Chief Ben And The Choctaw Tribal Council Deliver

Chief Ben and the Choctaw Tribal Council deliver. Utilizing Covid-19 assistance funding, they personally dropped off food donations to the volunteer group called Honoring The Choctaw Spirit. Items donated included 125 cases of soup, 90 cases of fruit cups, 35 cases of water, and... Read More.
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The Masks Are Back At Leake Courthouse

The Masks are back.  Mask requirement notices were being posted on office doors throughout the Leake Courthouse late yesterday. County Administrator Corey Wooten said "I have recommended that employees and all visitors to the building wear a mask as a preemptive step. It is... Read More.
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Today In History, July 9th

Today is Thursday, July 9, the 191st day of 2020. There are 175 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 9, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read aloud to Gen. George Washington's troops in New York. On this date: In 1755, British General... Read More.
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Carthage Fire Dept Receives $24,147 Grant!

The Carthage Volunteer Fire Department is receiving a grant. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has awarded a $24,147.00 grant to the Carthage Dept.  The funds will be used to purchase nine sets of turnout pants and coats fulfilling a critical need within the... Read More.
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Flood Warning Is Extended!

A Flood warning is extended. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning until July 9th at 5A.M. central time. The warning includes the Pearl River at Edinburg and near Carthage in Leake County and the Pearl River above Philadelphia in Neshoba County.... Read More.
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Today In History, July 8th

Today is Wednesday, July 8, the 190th day of 2020. There are 176 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 8, 2000, Venus Williams beat Lindsay Davenport 6-3, 7-6 (3) for her first Grand Slam title, becoming the first Black female... Read More.
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Carthage City Hall Lobby Remains Closed

The Carthage City Hall lobby remains closed. The drop box is open and staff is available by phone at 601-267-8322.The Mayors office announced last week that the lobby was closed for additional sanitation procedures. City Hall remains closed due to the recent increase of... Read More.
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Free Covid Testing In Louisville This Saturday

FREE Covid testing will be available this Saturday in Louisville. UMMC and the MSDH are providing free drive-through Covid-19 at the Louisville Coliseum. "Anyone who has crossed paths with a Covid-19 positive person or who is experiencing any symptoms can now get tested but... Read More.
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Effective Immediately-Youth Curfew for Carthage

A youth curfew is in effect immediately. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen voted last night to instate an 11p.m. youth curfew for individuals under age 18. The decision was made based on recent incidences of excessive loitering and concerns throughout the community, especially... Read More.
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