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School Consolidation Plan Approved in Leake County
The Leake County School District has announced a plan that will merge its two high schools and shift grade configurations across campuses. LCSD Superintendent Will Russell stated in a recent press release that this is an effort to expand academic opportunities and improve efficiency... Read More.
Leake Academy Teams Advance to MAIS 3A State Championship
Both the Leake Academy Lady Rebels and Rebels advanced to play for the MAIS 3A State Championship Saturday after both teams posted wins in the semifinal games today. The Lady Rebels won their game by 43 points, 57-14 over the Lady Cougars of Columbia... Read More.
MDOT Urges Mississippians to Stay Alert and Prepare for Spring Severe Weather
As parts of northern and central Mississippi recover from the recent severe winter weather, in recognition of Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is encouraging the public to not let their guards down and prepare for the dangers of... Read More.
State Flu Rate Creeps Higher, Hotspot Cools Off
Mississippi’s statewide flu rate continues edging upward and now only seven states are seeing more flu than we are. At the same time, there’s been a dramatic decrease in cases in the public health district which historically has been Mississippi’s flu hotspot.
The State Health... Read More.
New Jewelry Store in Carthage
Shelby Henderson has opened a new jewelry store in the former location of Evon's Jewelry. Shelby brings multiple years of experience to the new store. Pearl River Jewelers will offer jewelry repairs, from replacing watch batteries to resetting gemstones in their sockets. Shelby's services... Read More.
Philadelphia man sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison on meth charge
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. — A Philadelphia man has been sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a methamphetamine distribution charge.
According to court records, 67-year-old Billy Thomas Pike Jr. was sentenced to 210 months in prison for possession with intent... Read More.
Leake Academy teams set for MAIS 3A State Tournament action Thursday
The Leake Academy boys and girls basketball teams are set to continue their postseason run this week as they compete in the MAIS 3A State Tournament.
Both teams will take the court Thursday, Feb. 12 at Kirk Academy in Grenada, with spots in the state... Read More.
