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Disaster Declaration Application Deadline is Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the deadline to apply for public assistance in conjunction with the Winter Storm Event in February.
According to FEMA, Local governments, tribes, territories and certain private nonprofits in the 31 disaster-declared counties and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians that were impacted by... Read More.
City Jobs Still Available in Carthage
Applications for Lagoon operator as well as codes inspector are still being accepted in Carthage. According to City Clerk Penny Spear "they are two separate positions. A list of qualifications is available at the City Clerk's Office. Applications will be received until the position... Read More.
Hurricane Season Is Here
The 2021 Hurricane Season has started and continues through November 30th. MEMA is reminding us of preparation tips including how to assemble a three to five-day disaster supply kit. Below are some of the items that should be included in a hurricane preparedness kit.
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Open Air Revival Tonight
The Open Air Revival continues tonight. Pastor Quentin Harmon, Evangelist Luther Martin, Worship Artist Tabitha Martin, Worship Artist Tyler Jones and Prophet Jawaski Gardner will participate. All will join the REFRESH team with Pastor and Co-Pastor Thompson in Kosciusko. The Open Air Revival will... Read More.
18-Wheeler Flips on Hwy. 25 North
12:20 am – Leake County Deputies responded to calls of an attempted break in on Ebenezer Road.
2:18 am – Leake County Deputies were called to a disturbance on Hopoca Road.
4:11 am – Leake County Deputies responded to calls of an 18 wheeler running off... Read More.
Summer Library Reading Program Starting Soon
The Summer reading program is starting soon at Carthage-Leake County Library. The program will run from June 14th - July 18 and will include activities for all ages, including outdoor storytimes, virtual programming, and reading challenges.
“We are excited to be able to offer outdoor... Read More.
Leake County Gives Honor, Respect and Reverence at Memorial Day Service
Members of the armed forces, pastors, leaders and citizens from all walks of life gathered together yesterday at the Leake County Courthouse to show honor, respect and give reverence on Memorial Day. Alderwoman Laurie Henderson reminded us that it all started as Decoration Day... Read More.
Missing person – Amanda Pearson Stegall
A family in central Mississippi is searching for a missing person.
Amanda Pearson Stegall of Kosciusko was last seen Thursday, May 27.
On that day she was at her father's home in Camden (Madison County).
Contact local authorities if you have any information on her whereabouts.
Reward Possible – Neshoba Sheriff’s Office Asking for Help in Catalytic Converters Theft
Catalytic Converter theft is being reported and the Neshoba County Sheriff's Office are asking for your help. Neshoba Sheriff’s Office said they are "looking for the person responsible for taking catalytic converters from the church van at Ocobla Baptist Church. This happened Thursday morning... Read More.
Funeral for MHP State Trouper John Harris Today- Official Donation Site Set up for Family
MHP State Troup John Harris suffered fatal injuries after he was hit by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop on Highway 16 W on Friday. The MDPS announced that the service for Trooper John Harris will be live-streamed by Broadmoor Baptist Church at 2:00... Read More.
