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Radiothon raises over $28,000 for Make-A-Wish Mississippi
The Boswell Media Radiothon raised $28,558 for Make-A-Wish Mississippi. All of the money will go to granting wishes for critically ill children in Central Mississippi.
Repeat Offender, Kevin Dueitt, Arrested for Shooting a Man in the Face
Kevin Dueitt is in custody after Hinds County deputies say he shot someone Monday afternoon on Airport Rd. in Raymond.According to WLBT, Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said Kevin Dueitt, 44, is in custody after shooting Lee Casterberry, 45, in the face. Casterberry... Read More.
Polaris UTV stolen from Neshoba County recovered in Attala County
A Polaris UTV reported stolen in Neshoba County over the weekend has been recovered in Atala County.
According to a release from the Neshoba County Sheriff's Office, the vehicle was reported stolen Sunday, Oct. 6 from a home on Road 763.
The owner reported that... Read More.
Leake Academy’s Wilcox nominated for Player of the Week
Leake Academy quarterback George Wilcox has been named an "Athlete of the Week" by The Clarion Ledger.
Wilcox earned the honor for his performance in the Rebels' 55-21 win over Pillow Academy from Friday, Oct. 4.
In that game, Wilcox passed for 358 yards and five... Read More.
MDOT reminds public: Stay prepared for severe weather
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is joining other state agencies in recognizing Oct. 7-12, 2024, as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week.Severe weather watches and warnings are ineffective if the public does not receive the message or does not know the safety... Read More.
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith Praises Leake County Growth During Carthage Visit
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith recently visited Carthage, attending a luncheon at Chipley’s Squareview Inn & Venue. During her visit, she toured several local businesses and expressed her admiration for the area's growth and development. Hyde-Smith highlighted Leake County’s economic progress, noting its positive impact... Read More.
Two Philly Residents Await Sentencing in Counterfeiting Case
A man and woman from Philadelphia are among three people facing up to 20 years in federal prison after being caught with counterfeit money on the Choctaw Indian Reservation. Christopher Nolan, 39, and Astra High, 43, have admitted to the crime along with Bailey... Read More.
