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Today In History, July 17th

Thursday, July 16 by Staff Report

Today is Friday, July 17, the 199th day of 2020. There are 167 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On July 17, 1944, during World War II, 320 men, two-thirds of them African-Americans, were killed when a pair of ammunition ships exploded... Read More.

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Cyberstalking, Felony DUI, and More Arrests in Leake and Attala

Thursday, July 16 by Staff Report

Bar Restrictions Possible

Thursday, July 16 by Staff Report

(AP)-Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves says he might set restrictions on bars to slow the spread of COVID-19. But he's vague about when that might happen and whether they would be statewide. Reeves says Dr. Deborah Birx from the White House coronavirus task force visited... Read More.

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Leake Schools: Superintendent Yvette Young Responds

Thursday, July 16 by Staff Report

Leake County Schools open August 3rd. According to a notification released by Superintendent Yvette Young, a hybrid schedule will be utilized, meaning traditional learning will be combined with at home learning depending on the day of the week. Virtual learning will be offered to... Read More.

Today In History, July 16th

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

Today is Thursday, July 16, the 198th day of 2020. There are 168 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History:On July 16, 1945, the United States exploded its first experimental atomic bomb in the desert of Alamogordo (ahl-ah-moh-GOHR'-doh), New Mexico; the same... Read More.

Tucker Elementary Registration Is Next Week

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

Tucker Elementary School registration is next week. New and returning students will register for the 20-21 school year July 21st through July 24th. Registration date is determined by first letter of last name. (see below) New students including Pre-K and Kindergarten students should bring... Read More.

Walnut Grove Gets New Communication System

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

A new communication system has come to town. Walnut Grove has changed texting systems to WGConnect, a service provided through Mississippi company, BFAC."Walnut Grove is not just one of the leaders in Mississippi when it comes to information for residents, they are an example... Read More.

Leake County Back To School Registration Starts Monday

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

Leake County back to school registration starts next week. The LCSD announced that registration starts Monday, July 20th and continues through Thursday, July 30th. Designated times are Monday and Wednesday from 8:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm and Thursdays from 10:00am-6:00pm.

Multiple DUIs and Other Neshoba County Arrests

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

Closed In Carthage!

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

More closings are confirmed in Carthage. Mayor Vivians said "we have temporarily closed all community centers, and postponed any events at Trustmark Park. Mcmillan Park remains closed except for fishing and walking trails.The City Hall lobby is closed to the public but is open... Read More.

Ball Tournaments Cancelled At McMillan

Wednesday, July 15 by Staff Report

Ball tournaments are cancelled at McMillan Park. According to Carthage City Hall the decision is effective immediately at least through the end of the month. The recent increase of Covid-19 cases in the region prompted the change. Kicks news will provide updates as available.

Chief Ben Announces MBCI License Plates!

Tuesday, July 14 by Staff Report

MBCI License plates are coming. Tribal Members now have a unique license plate because of the passage of Senate Bill 2288 in the Legislature and Gov. Reeves signature. Chief Ben said "this specialty plate is something I've worked on for a number of years... Read More.