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City of Carthage to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary this Thursday

Tuesday, June 30 by Ashlee Davis

The City of Carthage will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary on Thursday, July 2, at Trustmark Park. The celebration will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will feature a fun zone, kid’s corner, food vendors, live music, a sports zone, and special guest... Read More.

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Marilyn Powell named 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year

Sunday, June 28 by Staff Report

KOSCIUSKO, Miss. — Marilyn Powell of Philadelphia has been named the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year. Powell was one of 15 finalists who performed Saturday night at The Guitar Academy in downtown Kosciusko during the competition. Powell earned the title with the original song "Livin'... Read More.

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Thieves Stopped with Hundreds of Dollars Worth of Merchandise in Carthage

Saturday, June 27 by Ashlee Davis

Two Leflore County residents have been charged in connection with a shoplifting spree that spanned multiple businesses in Carthage and Leake County as well as one in Lexington. The Carthage Police Department responded to a call reporting shoplifting at a local grocery store Saturday. A... Read More.

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Happening today: Mississippi Songwriter of the Year Finals in Kosciusko

Saturday, June 27 by Ashlee Davis

The final round of the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year competition takes place tonight in Kosciusko. Fifteen finalists from across Mississippi will perform their original songs live at The Guitar Academy, competing for the title of Mississippi Songwriter of the Year and a $2,000... Read More.

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Aggravated Assault, Grand Larceny, and Felonious Child Abuse in Leake and Carthage

Friday, June 26 by Staff Report

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Silver Star Casino Celebrates 32 Years as Pearl River Resort Hosts Holiday Weekend Events

Friday, June 26 by Staff Report

Pearl River Resort is marking a major milestone this summer as its flagship property celebrates more than three decades of gaming, entertainment, and tourism in central Mississippi. Pearl River Resort announced it will celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Silver Star... Read More.

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Leake County School District Announces Clear Backpack Requirement for 2026-2027 School Year

Friday, June 26 by Breck Riley

Students attending the Leake County School District will be required to use clear plastic or mesh backpacks beginning with the 2026-2027 school year under a new district policy aimed at enhancing campus safety. The district announced the requirement in a Facebook post, stating that all... Read More.

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Boswell Media Sports Announces Cooper Sanders as New Voice of Leake Academy Football

Thursday, June 25 by Staff Report

Boswell Media Sports has announced that Cooper Sanders will serve as the new radio play-by-play voice for Leake Academy football this fall. Sanders brings several years of broadcast experience to the booth. He has worked as a sportscaster for the past four years and currently... Read More.

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Retirement Celebration for Carthage Police Chief Billy McMillan this Friday

Wednesday, June 24 by Ashlee Davis

The community is invited to join in honoring Carthage Police Chief Billy McMillan as he celebrates his retirement after years of dedicated law enforcement service. A retirement celebration will be held on Friday, June 26, from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at the McMillan Park... Read More.

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Burglary, DUIs, and Disorderly Conduct in Carthage and Leake County

Wednesday, June 24 by Staff Report

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BMO’s “Planted on the Porch” Takes Root at the Fair (Audio Video)

Wednesday, June 24 by BMO

(Brian "BMO" Montgomery) - “Planted on the Porch” has officially taken root! My lazy line-dance chair song has already topped 3,000 views on two different social media platforms, and people are sharing it like somebody just found a cheat code to the chair races... Read More.

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Rebel Pride: Annie Kate White Wins Miss Neshoba County Fair 2026

Tuesday, June 23 by BMO

(Brian B-MO Montgomery) Annie Kate White was crowned Miss Neshoba County Fair 2026 Monday night, June 22, under the Grandstand lights at the Neshoba County Fairgrounds. White, Contestant Number 5, also earned the Interview Award, while Laney Griffis was named First Alternate and Kyndall Lee... Read More.

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City of Carthage to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary this Thursday

Marilyn Powell named 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year

Thieves Stopped with Hundreds of Dollars Worth of Merchandise in Carthage

Happening today: Mississippi Songwriter of the Year Finals in Kosciusko

Aggravated Assault, Grand Larceny, and Felonious Child Abuse in Leake and Carthage

Silver Star Casino Celebrates 32 Years as Pearl River Resort Hosts Holiday Weekend Events

Leake County School District Announces Clear Backpack Requirement for 2026-2027 School Year

Boswell Media Sports Announces Cooper Sanders as New Voice of Leake Academy Football

Retirement Celebration for Carthage Police Chief Billy McMillan this Friday

Burglary, DUIs, and Disorderly Conduct in Carthage and Leake County

BMO’s “Planted on the Porch” Takes Root at the Fair (Audio Video)

Rebel Pride: Annie Kate White Wins Miss Neshoba County Fair 2026

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