Elevated Risk for Dangerous Heat Conditions Extended

Dangerous heat stress conditions are expected to continue over much of the area through Friday, according to the National Weather Service In Jackson. Afternoon heat index values will climb to between 105-110 degrees. Increasing rain chances across central-southeast Mississippi will lead to less oppressive,... Read More.
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David And The Giants Coming To Carthage

David and The Giants are coming to Carthage. Joe Burgess announced that David and the Giants will be in concert Friday, August 20th, in Carthage at 7:30pm. The event will be held at the Old Elementary School. David and The Giants include band members... Read More.
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Alcohol Service Approved in Carthage

Alcohol will soon be served in Carthage restaurants. The decision was reached by Carthage City Council in a 3 to 1 vote. Times of service will be Monday-Thursday from 12pm-10pm, and Friday-Saturday from 12pm-11pm. Restaurants will have to pay a $1000 licensing fee for... Read More.
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Fall Ball Registration Deadline Extended

The deadline for Fall baseball and softball at McMillan Park is almost here. Children ages 3-12 are eligible. T-ball will be available for ages 3-4 with baseball and softball divided in to additional age groups from 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12. Registration deadline is... Read More.
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5 ECCC Board Members Recognized for Years of Service

Five members of the East Central Community College Board of Trustees representing a combined 115 years of dedicated service were recognized at the August meeting of the Board. ECCC President Dr. Brent Gregory presented the trustees with plaques from the Mississippi Association of Community... Read More.
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Elevated Risk For Dangerous Heat In Our Region

An elevated risk for dangerous heat is in effect in our area. Dangerous heat stress conditions are expected over much of the area again Wednesday, as afternoon heat index values climb to between 105-110 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Jackson. High... Read More.
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Mask Up In Carthage

Masks are now required in parts of Carthage. According to City Clerk Penny Spears, a decision was reached that will require all city employees as well as anyone entering Carthage City buildings to wear a mask. The decision was reached due to the recent... Read More.
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Shooting Confirmed In Walnut Grove

A shooting has been confirmed in Walnut Grove. Walnut Grove Police Chief Kevin Polk said "that shots were fired into a residence on Main Street early Monday." No injuries were reported and the investigation continues. He went on to say "the recent shootings in... Read More.
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Warrior Wednesday Orientation and Registration Today

East Central Community College will offer a Warrior Wednesday Orientation and Registration session today, on the Decatur campus. It is the final orientation session before fall 2021 day and evening classes begin on Monday, Aug. 16. Warrior Wednesday will be from 9 a.m. to... Read More.
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One Car Roll-Over in Leake

12:02 a.m. – Leake County Deputies were called to assist Walnut Grove Police when they received a call reporting gunshots being fired into a residence on Main Street in Walnut Grove. No one in the home was injured. 1:33 a.m. – Carthage Police received a... Read More.
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