Flood Warning Extended

A flood warning has been extended for the Pearl River area above Philadelphia. It remains in effect until June 16th at 9am. Flood was already at 13.5 feet. Official flood stage is 13.0 feet or higher. Minor flooding continues and is in the forecast. ... Read More.
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Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Felony Charges

On June 7, 2021, Neshoba County Deputies initiated a traffic stop on Weyerhaeuser Road in Philadelphia.  The traffic stop led to a misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle.  Information from this stop, subsequently started an investigation that produced several misdemeanor... Read More.
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Updated – 2021 Tribal Council Election Unofficial Results

Tribal Council election unofficial results are in. Tribal Council positions in Bogue Chitto, Conehatta, Crystal Ridge, Pearl River, Standing Pine and Tucker included.  MBCI Director of Public Information Misty Brescia has released the following unofficial updates. 2021 Tribal Election -  Standing Pine - 1 Position -... Read More.
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Philadelphia Mayor James Young In His Own Words

Philadelphia Mayor James Young has been re-elected. He  received 819 votes and 62% against Republican Leo E Renaldo who has 504 votes and 38%.  Mayor Young said "he was so thankful for the support in the community and another four years of hard work... Read More.
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Walnut Grove Election Results

We have complete but unofficial reports that Incumbent Mayor Brian Gomillion has won a third consecutive term with 122 votes (88%) to Gloria Buckle Sims with 16 votes and (12%). Five incumbents will return as board of Aldermen. They include Cindy Jones, Mike Johnson,... Read More.
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Flood Warning Remains In Effect

A flood warning remains in effect for the Pearl River area above Philadelphia. Flood was already 13.1 feet as of today and is expected to crest at 13.5. Official flood stage is 13.0 feet or higher. Minor flooding continues and is in the forecast. ... Read More.
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East Central CC announces 2021 football schedule

East Central Community College has announced its 2021 football schedule. After a shortened season in 2020, the Warriors will face the usual 9-game MACC schedule this fall. The schedule includes five road games and four games. ECCC will host games against Jones, Pearl River, Co-Lin, and Coahoma. The... Read More.
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Multiple Arrests and Felony Charges

The Neshoba County Sheriff's Office announced that  "Neshoba County Sheriff’s Deputies encountered a white Chevrolet Equinox on Highway 16 West on June 6th.  The car was driven by Zane Callahan of McCool, MS. Billy Frank Burchfield and Aubree Reagan Rawson of Kosciusko were passengers... Read More.
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