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Carthage man injured in midnight shooting
A Carthage man was shot just after midnight on Monday, February 12, 2024 in the area of the Central MS Mobile Home Park on Dickens St.
Multiple callers reported hearing shots fired in the area and at least one caller claimed to have seen someone... Read More.
Child Dies in Shooting on Choctaw Reservation
A child was shot and killed on the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians' reservation Sunday. Tribal officials haven't released any details yet, but say Choctaw Police and the FBI are investigating. The shooting happened in the Bogue Chitto community. An MBCI statement says, "We... Read More.
Several fires reported in Leake County over the weekend
Carthage Fire Chief, Lonzo Jones tells Kicks 96 News that there were several fires and a gasoline leak reported in Carthage and Leake County over this rainy weekend. No one was injured in any of the fires.
On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at approximately... Read More.
MDOT urges public to prepare for severe weather
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is working to spread awareness about the importance of preparing for potential severe weather in Mississippi.
To further prepare Mississippians for severe weather season in March, April and May, Gov. Tate Reeves declared Feb. 11-17, 2024, as... Read More.
5A State Tournament brackets set for Rebels and Lady Rebels
The brackets are set for the Leake Academy Rebels and Lady Rebels games in the 5A State Tournament.
Both teams will play Wednesday, Feb. 14 at the tournament being hosted by Copiah Academy in Gallman.
The Lady Rebels will play at 6:30 against No. 1 seed... Read More.
Jason’s Southern Table Awarded “Best Steak in Mississippi”
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--You can find the best steak in Mississippi in Kosciusko. Jason's Southern Table received that award Sunday from the Mississippi Beef Council at the Dixie National Rodeo in Jackson.
"I'm humbled that the Mississippi Beef Council honored us with this," said owner Jason Armstrong,... Read More.
Flu Rate Ticks Up After Recent Declines
Just when we thought Mississippi’s flu season was winding down, cases have bumped up slightly. The State Health Department says the flu rate statewide has climbed to 5.3 per cent—up from five per cent the week before. Both of the local public health districts... Read More.
Several arrests made recently in Leake County and more expected
The Leake County Sheriff's Office announced more than 30 arrests in the following press release (see full post and video at the bottom):
On February 8th, 2024 Leake County Sheriff’s Office and the Carthage Police Department in a collaborative effort with federal, state, and local... Read More.
Pearl River man pleads guilty to methamphetamine charges
Jackson, Miss. – A Neshoba County man pleaded guilty to possession of 26 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.
According to court documents, in April of 2022, Marcus Tubby, Jr., 31, possessed... Read More.
Hwy. 19 Four Lane Project Gets a Boost From Lawmakers
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--You may finally soon be able to drive a four-lane highway between Philadelphia and Meridian, says state Sen. Jennifer Branning, who represents parts of Leake, Winston and Neshoba counties.
Branning was the guest on "The Extra Mile", a video podcast from the Miss. Dept.... Read More.
The Main Street Chamber of Leake County presents new board
The Main Street Chamber of Leake County has named their 2024 board members.
Dakota Presley - Director
Dakota Killingsworth - President
Jon Mark Smith - Vice President
Christie Wilcox - Treasurer
Teresa Withers - Secretary
Sheila Wall
Amanda Parker
Torris Powers
Brandon Estes
Robert... Read More.
