Third Death from West Nile Virus in MS

Mississippi has now had three deaths from West Nile Virus this season.  But unlike the first two, in Madison and Calhoun counties, we’re not being told where the latest victim was from….. "They don't identify where deaths actually occurred out of respect for the families..." State... Read More.
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Fire Destroys Unoccupied House on Old Ridge Road in Leake

A fire destroyed an unoccupied house on Old Ridge Road today. When firefighters arrived, the home was fully engulfed in flames, threatening a nearby mobile home and vehicles. Crews from the Carthage Fire Department and Reformation Volunteers responded, working to contain and extinguish the blaze. No injuries... Read More.
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Multiple Crashes Reported Tuesday in Neshoba

Emergency responders in Neshoba and Philadelphia were called to a series of crashes on Tuesday afternoon. Neshoba County Deputies, EMS, and Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a one-vehicle crash on Hwy 19 S, where a vehicle left the road, hit a concrete drain, and then... Read More.
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Leake County Law Enforcement Supper Photo Gallery

The Leake County Constables hosted the Leake County Law Enforcement Supper on Saturday, September 21st at the Leake Country Club. Law enforcement officers and other members of the community gathered for an evening filled with fellowship, door prizes, good food, and an opportunity to strengthen... Read More.
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Kicks Picks Week 5 Winner Announced

It's time to announce our winner for week 5 of Kicks Picks! Preston Moore of Kosciusko came out on top with the most correct picks! He will receive a gift certificate to Chicken Nugget in Carthage. Congratulations to Preston, and remember you too can be a... Read More.
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Photo: Leake Academy 2024 Homecoming Court

Leake Academy has revealed its 2024 Homecoming Court. On the front row are Senior Maids and candidates for queen: Shelby Rudolph, Emma Grace Fisher, and Caroline Cheatham. On the back row are Freshmen Maids Raylee Quick and Reese McKay; Sophomore Maids Mattie Freeny and Taylor... Read More.
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Fire in Philadelphia Fills Neighborhood With Smoke

PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A fire Saturday afternoon in Philadelphia had police urging people to find a different route as a large smoke cloud settled and firefighters fought the fire. That was at the intersection on Main and Beacon streets, according to a Facebook post from Philadelphia Police.... Read More.
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Silver Alert Issued for Walnut Grove Man CANCELLED

Update: Doyle Edward Ferguson has been found and is safe. The following is a statement posted on Facebook by Leake County Sheriff Randy Atkinson: On Friday, September 20, 2024, at approximately 1630, the Leake County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 127 Ott Jones Road regarding a... Read More.
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