Author: Ashleigh Fortenberry

Mississippi’s Giant House Party is a tradition that dates back 131 years. In fact, many of today's fair goers have never seen a summer without it. "Last time the fair was cancelled was during World War II. There were a couple of years back in... Read More.

It might not have looked like a typical graduation, but Philadelphia High School graduates celebrated the milestone with big cheers and smiles during a ceremony Friday night. Graduation was held at the high school. Students lined up in cars, waiting for their turn to walk... Read More.

Philadelphia High School has announced plans for graduation. The ceremony is set for this Friday at the school from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A stage will be set up across from the central office. Graduates will drive up in their cars then get out and... Read More.

Through the Neshoba County Baptist Association, the Helping Hands ministry has, for several years, distributed food every week to people who need it. At the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, volunteers moved the distribution outside and started a drive-through service. Every adult in the car... Read More.

Open Arms, Inc. in Philadelphia is preparing for another emergency food distribution. This time, the organization is asking for churches' help in reaching those who may not have access to internet or media announcements. In a press release, Co-Chair John Bowen said, "We hope the rural... Read More.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center and the Mississippi Department of Health held a mobile COVID-19 testing center in Neshoba County Wednesday. Fifty-nine people were tested at the Neshoba County Coliseum. In order to be tested, people had to be screened through either the C-Spire... Read More.

A mobile COVID-19 testing site will be held at the Neshoba County Coliseum, Wednesday. The site is one of many happening throughout the state through the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the Mississippi Department of Health. Testing is from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm... Read More.