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Carthage Mayor’s Youth Council Recruiting New Members
Carthage Mayor's Youth Council is recruiting new members for the 2020-2021 year. Students grades 9-12 are eligible. All interested go through an application process. All applicants must maintain a B average in School and have a recommendation from school and community leaders. For more... Read More.
Philadelphia General Election Locations and Sample Ballots
Today is election day. Contested races will be Mayor, Alderman at Large, Ward 2, Ward 3, and Ward 4. Voting will be from 7am-7pm at the following locations -
Ward 1 - Senior Citizens Center - Ward 2 Neshoba Baptist - Ward 3 - The... Read More.
Drug Possession Charge
On June 5th, 2021, Neshoba County Sheriff’s Deputies encountered a yellow Kia Rio at County Road 418/325. The car was driven by Candace L. Barton of Union, MS. Barton was charged with the following:
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Driving while License Suspended
Possession of... Read More.
Walnut Grove Water System Receives Perfect Score
The Town of Walnut Grove Water System has received a perfect 5.0 rating for the 10th straight year by the Mississippi Department of Health on this year's capacity assessment.
The over 1,400 water systems across the state are inspected annually and given a "report card"... Read More.
Multiple Felony Narcotic Charges Following Traffic Stop
Multiple felony charges have been made following a traffic stop. According to the Neshoba County Sheriff's Office "on June 4th, 2021, Neshoba County Sheriff’s Deputies encountered a Honda Civic at County Road 553/616 intersection. The car was driven by Kadeem Thomas of Louisville, MS.... Read More.
Uncle Si is coming to Philadelphia!
B-MO in the MO'rning - Don't miss everybody's favorite "uncle" as Si Robertson, star of Duck Dynasty brings his Story Time with Uncle Si to the Neshoba Coliseum on Saturday June 12th from 7pm to 9pm. The doors will open at 6pm and pre-sale... Read More.
ECCC Offering Walk-In Orientation Throughout Summer
Walk-in Orientation now available at ECCC. New and transfer students planning to attend East Central Community College in fall 2021 can now take advantage of weekday “Walk-In” Orientation sessions on the Decatur campus.
Walk-In Orientation is available beginning June 7 Mondays through Thursdays from either... Read More.
ATV Safety Concerns to Be Discussed at Carthage City Council Meeting
ATV safety concerns will be discussed at the Carthage City Council meeting. According to City Clerk Penny Spears the meeting is Monday at 6pm. All are welcome. Recent incidents include speeding and accidents in the area have caused increased concern.
