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Kosciusko Boys’ Basketball Falls to Morton in Semi-Final Matchup

Tuesday, March 3 by Staff Report

The Kosciusko Whippets boys' basketball team played the Morton Panthers Tuesday in the 4A state championship semi-finals. At the end of the first quarter, Kosciusko led 8-6. At the half, Kosciusko trailed 20-14. Morton led... Read More.

Daylight Saving Time – spring forward this weekend

Monday, March 2 by Staff Report

This Sunday at 2 a.m., clocks “spring forward” one hour, ushering in more evening sunlight for the months ahead. Most modern devices — including smartphones, tablets, computers, and many smart home clocks — will update... Read More.

Photo Gallery: Leake County Celebrates Addition of Battery-Electric School Buses

Friday, February 27 by Ashlee Davis

The Leake County School District has added six new battery-electric school buses to its fleet, made possible through the EPA Clean School Bus Rebate Program. District officials say the investment marks a major step forward... Read More.

Boswell Media nominated for 20 MAB Excellence in Broadcasting Awards

Friday, February 27 by Staff Report

Boswell Media’s radio, news, sports, and digital efforts from 2025 have been recognized with multiple nominations for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters (MAB) Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. In total, Boswell Media received 20 nominations across... Read More.

MDOT Urges Mississippians to Stay Alert and Prepare for Spring Severe Weather

Thursday, February 12 by Staff Report

As parts of northern and central Mississippi recover from the recent severe winter weather, in recognition of Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is encouraging the public to not... Read More.

New Jewelry Store in Carthage

Tuesday, February 10 by Staff Report

Shelby Henderson has opened a new jewelry store in the former location of Evon's Jewelry. Shelby brings multiple years of experience to the new store. Pearl River Jewelers will offer jewelry repairs, from replacing... Read More.

Kosciusko lottery player wins $100,000 Powerball Prize

Thursday, February 5 by Staff Report

A Kosciusko lottery player is celebrating a big win after purchasing a winning Powerball ticket worth $100,000. The ticket was sold at Tobacco Warehouse 41 in Kosciusko and matched four of the five white balls... Read More.

Kosciusko Attala Partnership accepting applications for Tourism Coordinator

Tuesday, February 3 by Staff Report

The Kosciusko Attala Partnership is accepting applications for a Tourism Coordinator, a position focused on promoting Kosciusko and Attala County and supporting local events and tourism efforts. The coordinator will play a key role in... Read More.

56th annual Natchez Trace Festival set for April 24-25

Tuesday, February 3 by Staff Report

The 56th Annual Natchez Trace Festival is returning to Historic Downtown Kosciusko the last weekend in April. This year's event will be held Friday, April 24 - Saturday, April 25. The annual event features artists and... Read More.

Hazardous conditions close northern section of Natchez Trace Parkway

Sunday, February 1 by Breck Riley

Drivers are urged to avoid the Natchez Trace Parkway in Tennessee as dangerous winter conditions have forced closures along the northern portion of the route. The National Park Service says the parkway is impassable north... Read More.

Woman Found Shot to Death Inside Vehicle in Holmes County

Friday, January 30 by Staff Report

Authorities are investigating a deadly incident after a woman was found shot inside a vehicle early Friday morning. According to Bailey Martin, spokesperson for the Mississippi Highway Patrol, troopers responded to a report of a... Read More.

Boswell Media mourns the loss of Account Specialist Lisa Moore

Wednesday, January 28 by Staff Report

Boswell Media is mourning the loss of Lisa Moore, a longtime Account Specialist who died in a car wreck early Wednesday morning. Moore served Boswell Media for more than 10 years, working closely with... Read More.

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