Leake Academy Student Places 2nd in Overall MAIS Spelling Bee 6th Grade Division
Congratulations to Macie Stucky of Leake Academy for placing 2nd in the overall MAIS Spelling Bee 6th grade division, and 3rd in overall grades 4th-8th.
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Carthage Citywide Pickup Starts Wednesday
The Carthage citywide trash pick up starts Wednesday. According to Carthage City Hall, the two-day citywide trash pick up service will be Wednesday, January 20th, and Thursday, January 21st from 7:00am-4:00pm. Service will include pick up and disposal of trash, debris, household furniture, and... Read More.
Leake Academy Sweeps Games with Manchester Academy
The Leake Academy basketball teams were back in action today playing in non-district games with Manchester Academy from Yazoo City. Both the Lady Rebels and Rebels came away with wins today. The Lady Rebels improved their season record to 21-2 with a 38 point... Read More.
Mississippi National Guard Goes to Washington, D.C.
Approximately 100 Soldiers of the Mississippi Army National Guard left Jan. 15 to support the civil authorities in Washington, D.C., for the upcoming 59th Presidential Inauguration Jan. 20. The MSNG's mission as Task Force Mississippi is providing military and strategic support to law enforcement... Read More.
City Limits Cafe Opens At Mississippi Farmers Market
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson cut the ribbon to the new City Limits Café at the Mississippi Farmers Market in Jackson. The café is open to the public Monday through Friday, and offers cafeteria-style quick service food, as well as made-to-order options... Read More.
BREAKING NEWS – Gary Allan Reschedules His Dixie National Show, Justin Moore Named Replacement!
BMO in the MO'rning - BREAKING NEWS - Justin Moore has been announced as the new entertainment for the Tuesday, February 16, 2021, performance of the Dixie National Rodeo. Moore replaces Gary Allan, who is postponing his performance until the 2022 Dixie National Rodeo. ... Read More.
Leake Academy Sweeps Winston Academy in Madden
The Leake Academy Basketball teams were in district play tonight at Joe F. Shepard Gymnasium in Madden playing the Patriots of Winston Academy. Both teams came away with impressive wins. The Lady Rebels won their contest by 55 points, 71-16. The Lady Rebels were... Read More.
BMO in the MOrning – TGIF ON TAP!
What's ON TAP for BMO in the MO'rning:On tap today, BMO, "Brother Breck" and Chris Davis discuss Central Mississippi headline news, they have your Friday Festivities at the top of the 6 & 7am hour plus a lot more:BMO's "Text and Tones" topic question... Read More.
Local teacher receives State FFA Award
Mr. Kenneth Georgia, Agriculture instructor and FFA advisor at the Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Center, was recently honored by the Mississippi FFA with the Distinguished Teacher Award.The plaque quoted, “Because your love for agricultural education has inspired, influenced, and made a positive difference in the... Read More.
$640,000,000 Powerball, and Scam Alert
The next Powerball drawing, valued at $640,000,000, is this weekend. And unfortunately as the lottery numbers climb so do the scams. The Mississippi Lottery Corporation has provided some tips to help protect you. First of all, the Miss Lottery does not contact a winner,... Read More.
Philadelphia-A Day of Service Scheduled Instead of Martin Luther King Parade Due to Covid
A Day of Service is scheduled in Philadelphia. The community street cleanup event will take place, Monday, January 18th on Martin Luther King Day. The event organized by Community in Action Organization will take place instead of the Martin Luther King Parade because of... Read More.
Free Covid-19 Testing at Leake County Health Department Today
Free Covid-19 testing is available today at the Leake County Health Department. However, before getting tested you must first be screened by speaking with a UMMC clinician to determine your likelihood of COVID-19 infection or exposure. This can be done by calling 601-496-7200 or... Read More.
