By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor A highly visible intersection that serves as a gateway to downtown Corinth and has suffered from blight is getting a facelift after a local developer purchased the triangular parcel that contains three buildings. Darrell Duncan’s company bought the property that is bordered by…
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Videos: Slug Voice Performances in Corinth
Videos: Slug Voice Performances in Corinth
Take a look at videos of Slug Voice performances Friday evening in downtown Corinth at the Slugburger Festival. The Slug Voice contest was sponsored by Garrett Eye Clinic and included a youth and adult competition with cash prizes.
Photo Gallery: Special Needs Children Find Hidden Treasure
By Josh Mitchell/Corinth Today Special needs children from Jumpertown High School had a great time searching for hidden treasures Friday morning at Trailhead Park in downtown Corinth. The event was sponsored by 662 Rocks, which spreads kindness by placing decorated stones around the community for people to happen upon. The…
Photos of the Day: Spring Spruce Up for Downtown Corinth Building
Photos of the Day: Spring Spruce Up for Downtown Corinth Building
A prominent downtown Corinth building on Cruise Street is getting spruced up for spring with a new paint job. The building is home to the Modern Woodmen offices, The Bel Haven apartments and the district attorney’s office. It is owned by Steven Eaton and Jonathan Marsh. The work is being…
Photo of the Day: Young Corinth Family Takes Downtown Stroll
Photo of the Day: Young Corinth Family Takes Downtown Stroll
Corinth residents Will and Elle Mansel and their 2-year-old son, James Anderson, take a walk in downtown Corinth by the Alcorn County Courthouse on Wednesday evening.
Photo of the Day: Downtown Corinth Dog Walking
Photo of the Day: Downtown Corinth Dog Walking
Tyler and Alli Moss, who are husband and wife, walked their dogs, Fletcher and Teddy, on Childs Street in downtown Corinth on Sunday during the first evening of Daylight Saving Time.
Corinth Aldermen Approve Downtown Stop Sign Project
By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor New stop signs and street signs will be coming to the downtown Corinth area after the Board of Aldermen on Tuesday approved the project. The aldermen approved the low bid of $48,620 from Nickels Signs & Graphics of Corinth. That will purchase 110…
Downtown Sign Improvement Project Moves Forward as City Pledges $25,000
Downtown Sign Improvement Project Moves Forward as City Pledges $25,000
By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor The city of Corinth has pledged $25,000 to help with the cost of a downtown sign improvement project. The project would involve installing new stop signs and street signs in an area that generally includes Tate to Linden and Washington to Cass. The…
Avent Named New Main Street Corinth Director
Staff reports A Corinth native who has worked for Magnolia Regional Health Center for 30 years is the new director of a group devoted to preserving and invigorating downtown. Angela Avent will be the new Main Street Corinth director effective May 1. Avent said she will miss working at the…
Corinth’s Economy Looks Bright for 2017, Officials Say
By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor Corinth and Alcorn County have a positive economic outlook for 2017, local stakeholders said. The city will continue to work on its infrastructure to attract more investment in the community, said Corinth Mayor Tommy Irwin. Officials will also seek more economic development and…
Downtown Corinth Is ‘Vibrant, Thriving, Growing,’ Officials Say
By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor Local officials are very encouraged by the continued progress in downtown Corinth. “I think it’s growing and thriving,” said Sara Beth Green, Main Street Corinth president. Likewise, Gary Chandler, president and chief operating officer of The Alliance, said he thinks downtown is “vibrant.”…
Renovation Project Brings More Energy Into Downtown Corinth Area
By Josh Mitchell Corinth Today News Editor The renovation of a building at the corner of Bunch and Franklin streets for apartments will bring more life into the downtown Corinth area. “I think it will be a good restoration and a good use for an old building,” said Corinth optometrist…