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Heat Advisory for Central Mississippi
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--It's going to be sunny and hot with almost no chance for relief from rain this afternoon. A heat advisory is in effect for central Mississippi."Heat indices will be right around 105 to below 110," said David Cox, a forecaster with the National... Read More.
Why Gas Prices May Be Dropping Soon
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--Mississippi gas prices on average now almost 40 cents below the national average. The national average is $3.15 per gallon. The Mississippi average is $2.76."So, good news for motorists, expect prices to continue falling this week," said Patrick DeHaan, chief of petroleum analysis... Read More.
Two People in the Hospital After Using Ivermectin, More Coronavirus Cases
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--At least two people in Mississippi have been put in the hospital using Ivermectin meant for animals, according to the Poison Control Center."I think some people are trying to use it as a preventative, which I think is kind of crazy. Please don't... Read More.
Power line taken down by garbage truck
10:08 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to a call reporting a two-vehicle accident on Highway 16 West near Presley Road. There were no injuries.12:59 p.m. – Carthage Police were dispatched to the area near the intersection of Highway 16 and Highway 35 for... Read More.
Thompson to Reeves: It’s Time for a Mask Mandate
STATE WIDE--Gov. Tate Reeves has repeatedly said that he will not issue a blanket, state-wide mask mandate. Rep. Bennie Thompson is urging him to go back on that.Thompson, who represents Attala, Leake and Holmes counties and the Delta in Washington, said on Twitter that... Read More.
Kicks Picks Week 1 Winner Announced!
Kicks Picks Presented by Byars Furniture of Philadelphia started back on August 16th and, Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a winner!!The winner for Kicks Picks 2021 Week 1 is Johnny Stuart of Philadelphia who got 14 out of 15 correct! Mr. Stuart wins a... Read More.
Audio: Leake Academy vs Winston Academy on-demand
Listen to the complete game replay of Boswell Media Sports broadcast of the Leake Academy Rebels football game against Winston Academy.
Ivermectin to Prevent COVID? No, Says the Miss. Dept. of Health
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--You might've read on the internet or seen on Facebook some recommendations that you take Ivermectin to prevent coronavirus or cure it. The state Dept. of health says that's a bad idea."When you talk about an Ivermectin medication for a horse or a... Read More.
Saturday – Three Car MVA On Hwy 25 N
3:16 am - Leake County officials responded to a two vehicle MVA on Highway 16 West. Possible injuries were reported on the scene.
9:37 am - Officials received a call about a three car MVA on Highway 25 North. Entrapments and injuries were reported.
11:17 am... Read More.
Fines, Prison Time Now Possible for Refusing to Isolate
STATE WIDE--You could now face a fine of up to $500 or six months in prison if you test positive for COVID-19 and do not isolate in your house for 10 days. State health officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs made that possible with a mandate... Read More.
Leake Academy Rebels Open Season with Win
The Leake Academy Rebels traveled to Louisville tonight to play the Winston Academy Patriots in the football season opener for both teams and came away with a 35-7 victory. The game remained close in the first half with the Rebels leading 14-7 but the... Read More.
