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First Degree Murder Arrest In Leake County, One Man Dead
A murder arrest has been made in Leake County. According to the Leake County Sheriff's report, Preston Lindsey has been arrested and faces first degree Murder charges in the shooting death of Tyler Gunn which took place late in the evening of November 24th.... Read More.
Philadelphia Christmas Parade is Monday, Marty Stuart and Connie Smith to Serve as Grand Marshals
The Philadelphia Christmas Parade is almost here. Marty Stuart and Connie Smith will serve as Grand Marshals. The event is on December 7th at 6pm in Downtown Philadelphia.This year the parade will be at 50% capacity due to Covid-19 concerns. All spectators are highly ... Read More.
Louisville Police Department Appoints First Female Officer to Captain
The Louisville Police has appointed the departments first female officer to rank of Captain. According to an announcement made by the department, "Glenda Sherrod is the newest ranking captain and we would like to acknowledge and congratulate her on her wonderful achievement."
Today In History, Friday, December 4th
Today is Friday, Dec. 4, the 339th day of 2020. There are 27 days left in the year.
Today's Highlights in History:
On Dec. 4, 1783, Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his Continental Army officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York.
On this date:
In 1875,... Read More.
Alert: Water Main Break In Philadelphia Near Neshoba General, Team Onsite Making Repairs
A Water main break has been confirmed in Philadelphia near Neshoba General. Philadelphia Utilities announced on FB that "A burst water main is being repaired on hospital road between Hospital Discount Pharmacy and Neshoba General. Residents of the southern part of Philadelphia will likely... Read More.
The Coat Drive at Mercy Reigns
Mercy Reigns is holding a Coat Drive. The Carthage resale shop saw another need and decided to fill it. If you need a coat come and get one. And if you have a coat to donate, do so. The drive runs until December 15th.... Read More.
Official Carthage Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony This Friday
The official Carthage Christmas Tree Lighting will take place. The City Hall of Carthage has announced that the lighting ceremony is this Friday, December 4th at 5:00pm. This year the Christmas Tree has found a new home a Trustmark Park after many years at... Read More.
Governor Reeves Announces 13 New Counties Added to The Mask Mandate List, Leake not on the list
There are 13 new counties added to the mask mandate list across Mississippi. Governor Reeves has announced that 54 out of the 82 counties are now under mask mandate as part of executive order 1533. The additional counties are Amite, Adams, Quitman, Jefferson, Franklin... Read More.
Neshoba – The Big Pop Gun Show is This Saturday
The Big Pop Gun Show is this Saturday. The event takes place at Neshoba Coliseum this Saturday & Sun Dec 5th & 6th and will feature special hours for both days. Admission is $8 for adults, with children 6 to 11 only $2 and... Read More.
U.S. Department of Labor Announces that three Mississippi Chicken Processing Plants Will Pay Back Wages
Three Mississippi chicken processing plants among those targeted in one of the largest workplace immigration raids in the U.S. in the past decade have agreed to pay back wages. The U.S. Labor Department found they failed to pay minimum wage and overtime to their... Read More.
