On Friday, March 10, 2023, the Leake County Sheriff’s Office conducted a saturation of Leake County. Sheriff Randy W. Atkinson and Deputies along with assistance from MS Bureau of Investigation and the MS Attorney General's Office set up safety checkpoints throughout the county... Read More.
The Sebastopol Fire Department recently shared the following tips to prevent Christmas tree related fires.For live trees, check for freshness and avoid purchasing dry trees. For artificial trees, look for the label "Fire Resistant".
Place tree at least 3 feet away from... Read More.
Leake County Deputies along with Carthage Police conducted a safety check point on Old Canton Rd on Thursday, August 25th around 5 pm.A vehicle coming through smelled strongly of what was believed to be marijuana. The driver told officers that there wasn’t any marijuana... Read More.
WM encourages residents to review summer safety tips with their children regarding waste collection trucks now that local schools are on summer break. Safety precautions are important now more than ever when children are spending the most time outside.“WM cares about the residents and... Read More.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol has announced that they will be working together with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Louisiana State Police, to enhance safety with an intensified enforcement... Read More.
Recent crime increase in our area has brought attention to how we can work together with law enforcement to protect our community. We spoke with some members of Carthage Police Department who shared some proactive measures for staying safe. Lt. Chase Quimby said "if... Read More.
A Carthage City Community meeting is scheduled for tomorrow. According to City Hall, the meeting will include a discussion about the recent onslaught of gun violence in the community including drive-by shootings in the city limits. Steps for safety will be addressed. Also, plans... Read More.
Frigid Temps are here. With that comes the ambiance of the fireplace. The Firefighters Association has shared some safety tips for operating and maintaining a fire.Always open the damper or flute before starting a fire and keep it open until fire is completely... Read More.
Urgent public safety reminders have been announced in Carthage. Mayor Mary Ann Vivians released a public safety announcement concerning the guidelines and restrictions established and enforced this week. All businesses have curfew from 9:00 p.m- until 6:00 a.m.. All non-essential businesses are closed until... Read More.
The Healthy Walnut Grove Initiative" will host
a Health, Wellness, & Safety Resource Fair, this Thursday February 6.
The free-admission event will run from 10 am - 1 pm at the WG Baptist
Family Life Center at 104 Oak Street in Walnut Grove.There will be great information... Read More.
The Healthy Walnut Grove Initiative" will host
a Health, Wellness, & Safety Resource Fair TODAY!
The free-admission event will run from 10 am - 1 pm at the WG Baptist
Family Life Center at 104 Oak Street in Walnut Grove.There will be great information on resources available,... Read More.