Author: Staff Report
Mayor’s Youth Council Applications Still Being Accepted
Applications are still being accepted for the Carthage Mayor's Youth Council. According to City Hall, "meetings will be conducted virtually until things get better. We would like to take on many community projects. Making sure our children are safe is our top priority. And... Read More.
Fall Soccer Coaches Still Needed
284 players have registered for soccer this year, according to Northside Park officials. That being said Fall soccer coaches are still needed for the season. If you or anyone you might be interested text 6016564101 with age desired and information. See list of coaches... Read More.
Mississippi Breaks 1 Day Record for Covid Hospitalization as New Cases Are Reported in Our Region
Mississippi has set new single-day records of hospitalizations and intensive-care use because of COVID-19 and of new virus cases. The state Health Department reported on Thursday that 1,490 people were hospitalized and 388 were in intensive care Wednesday, and 4,412 new cases were confirmed.... Read More.
The Covid Update
MSDH is reporting an additional 3,163 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 25 deaths. Attala County is reporting 13 new cases, 32 new cases in Leake, 111 in Neshoba, and 17 cases in Winston County.
And according to a study conducted and released by The... Read More.
Alcohol Service Approved in Carthage
Alcohol will soon be served in Carthage restaurants. The decision was reached by Carthage City Council in a 3 to 1 vote. Times of service will be Monday-Thursday from 12pm-10pm, and Friday-Saturday from 12pm-11pm. Restaurants will have to pay a $1000 licensing fee for... Read More.
Choctaw Tribal Schools to Implement Independent Learning Option For Students
Choctaw Tribal School officials announced that they are in the process of implementing a K-12 “Independent Learning Option” (ILO) due to the surge in positive COVID cases. "Parents and or Guardians will be responsible for registering their child. Applications for ILO will be available... Read More.
5 ECCC Board Members Recognized for Years of Service
Five members of the East Central Community College Board of Trustees representing a combined 115 years of dedicated service were recognized at the August meeting of the Board. ECCC President Dr. Brent Gregory presented the trustees with plaques from the Mississippi Association of Community... Read More.
3488 New Covid Cases Reported Including In Our Region
The MSDH is reporting an additional 3488 cases of Covid in Mississippi, and 36 deaths. Attala County is reporting 37 new cases, 37 in Leake, 122 new cases in Neshoba, and 17 cases in Winston County. Mississippi's total count of Covid cases is now... Read More.
Mask Up In Carthage
Masks are now required in parts of Carthage. According to City Clerk Penny Spears, a decision was reached that will require all city employees as well as anyone entering Carthage City buildings to wear a mask. The decision was reached due to the recent... Read More.
Shooting Confirmed In Walnut Grove
A shooting has been confirmed in Walnut Grove. Walnut Grove Police Chief Kevin Polk said "that shots were fired into a residence on Main Street early Monday." No injuries were reported and the investigation continues. He went on to say "the recent shootings in... Read More.
