Ashleigh Fortenberry, Author at Kicks96news.com - Central Mississippi News 24/7

NCSD details full health and safety plan for 2020-2021 school year

Around 3,300 Neshoba County School District students will return to campus on August 5, for the first time since COVID-19 shut down schools in March. Superintendent Dr. Lundy Brantley said all students are urged to come to school with their own masks. Health and safety... Read More.

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Philadelphia students and parents conclude three-day protest for quality education

Friday, June 26 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The concerns of several Philadelphia School District parents and students were voiced this week, during a three day protest at the high school. They are speaking up against a number of problems they said the district has faced in the last few years. “We’re out... Read More.

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VIDEO: Open Arms, Inc. of Philadelphia hands out nearly 300 bags of groceries

Wednesday, June 24 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Due to major impacts from COVID-19, Open Arms, Incorporated of Philadelphia began holding emergency curbside food distributions, in hopes of reaching anyone in the community who might be in need. “We give food and we’re also trying to give hope. During this pandemic, people are... Read More.

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First Juneteenth celebration held in Neshoba County

Saturday, June 20 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Dozens of people were at the first ever Juneteenth celebration in Neshoba County. The event was held at the old Booker T. Washington football field. Several local vendors and black-owned businesses are participated by providing food, selling t-shirts and much more. Speakers were on hand discussing... Read More.

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MBCI Chief talks COVID-19 impacts

Saturday, June 20 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

As of June 17, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians reported 884 confirmed cases of coronavirus, 58 deaths and 29 hospitalizations. However, the MBCI also reported 588 recoveries within the eight tribal communities. “We want to continue efforts to flatten the curve and also eliminate... Read More.

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Neshoba Central High School holds three night graduation

Friday, June 19 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Neshoba Central High School held its second night of graduation Thursday evening. Around 70 students participated in the ceremony on the football field. Speeches from seniors and administration were given. Each graduate was given 12 tickets for family and friends to attend and watch from the... Read More.

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Neshoba County Animal Hospital holds free rabies clinic

Wednesday, June 17 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Neshoba County Animal Hospital hosted a free rabies clinic in Philadelphia, yesterday. The rabies clinic was part of Love Out Loud Neshoba, the week-long community service event going on now. Elizabeth Frohse from Neshoba County Animal Hospital said several cats and dogs came through... Read More.

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Former First Lady of MBCI dies of COVID-19

Saturday, June 13 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians confirmed Friday the death of Lena John Denson on June 11, due to complications from COVID-19. She was the former first lady of the Choctaw tribe. Her husband was Miko Beasley Denson, who served one term as chief. Mrs.... Read More.

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Neshoba Central introducing a new social studies literacy initiative

Saturday, June 13 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Neshoba Central students grades 6 through 12 will hit the books, combining language, reading and history in the new social studies literacy initiative being introduced in the upcoming school year. "We need to expand students’ knowledge on history, not just what’s in the textbook, but... Read More.

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Neshoba Co. man charged with attempted murder of brother

Saturday, June 13 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

A Neshoba County man is charged with the attempted murder of his brother. Neshoba County Sheriff Eric Clark said Bryant Grays allegedly shot his brother with a 20- gauge sawed off shot gun, following a family dispute inside a residence in the Good Hope community,... Read More.

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Neshoba Co. superintendent wants seniors to have most traditional graduation possible

Saturday, June 13 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Just over 200 students will graduate from Neshoba Central High School next week, with a few added cautions, due to COVID-19. The ceremony will happen on the football field, nearly one month after the originally scheduled graduation, with 60 to 70 students graduating a night,... Read More.

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Philadelphia mayor reacts to spike in Neshoba County COVID-19 cases

Friday, June 12 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Philadelphia mayor reacts to spike in Neshoba County COVID-19 cases In just a few days’ time, Neshoba County has seen an increase of nearly 50 new COVID-19 cases. “We are experiencing very high numbers. I think we are third in the state. This is very alarming.... Read More.

Author: Ashleigh Fortenberry

NCSD details full health and safety plan for 2020-2021 school year

Philadelphia students and parents conclude three-day protest for quality education

VIDEO: Open Arms, Inc. of Philadelphia hands out nearly 300 bags of groceries

First Juneteenth celebration held in Neshoba County

MBCI Chief talks COVID-19 impacts

Neshoba Central High School holds three night graduation

Neshoba County Animal Hospital holds free rabies clinic

Former First Lady of MBCI dies of COVID-19

Neshoba Central introducing a new social studies literacy initiative

Neshoba Co. man charged with attempted murder of brother

Neshoba Co. superintendent wants seniors to have most traditional graduation possible

Philadelphia mayor reacts to spike in Neshoba County COVID-19 cases

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