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A Major House Fire, EMS assistance and a Stolen Tip Jar in Attala.
Thursday 1/26/23
Just after 6:00 a.m. Attala Central Fire Dept, Sallis Volunteers, and Attala County Deputies were dispatched to a house fire in the McAdams area on Hwy 12 West near Sudduth Rd. The home was completely engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived on the scene. One person was taken by private vehicle to... Read More.
Photos: PDS students visit state Capitol
Presbyterian Day School 6th graders recently visited the Mississippi State Capitol.
Speaker Pro Tempore Jason White explained to the students how bills are presented in the house of representatives.
Students also met with Kosciusko native Sara Bailey Jones who is a law student at Mississippi College.
COVID Death Reported in Attala County
The death of another Attala County resident is being blamed on COVID-19. The State Health Department says it's identified 25 COVID deaths after reviewing death certificates dating back to April and as recently as this month. It doesn't say when the Attala County death occurred. Since the pandemic began, MSDH has reported 124 COVID... Read More.
List: Qualified candidates for 2023 Attala County elected offices
A list of candidates that have qualified to run for an Attala County office in the 2023 election...
SPRA Rodeo Finals Return to Neshoba County Coliseum today
The Southeastern Professional Rodeo Association's Finals come back to the Neshoba County Coliseum this Friday and Saturday, Jan. 27-28. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. each evening.
The top 15 athletes in each event will be competing for the largest cash purses of the year, saddles, and buckles in... Read More.
Domestic violence, trespassing, and other recent arrests
On 1-25-2023, Johntavis Rimmer, a 20 year old b/m from Salli was arrested for Disturbing the Peace on North Natchez Street by Lt. Casey Pounders.
On 1-25-2023, Arictavise Hill, a 23 year old b/m from Kosciusko, was arrested for Public Drunk and Disobeying a Police Officer... Read More.
List: Qualified candidates for 2023 State elected offices
A list of candidates that have qualified to run for State of Mississippi offices in the 2023 election…
Medical Marijuana Sales Begin in MS
Three dispensaries have become the first in Mississippi to legally sell medical marijuana. They opened for business Wednesday in Brookhaven and Oxford. And the Mississippi Medical Marijuana Association says more dispensaries will have products for sale soon. The Department of Revenue has licensed 163 dispensaries in 32 counties.
Pain at the Gas Pumps With No Relief in Sight
It’s costing you an extra 28-cents a gallon—or more-- to fill up your car compared to two weeks ago. That’s how much the average price for gas has risen across Mississippi. AAA says we’re now back near the price we were paying in mid-November with the statewide average at $3.16. In Neshoba County, prices... Read More.
Central Mississippi’s 75-mile long yard sale “Picking 35” set for April 1
"Picking 35" is coming back to Kosciusko and surrounding communities.
Central Mississippi’s 75-mile yard sale is set for Saturday April 1, 2023 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Yard sales will be set up on Hwy 35 from Vaiden to Walnut Grove and all points in between.
Applications are available now at the Kosciusko-Attala Partnership office.
For more... Read More.
Alarms, Disturbances and Livestock in the Road in Attala
Wednesday 1/25/23
1:50 a.m. - Attala Deputies were sent to an accident between a vehicle and a deer on Hwy 19 S.
2:31 a.m. - Attala Deputies responded to a residential alarm on Attala Road 2026.
7:59 a.m. - Attala Deputies checked the report of a tree down across a lane of Hwy 35 S.
8:14 a.m. -... Read More.
FOUND SAFE: Silver Alert Issued for Louisville Teen
**UPDATE**
18-year-old William Henry Harrell of Louisville was found safe Tuesday, January 24th. It was reported that he took shelter in a deer stand overnight.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for 18-year-old William Henry Harrell of Louisville.
He is described as a white male, five... Read More.
Egg Bowl Trophy coming to Kosciusko
The Egg Bowl Trophy is coming to Kosciusko.
The trophy will be on display Thursday, Feb. 2 at The Guitar Academy beginning at 6:00 pm during The Bulldog Family Celebration hosted by the Attala County Chapter of the Mississippi State Alumni Association.
Also appearing at the event will be Attala County native Bracky Brett, Mississippi State... Read More.
Alarms, Shoplifting and an Accident in Attala
Tuesday 1/24/23
1:54 a.m. - Attala Deputies checked on a possible Breaking and Entering at a residence on Hwy 35 N.
4:04 a.m. - Attala Deputies were sent to the intersection of Hwy 12 and Attala Rd 4153 for a disabled motorist.
6:33 a.m. - Kosciusko Police responded to a motion alarm at a business on Veteran's... Read More.
Medical Marijuana Cards Activated As Dispensaries Prepare to Open
With dispensaries across Mississippi getting ready to start selling medical marijuana, people who've been approved to buy it will be ready. The Mississippi Cannabis Patients Alliance says the Department of Health has activated the ID cards that patients will use. About 1,850 patients have received ID cards. MCPA expects the dispensaries to open one-by-one... Read More.
Help KPD Identify These Shoplifters
Kosciusko Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying these individuals who shoplifted from Kosciusko Walmart.
The shoplifting happened on Thursday, January 19th, and Friday, January 20th.
If you recognize these individuals or this vehicle, call Kosciusko Police Department at 662-289-3131 or Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8411). You can also easily... Read More.
Photo Gallery: C-Spire Kosciusko celebrates grand opening of new location
C-Spire in Kosciusko held the Grand Opening of its new location Tuesday.
Summer league softball registration set for Feb. 4
Registration for Kosciusko city league softball will be held Saturday, Feb. 4.
This date is just for registration and not try-outs.
Times for registration will be from 9:00 am - noon at the Hugh Ellard Park office.
The cost is $65 for one child, $65 for the 2nd child, and $165 for three or more.
For more information,... Read More.
