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Reeves Won’t Shut Down Schools or Require Masks
STATE WIDE--Gov. Tate Reeves stressed during a news conference Thursday that he doesn't believe it's his job as governor to make blanket decisions for school districts across the state. He said he believes shutting down all schools because of coronavirus is a mistake.
"I'm not,... Read More.
Students on Hybrid Learning Can Compete in Sports
JACKSON, Miss.--Students who are on a hybrid learning schedule can compete in school sports. The Mississippi High School Activities Association announced that decision Thursday, the same day that Kosciusko schools decided to provide a hybrid option after a two-week period on all-virtual learning.
It was... Read More.
Distracted Driver Hits Patrol Car
12:37 p.m. – Philadelphia Police were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident on Main Street. No injuries were reported.
1:11 p.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to a minor two-vehicle collision on West Beacon Street at Sonic. While responding to this accident, a patrol... Read More.
Domestic Violence Reported
5:47 a.m. – Leake County Deputies responded to a call reporting a break-in at a residence on Randy Green Bottom Road in Walnut Grove. The caller said that the thief broke a window to enter the home.
6:08 a.m. – Leake County Deputies received reports... Read More.
Log Truck Overturns in Carthage
6:45 a.m. – Leake County Deputies and Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 43 north of Thomastown.
11:24 a.m. – Carthage Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to a call reporting a log truck that overturned and spilled logs on... Read More.
Drive sober or get pulled over Leake County
Drive sober! Or get pulled over!
The Leake County Sherrif's Office announced it will be conducting a D.U.I. enforcement campaign to crack down on impaired driving. From August 20th - September 6th of 2021, motorists will see an increase in patrols, traffic stops, and safety... Read More.
Disturbance Reports in Philadelphia
5:54 a.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to a call reporting that a vehicle was broken into at a residence on Lamar Circle.
4:18 p.m. – Philadelphia Police were dispatched to Sistrunk Trailer Park when they received reports of a disturbance in progress.
4:26 p.m. – Philadelphia... Read More.
Carthage couple found deceased – Tuesday August 10th
On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, around 6:01 p.m. Leake County Deputies received a call to go to a Springfield Road residence in reference to two people possibly deceased. On arrival deputies spoke to Mr. Eddie Bryan who advised that he was a nephew of... Read More.
Neshoba General to host vaccine event at Neshoba Coliseum – Wednesday, August 25
Neshoba General Hospital & Nursing home is hosting a FREE vaccine event.
The event will be held at the Neshoba County Coliseum on Wednesday, August 25th from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Anyone that is eligible to receive the vaccine is encouraged to participate. The... Read More.
Thompson Says Vigilance Is Necessary Ahead of Sept. 11 Anniversary
WASHINGTON--The Department of Homeland Security has reason to believe terrorist groups like Al Qaeda are still capable of executing attacks against Americans, and they are warning people to be on the lookout. Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), is also encouraging vigilance, but not just for... Read More.
What Could Save Your Life If you Get COVID-19
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--The pandemic may be worse than it has ever been in Mississippi, according to numbers released by the state Dept. of Health. More than 4,000 cases were reported Wednesday, with 36 more people dead from the virus.
That number includes two people in Holmes... Read More.
