from The Desk of Mayor Vivians

Monday, May 4th, 2020 From The Desk Of Carthage Mayor Vivians "As we continue to fight through this pandemic, let us remember that all of us are being affected. Remember to pray for all of those who are on the frontlines and also those who are... Read More.
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MSDH Reporting New Cases in Attala, Leake, Neshoba

The Mississippi Department of Health is reporting 397 new COVID-19 cases statewide. Attala is reporting 109 cases overall including 26 LTC cases. Leake is reporting 219 cases overall with 2 deaths. Neshoba is reporting 205 cases overall with 4 deaths and 19 LTC cases.... Read More.
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FREE Covid Testing Continues This Weekend

FREE testing continues. UMMC and the MSDH are providing free drive-through Covid-19 testing today and tomorrow across the state. The threshold for testing has lowered. "Anyone who has crossed paths with a Covid positive person or who is experiencing any symptoms can now get... Read More.
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FARM Corps is Hiring

FARM Corps is hiring. Representative Trent Kelly has launched the program in partnership with Mississippi Farm Bureau, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce, Mississippi National Guard, Mississippi State University Extension Service, Mississippi Veterans Affairs and other agricultural and veterans organizations. The program connects guardsmen... Read More.
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Church is Meeting This Weekend

Church is meeting. Whether online or in the parking lot, congregants are getting together. Online services both big and small have been meeting for weeks in unprecedented numbers. As of this weekend, with the new "Safer at Home" guidelines in effect, more meetings are... Read More.
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Updated: $300 Fines In Carthage

$300 fines could be enforced in Carthage. "We must practice safety. I am having police officers drive around, and they will be giving out $300 fines if you are not at home - your home," said Mayor Vivians. "This is not the time to... Read More.
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Tyson Announces $120M Bonuses!

Tyson has announced bonuses. $120 million in “thank you bonuses” is being offered to 116,000 U.S. frontline workers and truckers. The company is also increasing short-term disability coverage to 90% of normal pay until June 30, 2020. “This pandemic is ever-evolving, and the decision... Read More.
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Drive-Through Testing Success!!!

Drive-through testing succeeded. Over 107 individuals pre-registered for free testing in Leake county and more registered on site, according to UMMC officials. Testing ended at 4:00 pm with more than 100 tests completed. Members of UMMC, MSDH, and the National Guard facilitated. Testing will... Read More.
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Long Term Care Case Increase for Attala, Neshoba

Long term care facilities are reporting additional Covid-19 cases. The MSDH reports 752 cases statewide. According to the MSDH, long term care (LTC) facilities are considered high risk locations because their residents are older or in poor health. Regionally, Attala County is reporting 26... Read More.
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FREE Covid Testing Today in Carthage

FREE testing is here. UMMC and the MSDH are providing free drive-through Covid-19 testing today. Guidelines for testing have been lowered. "Anyone who has crossed paths with a Covid positive person or who is experiencing any symptoms can now get tested but you must... Read More.
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