Neshoba
Central Electric’s Power Restoration Complete
As Hurricane Francine passed through our service area, Central Electric Power Association
(CEPA) had over 5,300 members without power due to strong winds and heavy rain.
Restoration efforts began as CEPA promptly mobilized their field operations staff.As of 8:00 p.m. on September 12th, all members that... Read More.
Photo Gallery: Neshoba County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Raises $15,000 at Inaugural Cornhole and Kickball Tournament
The Neshoba County Deputy Sheriff's Association hosted its first-ever Cornhole and Kickball Tournament, drawing around 500 attendees and raising approximately $15,000.The event featured live music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more for the community to enjoy.In the Kickball Tournament, Team "Strictly Business" claimed 1st... Read More.
Audio – Southgroup Cox Coaches Show – September 12
On this week's edition of the Southgroup Cox Coaches Show: Leake Academy Head Football Coach Brian Pickens discusses the win over Bayou Academy and previews the upcoming matchup with Union.
Central Electric Prepares for Hurricane Francine
As Hurricane Francine approaches, Central Electric Power Association has activated its
emergency response plan and is taking necessary steps to ensure we are prepared for
potential impacts. Our team is fully ready to respond to any outages once it is safe to do so.
Restoration efforts will... Read More.
Closings and delays due to Hurricane Francine
This is a list of area schools, businesses and services that be will be closed or delayed due inclement weather from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Francine:Thursday, September 12Leake County School District - Will be closed on Thursday, September 12, 2024. All after-school activities, athletic events,... Read More.
Kicks Picks Week 3 Winner Announced
This week, several entrants tied for the top. After using our tie-breaker, the winner for week 3 is Jordan Sanders of Philadelphia.You too could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks each week by 6 p.m. on Friday. Click here... Read More.
A Wild Tuesday in Neshoba County
On Tuesday, September 10, a series of incidents were reported across Neshoba County.A resident on County Road 505 alleged that a FedEx driver threw their package. When the resident's wife confronted the driver, she claimed his truck smelled like marijuana.Another report came from a... Read More.
East Central CC cancels classes for Thursday due to weather
Due to the enhanced threat of severe weather from Hurricane Francine, including the possibility of damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding, all East Central Community College classes will switch to virtual learning and all offices will close on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Campus will... Read More.
Hardy concert in Starkville pushed back a day due to Hurricane
Country music superstar Hardy has announced that his scheduled concert Thursday, Sept. 12 at Mississippi State Baseball's Dudy Noble Field is being delayed to Friday, Sept. 13 due to Hurricane Irene.
The Nehsoba County native made the announcement Tuesday afternoon across his social media platforms.
"The... Read More.
Arrest Made in Infant Death Case Involving Methamphetamine
Philadelphia Police Chief Eric Lyons announced that Alexis Terrell (31) and Robert Hunter (41) (photo unavailable), both of Newton County, have been charged with manslaughter following the death of their infant in July.On July 8, 2024, officers and EMS responded to a residence on... Read More.
