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As we shift to a drier weather pattern in Mississippi this weekend, heat stress will become a problem with the heat index near 105 degrees. And the National Weather Service says it'll only get worse early next week with the heat index in some... Read More.
KOSCIUSKO, Miss. — Marilyn Powell of Philadelphia has been named the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year.
Powell was one of 15 finalists who performed Saturday night at The Guitar Academy in downtown Kosciusko during the competition.
Powell earned the title with the original song "Livin'... Read More.
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--The 137th Neshoba County Dair is over, and without any major incidents, said Sheriff Eric Clark.
Though a few minor incidents of theft and at least one lost child were reported, no one was reported hurt and Clark made a Facebook post commending the... Read More.
Two Leflore County residents have been charged in connection with a shoplifting spree that spanned multiple businesses in Carthage and Leake County as well as one in Lexington.
The Carthage Police Department responded to a call reporting shoplifting at a local grocery store Saturday. A... Read More.
The final round of the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year competition takes place tonight in Kosciusko.
Fifteen finalists from across Mississippi will perform their original songs live at The Guitar Academy, competing for the title of Mississippi Songwriter of the Year and a $2,000... Read More.
Pearl River Resort is marking a major milestone this summer as its flagship property celebrates more than three decades of gaming, entertainment, and tourism in central Mississippi.
Pearl River Resort announced it will celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Silver Star... Read More.
Students attending the Leake County School District will be required to use clear plastic or mesh backpacks beginning with the 2026-2027 school year under a new district policy aimed at enhancing campus safety.
The district announced the requirement in a Facebook post, stating that all... Read More.
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NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR
Friday, June 26, 2026
Midway open 12pm - 12 midnight. Mitchell Bros. & Sons Amusements.
U.S. Post Office, Neshoba County Fair Station, Open 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Exhibit Hall open 8am - 10pm.
12:30pm - Music by The Vernon Brothers... Read More.
LOUISVILLE, Miss.--A wreck in Louisville is responsible for the death of one person, said Winston County Sheriff Mike Perkins.
The wreck was just after 7 a.m. Thursday near Smyth Lake Road and South Church Avenue.
Coroner Lynn Massey said one person died and another was airlifted... Read More.
Boswell Media Sports has announced that Cooper Sanders will serve as the new radio play-by-play voice for Leake Academy football this fall.
Sanders brings several years of broadcast experience to the booth. He has worked as a sportscaster for the past four years and currently... Read More.
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NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Midway open 12pm - 1am. Mitchell Bros. & Sons Amusements.
U.S. Post Office, Neshoba County Fair Station, Open 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Exhibit Hall open 8am - 10pm.
Livestock show barns open at 9am displaying top quality... Read More.
The community is invited to join in honoring Carthage Police Chief Billy McMillan as he celebrates his retirement after years of dedicated law enforcement service.
A retirement celebration will be held on Friday, June 26, from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at the McMillan Park... Read More.
(Brian "BMO" Montgomery) - “Planted on the Porch” has officially taken root! My lazy line-dance chair song has already topped 3,000 views on two different social media platforms, and people are sharing it like somebody just found a cheat code to the chair races... Read More.
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NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Midway open 12pm - 1am. Mitchell Bros. & Sons Amusements.
U.S. Post Office, Neshoba County Fair Station, Open 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Exhibit Hall open 8am - 10pm.
Livestock show barns open 9am - 5pm displaying top... Read More.
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