Leake
Former Leake County Sheriff Joe Mack Thaggard Dies
CARTHAGE, Miss.--Former Leake County Sheriff Joe Mack Thaggard has died, said current Sheriff Randy Atkinson, Thursday.
Thaggard was sheriff from 1972 to 1985.
In a Facebook post Thursday, Atkinson commended Thaggard's professionalism, saying he built trust... Read More.
Pearl River Resort to offer complimentary meals to veterans and active duty military on Veterans Day
CHOCTAW, MS – In honor of their service and sacrifice, veterans and active duty military personnel can enjoy a free meal at Pearl River Resort on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11.
The complimentary meal is... Read More.
Mississippi Forestry Commission Issues High Wildfire Risk Warning for Monday
JACKSON, Miss. — The Mississippi Forestry Commission has declared a high risk for wildfires across the state on Monday, November 10, 2025, urging all residents to voluntarily halt all outdoor burning activities.
In a social... Read More.
Food drives planned in Leake and Neshoba Counties for November 15
In a proactive effort to aid families affected by the ongoing government shutdown's impact on SNAP benefits, local community leaders have announced a couple of food drives for for Nov. 15 in Leake and... Read More.
Blood drives planned in Neshoba and Attala Counties later this month
JACKSON, Miss. –Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) is launching a statewide push for blood donations this November, emphasizing the critical need to maintain supplies for emergency care, surgeries, cancer treatments, and ongoing medical needs.
As the... Read More.
Kicks Picks – Make Your Selections Here
***FINAL WEEK*** This is the final week for Kicks Picks Season 22!
Boswell Media Sports’ weekly football pick’em “Kicks Picks” is back for its 22nd season on Breezynews.com and Kicks96news.com.
Make your picks each week for... Read More.
Red Cross urges a test of your smoke alarms as you TURN your clocks back this weekend
MISSISSIPPI, OCTOBER 30, 2025 — Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 2 and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks back to make sure the... Read More.
