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Local Heat Advisory Extended, Heat Warning for the North

Tuesday, July 5 by Randy Bell

The heat advisory for most of Mississippi including the local area has been extended through Thursday and an excessive heat warning has been posted for the northern part of the state. Increasing humidity and temperatures in the 90s are expected to produce dangerous heat... Read More.

Crash at Main Intersection in Carthage, Disturbances and Trespassing in the County

Tuesday, July 5 by Ashlee Davis

Tuesday, July 5, 2022 6:39 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to reports of a trespasser at a residence on HWY 16 West near the Wiggins community. 7:32 a.m. – Carthage Police were alerted to a domestic disturbance in progress at a residence on Minerva... Read More.

Judge Denies Abortion Clinic’s Request to Block Mississippi’s Trigger Law

Tuesday, July 5 by Randy Bell

Special Chancellor Debbra Halford has denied the Jackson Women's Health Organization's request for a preliminary injunction that would have blocked the state of Mississippi from enforcing a law which bans most abortions. Following the U-S Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade, Mississippi's "trigger... Read More.

Choctaw Indian Fair schedule, tickets prices, etc.

Tuesday, July 5 by Breck Riley

The 72nd Annual Choctaw Indian Fair returns Wednesday, July 13 - Saturday, July 16. This year's event features traditional social dances, the Choctaw Indian Princess Pageant, the World Series of Stickball Tournament, food, fun, cultural presentations and live entertainment from the biggest names in Christian... Read More.

Carthage Farmer’s Market Open on Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 5 by Ashlee Davis

Visit the Carthage Farmer's Market at McMillan Park each Tuesday from 8 am - 12 pm. Vendors there have everything from fresh veggies to clothing. Shop the farmer's market for: Fresh Local Grown Produce Fresh Local Honey Jellies and Jams ... Read More.

An Accident With Entrapment, Reckless Drivers and Gunshots in Neshoba

Tuesday, July 5 by Rick Guy

Monday, 7/4/22 1:35 p.m. - Neshoba Deputies were called about a reckless driver near the Neshoba County Fairgrounds on Hwy. 21. 3:42 p.m. - Neshoba Deputies checked on a disabled vehicle on Hwy. 15 N. 7:52 p.m. - Philadelphia Fire and Rescue were dispatched to an accident... Read More.

A pair of Suspicious People in Neshoba

Monday, July 4 by Rick Guy

Sunday, 7/3/22 3:35 a.m. - Neshoba Deputies were called about a suspicious person with what appeared to be carrying luggage on the road just past Pendelton Square Apartments. 4:41 a.m. - Philadelphia Police responded to the Western Motel on Holland Avenue for a suspicious person trying... Read More.

Sailor Killed at Pearl Harbor Coming Home to Mississippi

Sunday, July 3 by Randy Bell

In 1941, as the holidays approached, a Mississippi sailor stationed at Pearl Harbor wrote a letter to his family saying he was looking forward to coming home for Christmas. But Seaman First Class John Russell Melton of Liberty never made that trip. He was killed... Read More.

Burglar Alarms and a Breathalyzer in Neshoba

Sunday, July 3 by Rick Guy

Saturday, 7/3/22 6:00 a.m. - Philadelphia Police were called to Hillcrest Apartments on Church Street for a loud music complaint. 6:01 a.m. - Neshoba Deputies were asked to bring a portable breathalyzer to the Silver Star Casino for possible underage drinking. 9:43 a.m. - Philadelphia Police responded... Read More.

A Disturbance at Neshoba General, an Accident with Injuries and More Shots Fired in Neshoba

Saturday, July 2 by Rick Guy

Friday, 7/1/22 2:03 a.m. - Neshoba Deputies were called to an unknown disturbance at the Super Inn & Suites on Hwy. 16. 3:09 a.m. - Philadelphia Police were issued a BOLO for a stolen, white Nissan Ultima. 1:49 p.m. - Philadelphia Police responded to Neshoba General on... Read More.

Disturbances in Leake Today

Friday, July 1 by Ashlee Davis

Friday, July 1, 2022 2:40 p.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to reports of a disturbance in progress on Chapel Road near Jones Chapel. 3:12 p.m. – Carthage Police were alerted to an individual causing a disturbance in the ATM lane at a bank on... Read More.

Updated – Domestic Disturbances, Reckless Driver, and More in Leake

Friday, July 1 by Ashlee Davis

Thursday, June 30, 2022 2:11 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to a call reporting a domestic disturbance in progress at a residence on Horse Shoe Road. 9:32 a.m. – Carthage Police responded to a call reporting a domestic disturbance in progress on South Valley... Read More.