Minute with the Mayor – March 19, 2025
This week on Minute with the Mayor: Kosciusko Mayor Tim Kyle recaps topics from this week's meeting of the city Board of Aldermen.
Local
NWS: Area Twisters Hit 125-130 MPH
We’re learning more about a couple of the tornadoes that went through this part of Mississippi last weekend. Even though the National Weather Service hasn’t finished its report, it says the EF-2 storm that... Read More.
Windy Today, Storms Possible Too
Much of the local area could see some isolated severe storms later today. The National Weather Service has put Neshoba County, most of Leake County and eastern Attala County under a Level-1 “marginal” risk... Read More.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests in Attala County
The Attala County Sheriff's Office reports that approximately five grams of methamphetamine was recovered during a traffic stop on Monday, March 17.
Deputies Lucas Smith and Braxton Goza conducted the stop, which led to the... Read More.
Multiple Disturbances and Minor Crashes Monday in Attala
Local law enforcement responded to several incidents throughout the day on Monday, including multiple disturbances and minor crashes.
Just before 9 a.m., Kosciusko Police were called to Cannonade Apartments after reports of a group of... Read More.
2025 Kosciusko Beauty & Beau Pageant planned for April 5
The 2025 Kosciusko School District Beauty & Beau Pageant will be held Saturday, April 5 at the Skipworth Performing Arts Center.
The pageant is open to students in grades 3K -12.
All registration forms and entry... Read More.
Kosciusko Police Officers Show Appreciation for Chief Greg Collins
Officers of the Kosciusko Police Department recently honored Chief Greg Collins with a card and gift, recognizing his dedication and leadership.
KPD officers say the gesture was a token of appreciation for his commitment to... Read More.
Downed Tree Brings Live Wire With It
McCOOL, Miss.--There was no fire reported, but when a tree came down in McCool Saturday during storms, it brought a live wire with it.
That was reported at 4:20 p.m. on Smyth St.
A volunteer firefighter... Read More.
Photos: Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech students earn CPR Certification at Baptist-Attala
Students from the Kosciusko-Attala CTC Educator Preparation (Ed Prep) I and Health Science I programs recently achieved a significant milestone by earning their CPR certification at Baptist-Attala. This accomplishment highlights their dedication to acquiring... Read More.
Video/Photos: Kosciusko baseball player throws first pitch at SEC game
A Kosciusko Whippets baseball player took to the mound this weekend to throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
Whippet senior Bailey Powers threw the first pitch prior to the March 15 game between Arkansas and... Read More.
