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Two suspects arrested in Neshoba Co. car thefts- VIDEO

Monday, October 7 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

A break tonight in the stolen car theft investigation in Neshoba County- detectives said they've arrested two suspects in the case.Kaleb Smith and Sami Elbatnigi are each charged with one count of possession of stolen property. Elbatnigi was found in possession of a stolen... Read More.

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Philadelphia board of aldermen and mayor receive raise for the first time in years- VIDEO

Tuesday, October 1 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

In a 3 to 1 vote, the Board of Aldermen voted in favor of a salary increase for themselves and Mayor James Young. "They agreed, besides one, to increase the Board of Aldermen's $200.00 per month, starting in October. Also they voted to increase mine... Read More.

Robert Jackson’s latest court hearing held in Neshoba County

Tuesday, October 1 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Robert Jackson was back in Neshoba County, Tuesday.The court held a motion hearing, where 22 defense motions and one prosecution motion were filed. Jackson has been indicted on seven charges, including two counts of capital murder for the 2018 shooting death of Jeremy Apperson... Read More.

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Marty Gamblin honored with Country Music Trail Marker

Thursday, September 26 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Mississippi Country Music Trail made its return to Philadelphia with a special dedication and marker for country music legend Marty Gamblin.Dozens of folks gathered for the ceremony and unveiling of the marker at Gamblin's alma mater, Philadelphia High School, where a series... Read More.

Newton PD issues warrant in connection with shooting- VIDEO

Wednesday, September 25 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Newton Police Department has issued a warrant in connection to a Sept. 12 shooting.Santiago Griffin, 19, of Newton is wanted for attempted murder.Police Chief Harvey Curry said around 2:30 a.m. that day officers responded to a shots fired call at the Chevron off... Read More.

Arrests made in connection to recent car thefts- VIDEO

Monday, September 23 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

In recent weeks, the Neshoba County Sheriff's Department has investigated three vehicle thefts, recovered one, and arrested several people believed to be involved with at least two of the thefts."In the Arlington community we had a 2018 Ford F-150, silver in color that was... Read More.

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Multiple thefts reported in Neshoba County- VIDEO

Wednesday, September 11 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

For the last couple of weeks, the Neshoba County Sheriff’s Department has received numerous reports of thefts happening primarily at residential properties.“The county has been getting hit pretty hard recently with thefts. Like I said stolen lawn mowers, stolen trailers, 4-wheelers, weed eaters, chainsaws,... Read More.

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A Mississippi soldier to be laid to rest

Monday, September 9 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

After nearly 70 years, Philadelphia native, Army Master Sgt. James Cates will be laid to rest. Cates was declared missing in 1950 after a battle in North Korea. He was 29 years old. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced he had been accounted for... Read More.

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Local law enforcement cracks down on school bus safety- VIDEO

Wednesday, September 4 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Neshoba County authorities and the school district are cracking down on law breaking drivers they said are passing stopped school buses, loading and unloading students.“The problem is that it is costing lives. Kids are being struck by vehicles. Obviously, Nathan’s Law kind of hits... Read More.

Kemper Co. Sheriff releases new details in deadly shooting- VIDEO

Monday, September 2 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Sheriff James Moore said George Adams Jr. was allegedly shot and killed by his younger brother Robert Adams.The shooting happened late Sunday on private property near Old Highway 45. Sheriff Moore said a fight over control of the gun then broke out between Robert... Read More.

Field of Dreams now a reality- VIDEO

Thursday, August 29 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Nearly 54 million Americans have a physical, sensory or intellectual disability, according to the National Organization on Disability. Diamond Dreams of Neshoba County was created to give local special needs children a baseball league of their own. Now they have their own field to... Read More.

Changes coming to Neshoba County’s Board of Supervisors- VIDEO

Wednesday, August 28 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

Businessman Kevin Wilcher unseated incumbent and Board of Supervisors President Allen White to become District 4’s next supervisor, a position he said he has wanted for years. “I’ve lived here my whole life. I own Wilcher’s Septic Tank Cleaning. I’ve owned that for over... Read More.