Leake
Leake County Scarecrow of The Year Voting Deadline Is Tomorrow
The deadline to vote for "Leake County Scarecrow of the Year" is almost here but you still have time. According to Main Street Chamber of Leake County Director Russell Baty, the last day to vote is end of day tomorrow. Only one scarecrow can... Read More.
10/22 Update – Martha Louise Savell Is Still Missing
Martha Louise Savell of Carthage is still missing. The 80 year old white female is 5'2", weighs 140 pounds, has brown/gray hair and blue eyes. She was last seen on Tuesday, October 13th, around 4pm near the intersection of Risher Rd and Madden Rd,... Read More.
Leake County is Receiving Almost $400,000 To Reimburse Covid-19 Expenses
Leake County is receiving almost $400,000 to reimburse Covid-19 expenses. According to Leake County Emergency Management Director Tommy Malone, the funds are being given to the county as part of the Mississippi Legislature's $70 million allocation of CARES ACT funds to MEMA. Those funds... Read More.
Water Service Could Be Disconnected Today If Past Due
Past due water bills must be paid this morning. According to Mayor Vivians, bills must be paid in full in the drop box this morning before 8a.m. to avoid a $50. fee and possible disconnection. Otherwise disconnections will be issued throughout the day today.
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ECCC- Woods & Whites Doubles Tournament Fundraiser This Weekend
The East Central Community College tennis program is hosting its fourth Woods & Whites Doubles Tournament this Saturday. The event will be at the Tennis Complex on the ECCC campus in Decatur. The Woods & Whites event will be held from 10 a.m. to... Read More.
Cruisin for a Wish weekly schedule
The entire month of October, Boswell Media and the Make A Wish Foundation will be “Cruisin for a Wish.”
Throughout the month, the official “Cruisin for a Wish” truck will travel to local businesses in Attala, Leake, Neshoba, and Winston counties to raise money to... Read More.
Carthage: Ribbon Cutting at Uptown 101 Tomorrow
The official ribbon cutting for Uptown 101 is tomorrow. The Main Street Chamber said "we welcome Uptown 101 to Carthage with a Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday October 21st at 10:00 a.m." They are located in old Coca Cola Plant at 101 Franklin Street. Everyone... Read More.
Update-Masks Now Mandated In 9 Counties Including Neshoba
Mandated masks and additional restrictions have been added to 9 counties in Mississippi, including Neshoba. Governor Reeves said in a press conference that he is signing an order where 9 counties will be required to wear masks indoors and outdoors if social distancing is... Read More.
Today In History, Thursday, October 22nd
Today is Thursday, Oct. 22, the 296th day of 2020. There are 70 days left in the year.
Today's Highlight in History:
On Oct. 22, 1979, the U.S. government allowed the deposed Shah of Iran to travel to New York for medical treatment — a decision... Read More.
Mississippi State Fair extended for another weekend
The Mississippi State Fair has been extended for another weekend.
State Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gibson made the announced Monday morning on Twitter.
Thanks to everyone who came and enjoyed our socially distant, very clean family-friendly outdoor Fair. As Hurricane Delta washed out the first weekend, we... Read More.
Breaking: Trailer Wheel Fire On Mars Hill Road Under Control
The Fire on Mars Hill Road is under control. "Trailer wheels caught on fire tonight" according to Constable Smiley McMillan who was working on the scene. "Leake County Sheriff's Department and Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department worked together. Everybody is ok. Roads are now reopening."
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