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Today In History, August 18th

Tuesday, August 18 by Staff Report

Today is Tuesday, Aug. 18, the 231st day of 2020. There are 135 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing all American women's right to vote, was ratified as Tennessee became the 36th... Read More.

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Neshoba – One Fatality In Single Car Accident

Tuesday, August 18 by Staff Report

One single car accident fatality is confirmed. Neshoba County Sheriff Eric Clark said that Branden Brian Chadwick 20, of Neshoba County, died in an accident early Saturday morning at around 4a.m.. Mr. Chadwick was a passenger in a vehicle that was heading east at... Read More.

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SNAP Benefits Can Now Be Used For Online Shopping

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

Snap benefits can now be used online. According to Mississippi Department of Human Services SNAP benefits can now be used to order groceries online They are currently accepting SNAP EBT card. The Groceries can be ordered and then received at curbside pickup. For more... Read More.

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Leake Academy football returns Friday night to Cruisin’ 98.3

Monday, August 17 by Breck Riley

Boswell Media Sports' coverage of Leake Academy football will return this Friday night. This season, the Rebels will make the move over to Cruisin 98.3 (WKOZ-FM). Veteran broadcaster Melvin Wooten will return for his 18th year with Boswell Media Sports. "With all that's going on, we're excited... Read More.

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Mississippi flag could have Choctaw-inspired diamond shape

Monday, August 17 by Breck Riley

The new Mississippi flag could include a magnolia or stars or representations of rivers. Or it could reflect the state’s Native American heritage with a diamond shape that is important to the Choctaw community. A commission met Friday and selected the final nine design proposals. That will... Read More.

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39 Mississippi Counties Reporting Covid-19 In School Systems – Leake, Neshoba, Winston On List

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

39 Mississippi counties are reporting Covid-19 cases within school systems. According to Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs, there are 109 teacher/staff members and 69 students who have tested positive. 254 teacher/staff members and 489 students have been quarantined. Leake, Neshoba, Scott and... Read More.

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Tucker Elementary Online Training Sessions Start Tomorrow

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

Tucker Elementary online training starts tomorrow. According to school officials training will be offered to help parents prepare for online learning including how to log in to Google Classroom. Parents will also learn how online assignments will be completed and submitted to the teacher.... Read More.

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Flag Commission Met To Select Finalists. You Can Vote Next Round

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

The Commission to Redesign the Mississippi State Flag met on Friday to select finalists for the next round. Nine designs were selected to advance. Individuals can now choose a favorite in a nonbinding public poll. Click link to see the flag selections and vote... Read More.

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Universal Covid Testing Coming To Choctaw – Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

Universal Covid testing is coming to Choctaw. According to Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs, the testing will be available this Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Choctaw. The testing site will be in the parking lot of the Silver Star Casino. Anyone can... Read More.

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Today In History, August 17th

Monday, August 17 by Staff Report

Today is Monday, Aug. 17, the 230th day of 2020. There are 136 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 17, 2017, a van plowed through pedestrians along a packed promenade in the Spanish city of Barcelona, killing 13 people and injuring... Read More.

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Gov. Reeves Restricts Spectators at K-12 Extracurricular Sports & Activities

Sunday, August 16 by Staff Report

Spectator limitations are being set at all K-12 events. Governor Reeves has issued a new guideline that will limit the number of spectators allowed at any event including sports games and concerts. No more than two people per student will be allowed to attend... Read More.

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Danica Hart named Boswell Media’s 2020 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year (video)

Saturday, August 15 by Breck Riley

Danica Hart has been named the winner of the 2020 Boswell Media Mississippi Songwriter of the Year contest. Hart was one of fifteen finalists to perform Saturday night at Jason’s Southern Table in downtown Kosciusko. Contestants competed for a chance to have their song professionally recorded at... Read More.

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Today In History, August 18th

Neshoba – One Fatality In Single Car Accident

SNAP Benefits Can Now Be Used For Online Shopping

Leake Academy football returns Friday night to Cruisin’ 98.3

Mississippi flag could have Choctaw-inspired diamond shape

39 Mississippi Counties Reporting Covid-19 In School Systems – Leake, Neshoba, Winston On List

Tucker Elementary Online Training Sessions Start Tomorrow

Flag Commission Met To Select Finalists. You Can Vote Next Round

Universal Covid Testing Coming To Choctaw – Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Today In History, August 17th

Gov. Reeves Restricts Spectators at K-12 Extracurricular Sports & Activities

Danica Hart named Boswell Media’s 2020 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year (video)

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