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Gas Prices in MS Rising Quickly
Gas prices across Mississippi have jumped an average of 15 cents since Monday. Last week there were 13 counties with an average price of less than $3.00. Now there are none. AAA said the statewide average Friday morning was about $3.20. Locally, the auto club said gas was up an average of 12 cents... Read More.
Wildfire Danger This Weekend
A grass fire that threatened some buildings northwest of Kosciusko Thursday is the kind of thing that could be happening a lot this weekend if people aren't careful. Most of Attala County is now under a Level 1 "limited" threat of wildfires through Sunday. The National Weather Service says a dry cold front will... Read More.
Holmes Bulldogs Fall to Itawamba Indians
The Holmes Bulldogs, 3-2 on the season, traveled to Fulton and played the Itawamba Indians in Thursday night's juco football action. The Bulldogs scored a field goal in the first quarter, and a touchdown in the second. The Indians then came back scoring and finished the first half leading 14-10.
Continuing their run, the Indians... Read More.
Grass Fire on Hwy 19 Near Possumneck Threatens Building and Gas Tanks
On Thursday at 4:11pm, Central Fire and Carmack Fire were dispatched to Hwy 19 for a grass fire that was threatening structures and fuel tanks. Forestry was notified. Holmes SO was also notified. The fire was declared contained at 5:04pm.
Shoplifter Pursued on Foot From Store
At 10am Thursday morning, a caller requested assistance from KPD, saying that they were pursuing a shoplifter on foot from Auto Zone, down Fairground Street, towards Jason Niles Park.
At 12:32pm, an officer was requested to Sunflower for a report of a person harassing customers at the registers. Upon arrival, officer found that a manager... Read More.
Coffee with a Cop at McDonald’s – Photo Gallery
Coffee with a Cop took place at McDonald’s Wednesday morning.
Members of the community stopped in for a free cup of coffee and a chat with Carthage Police Officers.
Mayor Mary Ann Vivians was also among those in attendance.
Chief of Police, Billy McMillan even served some of the customers.
Cruisin’ For a Wish schedule of events
The entire month of October, Boswell Media and the Make A Wish Foundation will once again be “Cruisin for a Wish.”
Throughout the month, the official “Cruisin for a Wish” vehicle will travel to local businesses in Attala, Leake, Neshoba, and Winston counties to raise money to help grant wishes for kids in each county.
The... Read More.
Servpro Coaches Show – October 6, 2022
Before the Whippets take the field Friday night, you can hear a preview of the game during the Servpro Coaches Show.
This week, Kosciusko Whippet head football coach Casey Orr recaps the Homecoming win against Choctaw Central and previews the game against West Lauderdale
The Servpro Coaches Show airs on... Read More.
Why Didn’t the State Fair Open on Wednesday Night This Year?
Traditionally, the State Fair in Jackson has opened on a Wednesday night. But not this year. They’ve decided that a Thursday morning opening is a better idea. Fair Commission Director Michael Lasseter says they never got any big crowds on Wednesday night. And he says the midway company always felt rushed in setting up... Read More.
MS Guard Wraps Up Hurricane Mission in Florida
Some airmen from the Mississippi National Guard who helped restore emergency communications after Hurricane Ian in Florida are back home in Gulfport now. And today some more Guard personnel who flew helicopter missions in the storm-stricken state will returning to Mississippi. Bravo Company, 1st Battalion of the 111th Aviation Regiment from Meridian sent two... Read More.
Disturbances and Trespassing in Attala Today
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
6:31 a.m. – Kosciusko Police responded to complaints from a residence on Smythe Street reporting a disturbance in progress there.
9:20 a.m. - Attala Deputies were called to a residence on Attala Rd 5216, in the area of New Hope, regarding trespassing.
3:11 p.m. - Officers were requested to go to Sunflower... Read More.
Church Bulletin
Abraham Chapel Church will celebrate their Pastor/Wife 25th Anniversary during the 11 am worship service on October 9th.
Marble Rock MB Church will celebrate the church's 127th anniversary on Sunday, October 9. Rev. Dr. Milton Coffee and the church family invites everyone to join the celebration with regular church services at 9 am... Read More.
Audio: Minute with the Mayor – October 5, 2022
This week on Minute with the Mayor: Kosciusko Mayor Tim Kyle discusses updating the city's online security and the changeover of the E-911 dispatch to Attala County.
Renasant Insurance Coaches Show – October 4, 2022
Catch up on Holmes Football each week with the Renansant Insurance Coaches Show featuring HCC Head Coach Marcus Wood.
The show will air on Breezy 101 Wednesday mornings at 7:30 during The BreckFast Show.
You can also listen to the show on-demand at BreezyNews.com.
This week: Coach Wood recaps... Read More.
Audio: Talking Holmes CC Homecoming on The BreckFast Show
Katherine Ellard, Holmes Community College Coordinator of Alumni Affairs, visited The BreckFast Show Wednesday morning to preview all of the events happening at the school's Homecoming on Thursday, Oct. 27.
Biggest Gas Price Jump Since June in MS
Gas is getting more expensive in Mississippi. AAA says the average price statewide is up more than three cents since Tuesday, now at $3.09. It's the biggest one-day increase since the spring price spike ended in June. And the auto club says there are only six counties where gas is still averaging less than... Read More.
Kosciusko Lions Club selling chicken plates
The Kosciusko Lions Club will be selling chicken plates this October.
Pickup will be Friday, Oct. 28 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Renasant Bank parking lot downtown.
The plates are $12 and include chicken, slaw, beans, and bread.
See any Lions Club member to purchase tickets.
Multiple Fires, Disturbances, and More in Attala
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
6:11 a.m. – Attala County Fire Department responded to a report of a fire on Hwy 12 West near the country club. No fire was located.
6:25 a.m. – Attala Deputies and MS Hwy Patrol were dispatched to Hwy 35 South near King Rd when a caller stated that they struck... Read More.
