Rent and Utility Money Assistance Deadline Approaching

Rent and utility money is still available. Approximately $25 million can be allocated to Mississippians through September 30th, according to state officials. These resources are part of the Rental Assistance for Mississippi Program, also known as RAMP. The program provides rent and or utilities... Read More.
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The Puppy Dog Scam Report

Another Day, another Scam, and this time it has to do with puppy dogs. There were recent reports in our area of people listing puppies for sale on Craig’s List, requesting the money in advance, and then giving a local home address as the... Read More.
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Carthage City Court Update

All Carthage City Court cases for August have been postponed. However, court will be back in session in September on 9/7, and 9/21. If you had a court case scheduled for this month a notification has been sent out with a new court date... Read More.
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The Covid Update

MSDH is reporting an additional 3,163 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 25 deaths. Attala County is reporting 13 new cases, 32 new cases in Leake, 111 in Neshoba, and 17 cases in Winston County. And according to a study conducted and released by The... Read More.
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Log Truck Driving Recklessly in Leake

12:40 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to a call reporting a domestic disturbance at a residence on Highway 487. 8:31 a.m. – Leake County Deputies received a call reporting a log truck driving recklessly on Highway 16 East.
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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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