Leake
Mercy Reigns Toy Drive Finishes Today But You Still Have Time
The Mercy Reigns toy drop off ends today but you still have until the end of day to donate toys. All other drives continue, and all donations including food and financial donations are still greatly appreciated. For more information about how you can make... Read More.
Free Covid-19 Testing Available Today in Attala, Leake, and Neshoba, Must Pre-Screen
Free Covid-19 testing is available today at the Attala, Leake and Neshoba County Health Departments. Testing hours are between 11:00am-6pm. 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.... Read More.
Leake Central Junior High 7th Grade Boys Basketball Takes Home the Trophy and Makes History
The Leake Central Junior High 7th grade boys basketball team has brought home the trophy and made history, winning the Central Mississippi Junior High Conference 7th Grade Boys Championship. Principal Fleming said "the team played hard and had strong camaraderie. Coach Breakfield and Coach... Read More.
Joiful Hair Salon Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
Joiful Hair Salon has officially opened. The ribbon cutting and grand opening was held at their location at 115 South Pearl Street in Carthage. For more information or to make an appointment with Joiful Hair Salon owner Kristen Davidson or colleagues Summer Caston and... Read More.
Carthage-Leake County Library Still Has Holiday Gift Bags for Kids
The Carthage-Leake Public Library still has some holiday gift bags. The library announced that all children 12 and under are eligible to receive holiday gift bags from now until they run out. Included are items such as a children's book, DIY ornament and a... Read More.
The 14th Annual Sippin’ Cider Is Coming to Leake County
The 14th annual Sippin' Cider is coming. According to the Main Street Chamber of Leake County, the event is next Thursday December 17th, from 2:00-7:00pm. All participating businesses will have holiday door buster sales and hot apple cider. And you will also be eligible... Read More.
Molina Healthcare Donates Diapers and Supplies To Mercy Reigns
Molina Healthcare has donated diapers and supplies to Mercy Reigns. According to the resale shop owners, Kathy Sullivan and Nee'a Waldrop, "we have an abundance of diapers and wipes right now for anyone in need. We are trying to help the ones who are... Read More.
Covid-19 Testing At Leake and Neshoba County Health Departments Today, Must Pre-Screen
Free Covid-19 testing is available today at the Leake and Neshoba County Health Departments. Testing hours are between 11:00am-6pm. 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... Read More.
Leake Academy Splits Basketball Games with Starkville Academy
Joe Shepard Gymnasium in Madden was the site for the final basketball games of the year for the Leake Academy basketball teams as the Starkville Academy teams came to play. The Lady Rebels playing the Lady Volunteers had an easy victory winning the contest... Read More.
City Hall Hours of Operation for Christmas Holiday
Carthage City Hall offices will be closed on December 24th, 25th and 28th as part of the Christmas holiday. According to Mayor Vivians, regular business hours will resume on December 29th. Also, the City Hall Lobby will remain closed but offices and drop box... Read More.
Local community retail sales up more than in college towns
COVID has definitely pumped retail sales into small town Mississippi.
In the reporting period August thru October, the city of Kosciusko posted a 12.1% gain over 2019 compared to a mere 2% gain for the city of Oxford.
It is obvious that college students staying home... Read More.
