2 City Employment Positions Available in Carthage

Two new city employment positions have become available in Carthage. The full time position of Carthage City Park Director is open. A list of qualifications is available at the City Clerk's Office. Applications will be received until May 31st or until the position is... Read More.
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The Litter Issue Continues In Carthage

Littering continues in Carthage. There have been continual reports of excessive trash and littering on public and private property since last summer. And there is still a fine if you are caught. According to Carthage City Clerk Penny Spears the fine is $250. And... Read More.
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Picking 35 is Today

Picking 35 is today. The event covers a 60 mile stretch on Highway 35 from Vaiden to Walnut Grove. The sale is from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information call The Main Street Chamber of Leake County at 601-267-9231, Walnut Grove Town... Read More.
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The Sound of No Running Water In Carthage

In the pre-dawn hours yesterday many residents of Carthage started their morning to the sound of no running water. By 6:30 am the Mayor's office confirmed the outage was citywide. City Water Systems Operator Dale Edgar verified that the situation was active, ongoing and... Read More.
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Farmers Market Coming to Carthage

The farmers market is coming to Carthage. The decision was reached last night by the Board of Aldermen and Carthage Mayor Vivians at a special call meeting. The market will operate under the Mayor's Health Council and is eligible for a 10k grant.The City... Read More.
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Carthage Community Meeting Coming Up

A Carthage Community meeting will be held on March 2nd. According to City Hall the meeting will be held at Lincoln Park on Tuesday. The time is 6p.m. Topics to be discussed will include upcoming plans for the park and timeline discussion for reopening. Social... Read More.
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Leake County and Carthage Municipal Offices Closed

All Leake County and Carthage Municipal offices will be closed again today due to inclement weather conditions and dangerous roads. We will keep you updated about reopening. In the meantime, everyone is encouraged to stay home.
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Pickin 35 is Coming

Pickin 35 is coming. The 60 Mile yard sale is set for April 3rd and starts at 7:00am. It runs from Vaiden, to Kosciusko, to Carthage and wraps up at Walnut Grove. More details to come.  
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