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Free Radon home testing kits are available this week as part of Radon Action Month. Radon is an odorless, colorless gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationwide. More than 20,000 Americans die of radon-related lung cancer each year, and radon... Read More.

The Leake Academy basketball teams played host to Lamar Academy tonight at Joe Shepard Gymnasium in Madden. The Lady Rebels picked up another win defeating the Lady Raiders by 28 points. The Lady Rebels maintained a lead throughout the game, leading by 30 points... Read More.

Some emergency first responders, community health care workers, front line workers and volunteers received the Covid-19 Vaccine in Carthage yesterday. The Moderna vaccine was administered through Baptist Memorial Leake. And vaccinations continue across the state for people 65 and older, individuals with preexisting conditions,... Read More.

Free Covid-19 testing is available today at the Leake County Health Department. However, before getting tested you must first be screened by speaking with a UMMC clinician to determine your likelihood of COVID-19 infection or exposure. This can be done by calling 601-496-7200 or... Read More.

Baptist Medical Clinic has an additional contact for vaccine registration. Call 601-267-1470 and press option 5 to make an appointment. If you are over 65 or have a preexisting health condition you can now register for the vaccine. Hospital official said "Baptist is committed to... Read More.

The Carthage citywide trash pick up service ends today. Today marks the second and final day which runs from 7:00am-4:00pm. Service will include pick up and disposal of trash, debris, household furniture, and mattresses. All items must be placed on the side of the... Read More.

Past due water bills must be paid today. According to City Hall, bills must be paid in full be end of day. Bills can be paid in person through the drop box before 5pm and also online. Otherwise a disconnect notice will be in... Read More.

The Carthage citywide trash pick up starts today. According to Carthage City Hall, the two-day citywide trash pick up service will be today and tomorrow from 7:00am-4:00pm. Service will include pick up and disposal of trash, debris, household furniture, and mattresses. All items must... Read More.

Leake Academy played host to Heritage Academy from Columbus in Madden tonight. The Lady Rebels came away with a 41 point victory over the Lady Patriots from Heritage. By halftime, the Lady Rebels enjoyed a commanding 30 point lead, 38-8, and continued to dominate... Read More.