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State auditor arrests supervisor in Newton County

Friday, September 27 by Staff Report

State Auditor Shad White announced Thursday special agents from his office have arrested Newton County Supervisor Glenn Hollingsworth after he was indicted for fraudulently obtaining public funds.A demand letter worth $7,984.02 was issued to Hollingsworth at the time of his arrest. The total demand... Read More.

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Marty Gamblin honored with Country Music Trail Marker

Thursday, September 26 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Mississippi Country Music Trail made its return to Philadelphia with a special dedication and marker for country music legend Marty Gamblin.Dozens of folks gathered for the ceremony and unveiling of the marker at Gamblin's alma mater, Philadelphia High School, where a series... Read More.

EC Warriors Fall to #5 EM Lions

Thursday, September 26 by Staff Report

The East Central Community College Warriors traveled to East Mississippi Community College to play the defending national champion and nationally ranked Lions. The Lions came away with a 24-0 victory, scoring 10 points in the opening quarter and 7 points in the second to... Read More.

Philadelphia School District reacts to “D” rating

Thursday, September 26 by Staff Report

The Philadelphia School District received a "D" rating for the 2018-2019 school year, about 50 points higher than the previous year, according to Superintendent Dr. Lisa Hull.The rating is an improvement from the previous school year, in which the district scored an "F".In a... Read More.

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Main Street Chamber of Leake County Awards Citizens for Contributions to Leake County

Thursday, September 26 by Staff Report

Attendance was outstanding for the annual banquet of the Leake County Chamber. Community business owners in Leake County, City and County officials and leaders in the community came together to celebrate the success of Leake County with a "Night Under the Stars."Michelle McCann, Main... Read More.

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Marty Gamblin to unveil County Music Trail Marker Today at Philadelphia High School

Thursday, September 26 by Staff Report

Marty Gamblin will receive his Country Music Trail Marker today. The ceremony is set for 1 pm at the Philadelphia High School Auditorium. With a career in the entertainment business over 40 years, Gamblin has represented such artists as Alan Jackson, Bryan White, Dorothy... Read More.

Mississippi man tried 6 times for murder moved to local jail

Thursday, September 26 by Staff Report

A Mississippi man tried six times for murder is back in a local jail, awaiting a possible seventh trial.Lawyer Rob McDuff says Curtis Flowers was moved Monday from the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman to the Grenada County jail.The U.S. Supreme Court overturned Flowers’... Read More.

Newton PD issues warrant in connection with shooting- VIDEO

Wednesday, September 25 by Ashleigh Fortenberry

The Newton Police Department has issued a warrant in connection to a Sept. 12 shooting.Santiago Griffin, 19, of Newton is wanted for attempted murder.Police Chief Harvey Curry said around 2:30 a.m. that day officers responded to a shots fired call at the Chevron off... Read More.

Philadelphia man dies in late-night crash

Wednesday, September 25 by Staff Report

A wreck late Monday on Highway 16 in Madison County claimed the life of a Philadelphia man.The Mississippi Highway Patrol says the 2-vehicle crash happened about 11:15 p.m.Preliminary reports indicate that a Nissan Pathfinder was traveling west when an eastbound Nissan Altima crossed the... Read More.

Philadelphia School District awarded STEM grant

Wednesday, September 25 by Staff Report

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, and Cindy Hyde-Smith, and Congressmen Bennie Thompson, and Michael Guest announced the Philadelphia School District is one of 12 Mississippi districts to be awarded a $3.75 million grant.Superintendent Dr. Lisa Hull said this grant will amplify and increase the kind... Read More.

Boswell Media Sports Football Broadcast Schedule

Wednesday, September 25 by Staff Report

Local student graduates basic training for U.S. Air Force

Tuesday, September 24 by Staff Report

U.S. Air Force Airman Justice E. Smith graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and... Read More.