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Local “Jailbirds” Locked Up for a Good Cause at Make-A-Wish Radiothon

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The jail is filling up at Philadelphia Market & Deli, and these detainees need YOUR help making bail! Kicks 96.7 News is rounding up some familiar faces from around the community for our Make-A-Wish Mississippi Jail & Bail fundraiser! These good sports are trading their freedom... Read More.
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Hurricane/Tropical Storm Warnings Continue For MS Coast

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The Mississippi coast continues under hurricane and tropical storm warnings. The hurricane warning extends from Ocean Springs to the east and the tropical storm warning is posted west of Ocean Springs.   Hurricane Isaias (pronounced EESS-ah-EE-us) is forecast to reach Category-2 strength by Friday as... Read More.

UPDATE: Leake Academy football game time moved to 6:00 pm

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The Leake Academy Rebels' football game scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9 against Lamar has been moved up to 6 p.m. due to the threat of inclement weather from Hurricane Isaias. The game was originally scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m.
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Pilots for Patients Fly-In and Car Show Coming to Kosciusko Airport October 17

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A unique combination fly-in and car show is coming to the Kosciusko-Attala County Airport on Saturday, Oct. 17, to raise funds for a vital regional cause. The event, hosted in partnership with Franks Chevrolet and the Kosy Cruisers Car Club, will benefit Pilots for Patients,... Read More.

Audio – Southgroup Insurance Coaches Show – Thursday, October 8

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On this week's edition of the Southgroup Insurance Coaches Show - Leake Academy Head Football Coach Brian Pickens  previews this week's game against Lamar School.    The SouthGroup Insurance Coaches Show airs on Cruisin’ 98.3 Thursday mornings at 7:35 am.
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Audio: Kosciusko aldermen evaluate Kratom ban ordinance amid rising concerns

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The Kosciusko Board of Aldermen is considering an ordinance to prohibit the sale and distribution of Kratom within city limits. The proposed ban follows growing scrutiny of the herbal substance across Mississippi and nationwide. Derived from a Southeast Asian tree, Kratom produces stimulant effects at... Read More.
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One Airlifted After Crash on Hwy 21 S in Neshoba

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Emergency crews responded to a serious crash on Hwy 21 S near Dixon Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon. Neshoba County deputies, Dixon and Philadelphia firefighters, EMS, and MS Hwy Patrol were alerted to the crash at approximately 3:35 p.m. One vehicle was reportedly overturned and caught fire.... Read More.

MS State Women’s Basketball to play exhibition game in Choctaw

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The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians is proud to host a Division I women's basketball exhibition featuring Mississippi State University and Louisiana Tech University on Sunday, October 18, at 4 pm at Tushka Arena on the Choctaw Central High School campus. Tickets are $10 and... Read More.
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Multi-Agency Operation Leads to Four Arrests in Philadelphia

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Four people were arrested and a large quantity of suspected illegal products was seized during a multi-agency operation in Philadelphia and Neshoba County following an investigation that lasted more than a year. According to the Philadelphia Police Chief, Eric Lyons, officers executed multiple search and... Read More.
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Kicks Picks Week 6 Winner is… Eddie Duncan of Kosciusko!

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Congratulations to our Kicks Picks Week 6 winner, Eddie Duncan of Kosciusko! Duncan topped the competition this week with the most correct picks, and he the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic. A reminder to all... Read More.
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Dixon Volunteer Fire Department Car Show Fundraiser

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The Dixon Volunteer Fire Department will host a fundraiser car show on Saturday, October 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The department is located at 14880 Hwy. 21 S. in Philadelphia. All vehicles are welcome, including off-road vehicles. There is no entry fee, but... Read More.

Carthage Municipal Election 2026: What You Need to Know

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Carthage voters will head to the polls next week to begin choosing who will serve as the city’s mayor and board of aldermen. With the primary election approaching, here’s what Carthage voters need to know about the candidates, election process, and important dates. The primary... Read More.
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DUE THURSDAY – It’s Kicks Picks!! Make Your Picks Here

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Boswell Media Sports’ weekly football pick’em “Kicks Picks” is back for its 23rd season on Breezynews.com and Kicks96news.com. Make your picks each week for the best high school and college football games in the state. If you get the most right, then you’re... Read More.
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Woman Caught Just Before Rolling Over Spike Strips in Neshoba Co.

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UNION, Miss.--About 4:15 Saturday afternoon Neshoba County deputies became involved in a pursuit by the Union Police Dept. A woman had taken off after reportedly hitting a police car. The pursuit was on Hwy. 15, north from Union. Deputies waited with spike strips to try and... Read More.

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