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Pedestrian Curfew In Effect In Carthage

If you're out walking in Carthage, better get home before the clock strikes 11.   The city has a new pedestrian curfew in effect.  Mayor Mary Ann Vivians says it's an effort to reduce crime in the late night hours and promote safety.  Anyone who's... Read More.
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Amanda Posey is a Winner!

Congratulations to Amanda Posey of Decatur. She is a winner of two tickets to see “A Christmas Carol” at Thalia Mara Hall in Jackson compliments of Ballet Magnificat and M&S Furniture. Amanda’s name is also in the drawing to receive platinum seating plus dinner... Read More.
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Moonlight Madness is TONIGHT in Philadelphia

The Moonlight Madness shopping event is happening tonight in Philadelphia! Several downtown merchants will be open later than usual and most are running special sales. Be sure to visit them tonight during the official Moonlight Madness hours of 6 pm - 9 pm and get... Read More.
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Car Accident Sends One to Hospital

6:02 a.m. – Leake County Deputies, Madden Volunteers, and Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to a one-vehicle crash on Laurel Hill Road where it forks into Galilee Road. A vehicle left the road and struck a tree leaving the driver trapped inside. Emergency Personnel... Read More.
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Man Changes Story, Admits To Leake Murder

A Lena man who initially told investigators someone else shot and killed his friend last week now admits that he pulled the trigger.  That’s what Leake County Sheriff Randy Atkinson says.   Jontiese Fortune, 33, was arrested for first degree murder after Sylvester Burks was... Read More.
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Dog Ordinance Crackdown Begins In Carthage

Carthage has a dog problem.  That’s what city leaders have been saying.  In October, the board of aldermen passed an ordinance with a new limit of two dogs per household.  Mayor Mary Ann Vivians says some residents have complained about the restriction but the... Read More.
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