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Carthage City officials met to work through the prospective 2021 budget. A discussion was raised to possibly cut two office positions, allowing for a potential 3 % overall city employee pay raise and an additional police officer hire. Instead, in a 3-2 vote, the... Read More.

All Carthage community centers remain closed. According to Carthage City Clerk Penny Spears, the extension was made as a continuance of a decision reached in early July. Included are McMillan Park Community Center and Trustmark Park. The Coliseum and Lincoln Park remain closed for... Read More.

School meals are now available. According to the LCSD, meals will be offered again starting today. One breakfast and lunch will be delivered to each student at designated bus stop. Meals are available Monday through Friday. There will be no additional cost. All LCSD students,... Read More.

All Carthage water bills are due today. According to City Hall, late fees will be added if not paid by end of day today. Also, late notices will no longer be sent. If bills are not paid in full by the 20th, water will... Read More.

Free Covid-19 testing is available now in Carthage. The mobile testing is on site now at Lincoln Park. An application can be filled at the testing location! Where-Lincoln Park Community Center 411 Hayes Street, Carthage. Time-Between 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. *Insurance and Family Income information is... Read More.

Thrifty Nickel has donated furniture to the Carthage Police department. According to Police Chief Clay "Thrifty Nickel assisted with items to aid in the beautification of the interior building. These items ranged from office furniture to wall decor." Ricky Rogers said "we were happy... Read More.

Virtual Learners can participate in extracurriculars activities. LCSD board member Debra Merkison Payton said that following a vote,  virtual learning students will be able to participate in activities. See official statement below. From Board Member Debra Merkison Payton- Speaking on behalf of LCSD, the Board... Read More.

Carthage Mayor Mary Ann Vivians is under quarantine. She has announced that "her mother, two brothers and another family member have tested positive for Covid-19." She said "I am fine and working from home." A long time advocate for protective measures such as social distancing... Read More.

Free Covid-19 testing will be available tomorrow in Carthage. Mayor Vivians announced that testing will be scheduled Friday at Lincoln Park. The one day testing will be available via mobile unit. An application must be filled out and is available at Carthage City Hall.... Read More.