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COVID Death Toll in MS Passes 13K

Friday, November 11 by Randy Bell

The latest COVID deaths in Mississippi have pushed the total since the pandemic began past 13,000. In its latest update, the State Health Department reported 13 more deaths, some dating back to mid-October. Locally, Neshoba County has seen 246 deaths blamed on the virus,... Read More.

Longtime Boswell Media Sports commentator Gilbert Barham passes away

Tuesday, March 29 by Breck Riley

Gilbert Barham, a longtime member of the Boswell Media Sports' family, passed away Tuesday.Barham served as color commentator for Boswell Media Sports Leake Academy football broadcasts for 18 seasons. Additionally, he was color commentator for East Central CC broadcasts for 13 seasons.Despite working with... Read More.

Senate Passes Tax Bill Which Includes Help With High Gas Prices

Tuesday, March 15 by Randy Bell

The Mississippi Senate has voted in favor of a tax relief bill which includes a six-month suspension of the state fuel tax to help lower gas prices. That was added to the Senate’s original proposal which reduces the state income tax, provides a tax... Read More.

Legendary rodeo clown passes away

Thursday, February 13 by Breck Riley

Lecile Harris, four-time Pro Rodeo Clown of the Year, passed away peacefully in his sleep last night, after finishing his appearance at the Dixie National Rodeo in Jackson. Lecile, a 64 year rodeo veteran, worked nearly 125 performances a year at the world’s biggest... Read More.

Mississippi House passes bill to cover gap in teacher raise

Friday, January 10 by Breck Riley

The Mississippi House has voted to pay the full cost for this year's teacher pay raise.The raise was approved during the 2019 session. But, officials later discovered a bureaucratic error in counting teachers.That error meant too little money was set aside initially.The bill that... Read More.

Possible Tornado Passes through Attala

Sunday, December 29 by Emergency Desk

A strong storm front moved through Attala County Sunday afternoon.The Civil Defense is asking the public to stay clear of highway 12 between Ethel and McCool Sunday night and into Monday until further notice.CD1 Danny Townsend contacted Breezy News with information that a possible... Read More.

Kosciusko Athletics selling football season tickets; announces new deal for adult/student passes

Wednesday, August 14 by Breck Riley

The Kosciusko High School Athletics Department is selling season tickets for the 2019 football season.Previous season (2018) ticket holders can purchase their tickets Tuesday, Aug. 13 and Wednesday, Aug 14.All remaining tickets will be sold... Read More.