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Neshoba County native to be inducted into the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall Of Fame
Neshoba County native, and former Mississippi State softball player, Aspen Wesley will be inducted into the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame this summer.
That ceremony is planned for Saturday, June 7 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
A graduate of Neshoba Central High School, Wesley was... Read More.
Flu Cases Continue to Taper Off
More indications that the worst part of flu season in Mississippi may be over. The State Health Department, in its latest update, said the statewide flu rate has dropped to 5.3 per cent, the second week in a row that we've seen a substantial... Read More.
High-Speed Chase Through Leake County Tuesday Night
Late Tuesday night, Leake County deputies began pursuing a black 2016 Toyota Corolla on Hwy 35 North near Hickory Rd. The chase began around 11:30 p.m., with the vehicle traveling southbound toward Carthage at speeds exceeding 120 mph.
The driver reportedly turned into the Tyson... Read More.
Public Power Team Working to Keep Consumers Warm
Cold temperatures across the area are placing additional demands on the power system, and Central Electric Power Association team members are working hard to ensure you remain safe and cool.
Until the temperature moderates, residents can help reduce their future power bills – and help... Read More.
Pearl River Man sentenced for possession with Intent to distribute methamphetamine on the Choctaw Indian Reservation
Jackson, Miss. – A Pearl River man was sentenced to 2 years in prison for possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.
In January 2024, Bill Clemons, Jr., 37, was indicted by a federal... Read More.
Fraud Suspect Caught After Visiting Local Auction
A Louisiana man accused of using fraudulent checks to buy livestock and agricultural equipment in six states is facing charges in Mississippi after being spotted at an auction in Carthage. The Mississippi Agriculture and Livestock Theft Bureau had gotten a tip that Johnny Payne... Read More.
Closings and delays due to winter weather
This is a list of area schools, businesses and services that be will be closed or delayed Tuesday, Jan. 21 due winter weather.
Leake Academy - Closed
Leake County School District - Closed
Neshoba County Schools - Closed - All after school... Read More.
Thompson Reacts to Last-Minute Pardon by Biden
WASHINGTON--Congressman Bennie Thompson, who represents the Delta, along with Attala and Leake counties, in Washington, received a pardon for his work on the Jan. 6 Committee, Monday from former Pres. Joe Biden., as Biden was preparing to depart the White House and hand the... Read More.
