Leake

Leake County Fire Fighters Association Scholarship winners are announced. According to association officers James McRae and Jimmy Moore, this years recipients are Haley Alexander, Eric Malone, and Hannah Wilcher. To be eligible for the scholarship a person must be an active member of LCFFA... Read More.

Leake High School graduations are postponed. According to Yvette Young, School Superintendent, the decision was made after receiving several suggestions about graduation ceremonies for the class of 2020. "Although I respect and appreciate the input about how to celebrate and acknowledge our seniors, I... Read More.

The State Health Officer social distanced while in Leake County. Dr. Thomas Dobbs, Health Officer, visited with a group of community leaders yesterday at Carthage City Hall. Everyone wore masks and sat six feet apart. Concerns were addressed such as accelerated testing access in... Read More.

Carthage curfew has been lifted for citizens. While the curfew has been lifted for the citizens of Carthage, the City of Carthage curfew is still In effect for businesses, according to Mayor Vivians. "We are still under The Safer At Home Order until May... Read More.

Square Affair is rescheduled. The annual Square County get together is revised from its original May 16th date to Saturday June 27th, according to Leake County Main Street Director Russell Baty. "This year’s event will be moved back to the Carthage Square to allow... Read More.

"HEALTHY SNACK SACKS" are being distributed today. The Walnut Grove Volunteer Fire Department will give out 8 pound “HEALTHY SNACK SACKS” to KIDS 18 and UNDER today from 2 pm until gone.  Participants are asked to not exit your vehicle, please wear masks as... Read More.

Monday, May 4th, 2020 From The Desk Of Carthage Mayor Vivians "As we continue to fight through this pandemic, let us remember that all of us are being affected. Remember to pray for all of those who are on the frontlines and also those who are... Read More.