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Marilyn Powell named 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year
KOSCIUSKO, Miss. — Marilyn Powell of Philadelphia has been named the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year.
Powell was one of 15 finalists who performed Saturday night at The Guitar Academy in downtown Kosciusko during the competition.
Powell earned the title with the original song "Livin'... Read More.
Neshoba Co. Fair Wraps Without Any Major Incidents
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--The 137th Neshoba County Dair is over, and without any major incidents, said Sheriff Eric Clark.
Though a few minor incidents of theft and at least one lost child were reported, no one was reported hurt and Clark made a Facebook post commending the... Read More.
Thieves Stopped with Hundreds of Dollars Worth of Merchandise in Carthage
Two Leflore County residents have been charged in connection with a shoplifting spree that spanned multiple businesses in Carthage and Leake County as well as one in Lexington.
The Carthage Police Department responded to a call reporting shoplifting at a local grocery store Saturday. A... Read More.
Happening today: Mississippi Songwriter of the Year Finals in Kosciusko
The final round of the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year competition takes place tonight in Kosciusko.
Fifteen finalists from across Mississippi will perform their original songs live at The Guitar Academy, competing for the title of Mississippi Songwriter of the Year and a $2,000... Read More.
Silver Star Casino Celebrates 32 Years as Pearl River Resort Hosts Holiday Weekend Events
Pearl River Resort is marking a major milestone this summer as its flagship property celebrates more than three decades of gaming, entertainment, and tourism in central Mississippi.
Pearl River Resort announced it will celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Silver Star... Read More.
Leake County School District Announces Clear Backpack Requirement for 2026-2027 School Year
Students attending the Leake County School District will be required to use clear plastic or mesh backpacks beginning with the 2026-2027 school year under a new district policy aimed at enhancing campus safety.
The district announced the requirement in a Facebook post, stating that all... Read More.
Neshoba County Fair – Friday June 26 – Schedule of Events
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NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR
Friday, June 26, 2026
Midway open 12pm - 12 midnight. Mitchell Bros. & Sons Amusements.
U.S. Post Office, Neshoba County Fair Station, Open 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Exhibit Hall open 8am - 10pm.
12:30pm - Music by The Vernon Brothers... Read More.
One Person Killed in Wreck in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Miss.--A wreck in Louisville is responsible for the death of one person, said Winston County Sheriff Mike Perkins.
The wreck was just after 7 a.m. Thursday near Smyth Lake Road and South Church Avenue.
Coroner Lynn Massey said one person died and another was airlifted... Read More.
