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Carthage Mayor’s Youth Council Launches The Red Ribbon Campaign

Monday, February 1 by Robbie Watson

The Carthage Mayor's Youth Council has launched The Red Ribbon Campaign. The council is asking all residents and businesses to post red ribbons which represent unity and symbolize the lives that have been lost in our city due to Covid-19. Spokesperson Sherry Leflore said... Read More.

The Vaccine Update – Second Dose Available If Eligible

Monday, February 1 by Robbie Watson

Governor Tate Reeves announced that more second round Covid-19 Vaccines are available this week depending on eligibility. As of today 491,925 vaccine doses have been distributed throughout the state with 242,935 vaccines administered statewide. Those eligible for Pfizer 2nd dose - 2nd dose appointments are... Read More.

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Medical Marijuana Lawsuit Arguments to Be Heard By State Supreme Court

Monday, February 1 by Robbie Watson

The Mississippi Supreme Court has set April 14th oral arguments for a lawsuit that's trying to block development of a medical marijuana program. Voters in November approved Initiative 65. It requires the state Health Department to create the program by the middle of this... Read More.

Leake Academy Jr. High Girls’s Basketball Team Champions Are The Champions!

Monday, February 1 by Robbie Watson

Congratulations to the Leake Academy Jr. High Girl’s Basketball Team. They are the 2021 District 2 AAAA Champions.

10,000 Reward – Heather McCool Is Still Missing – Have You Seen Her?

Sunday, January 31 by Robbie Watson

Heather McCool is still missing. She was last seen on December 6th. Family members and the Winston County Sheriff's Department are asking for your help. The family is offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who can locate Heather. She is 5'5" and weighs approximately... Read More.

Leake Academy Jr. High Boys Basketball Team Are The Champions!

Sunday, January 31 by Robbie Watson

Congratulations to Leake Academy Jr. High Boys Basketball Team. They are the 2021 District 2 AAAA Champions.

The Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo

Sunday, January 31 by Robbie Watson

The 56th Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo is underway at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds. Junior Livestock Shows start Friday, Feb. 5th, and the annual Dixie National Rodeo starts Thursday, Feb. 11th, at 7:00 p.m. Get your tickets now for the daily rodeo competitions... Read More.

Healing Mississippi Prayer Movement Today At Choctaw Health Center

Sunday, January 31 by Robbie Watson

The Healing Mississippi Prayer event will take place today. The statewide movement is rallying to fight COVID-19 through unified prayer. The event starts at 2:30 pm simultaneously across the state. Choctaw Health Center is announced as a participant. According to CHC, the event will... Read More.

State – 2 Year Old Girl Killed In Accidental Shooting By 4 Year Old Brother

Saturday, January 30 by Robbie Watson

A 2-year-old girl died yesterday after her 4-year-old brother accidentally shot her in Jones County. WDAM-TV reports Sheriff Joe Berlin said his department responded to the shooting Friday morning. According to the sheriff’s department, the girl was shot once with a handgun. Further details,... Read More.

Deer In The Headlight Safety Tips

Saturday, January 30 by Robbie Watson

Watch for those deer in the headlights.“Mississippi averages over 3,700 reported deer-related crashes per year,” said Melinda McGrath, P.E., MDOT Executive Director. “Hitting a deer can be a very costly expense and sometimes it can cause a life-threatening accident.”In 2019, there were 4,058 reported... Read More.

$1000 Grants Available to Mississippi State Students In Need

Saturday, January 30 by Robbie Watson

Mississippi State University is offering $1,000 one-time grants to students in need during their last year of college. Vice President for Student Affairs Regina Hyatt said the grants are meant to bolster students who may be struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic. She said... Read More.