Author: Staff Report

Today in History Today is Sunday, Nov. 22, the 327th day of 2020. There are 39 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Nov. 22, 1963, John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, was shot to death during a motorcade in... Read More.

The Click it or Ticket Campaign is on high alert. And Law Enforcement will be on the roads from now through November 29th to make sure you are wearing your seat belt.  the goal of this initiative is to keep drivers and passengers safer... Read More.

Genuine Mississippi Christmas Trees are now available across the state. “As families prepare for the holidays, I encourage them to visit one of the 32 Christmas tree farms in the state. It’s an experience the whole family will enjoy and selecting a Genuine MS®... Read More.

Free Covid-19 supplies will be distributed starting tomorrow. C&C Outreach Services is distributing the items and Tyson Inc. is sponsoring the event. Supplies can be picked up tomorrow, November 20th, between 1:00pm-4:pm and Saturday, November 21st, between 10:00am-3:00pm. The address is 715 Cotton Blvd.... Read More.

The Dixie National Rodeo Flag Girl application deadline is almost here. According to Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson, the competition deadline is November 30th. To qualify you must be female between the ages of 16-25 on January 1, 2021, have proven horsemanship skills... Read More.

The Mississippi Department of Health reported 1,593 new cases of coronavirus on Wednesday. That's one of the highest single-day totals since the pandemic began. The health department said Mississippi, with a population of about 3 million, has reported more than 137,390 confirmed coronavirus cases... Read More.

Christmas events have been announced by the Leake County Main Street Chamber This year’s Christmas Parade is set for Thursday, December 10th beginning at 6:00 p.m. The parade will feature bands and floats from area businesses and churches, along with a visit from Santa Claus. The... Read More.

Free Covid-19 testing is available in Winston County today. Testing is expanded from teachers, staff, administrators to include nurses, and childcare facility workers on these specific days. Testing hours are noon to 6 p.m., and no appointment is necessary. Visit the Mississippi Department of Health website... Read More.