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Marty Stuart to Host Downtown Philadelphia Mural Walk and Celebration April 25
Country music legend Marty Stuart is inviting the public to an afternoon of music, art, and storytelling right in the heart of his hometown.
On Saturday, April 25th, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM, Stuart and distinguished guests will lead a guided journey through downtown Philadelphia... Read More.
IRS Announces Tax Relief for Mississippi Storm Victims; Deadline Extended to June 8
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced tax relief for Mississippi residents and businesses affected by the severe winter storm that began January 23, 2026.
Affected taxpayers now have until June 8, 2026, to file federal tax returns and make tax payments that were originally... Read More.
Attala Man Dies in Crash on Hwy 12 in Oktibbeha County Monday Morning
A crash on Hwy 12 near Smith Rd. in Oktibbeha County has claimed the life of 54-year-old Marvin Lynn Graham of Ethel, MS.
According to authorities, the crash happened around 6 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14 when a truck driven by 29-year-old Octavious Evans of... Read More.
Sen. Bradford Blackmon Secures $19.4 Million for Senate District 21, Delivering Major Wins for Carthage and Leake County
State Senator Bradford Blackmon (D-District 21) announced that during the 2026 Mississippi Legislative Session, $19,365,000 in state appropriations was secured for 24 critical projects across Senate District 21.
The funding package supports infrastructure, public safety, economic development, and community improvements in Holmes, Leake, Attala, and... Read More.
Upcoming MSU Extension Service Events in Leake County
April is lining up to be a busy month in Leake County. Here are some of the upcoming events to look forward to.
The MSU Extension Service of Leake County will be hosting their regularly scheduled "Sit & be Fit" Gentle Chair Exercise program for... Read More.
BMO’s Community Corner – JoAnne Millard from Carthage
Today’s Community Corner
JoAnne Millard joined us this morning on B-MO in the MO’rning to talk about an upcoming Spring Food Drive to support families in need. The Mississippi Homemaker Volunteers will host the drive Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at... Read More.
Spring Food Drive in Carthage on Saturday April 18
Mississippi Homemaker Volunteers (Estes Mill Club) will host a Spring Food Drive on Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of First Baptist Church–Carthage on N. Van Buren Street. Community members are encouraged... Read More.
MS Gas Prices Flat After Slight Drop
The average price of gas in Mississippi, after falling slightly for four days in a row, has leveled off at just under $3.75 this morning. AAA says that’s about three cents lower than the peak price last week. And the auto club says some... Read More.
