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Leake Academy Dominates 2026 MAIS Class AAA Basketball Honors
Leading the way were a pair of standout siblings. Samuel Prince was named the MAIS Class AAA Boys’ Basketball Player of the Year, while Sarah Prince earned Class AAA Girls’ Basketball Player of the Year, giving Leake Academy a rare sweep of the top... Read More.
No Surprises in Mississippi’s Primaries
Easy wins for three members of Mississippi’s congressional delegation in Tuesday's primaries. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith got about 81 per cent of the vote in defeating her Republican challenger, Sarah Adlakha. She’ll face Democrat Scott Colom in November. Colom won his party’s nomination beating two... Read More.
It’s Day 12 of the Gas Price Spike
Gas prices continue to climb in Mississippi. AAA says the average price statewide is up 7 cents this morning, now at $3.115. We're paying 57-cents more for gas after 12 straight days of rising prices.
TRIAD/Senior Citizens Day Set for March 12 in Carthage
The Leake County Sheriff's Office's annual TRIAD/Senior Citizens Day is set for Thursday, March 12 at Leake Central Elementary School. Doors open at 9 a.m.
The event is for the senior adults of Leake County and the surrounding area. There will be a meal provided,... Read More.
It’s Election Day in Mississippi
Mississippi’s junior senator in Washington faces a challenge in one of the federal primary elections on the ballot today. Cindy Hyde-Smith has served in the Senate since 2018 and is running against a doctor, Sarah Adlakha, in the Republican primary. Three Democrats are seeking... Read More.
Gas Price Update: A Few Cents More
The price of gas in Mississippi is edging higher. AAA reports that the average price statewide is up another four cents this morning, now at $3.04. That’s the most we’ve paid since May of 2024.
Kosciusko Artist L.V. Hull Featured in New York Times article
A well-known artist from Kosciusko is being recognized in a national publication.
The New York Times recently highlighted the work of self-taught folk artist L.V. Hull in a feature about her colorful and unconventional creations.
Hull became known for transforming everyday items — including hats,... Read More.
Leake Central Boys Powerlifting Team Places Fourth at South State Meet
The Leake Central High School boys powerlifting team finished fourth overall at the South State meet, with several lifters earning spots in the upcoming state championship.
Two Leake Central lifters captured South State titles in their respective weight classes. Isiah Tate won the 220-pound weight... Read More.
Blood Drive planned for March 14 in memory of Kate McNeal
A community blood drive honoring the memory of Ruby Kate “Katie” McNeal will be held Saturday, March 14, in Kosciusko.
The drive will take place from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Attala County Co-op, 447 Highway 12 East, and is being organized with... Read More.
