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The Search for a Veteran’s Gravesite After Tombstone Found in Dump

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The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Veterans Association has been trying to solve a mystery.   How did a tombstone from a veteran's grave end up in a pile of debris at a dumpsite? “This was off of James Billie Road in Choctaw, MS...” Rick Alex, the... Read More.

Former Leake Co. Superintendent Gets Federal Prison Sentence

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JACKSON, Miss.--Former Leake County superintendent of education Earl Joe Nelson, 57, currently of Biloxi, was sentenced to one year and two months in federal prison and ordered to pay back $143,000 in federal grant money after pleading guilty to embezzling the money. Nelson was part... Read More.
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Carthage Police Department Warns of Fake Currency; Chief Billy McMillan announces retirement

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The Carthage Police Department is warning residents and local businesses to be on the lookout for counterfeit currency after a fake $20 bill was recently reported in the city. In a social media post Thursday, the department shared an image of a counterfeit $20 bill... Read More.
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Marty Stuart to return to Ellis Theater with special guest Molly Tuttle Trio

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The Ellis Theater has announced that legendary country and bluegrass performer Marty Stuart will return to Philadelphia this summer, this time joined by Grammy-winning artist Molly Tuttle and her trio. Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives x Molly Tuttle Trio will perform at The Ellis... Read More.

MS Blood Services Hosting Mobile Blood Drive at Neshoba hospital June 4

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Mississippi Blood Services is encouraging area residents to donate blood during a mobile blood drive scheduled at Neshoba General Hospital in Philadelphia on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The drive will take place from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, giving community members an opportunity to help... Read More.
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Ackerman restaurant Tax Referendum falls short despite majority support

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A proposed 2% restaurant tax referendum in the Town of Ackerman failed to pass despite receiving majority voter support in a recent election. According to unofficial results released by the town, the measure received: Yes (For the tax): 113 votes (58.85%) No (Against the tax):... Read More.

Melissa Boswell Townsend Discusses Help Happens Here on B-MO in the MO’rning! (Audio)

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Melissa Boswell Townsend joined B-MO in the MO’rning today to talk about HelpHappensHere.com, a new online directory designed to connect local customers with trusted service providers and businesses. Help Happens Here will celebrate its official grand opening Thursday, June 4, with two events: the... Read More.
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MDOT announces Star-Spangled Sign Contest to celebrate America 250

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In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is inviting the public to put their creativity on display with the Star-Spangled Digital Message Sign (DMS) Contest by submitting their patriotic, America-themed, safe-driving messages to run during the Fourth of July... Read More.

Gas Prices in MS Edging Downward

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Gas prices in Mississippi continue their slow fall.  AAA says the average price statewide is down about 12 cents in the past week, now at $3.84.  The auto club says, in this part of the state, the only county below the statewide average is... Read More.
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Bucket Truck Stolen from Deanco Auction in Philadelphia

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A white 2015 Ford F-350 bucket truck was stolen from Deanco Auction on Monday, June 1 at around 4:45 a.m. The truck may have damage to the front end on the grill after driving through a locked gate, and it was last seen traveling north... Read More.

Two Cars Hit in Neshoba County Saturday

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PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A two car wreck where one car t-boned the other, was reported Saturday afternoon in Neshoba County. That wreck was called in about 4:45 p.,m. and was on Hwy. 21 south at County Rd. 210. A white Volkwagen Jetta hit the side of a Mazda... Read More.
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Police No Longer Looking for Philadelphia Runaway

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UPDATE: From Philadelphia Police: The missing person was found Friday night about 10 p.m. and is safe. PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A 17-year-old girl missing for five days is being sought by her family and the Philadelphia Police Dept., who put out an alert for law enforcement to... Read More.
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Three local teachers among MSU scholarship recipients from Mississippi Professional Educators

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Three educators from Philadelphia, Louisville, and Union are among Mississippi State University College of Education students recognized with 2026 Mississippi Professional Educators scholarships. The recipients include Philadelphia special education teacher Nakecia Gentry, Louisville educator Penny Young, and Union High School teacher Neal McCarty. All three were... Read More.

Disturbances and Break-ins Early Thursday Morning in Carthage

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Around 12:00 AM on Thursday morning, Carthage Police were notified of a disturbance on Valley St. and Terry Lane Dr. A man was taken into custody. Later, around 7:00, CPD received a call that there had been a break-in during the night on Hillside Dr.... Read More.
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Alabama Man Arrested for Child Grooming and Assault that Occurred in Mississippi

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The Kosciusko Police Department has made an arrest following an investigation into the possible sexual assault of a child. Authorities say they received a report alleging that a child had been sexually assaulted, and a forensic interview was conducted with the child as part of... Read More.

Multiple Vehicles Burglarized in Carthage Recently

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The Carthage Police Department is investigating multiple vehicle burglaries reported in the areas of North Pearl Street, White Street, Fairway Boulevard, and Northwood Circle. Police are reminding residents to take simple precautions against these thefts like locking vehicle doors. Valuables should be removed from plain... Read More.

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