Leake
Truck Hauling Trailer Sparks Multiple Fires Tuesday in Leake
On Tuesday afternoon, a truck hauling a trailer sparked several fires in Leake County.
The incidents occurred along Hwy 16 E, stretching from Edinburg to Carthage, where four separate grass fires were reported.
Two fires were started just outside Edinburg, approximately half a mile west of... Read More.
Update: Shooter in Custody – Active Shooting Incident on Dixon Road in Leake
UPDATE: The stand-off in the Red Water Community is over and the suspect is in custody. No injuries have been reported.
We will update you here with more information as it becomes available.
The MBCI has released the following statement regarding the incident:
”Choctaw Police along with... Read More.
Voting open for the Mississippi Songwriter of the Year People’s Choice Award
Voting is now open for the 2024 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year Woodstock Furniture People's Choice Award.
Visit mssongwriteroftheyear.com to listen to snippets of each contestants song, and CLICK HERE to vote for your favorite.
Choose which song and artist you like best and... Read More.
Speeding Motorcycles Spotted in Leake County
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--A pair of speeding motorcycles spotted by Leake County deputies were expected to cross into Attala County on Hwy. 35 just after midnight Saturday morning.
The bikes were clocked going in excess of 130 mph.
Leake County deputies told dispatchers in Attala County they were... Read More.
Man and Woman Fight Inside Car
CARTHAGE, Miss.--A man and a woman were fighting inside a car about 5:30 Friday afternoon when the woman called Carthage Police.
The woman told the 911 dispatcher that she was prepared to jump out of the car while it was moving.
The car stopped just before... Read More.
Public Hearing Regarding Historic Fox Theater Scheduled for Friday
A public hearing regarding the old Fox Theater on the square will be held at City Hall on Friday, June 21, 2024.
The hearing will start at 9:00 a.m., and all members of the community are encouraged to attend.
Pearl River Resort to celebrate 30th Anniversary with concerts, promotions, and fireworks
CHOCTAW, MS (June 18, 2024) – Pearl River Resort to celebrate 30 years of gaming and entertainment excellence! The South’s #1 Resort destination is pleased to invite the general public to partake in its month-long anniversary celebration. Festivities will include big-name acts, a festive... Read More.
