Leake

The Distinguished Young Woman of Leake County 2021 is Georgia Claire Rudolph. She is also recipient of the Scholastic and Talent Award. Emily Boyd is 1st alternate. Mabry Mayfield is 2nd alternate. Morgan Evans is 3rd alternate and recipient of the Fitness Award and... Read More.

New Jobs are possibly coming to Leake County. The Walnut Grove Prison Authority is in the process of accepting operational management proposals for the Walnut Grove Correctional Facility. Walnut Grove Mayor Brian Gomillion said "we are in a holding pattern right now. Proposals are... Read More.

"Square County Strong" has launched. This new facebook page has been initiated by The Main Street Chamber of Leake County. "The purpose of the page is to help local member businesses promote their establishments while keeping the public informed during these unprecedented times," according... Read More.

The Leake County Board of Supervisors has voted to purchase the old Citizens Bank building in Carthage. The board approved the purchase with a 3-2 vote in addition to deciding to advertise for a short term 5 year note to finance the purchase, according... Read More.

Basketball hoops and nets are down. The City of Carthage made the decision to remove them from courts. "Children were continuing to mingle in groups and play basketball, so we took them down," said Mayor Vivians of Carthage. "Parents, take care of your children.... Read More.

"It's six feet apart or six feet under." Carthage Mayor Mary Ann Vivians has once again emphatically addressed the importance of practicing social distancing and all safety guidelines. "The virus is spreading. There are 99 cases in Leake County. The number is growing." She... Read More.