Clinton High School in Clinton, Mississippi could soon become the state's very first "green" certified school.  The school board just needs to decide whether to partake in the $1.5 million environmental project or not. The school board is currently considering a contract with Siemens Business Technologies to improve functions at several of the district's schools, including climate control, water and lighting conservation.  Northside Elementary will be the only exception because a new school is being built to replace it. Once Clinton High School is designated as a "green" school through Siemens' Green Globes program, it will be a huge step toward energy performance.  "Going green" means the district will have added energy savings while continuing to look out for the environment. A length... 02/22/2010

Garaywa is Clinton, Mississippi's best kept secret. Even as you step through the gates, you'll find yourself immersed in tranquility. Spanish moss draped trees sway in the wind and wooden park benches hold the promise of relaxation, rest, or pray. Camp Garaywa truly completes the community of Clinton. It spreads out over 50 acres that's connected to the Countrywood subdivision and is owned by the Women's Missionary Union of Mississippi. Even though Camp Garaywa sits in the midst of the city and doesn't look like much from the outside, it's a like stepping into another world, once you pass through the gates. Many campers that utilize the camp are Southern Baptists, but the camp is open to all dominations which you will find throughout the area. The camp started out as a dream of Edwina R... 09/29/2008