Leake
Strong Winds Likely!
Strong winds are likely. According to the National Weather Service of Jackson, Wind gusts of 30-40 mph will be possible from around midnight until 8am Tuesday morning over portions of Mississippi including our area. These wind gusts may cause weak trees and limbs to... Read More.
Drive-Thru Clinic to Provide Covid-19 Vaccine Today in Carthage, No Mandatory Appointment
The Covid-19 vaccine will be available today in Carthage. This drive thru service offered by G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center will also offer testing for Covid-19, HIV, blood glucose, and blood pressure. City Hall Spokesperson Sherry Leflore said appointments are not mandatory, just show... Read More.
Wreck on Red Dog Road at the Intersection of the Natchez Trace Parkway
4:31 am- Leake County Fire Department and Police were called to a wreck on Red dog Road at the intersection of the Natchez Trace Parkway. The vehicle ran off the road and hit a tree. There were multiple injuries on the scene.
Holmes CC and State Veterans Home among those hiring at Governor’s Job Fair
Holmes Community College and the State Veterans Home are just two of several companies that will be be looking for new hires at Tuesday's Mississippi Drive-Thru Job Fair.
The Job Fair is set for 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Trustmark Park in Pearl.
Anyone interested... Read More.
Strong Winds Possible Monday Night
Wind gusts of 30-40mph will be possible Monday night into Tuesday morning according to the national weather service. Winds may cause weak trees to fall. High profile vehicles may become unsteady due to wind gusts. Timing is midnight until 7am Tuesday morning. This includes... Read More.
Mississippi Mudbug Festival is coming!
The 1st ever Mississippi Mudbug Crawfish Festival is coming to the Mississippi State Fairgrounds Wednesday April 7th thru Sunday April 11th! The Festival will include live entertainment featuring Frank Foster, Doctor Zarr, Chad Wesley, Fordie Hays and J Edwards; a crawfish eating contest on... Read More.
Carthage Farmer’s Market Tentative Opening is May 4th.
The Carthage Farmer's Market will be open soon. The tentative date for opening is May 4th. Vendors including Cullen's Crops, Amiker's Farms, and Three Girls Farm and Grill have already committed to the market according to Carthage City Hall. The market will be located... Read More.
Drive Thru Health Clinic Tomorrow In Carthage
The drive-thru health clinic is tomorrow in Carthage. The service offered by G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center will provide the Covid-19 Vaccine in a limited supply. Testing will also be available for Covid-19, HIV, blood glucose, and blood pressure. Bring insurance cards. Regardless, no... Read More.
Person lost control of vehicle on Alan Road
2:19 pm- Caller requested an officer come to 3038 Como Road for a disturbance between the caller's son and husband.
3:42 pm- Police were advised of a person lost control of their vehicle on Alan Road and hit a neighbor's fence. No reports of any... Read More.
MDEQ Issues Water Contact Advisory for Stream and Pearl River Near Carthage
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued a water contact advisory Friday for Town Creek and a portion of the Pearl River near the City of Carthage. The advisory is being issued due to an overflow of minimally treated wastewater from the city’s... Read More.
Pearl River Resort moves to Phase 2 of reopening
Pearl River Resort is moving to phase 2 of the Resorts’ reopening plan; easing certain restrictions related to COVID 19. This includes increasing capacity on the casino gaming floors from 50% to 75% and easing smoking restrictions. Phase 2 of the Resorts reopening plan... Read More.
