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Chief Ben Tests Positive
Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben has tested positive for COVID-19. Here is his statement that he posted on Facebook.
This morning I received confirmation that I have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. I wanted our Tribal Community to hear this from me. Currently, I do... Read More.
New Cases of Covid-19 Reported in Attala, Leake, Neshoba, Winston
The Mississippi Department of Health is reporting 181 new COVID-19 cases statewide. Attala is reporting 34 overall including 1 LTC case. Leake is reporting 64 cases overall with 1 death, Neshoba is reporting 55 cases overall with 1 death. Winston is reporting 29 cases... Read More.
Mississipi Shelter in Place Remains in Effect
Mississippi's shelter in place remains in effect until April 27th. According to Governor Tate Reeves, "I have to extend the shelter-in-place order for seven more days, while taking some new steps to help Mississippians mentally and financially. We are easing the brakes on “non-essential”... Read More.
BREAKING: Gov. Reeves extends Mississippi’s “shelter-in-place” order for one week
Gov. Tate Reeves has extended Mississippi's "shelter-in-place" order through April 27.
Reeves made the announcement during a press conference Friday morning.
The original order was set to expire Monday, April 20, but Reeves said that date is too early with the way coronavirus is still impacting... Read More.
Pearl River Resort Announces Business Update in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
CHOCTAW, MS (April 17, 2020) –Pearl River Resort, owned and operated by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (MBCI) today announced that due to impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, measures must be taken to ensure the financial stability of the Resort. After careful... Read More.
COVID-19 case confirmed at Attala County nursing home
Kicks96 News has learned that there is positive case of COVID-19 at the Attala County Nursing Center.
Multiple sources told Kicks96 News that a male resident of the home tested positive for the virus.
This is the first case of the virus at a long-term care... Read More.
Flood Warnings Continue for Leake and Neshoba
Flood Warnings Continue for Leake and Neshoba County.
According to MEMA, the Pearl River above Philadelphia affecting Neshoba County, and the Pearl River above Edinburg are potential flooding areas. The Yockanookany River near Ofahoma could also affect Leake County. The warning continues until Sunday afternoon.... Read More.
Carthage Mayor’s Office Shares Possible Covid Screening Information
The Carthage Mayor's Office has asked that the following information be shared regarding possible Covid Symptoms-
"If you are experiencing symptoms please see following information below:"
Mississippi Job Loss Reaches 14,000% Increase
Mississippi Job loss applications have reached a 14,000% increase. Governor Tate Reeves said many more still can't get through because of the surge. "This is insane-the bleeding has to stop. Lives depend on this as well. Please pray for wisdom as we consider all... Read More.
