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Several area football players named to preseason watchlist

Wednesday, August 10 by Breck Riley

Several local area football players have been named to a preseason watchlist for the upcoming season. The list was compiled by Brandon Shileds from Mississippi Gridiron/Capital Sports. Leake Academy leads the way with four players on the list. Rebel players earning honors are QB Rhett Atkison, wide... Read More.

Rape, Felony Obstruction, and Assault on Officers in Leake and Attala

Wednesday, August 10 by Staff Report

Kicks Picks is Back! Learn about the rules and prizes

Wednesday, August 10 by Ashlee Davis

Boswell Media Sports’ weekly football pick’em “Kicks Picks” is back for its 19th season on Breezynews.com and Kicks96news.com. Make your picks each week for the best high school and college football games in the state. If you get the most right, then you’re a winner. The... Read More.

Updated – A False Alarm and Disturbances in Leake

Wednesday, August 10 by Ashlee Davis

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 9:00 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to a call reporting a domestic disturbance in progress at a residence on HWY 25 North near Settlemire Circle. 9:27 a.m. – Ofahoma Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at a residence... Read More.

Endowed Scholarship Established at ECCC in Memory of Attala County native Gen. Martha Jo Leslie

Tuesday, August 9 by Breck Riley

An endowed scholarship has been established at East Central Community College in Decatur in memory of the late Gen. Martha Jo Leslie, who rose to the rank of Brigadier General in the Mississippi Army National Guard and was a longtime member of the Mississippi... Read More.

BOLO for a Stolen Motorcycle Monday Evening

Tuesday, August 9 by Staff Report

On Monday at 4:18pm, a BOLO was issued for a stolen red Triumph Speed Cruiser motorcycle, tag MCK 7493. This motorcycle was stolen from Roosevelt State Park in Morton. If seen, please notify Scott County. At 8:49pm, a caller at a residence on Hwy 35... Read More.

Visit The Carthage Farmer’s Market Today at McMillan Park

Tuesday, August 9 by Ashlee Davis

Visit the Carthage Farmer’s Market at McMillan Park each Tuesday from 8 am – 12 pm. Vendors there have everything from fresh veggies to clothing. Live music and lunch is also available! Shop the farmer’s market for: Fresh meats Fresh Local... Read More.

Aggravated Assault, Grand Larceny, and Many Burglaries in Attala and Leake

Monday, August 8 by Staff Report

Crashes, Fires, Vehicle Theft and more in Leake

Monday, August 8 by Ashlee Davis

Monday, August 8, 2022 12:07 a.m. – Carthage Police were dispatched to a residence on Debra Street regarding a disturbance in progress there. 12:36 a.m. – Carthage Fire Department responded to a call reporting a kitchen fire at a residence on North Jordan Street near... Read More.

Countdown to Kickoff: Leake Academy

Monday, August 8 by Breck Riley

This week on the Boswell Media Sports Countdown to Kickoff presented by Moore's Pharmacy: Boswell Media Sports' Commentator Phillip Palmertree catches up with Leake Academy head football coach Brian Pickens to discuss the tradition of Leake Academy, the team's returning starters, and... Read More.