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6,912 New Covid Cases Over 3 Day Period Including Our Area
The MSDH is reporting an additional 6,912 cases of Covid in Mississippi, and 28 deaths for the three-day period August 6 through August 8. Covid cases are on the increase in our region as well. Attala County is reporting 41 new cases, 45 in... Read More.
The Heat Danger Is On Again
The heat danger is on again in our region. Stressed heat conditions are possible today through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service In Jackson. High temperatures will be in the mid 90's but the heat index is once again the problem. Indices could... Read More.
ECCC Mask Requirement As Well As Vaccination Update
East Central Community College in Decatur has updated its opening of school campus plan for the Fall 2021 Semester which is set to begin Monday, Aug. 16.
“In light of the recent surge in COVID cases, especially the Delta variant, and following the Mississippi State... Read More.
Covid Testing Continues at Neshoba General Today
Covid testing will continue today at Neshoba General. Response has been overwhelming, according to Neshoba General officials. Pre-registration is still required prior to COVID testing. The call line number is 601-663-1221 and is open Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm. You are asked to have insurance information... Read More.
Philadelphia City Court Dates for Tomorrow Postponed
Philadelphia City Court has been postponed again. Court cases scheduled for tomorrow, August 11th, will be rescheduled. The Philadelphia Court Clerk's office has not confirmed one set date. Call their office concerning your specific case. Also, cases scheduled from August 4th were moved to... Read More.
You Can Run But You Can’t Hide in Philadelphia
7:38 a.m. – Philadelphia Police were notified of a subject in a vehicle fleeing from an officer on Valley View Drive. The vehicle was reported to have struck a patrol car. Officers were able to apprehend the driver.
7:42 a.m. – Neshoba County Deputies and... Read More.
Audio: Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley calls into “The Breckfast Show”
Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley called into "The Breckfast Show" this morning to give an update on rural broadband expansion in Mississippi.
Neshoba County School District Mask Update
The Neshoba County School District has announced that "after consultation with medical personnel and careful consideration, the NCSD will require masks of students and staff until August 20. Leading up to August 20th, we will reevaluate the situation and decide if we can go... Read More.
