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Former Carthage basketball coach announced to MS Association of Coahes Hall of Fame

Tuesday, June 4 by Staff Report

A former coach for the Carthage High School girls basketball team is going into the Mississippi Association of Coaches Hall of Fame. Mike Chambliss was announced Tuesday as one of six inductees into the organization's Hall of Fame Class of 2024. A native of Jackson, Chambliss... Read More.

Three Injured in Early Sunday Morning Shooting in Carthage

Monday, June 3 by Ashlee Davis

Carthage Police responded to multiple calls reporting shots fired on Martin Luther King Dr. at approximately 12:45 a.m. on Sunday, June 2nd. Law enforcement arrived on scene to find three victims with gunshot wounds.Officers were told that the three were sitting in their vehicle... Read More.

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Shots Fired Wednesday in Carthage, No Injuries Reported

Thursday, May 30 by Ashlee Davis

Carthage Police responded to reports of gunfire on Williams Street shortly after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29.No injuries were reported, and no suspects were found at the scene.Witnesses mentioned seeing two women arguing and a white truck leaving the area during the incident.The... Read More.

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Shooting Saturday Night in Carthage

Sunday, May 26 by Chris Davis

CARTHAGE, Miss.--A person was shot Saturday night about 11:20 in Carthage.The 911 call came in to police dispatchers as a shots fired call at 11:22. Police searched for the source of the gunshots along Old Canton Rd after the person who called in met... Read More.

Carthage Fire Department Hiring Full-Time Certified Firefighter

Thursday, May 23 by Ashlee Davis

The Carthage Fire Department is now taking applications for a full-time Certified Firefighter.You must be 21 years of age, a resident of Leake County, and have your high school diploma or GED.You can stop by City Hall or The Carthage Fire Department to fill... Read More.

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Bridge Closed in Carthage Due to Repairs

Friday, May 10 by Ashlee Davis

According to City of Carthage Mayor, Laurie Henderson, the bridge between Wiley Drive and Jackson Ave on Old Canton Road will be closed today, May 10, due to necessary repairs.It will take approximately 3 weeks for the repairs to be completed.For any questions, please... Read More.

Carthage Fire Department Unveils New Cascade System

Thursday, April 25 by Ashlee Davis

Today, Thursday, April 25, 2024, the Carthage Fire Department proudly introduced its new cascade system.The system is a vital upgrade and will be used to fill air tanks for all Leake County fire departments.Chief Lonzo Jones explained how the new cascade system works and... Read More.

Carthage man pleads guilty to drug and firearm charges

Thursday, April 25 by Staff Report

Jackson, MS – A Carthage man pled guilty to possession of 13 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, and possession of a firearm during a drug trafficking crime. According to court documents, in September 2023, Roby Lee Jackson, Jr., 31, possessed with intent to... Read More.

Heavy Rain, Drain Blockage Cause Flooding, Wrecks in Carthage

Sunday, April 21 by Chris Davis

CARTHAGE, Miss.--When the rain started come down at its heaviest about 3 p.m., Carthage Police reported flooding on Pearl St. One officer stayed there with his blue lights on to keep people from driving into the flood waters.It was later discovered that a drain... Read More.

MDOT Loses Log Near Main Intersection in Carthage

Tuesday, April 16 by Ashlee Davis

A log was apparently lost by an MDOT vehicle on Hwy 35 near the intersection of Hwy 16 in Carthage around 1 p.m. today, April 16, 2024. The log was said to be over 10 feet long and blocking a lane of traffic. Carthage... Read More.

Man Hits Horse West of Carthage, Second Wreck Happens Right After

Sunday, April 14 by Chris Davis

CARTHAGE, Miss.--A man\s truck hit a horse early Saturday morning west of Carthage.The 911 call came in just after midnight. The horse was hit on Hwy. 16 west, near the intersection with Hwy. 25. The man reported that he was not hurt, but his... Read More.

Carthage Welcomes The Pink Tumbleweed and Small Town Rental

Friday, April 12 by Ashlee Davis

Carthage celebrated the grand opening of two new stores today, The Pink Tumbleweed and Small Town Rental, located side by side at 1021 Hwy 16 E. Owned by Blair and Stephanie Purvis, both stores aim to serve the community's diverse needs.The Pink Tumbleweed, a... Read More.