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The Neshoba County Fair Friday Update

Friday, July 23 by Staff Report

The 2021 Neshoba County Fair Friday update is here. Today marks the official opening. The Fair runs through July 30th. Harper and Morgan Rodeo and Neshoba County Musicians are on the schedule today as well as the petting zoo, exhibits and concessions.The 42nd Annual... Read More.

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Lincoln Park Becomes Frank L. Matlock Community Park Tomorrow

Friday, July 23 by Staff Report

Tomorrow Lincoln Park becomes Frank L. Matlock Community Park. The ribbon cutting will be at 11:00am followed by several hours of festivities for all ages starting at noon. Carthage is hosting the event to honor Dr. Matlock, who made history many years ago becoming... Read More.

Winston County Farmer’s Market Today

Friday, July 23 by Staff Report

The Winston County Farmer's Market is open today. The market features farm to table fare from the county and beyond, showcasing local farmers. It runs from 3:30-5:00pm and is located at the Louisville coliseum. There is no fee to become a vendor. To become... Read More.

Leake County Jail Inmate Dies While In Custody

Friday, July 23 by Staff Report

A Leake County Jail inmate has died while in custody. We spoke with Sheriff Randy Atkinson who confirmed the death, saying "34 year old Haley Moss, of Jackson, died Monday night while in custody following an arrest earlier in the day."Ms. Moss had been... Read More.

Baptist Leake Shares Covid Vaccination Updates

Thursday, July 22 by Staff Report

Covid cases are on the rise. Michelle McCann, Director of Community Education and Volunteer Services, at Baptist Memorial Leake, is sharing some updates. "Mississippi has seen a 400% increase in positive Covid cases. There is a new mutation called the "Delta Variant." This variant... Read More.

Breaking – Mandatory Face Masks Required Temporarily at Pearl River Resort and Bok Homa Casino

Thursday, July 22 by Staff Report

All Guests and Employees of Pearl River Resort and Bok Homa Casino are Temporarily Required to Wear Face CoveringsPearl River Resort properties and Bok Homa Casino are temporarily reinstating a mandatory mask policy for all guests, effective immediately. Associates are also required to wear... Read More.

Leake County Man Charged in Shooting Death of Father

Thursday, July 22 by Staff Report

A man has been shot and killed in Leake County. His son has been charged. According to Sheriff Randy Atkinson, on the evening of July 18th, deputies were called about a shooting at the home of Tristen Furrer on Hwy 25N."William Furrer was shot... Read More.

Statutory Rape and Multiple Felony Possession Arrests in Leake and Attala Counties

Wednesday, July 21 by Staff Report

Human Remains Found In Leake County – One Man Arrested

Wednesday, July 21 by Staff Report

Human remains have been found in Leake County. According to Sheriff Randy Atkinson, on Saturday July 17th, Leake County Deputies were dispatched to New Ground Road in Leake County where they were met by Jackson Police Department investigators who had located human remains. A... Read More.

Carthage Police Department is Hiring

Wednesday, July 21 by Staff Report

The Carthage Police Department is hiring. According to Carthage City Clerk Penny Spears applications are being accepted for two certified Police Officers. Applications will be available at City Hall or Carthage Police Department. For more information contact Police Chief Coby Clay at 601-267-8011 or... Read More.

2,326 New Covid Cases Reported In Mississippi Over 3 Day Period – Are We Safe in Our Area?

Tuesday, July 20 by Staff Report

The Mississippi Department of Health is an additional 2,326 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and three deaths for the three-day period July 16 through July 18. The three COVID-19 related deaths occurred between July 13 and July 15. Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases is... Read More.