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Monkeypox Update: State Numbers Climb, No Change in This Area
Mississippi is now reporting 65 cases of monkeypox. The State Health Department says over half of those are in and around the Jackson area, mostly among men between the ages of 18 and 34. The public health districts which include Attala, Leake and Neshoba... Read More.
AAA: Gas Price Decline in MS Slowing
Montgomery County has joined the Under 3 Dollars Club. AAA says it’s now one of nine counties in Mississippi with an average gas price below 3 bucks. Most of those are south of I-20 but in this part of the state, there’s Montgomery at... Read More.
Heart of Mississippi Rodeo schedule of events
The first annual Heart of Mississippi PCA Rodeo is coming to Kosciusko this weekend.
The rodeo is presented by the Attala County Co-Op and will be held this Friday and Saturday on the lawn of the Dickerson Petroleum offices.
For more information, contact the Kosciusko Attala... Read More.
A Suspicious Person and a Fighting Family in Leake County
Monday, September 19, 2022
11:46 a.m. – Carthage Police responded to a call reporting a domestic disturbance in progress on Hayes Street.
2:14 p.m. – Leake Deputies responded to multiple calls about a suspicious person walking along Hwy 25 North near Marydell.
And the winner is… Kicks Picks Week 5 Winner Announced
It's time to announce the winner of Kicks Picks Week 5!
Our winner is Ron Winters of Kosciusko. Congratulations Mr. Winters! You are the winner of a gift certificate for plate lunches for 2 from Southern or Soul in Carthage.
You too could be a winner.... Read More.
Domestic Disturbances in Leake County
On Monday at 1:02am, a caller requested officers to a residence on Hwy 16 West for an ongoing domestic dispute where the caller said a man, supposedly under the influence, had shot at her earlier and that she had a cut on her neck... Read More.
LA Rebels Win Defeat Simpson Cougars 28-21
The Leake Academy Rebels upset the number 1 ranked 5A team in the state in Madden tonight winning the game 28-21. The Rebels entered the game 1-3 on the season while the Cougars entered 3-1, both teams were playing their first division game of... Read More.
Shooter Nabbed Quickly Due to Teamwork from Kosciusko Police and Attala Sheriff’s Office
At approximately 11:20 a.m. on Friday, September 16, 2022 a caller reported that someone shot into their residence on Carter Street in Kosciusko.
The shooter was seen fleeing the area in a maroon Mercury Grand Marquis and was believed to be headed toward Hwy 19... Read More.
The Hunger Problem: Less Food Coming In Means Less Going Out
A new analysis shows children in this part of central Mississippi rank high in terms of food insecurity. The USDA defines food insecurity as "the lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life." The list from Stacker.com is based on... Read More.
Oktoberfest will be in Carthage on Saturday October 22nd
Carthage Oktoberfest will be held at the old Carthage Elementary School on Saturday October 22nd from 9:00 am – 8:00 pm.
There will be a pet parade, arts & crafts vendors, food, and live entertainment.
Vendor applications are currently being accepted until October 1st.
The full application... Read More.
