Stories tagged with: philadelphia
Car Hits Convenience Store in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A car hit a convenience store in Philadelphia Friday afternoon.
The call for Philadelphia Police to respond to the Shell at Main Street and Bounds came in just after 5:15 p.m.
It was unclear how the car ended up running into the building, but the... Read More.
20-Year-Old in Stable Condition After Accidental Shooting in Philadelphia
On Monday, August 18, 2025, at around 8:30 p.m., Philadelphia Police responded to the 200 block of Lewis Ave. where a man had reportedly been shot.
Officers arrived to find a 20-year-old Carthage man suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower leg. Aid was... Read More.
Vehicle Burns in Philadelphia Yard
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A car fire was reported in Philadelphia early Saturday morning.
The fire was reported to dispatch by police at Columbus and Richardson just before 2 a.m.
The car was in the driveway of the residence, near the street.
It was unclear if anyone was hurt.
Street in downtown Philadelphia closed for construction at Ellis Theater
A street in downtown Philadelphia is closed due to ongoing construction is underway at the historic Ellis Theater.
Range Avenue will be closed during as work begins on Phase II of Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music – the Exhibit Hall.
During this period, traffic heading... Read More.
Accidental Shooting Reported in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A man told a 911 dispatcher in Philadelphia Saturday that he shot himself accidentally.
The call came in just before 11 a.m. The shooting was on Christine St.
The man said he shot himself with his .45 caliber pistol and flung it into the woods... Read More.
Drug Sweep Leads to 11 Arrests in Philadelphia, MS; Warrants Issued for 6 More
On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, the Philadelphia Police Department launched a coordinated operation at daybreak to serve arrest warrants following a yearlong investigation into drug trafficking. The operation targeted individuals involved in the sale and possession of controlled substances.
Assisting in the roundup were the... Read More.
“Jarquez Hunter Day” to be celebrated in Philadelphia Saturday, June 28
This Saturday, June 28, the city of Philadelphia will honor one of its own with “Jarquez Hunter Day” at The Ellis Theater at Marty Stuart's Congress of Country Music, celebrating the remarkable journey of former Neshoba Central High School star and current Los Angeles... Read More.
Jim Fulton Elected Mayor of Philadelphia, MS
Republican candidate, Jim Fulton, is Philadelphia's next mayor according to unofficial results. The initial count has Fulton leading Leroy Clemons by 54 votes. The vote count for that race as well as Alderman races is below. Races for Alderman Ward 2 and Ward 4... Read More.
Municipal Election Today in Philadelphia, MS
Voters in Philadelphia will vote today, June 3, 2025, in the municipal election. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The mayoral race features Republican Jim Fulton against Democrat Leroy Clemons, who secured his party's nomination after defeating incumbent Mayor James Young in... Read More.
Honda Accord Stolen in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A 2017 white Honda Accord was stolen in Philadelphia Saturday.
According to a BOLO message, or Be On the Lookout, which was dispatched to all area law enforcement Saturday evening, the theft occurred at the Philly Popeyes about 3:40 p.m.
The driver of the car... Read More.
