Neshoba
Philadelphia Reporting Multiple Disturbances
4:44 a.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to a call reporting a disturbance on West Hills Drive.5:07 a.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to another call from the same West Hills Drive residence reporting another disturbance.7:35 a.m. – Philadelphia Police received a call about a disturbance... Read More.
The 2021-2022 Choctaw Indian Princess Has Been Selected
The 2021-2022 Choctaw Indian Princess has been selected. Her name is Princess Shemah Ladania Crosby. First alternate is Charlita Pauline Leila Gibson and second alternate is Jaeden Ariana Wesley. Congratulations to everyone.photo courtesy of Choctaw Indian Fair
Donations Still Being Accepted for Philadelphia Police Department Inaugural Back-To-School Bash
Donations are still being accepted for the inaugural Back-To-School Bash being sponsored by the Philadelphia Police Department. The initiative will help students and teachers from Philadelphia, Neshoba, and Choctaw Central to receive school supplies for the upcoming school year. Items requested include pencils, folders,... Read More.
Beacon Street the Scene of two MVA’s
6:25 a.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to a call reporting a vehicle break-in in the parking lot of Best Western on Highway 15 West.7:50 a.m. – Philadelphia Police received a call from a local business on East Main Street reporting a suspicious person causing... Read More.
The 71st Annual Choctaw Indian Fair Opens Today
Today marks the official opening of the 71st Annual Choctaw Indian Fair. Included are the opening ceremonies this evening, the Choctaw Indian Princess Pageant and World Series Stickball. There will be Choctaw traditional vendors and food vendors throughout. Gates open at 11am. For a... Read More.
Congratulations – 37 Students Receive High School Equivalency Diplomas from ECCC Including Many From Our Area
Thirty-seven students received their High School Equivalency diplomas during the recent graduation ceremony at East Central Community College in Decatur. Many of those students are from our area. Congratulations to all of you. Graduates included (first row, from left) Hannah Eubanks of Standing Pine,... Read More.
Tonight’s Choctaw Indian Fair Family Night Schedule
Choctaw Indian Fair for Family Night on Tuesday, July 13, 2021.No entry fee, discounted ride bands ($15), additional activities, and World Series Stickball games.1:00 p.m. Inter-Tribal Dancing DANCE GROUNDS
5:00 p.m. Midway Opens
6:00 p.m. Gospel Singing Night AYIPA VILLAGE
6:00 p.m. Pushmataha Division: Game 5: Tiak... Read More.
Covid On The Rise Again
Covid is on the rise again. The Mississippi Department of Health has reported 796 new cases of Covid-19 statewide as of late yesterday which included weekend numbers. For those interested in getting tested or vaccinated, there are currently no pop-up sites in our area.... Read More.
Neshoba Reporting Many Disturbances
12:09 a.m. – Philadelphia Police were dispatched to a call reporting a disturbance on Hays Street.12:45 a.m. – Philadelphia Police responded to a call from Taco Bell employees about a disturbance.6:56 a.m. – Philadelphia Police received a call about an accident involving two vehicles... Read More.
Gilbert Barham benefit set for Saturday, July 17
A benefit for Gilbert Barham, long time Boswell Media Sports radio commentator for Leake Academy football, is set for this weekend.The event will be held at the Leake Academy cafeteria from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.Chicken plates will be sold for $10.A silent auction will... Read More.
The 71st Annual Choctaw Indian Fair is Almost Here
The 71st Annual Choctaw Indian Fair officially starts July 14th with some preliminary events already underway. Below is a schedule and partial list. For complete information go to Choctaw Indian FairWHEN: Wednesday, July 14th - Saturday, July 17, 2021 Tuesday, July 13 - “Family... Read More.
