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Light Ice and Freezing Into Morning and Again Tonight
Winter is in the forecast again with temperatures dropping below freezing. The National Weather Service of Jackson is saying our region can expect light freezing rain, resulting in light icing of bridges and overpasses early today and again tonight. Temperatures are below freezing but... Read More.
Walnut Grove Observes Mississippi’s Arbor Day and Celebrates Being Named a 2020 Tree City USA
Today Walnut Grove is celebrating. In observance of Mississippi's Arbor Day and in recognition of the Town being named a Tree City USA, Walnut Grove is passing out black walnut (seed) and Arbor Day swag at Town Hall. The event is between 12:30-1:30pm.
*Mayor Brian... Read More.
EC Warriors fall to Hinds Bulldogs 86-84
The East Central Community College Warriors basketball team played on their home court tonight hosting the undefeated Hinds Community College Bulldogs. The Warriors entered the game 0-5 on the season while the Hinds Bulldogs entered 3-0. The Warriors played throughout the game but would... Read More.
Ethan Kinard of Leake Academy to Continue Football Career at Holmes Community College
Ethan Kinard will continue his football career beyond Leake Academy. He will be playing for Holmes Community College in the fall.
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Walnut Grove to Receive $434,604 Grant, Will Build Senior Citizen Facility
Walnut Grove is receiving a $434,604 grant. Governor Tate Reeves said in a letter that Walnut Grove's application for Small Public Facilities funds through the Community Block Grant program had been approved by The Mississippi Development Authority. Walnut Grove Mayor Brian Gomillion said "funds... Read More.
Leake County Dispatches: February 10
11:26am - Leake County Deputies responded to calls of a horse in the road on Hwy. 35 North.
11:37am - Leake County Deputies were to called to Pickens Circle after reports of possible drugs found.
12:45pm - Leake County Deputies responded to calls of cows in... Read More.
Leake County Dispatches: February 9
12:46am - Leake County Deputies responded to a domestic dispute at Lockwood Apartments in Walnut Grove.
11:06am - Leake County Deputies responded to a one car accident near Walnut Grove. No injuries were reported.
11:09am - Carthage Police responded to a 2 car accident on Hwy.... Read More.
Reminder – McMillan Park Ball Registration and Venue Rental
Ball registration continues in Carthage. Applications are available at City Hall for T-Ball, Soft Ball and Baseball. The fee is $60. per person. The deadline is March 5th and that is a firm date says Penny Spears. City Hall is open 8am-5pm daily. Also,... Read More.
Leake Academy Advances in Playoff Action
Both the Leake Academy Rebels boys and girls basketball teams won their games Tuesday night and will advance to the next stage of the playoffs.
The boys beat the Pillow Academy Mustangs 69-43 and are scheduled to play again Friday evening at 5PM. Clay Kemp... Read More.
Leake County Dispatches: February 8
12:05am - Leake County Deputies responded to a disabled vehicle on Hwy. 16 East.
3:39am - Leake County Deputies responded to calls of a domestic dispute and shots fired on Holly Hill Road.
10:46am - Leake County Deputies responded to a home on Wiggins Loop Road... Read More.
