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CHOCTAW, Miss. – (March 9, 2026) It is with profound sadness that the Tribe announces the passing of current Bogue Homa Councilwoman Berdie M. Steve on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Councilwoman Steve passed away at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, Mississippi surrounded... Read More.
While this part of central Mississippi escaped the worst of last night’s weather, gusty winds which have been blowing in the wake of a cold front have left thousands of local people without power. The website ‘poweroutage.us’ is reporting more than 700 outages in... Read More.
Has Mississippi’s flu season peaked for the last time? Maybe. One thing’s for sure, flu cases, at least for now, continue their downward trend, dropping significantly for the second week in a row. The Health Department's latest numbers, for the week ending February 28th,... Read More.
Another nickel for a gallon of gas. That’s how much the average price at the pumps has gone up in the last 24 hours. AAA says the statewide average is now $3.16, the highest since October of 2023. The auto club says prices have... Read More.
Leading the way were a pair of standout siblings. Samuel Prince was named the MAIS Class AAA Boys’ Basketball Player of the Year, while Sarah Prince earned Class AAA Girls’ Basketball Player of the Year, giving Leake Academy a rare sweep of the top... Read More.
Easy wins for three members of Mississippi’s congressional delegation in Tuesday's primaries. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith got about 81 per cent of the vote in defeating her Republican challenger, Sarah Adlakha. She’ll face Democrat Scott Colom in November. Colom won his party’s nomination beating two... Read More.
Gas prices continue to climb in Mississippi. AAA says the average price statewide is up 7 cents this morning, now at $3.115. We're paying 57-cents more for gas after 12 straight days of rising prices.
The Leake County Sheriff's Office's annual TRIAD/Senior Citizens Day is set for Thursday, March 12 at Leake Central Elementary School. Doors open at 9 a.m.
The event is for the senior adults of Leake County and the surrounding area. There will be a meal provided,... Read More.
Mississippi’s junior senator in Washington faces a challenge in one of the federal primary elections on the ballot today. Cindy Hyde-Smith has served in the Senate since 2018 and is running against a doctor, Sarah Adlakha, in the Republican primary. Three Democrats are seeking... Read More.
The price of gas in Mississippi is edging higher. AAA reports that the average price statewide is up another four cents this morning, now at $3.04. That’s the most we’ve paid since May of 2024.
A well-known artist from Kosciusko is being recognized in a national publication.
The New York Times recently highlighted the work of self-taught folk artist L.V. Hull in a feature about her colorful and unconventional creations.
Hull became known for transforming everyday items — including hats,... Read More.
The Leake Central High School boys powerlifting team finished fourth overall at the South State meet, with several lifters earning spots in the upcoming state championship.
Two Leake Central lifters captured South State titles in their respective weight classes. Isiah Tate won the 220-pound weight... Read More.
A community blood drive honoring the memory of Ruby Kate “Katie” McNeal will be held Saturday, March 14, in Kosciusko.
The drive will take place from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Attala County Co-op, 447 Highway 12 East, and is being organized with... Read More.
For the first time since July 2024, the average price for gas in Mississippi has risen above $3 a gallon. AAA says pump prices statewide have jumped more than 45 cents since last Monday, now averaging $3.005. The auto club says the only states... Read More.
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A grass fire was reported Friday evening in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Fire Dept. was sent to Pecan Ave., acorss from Vowells Market at 8 p.m. foir a grass fire near a house.
The fire was put out in short order and all fire trucks cleared... Read More.
CARTHAGE, Miss.--Several trees were reported downed as storms passed through Leake County Saturday afternoon.
One was reported on Eutaw Rd. Another was reported across the road on Mars Hill Rd. Those were just after 4:30. People were able to pull the tree on Mars Hill... Read More.
