Author: Staff Report
Universal Covid Testing Starting Today In Choctaw
Universal Covid testing starts today in Choctaw. According to Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs, the testing will be available today through Saturday in Choctaw. The testing site will be in the parking lot of the Silver Star Casino. Anyone can get tested... Read More.
Annual MEGA Barrel Race Starts Today At Mississippi State Fairgrounds
The MEGA Barrel Race starts today. The Mississippi State Fairgrounds is hosting the annual MEGA Barrel Race today through Saturday, August 22. The MEGA Barrel Race is a free event held in the Kirk Fordice Equine Center, and features competitors of all ages from... Read More.
Remo’s Rescue Needs Our Help!
Remo's Rescue needs our help. This Carthage based animal rescue organization is looking for any sized dog houses, old or new. Also needed is dry dog food, medium sized collars and financial donations of any amount.Several severely starved pups have been rescued in recent... Read More.
The Mustard “Seedsters” Design Eggs For First Lady Elee Reeves
The Mustard "Seedsters" recently decorated eggs representing various regions of the state of Mississippi and its culture. The eggs were presented to First Lady Elee Reeves by The Mississippi Egg Marketing Board. The board worked with The Mustard Seed, a Christian community for adults... Read More.
Carthage Getting Trashed!
Carthage has been getting trashed. According to Mayor Vivians "people are leaving loose trash and even mattresses on the side of the road. It needs to stop. Please pick up your trash, put it in a can or take it to the dump on... Read More.
Today In History, August 20th
Today is Thursday, Aug. 20, the 233rd day of 2020. There are 133 days left in the year.
Today's Highlight in History:
On August 20, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Economic Opportunity Act, a nearly $1 billion anti-poverty measure.
On this date:
In 1862, the... Read More.
Mississippi Flag Final Five Selected
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History has announced the final five flag selections. These designs will be created in to flags and then flown in Jackson on August 25th. The flag commissioners will choose the final design the next week. The final pick... Read More.
2 Mississippi Inmates Die In Hospitals Over The Weekend
Two inmates from the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman died during the weekend after being in and out of hospitals the past several months. The state Department of Corrections announced the deaths Monday. It said one inmate died Saturday at Merit Health Central in... Read More.
Carthage Water Must Be Paid By Tomorrow to Avoid Disconnection
Past due water bills must be paid. According to City Hall, all bills must be paid in full by 5pm tomorrow. Otherwise a disconnect notice will be in effect for Monday, August 24th. In addition, a $50. reconnect fee will be attached regardless. Late... Read More.
Carthage Mayor’s Youth Council Applications Still Being Considered
Carthage Mayor's Youth Council applications are still being accepted. According to Mayor Vivians, "applications are being received for grades 9-12 only. Members are chosen through an interview process. A selection committee reviews applications, and some students are chosen for personal interviews." Interviews are conducted... Read More.
