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Police Searching for Two Believed to Be Involved in Deadly Shooting
The Carthage Police Department needs your help locating two individuals who were seen in the vehicle pictured above who may be connected to the recent shooting in Carthage.
A reward of up to $2,500 is offered for information that leads to an arrest.
If you... Read More.
Governor Reeves declares Hurricane Preparedness Week May 4 – May 10, 2025
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) – Governor Reeves declares May 4 – May 10, 2025, Hurricane Preparedness Week for the State of Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges citizens to prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Last year, there were 18 named storms, 11... Read More.
Bank of Commerce and Holmes County Bank announce merger
(Greenwood, MS, and Lexington, MS – May 1, 2025) – Bank of Commerce, through its parent company Commerce Bancorp Inc., and Holmes County Bank, through its parent Holmes County Corporation, today
announced they have signed a definitive merger agreement. Upon completion, the combined institution
will strengthen... Read More.
LA Rebels Advance to North State Championship Series
The Leake Academy Rebels baseball team traveled to Meridian this afternoon for game two of the 5A MAIS championship series playing the Lamar School Raiders. The Rebels won game one of the series last night 12-7 in Madden and played an afternoon game today... Read More.
Stolen Vehicle Chase Ends in Crash and Arrest in Carthage
One person was arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle that fled from law enforcement Tuesday in Carthage.
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Leake County deputies were alerted about a stolen vehicle that entered Leake County then Carthage.
The vehicle was spotted at Wendy’s on Hwy... Read More.
LA Rebels Win Game One Over Lamar Raiders 12-7
The Leake Academy Rebels begin play in the second round of the MAIS State Playoffs in Madden winning the first game of the best of three series over the Lamar School Raiders from Meridian. The Rebels trailed 7-5 going into the bottom of the... Read More.
CANCELLED: Silver Alert Issued for Man Last Seen in Holmes County
The Silver Alert has been cancelled. Moore has been located and is safe.
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The Miss. Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Durant Police Department for Lecordarro Kenzy Moore, 33. The Jackson man was last seen Monday, Apr. 28,... Read More.
