41@gmail.com or joethomas75@gmail.com Back Home Again Festival Schedule Saturday, May 25, 2019 6:30 am – Light breakfast and workout with Deloris Scott 7:00 am – Prayer with Pastor T. Williams, Tulane M.B. Church 5K Walk/Run for Lupus and Sickle Cell Awareness 8:00 am – Ubons Backyard Pitmaster Challenge

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Gospel Explosion

On May 5, 2019   /   Annual Events, Past Events   /   Leave a comment

Gospel Explosion 2019 Sunday, May 26, 2019 4:30 pm Live Gospel Music at the New Zion Multi-Purpose Center 630 East 12th Street Yazoo City, Mississippi Tickets $20.00 in advance $25.00 at the door For more information, call 662.571.2269 Featuring: George Dean & G4 – Memphis, TN Blest by 4 – Duncanville, AL Darryl Pettis & Take 2 – Memphis, TN Pastor  Douglas Noel & Friends – Hazelhurt, MS Kaiser Singers – Yazoo City, MS Unity – Toone, TN The Gospel Upsetters – Hattiesburg, MS  Sponsored in part by the Yazoo County Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Hills Meet the Delta Quilt Show

On May 4, 2019   /   Past Events, Uncategorized   /   3 Comments

Hills Meet the Delta Quilt Show Head to downtown Yazoo City on June 8th, 2019, for the Hills Meet the Delta Quilt Show at the Triangle Cultural Center 332 North Main St Yazoo City, Mississippi 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $4 and benefits the Friend of the Triangle. For more information contact Phyllis Haynes at 662-590-5415 or Lois Russell at 662-746-2273. The Hills Meet the Delta Quilt Show is sponsored in part by an Event Sponsorship from the Yazoo County CVB.

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Yaz Summer Blast

On May 3, 2019   /   Annual Events, Past Events   /   1 Comment

Yaz Summer Blast presented by the City of Yazoo City July 5 – July 7, 2019 Free Admission • No Glass • No Coolers • No Tents Yaz Summer Blast Soulful Vibes July 4th Celebration 7 PM Nightly • Fireworks Nightly Featured Bands: Eddie Cotton Karen Brown Press Play 601 Dave Mack High Frequency & more! Friday, July 5 Glow Night beginning at 7 pm at Wardell Leach Recreational Complex Saturday, July 6 Class Reunion Parade at 10 am through downtown Soulful Vibes beginning at 7 pm downtown Sunday, July 7 The Finale beginning at 7 pm downtown Parking Passes are available for handicapped and citizens 65+ from the City of Yazoo City  Yaz Summer Blast 4th of July Parade will be July 6, 2019, at 10:00 am. Sign up to be a part of the festivities today! Entry Form: Yaz Summer Blast is presented by the City of Yazoo City

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Bentonia Blues Festival

On May 3, 2019   /   Annual Events, Blues, Past Events   /   40 Comments

Bentonia Blues Festival Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the Holmes Farm 313 Wilson-Holmes Road, Bentonia, Mississippi June 10-14, 2019 Blue Front Cafe Juke starts at 7 pm each evening Stay up-to-date with the latest announcements!  “Like” the Bentonia Blues Festival page on Facebook! The 2019 Bentonia Blues Festival will take place all day Saturday, June 15, at the Holmes family farm just north of Bentonia, Mississippi off Highway 49 North. The event will feature food and arts & crafts vendors, RV, and tent camping (fees apply), live music, and more. The Bentonia Blues Festival is a unique down-home style festival that runs on juke joint time… Times and order of performances are bound to change a bit. Relax and have a great time with us as we help to keep the Bentonia blues alive! The 47th Bentonia Blues Festival – June 10 – 15, 2019 – will be honoring the

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