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Three tribal members sentenced for roles in reservation murder
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI – Three tribal members were sentenced for their respective roles in a murder, which occurred in September of 2023, in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Reservation.According to court documents, Michael Jeffrey Shaffer, Sr., 48, and Montero... Read More.
Ford F-250 Stolen in Carthage, All Area Police Agencies Notified
CARTHAGE, Miss.--A Ford F-250 was reported stolen in Carthage Saturday afternoon.Just before 6 p.m. a BOLO, or "be on the lookout" notice was issued to all area law enforcement agencies for the truck.It was descrived as a black 2011 Ford F-250, occupied by two... Read More.
Carthage Police Chase Car That Caused Wreck
CARTHAGE, Miss.--Carthage Police and Leake Couny deputies chased a Chevy Express that ran a red light at highway 16 and 35, causing a crash. That was shortly after 10:30 Saturday morning.The vehicle continued on Hwy 35 south at speeds of 85 mph through Walnut... Read More.
LA Rebels Fall to Simpson Cougars 7-3
The Leake Academy Rebels were at home tonight hosting the Cougars of Simpson Academy from Mendenhall. The Rebels enjoyed a one run lead in the game until the top of the 4 inning when the Cougars took the lead 2-1. The Cougars had a... Read More.
March Madness Strikes Twice: Million Dollar Wins at Pearl River Resort
Pearl River Resort is thrilled to announce that two lucky guests have hit life-changing jackpots this March, each winning over one million dollars on the popular Buffalo Power Play slot machine.On March 10, Colan. P. from Gordo, Alabama, struck gold with a $1,140,689 jackpot... Read More.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for The Blakeney Today at 3 pm
The community is invited to gather for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Fox Theater Project, now officially named The Blakeney.The event is set for today, Wednesday, March 26, at 3 p.m. at the Fox Theater, 116 Court Square, Carthage.This marks the beginning of the... Read More.
First Baptist Church of Edinburg Hosts Revival Services
First Baptist Church of Edinburg will hold Revival Services from Sunday, March 30, to Wednesday, April 2.Services are scheduled for Sunday at 11 AM & 7 PM, and Monday through Wednesday at 7 PM nightly. A potluck fellowship will follow the Sunday morning service.Bro.... Read More.
LCFFA Scholarship Applications Now Open
The LCFFA scholarship is now accepting applications.Eligible applicants must be active members of an LCFFA department for at least one year or be the spouse or dependent child of a member.Applications are available from Tommy Malone or James McRae and must be submitted by... Read More.
