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Leake First Responders Kept Busy Monday
Leake County emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle wreck on Hwy 16 E near Lobutcha just after 3 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10. One lane was temporarily blocked, but no injuries were reported.
Later, officers & deputies were asked to investigate smoke that was spotted... Read More.
Drowning Sunday in Leake County
Leake County authorities have confirmed the drowning of 43-year-old John Daniel Fanning on Sunday afternoon.
The incident occurred in a pond behind a residence on Reformation Road.
Despite efforts by a family member and first responders, Fanning could not be revived.
According to Leake County Coroner Earl... Read More.
Leake Central names new head football coach
Leake Central High School has hired Patrick Garvin as its new head football coach.
The school made the announcement Sunday morning in a Facebook post.
Garvin has a 24-year coaching career coaching at the collegiate and high school level, with his most recent stop being Louisville... Read More.
Brackets set for Leake Academy State Tournament games
The stage is set for the Leake Academy girls and boys basketball teams 5A State Tournament games.
The teams will both play in the tournament beginning Tuesday, Feb. 11 at Pillow Academy in Greenwood.
Starting off the tournament for Leake will be the girls team. Coach... Read More.
Leake Co. Man Arrested on Charge of Abuse of 911
LEAKE COUNTY, Miss.--About 10:15 Friday night Leake County dispatchers sent deputies to Wiggins Loop Rd. after a man called 911 multiple times with no emergency.
Deputies said the man had been known for doing that and had a warrant out for his arrest on a... Read More.
Leake Academy Teams Finish Play in North 5A Tournament
The Leake Academy varsity basketball teams completed play today in the North 5A Tournament taking place at East Rankin Academy. The Lady Rebels played in the Championship game meeting the home team East Rankin Academy Lady Patriots. The Lady Rebels fall short to the... Read More.
