https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/en-usCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comTue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0100 Jackson is among the most challenging cities in the United States if you’re living with asthma and has some of the highest rates of asthma-related deaths, says a 2026 report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.Among the 100 largest metropolitan areas in t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/asthma-mortality-rates-in-jackson-reach-highest-level-in-three-years/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/asthma-mortality-rates-in-jackson-reach-highest-level-in-three-years/ Mississippi voters have returned more than twice as many absentee ballots as they had done at this point in the 2022 midterms.But there was no Senate race on the ballot in 2022, and the numbers remain below the last presidential race.As of Monday, circuit clerks’ offic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/over-56000-absentee-ballots-cast-so-far-in-mississippi-midterm-election/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/over-56000-absentee-ballots-cast-so-far-in-mississippi-midterm-election/ Region 5-1A is wide open, with seeding possibilities for local teams ranging from a division title down to complex tiebreakers.
For the Ethel Tigers, victory Thursday night against Sebastopol is the simplest path to glory. A win over Sebastopol coupled with a Nanih Waiya win over McAdams seals the Regi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-mcadams-face-high-stakes-playoff-race-in-regular-season-finales/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-mcadams-face-high-stakes-playoff-race-in-regular-season-finales/ Mississippi has lost thousands of public school students over the past decade, leaving fewer children enrolled in the state’s 138 school districts and less money to go around. State leaders think they’ve found a solution: School consolidation. House Speaker Jason W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rural-communities-push-back-on-school-consolidation-efforts-theyre-just-looking-at-numbers-on-the-paper/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rural-communities-push-back-on-school-consolidation-efforts-theyre-just-looking-at-numbers-on-the-paper/ School consolidation, a perennial topic in Mississippi, is poised to be a top education policy debate during the 2027 legislative session.Mississippi has 138 school districts, 15 community colleges and eight public universities. State leaders want to shrink those numbers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/8-key-questions-about-school-district-and-college-consolidation-in-mississippi/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/8-key-questions-about-school-district-and-college-consolidation-in-mississippi/ CORINTH – President Donald Trump rallied for Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi on Monday, urging his supporters not to take chances by staying home and allowing a potential midterm upset in a state he won handily.As Trump’s approval ratings have cratere]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-rallies-for-cindy-hyde-smith-in-mississippi-you-like-me/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 03:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-rallies-for-cindy-hyde-smith-in-mississippi-you-like-me/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/struggling-canton-school-loses-its-charter/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/struggling-canton-school-loses-its-charter/ Mississippi’s capital city is a finalist for a U.S. Department of Justice grant that could pump tens of millions of dollars into its police department, a surge of funding that Jackson officials have said would be used to rebuild the city’s forensic laboratory, hire m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-seeks-125-million-under-controversial-federal-policing-grant/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-seeks-125-million-under-controversial-federal-policing-grant/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-rejects-ags-bid-to-permanently-end-case-against-ex-capitol-police-officer/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-rejects-ags-bid-to-permanently-end-case-against-ex-capitol-police-officer/ An old adage in college football is that, on any given Saturday, anything can happen. Anybody can beat anybody.And that certainly holds true in the current season.Rick ClevelandHow else to explain these occurrences? On Sept. 26, Florida slaughtered Ole Miss 52-28. On Oct]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/from-the-headache-and-aspirin-department-please-explain-college-football-this-season/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/from-the-headache-and-aspirin-department-please-explain-college-football-this-season/ The senior running back earned the honor for his key role in the Bulldogs’ thrilling 26-25 victory over Noxapater.
In that game, Young carried the ball 13 times for 210 yards and two touchdowns to help propel McAdams past the Tigers.
The full list of this week’s Top Performers can be found HERE.
The post McAdams’ Young earned Player of the Week honors ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mcadams-young-earned-player-of-the-week-honors/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mcadams-young-earned-player-of-the-week-honors/  JOHN M EVANS, 50, of Sallis, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, Improper Equipment, No Insurance, Revoked or Suspended Driver’s License, KPD.  Bond $0, $400, $400, $1,000.
 MALCOM L GENTRY, 34, of Kosciusko, Possession of Marijuana, Shoplifting – 2nd, KPD.  Bond $2,300, $2,300.
 AMANDA G HUTCHINSON, 37, of Carthage, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony Obstructi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-with-child-endangerment-felony-domestic-violence-and-felony-drug-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-with-child-endangerment-felony-domestic-violence-and-felony-drug-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/ Congratulations Mr. Kemp, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
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It’s FREE! It’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-9-winner-is-sammy-kemp-of-carthage/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-9-winner-is-sammy-kemp-of-carthage/ Before the rain arr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/finally-rain-is-back-in-the-forecast/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/finally-rain-is-back-in-the-forecast/ According to an investigator with the Attala County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were responding to a disturbance at the residence when they were notified that someone had been shot.
Scanner traffic indicates that a female caller reported shooting a man who had allegedly “jumped on her”. The man was deceased when authorities arrived, and his identity has not been released.
Paulin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woman-charged-with-second-degree-murder-after-reported-domestic-disturbance/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woman-charged-with-second-degree-murder-after-reported-domestic-disturbance/ According to an investigator with the Attala County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were responding to a disturbance at th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/victim-identified-murder-in-mcadams-sunday-night/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/victim-identified-murder-in-mcadams-sunday-night/ According to an investigator with the Attala County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were responding to a disturbance at the residence when they were notified that someone had been shot.
Scanner traffic indicates that a female caller reported shooting a man who had allegedly “jumped on her”. The man was deceased when authorities arrived, and his identity has not been rel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/murder-in-mcadams-sunday-night/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/murder-in-mcadams-sunday-night/ Ethel set the tone early in the first quarter when quarterback Taylon May connected with Maddox Renfrow for a 1-yard touchdown pass. Zantavious Clark converted the two-point run to put the Tigers up 8-0.
The Tigers pushed their a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-makes-history-in-21-6-victory-over-nanih-waiya/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-makes-history-in-21-6-victory-over-nanih-waiya/ Each Halloween, hundreds of local students visit the facility to collect treats, show off their costumes, and visit with residents.
Facility staff say the beloved tradition is a highlight of the season for veterans, but community support is essential to make it possible.
Individual candy donations can be dropped off at the Veterans Home, located at 310 Aut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/martha-jo-leslie-state-veterans-home-acceptin-candy-donations-for-annual-trick-or-treat-event/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/martha-jo-leslie-state-veterans-home-acceptin-candy-donations-for-annual-trick-or-treat-event/  HALLEE LOGAN CRAPPS, 27, of Union, Disturbing the Peace, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct – Failure to Comply, NCSO.  Bond $600, $600, $600.
 TRAVIS QUINTON DUMONT, 29, of Philadelphia, Probation Violation, DUI – 1st, Careless Driving, Littering, No Insurance, Suspended Driver’s License, NCSO.  Bon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/exploitation-of-a-vulnerable-person-child-endangerment-and-felony-possession-of-stolen-property-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/exploitation-of-a-vulnerable-person-child-endangerment-and-felony-possession-of-stolen-property-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ Mississippians seem to be providing contradictory responses to questions asked in a recent poll commissioned by state Republican House Speaker Jason White.On the one hand, according to the 501 people questioned in the scientific poll, their top priority was inflation or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-speakers-poll-mississippians-want-to-eliminate-property-tax-even-if-it-means-higher-retail-costs/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-speakers-poll-mississippians-want-to-eliminate-property-tax-even-if-it-means-higher-retail-costs/ According to scanner traffic, the caller reported that no buildings were in danger, but they were worried the fire could spread to the woods.
Volunteers had the fire contained when county firefighters arrived on scene. The fire was completely extinguished, and the incident is under investigation.
 
The post Vehicle Fire Reported Near McCool Sund]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-fire-reported-near-mccool-sunday-morning/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-fire-reported-near-mccool-sunday-morning/ The post Dry Weather, Fire Danger Continue appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dry-weather-fire-danger-continue/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dry-weather-fire-danger-continue/ The 911 call came in about 6:20 p.m. The wreck happened on Attala Rd. 4167 near Sallis.
An ambulance was dispatched and when the first volunteer firefighter reached the scene he reported that a car had hit a tree “head on”.
The extent and nature of the man’s injuries were unclear.
The Second Wreck
Another wreck was reported just before midnight Friday on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Ethel.
It was unclear what happened in that wre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-treet-near-sallis-one-person-hurt-in-second-wreck-near-ethel/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-treet-near-sallis-one-person-hurt-in-second-wreck-near-ethel/ The 911 call came in about 6:20 p.m. The wreck happened on Attala Rd. 4167 near Sallis.
An ambulance was dispatched and when the first volunteer firefighter reached the scene he reported that a car had hit a tree “head on”.
The extent and nature of the man’s injuries were unclear.
The post Cars Hits Treet Near Sallis, One Person Hurt appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-treet-near-sallis-one-person-hurt/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-treet-near-sallis-one-person-hurt/ The 911 call came in about 6:20 p.m. The wreck happened on Attala Rd. 4167 near Sallis.
An ambulance was dispatched and when the first volunteer firefighter reached the scene he reported that a car had hit a tree “head on”.
The extent and nature of the man’s injuries were unclear.
The Second Wreck
Another wreck was reported just before midnight Friday on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Ethel.
It was unclear what happened in that wre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-tree-near-sallis-one-person-hurt-in-second-wreck-near-ethel/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cars-hits-tree-near-sallis-one-person-hurt-in-second-wreck-near-ethel/ The c911 call about the wreck came in about ten minutes before 5 p.m. It happened on Hwy. 19 south.
When firefighters got to the scene they immediately called dispatchers telling them that a second ambulance was likely needed. One person was trapped in one of the cars and a woman was bleeding from her head.
At least one person was taken to the hospital.
The post At Leat Two People Hurt in Two-C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-leat-two-people-hurt-in-two-car-wreck-friday/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-leat-two-people-hurt-in-two-car-wreck-friday/ The event is set for Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Prissy Hen, located at 8160 Highway 51 in Vaiden. The signing is free and open to the public.
Published by Reedy Press, Unique Eats and Eateries of Mississippi takes readers on a culinary road trip across the Magnolia State, showca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/authors-of-unique-eats-and-eateries-of-mississippi-heading-to-vaiden-for-november-book-signing/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/authors-of-unique-eats-and-eateries-of-mississippi-heading-to-vaiden-for-november-book-signing/ OCEAN SPRINGS — Phil Proctor left South Mississippi to build a career as a professional sculptor, creating large-scale art installations across the country. Two decades later, the Lucedale native has returned to the Mississippi Coast to create sculptures inspired by an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-sculptor-comes-home-to-bring-walter-andersons-art-to-life/Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-sculptor-comes-home-to-bring-walter-andersons-art-to-life/ Kosciusko Police, Kosciusko Fire Department, EMS, and Kosciusko Water & Light responded to the scene.
According to scanner traffic, damaged electrical lines sparked a fire after the crash.The driver had reportedly left the scene before officers arrived. Witnesses gave officers a description of the driver, who was then quickly located.
It i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/driver-hits-utility-pole-flees-scene-saturday-in-kosy/Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/driver-hits-utility-pole-flees-scene-saturday-in-kosy/  BEVERLY CHAMBERS, 43, of Jackson, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $0, $800, $600.
 JEFFERY DOOLEY, 40, of Union, Hold for Drug Court, DC.  Bond $0.
 HEATHER FORTENBERRY, 36, of Philadelphia, Child Neglect, NCSO.  Bond $800.
 RANDY HARRISON, 56, of Memphis, TN, DUI – 1st, Speeding, No Proof of Insurance, Suspended Driver’s License, MHP.  Bond]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-felony-destruction-of-public-property-and-serial-burglary-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-felony-destruction-of-public-property-and-serial-burglary-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/ Bobbi-Jeanne Misick is an investigative reporter at Verite News, and Mukta Joshi is an investigative reporter at Mississippi Today. They are spending a year as New York Times Local Investigations fellows covering immigration and other issues. They can be reached at bobbi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/immigrants-in-ice-detention-have-no-due-process-rights-under-us-constitution-federal-appeals-court-says/Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/immigrants-in-ice-detention-have-no-due-process-rights-under-us-constitution-federal-appeals-court-says/ The Whippets led 14-0 after the first quarter and 35-0 for the half.  With a running clock in the second half, Kosciusko won with the final being 42-8.This win also secures the first-round home game in the playoffs.
Cam Winters was named the Autumn Ridge Player of the Game.  Now, that’s something to smile about!
Next week, the Whippets finish out the regular season by hosting the Panthers of Aman]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-indians-now-8-1/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-indians-now-8-1/ Republican Attorney General Lynn Fitch said Friday that Scott Colom, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, likely violated state law with a digital ad that featured an artificial intelligence-generated depiction of Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith running away from rep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-says-hell-delete-ai-generated-cindy-hyde-smith-ad-after-ag-fitch-threatens-legal-action/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-says-hell-delete-ai-generated-cindy-hyde-smith-ad-after-ag-fitch-threatens-legal-action/ Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Yazoo City vs Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-yazoo-city-vs-kosciusko/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-yazoo-city-vs-kosciusko/ WASHINGTON — In a deep, dark part of the Gulf of Mexico, the number of marine animals plummeted by about 60% in the years following the 2010 Deepwater Horizon explosion, a new study found.In a crucial part of the Gulf between the light surface and the darkest depths, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marine-life-dramatically-declined-in-gulf-of-mexico-in-years-after-bp-oil-spill-study-finds/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marine-life-dramatically-declined-in-gulf-of-mexico-in-years-after-bp-oil-spill-study-finds/ A federal appeals court decided this week to reverse an injunction preventing the enforcement of a state law banning diversity, equity and inclusion programs in Mississippi public schools and universities. The court has also ordered the case be reassigned to a new distr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-botch-job-federal-appeals-court-reverses-injunction-reassigns-anti-dei-case/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-botch-job-federal-appeals-court-reverses-injunction-reassigns-anti-dei-case/ There will be carnival games, prizes, lots of candy, and food. All are welcome to attend an evening of fun and fellowship.
The festival will be held at 7730 MS-429 in Kosciusko. For more information, contact Pastor Waygon Sanders at 601-317-9757.
The post Thomastown Baptist Church Harvest Festival this Saturday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thomastown-baptist-church-harvest-festival-this-saturday/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thomastown-baptist-church-harvest-festival-this-saturday/ The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2027 class on Thursday, the most diverse group of inductees in the history of the Magnolia State sports shrine.The class, which will be inducted in ceremonies next July, includes three women, three football greats and two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-sports-hall-of-fame-class-of-27-is-most-diverse-in-the-museums-history/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-sports-hall-of-fame-class-of-27-is-most-diverse-in-the-museums-history/ More than a year after state officials declared a public health emergency over rising infant mortality rates, eyes are on Mississippi, and Dr. Dan Edney, state health officer, said the national media attention has helped the cause. “The narrative switched from ‘Poor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-declared-infant-mortality-a-public-health-emergency-a-year-ago-what-have-officials-done-since-then/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-declared-infant-mortality-a-public-health-emergency-a-year-ago-what-have-officials-done-since-then/ The fire spread beneath an abandoned vehicle, threatened the home, and moved into nearby woods. Firefighters were able to contain the blaze.
The incident serves as another reminder of the dangers of outdoor burning while Attala County is under a burn ban.
The post Burning During the Ban Earns Homeowner a Citation appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burning-during-the-ban-earns-homeowner-a-citation/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burning-during-the-ban-earns-homeowner-a-citation/  SAID CASTALLANOS-IRIAS, 33, of Morton, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $300, $0.
 UNTINO A DONALD, 52, of Union, Failure to Appear X 2, NCSO.  Bond $0 X 2.
 CHYNA TIARA ELLIS, 30, of Cordova, TN, DUI – Other Substance, No Insurance, Suspended Driver’s License, NCSO.  Bond $1,500, $800, $800.
 BRIANA S GULLY, 28, of Philadelphia, Burglary of a Commercial Building]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-duis-and-disorderly-conduct-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-duis-and-disorderly-conduct-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/ The post Fire Danger Continues in MS appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-continues-in-ms/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-continues-in-ms/ COLUMBUS – Former Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in Mississippi for Scott Colom on Thursday, calling the Democratic Senate nominee a historic candidate whose victory would send a statement that America has begun to reject President Donald Trump and his party.H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kamala-harris-says-mississippi-matters-at-columbus-rally-for-scott-colom/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kamala-harris-says-mississippi-matters-at-columbus-rally-for-scott-colom/ Sarah Whites-Koditschek and Mukta Joshi are investigative reporters at Mississippi Today spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellows. They can be reached at sarah.whites-koditschek@nytimes.com and mukta.joshi@nytimes.com.Multiple experts who reviewed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senatobia-officer-put-himself-in-harms-way-before-fatally-shooting-1-year-old-kohen-wiley-experts-say/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senatobia-officer-put-himself-in-harms-way-before-fatally-shooting-1-year-old-kohen-wiley-experts-say/ The Trojans opened the scoring with a field goal and led the first quarter 10-0.  The Bulldogs trailed 31-14 at the half.  The Bulldogs closed the gap to 45-34 for the third quarter.  The Trojans finished with the win, 52-47.
Tyran Mosley was named the Player of the Game.
Next week, Holmes travels to Booneville to play Northeast Community College for the last game]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-trojans-at-homecoming/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-trojans-at-homecoming/ The University of Mississippi Medical Center broke ground Thursday on a cancer center officials say will help improve outcomes for patients in a state with some of the nation’s highest cancer mortality rates.The new building is critical to the UMMC Cancer Center and Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ummcs-new-cancer-center-aims-to-expand-access-to-life-saving-care-in-mississippi/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ummcs-new-cancer-center-aims-to-expand-access-to-life-saving-care-in-mississippi/ Mukta Joshi is an investigative reporter at Mississippi Today. She is spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellow examining immigration and criminal justice issues. She can be reached at mukta.joshi@nytimes.com.BATESVILLE – The family of Kohen Wiley]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/family-of-toddler-fatally-shot-by-senatobia-police-is-shown-unredacted-footage-by-mississippi-officials-in-private-screening/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/family-of-toddler-fatally-shot-by-senatobia-police-is-shown-unredacted-footage-by-mississippi-officials-in-private-screening/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about the sectio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flimmaker-explores-mississippis-lack-of-public-defenders-in-the-dead-zone/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flimmaker-explores-mississippis-lack-of-public-defenders-in-the-dead-zone/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about the sectio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/filmmaker-explores-mississippis-lack-of-public-defenders-in-the-dead-zone/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/filmmaker-explores-mississippis-lack-of-public-defenders-in-the-dead-zone/ Many Americans – particularly white Americans – have zero-sum ideas about race, or they believe that one group’s win must mean another group’s loss, author and public policy expert Heather McGhee says.These ideas are “a framework that is relentlessly marketed t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/racist-policies-hold-back-all-americans-bestselling-author-heather-mcghee-says/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/racist-policies-hold-back-all-americans-bestselling-author-heather-mcghee-says/ Upon arriving to the scene, first responders found the vehicle in a ditch. The car showed no signs of rolling over, but the front end was heavily damaged. They also were unable to find the subject on scene.
They were then informed that someone else transported the injured driver to the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/car-vs-deer-in-attala-thursday-morning-one-injured/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/car-vs-deer-in-attala-thursday-morning-one-injured/ Mississippi lawmakers are considering legislation to ban sales of synthetic kratom products after the deaths of two University of Mississippi students.Rep. Lee Yancey, a Republican from Brandon, is considering legislation to ban synthetic kratom products, while Sen. Nico]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-ole-miss-student-deaths-mississippi-lawmakers-eye-tougher-restrictions-on-kratom/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-ole-miss-student-deaths-mississippi-lawmakers-eye-tougher-restrictions-on-kratom/ Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney is becoming  president of a national nonprofit organization representing public health agencies across the United States, the group announced Wednesday. Edney will lead the Association of State and Territorial Health Offic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dr-daniel-edney-named-president-of-national-public-health-organization/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dr-daniel-edney-named-president-of-national-public-health-organization/ The six after the title are Braydon Rigby, Hayes Tyler, Brooks Kuhn, Memphis Singletary, Mac McCool, and Rye Edwards. The team is led by Coach Shane Thrash.
The post Kosciusko Golf Team to Compete for 4A State Championship appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-golf-team-to-compete-for-4a-state-championship/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-golf-team-to-compete-for-4a-state-championship/ Three-time Grammy Award winner, 16-time Blues Music Awards winner, living blues legend and master showman Bobby Rush has entertained audiences worldwide in a career of more than seven decades, so safe to assume he is easy to spot, particularly at home in Jackson.And yet,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-stage-theatre-in-jackson-hosts-world-premiere-of-bobby-rush-musical/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-stage-theatre-in-jackson-hosts-world-premiere-of-bobby-rush-musical/ Audio: 
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The post Minute with the Mayor – October 22, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-october-22-2026/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-october-22-2026/  DIEGO CARDENAS-RUBIO, 34, of Memphis, TN, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $0, $0.
 HOWARD DIXON, 62, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 DALE EAKES, 22, of Bailey, Disturbing the Peace, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $600, $600.
 KAYLON S GRAY, 29, of Philadelphia, DUI – 2nd, Probation Violation, No Driver’s License, No Proof of Insurance, N]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-possession-of-stolen-property-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-possession-of-stolen-property-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/  
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – October 22, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - K]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-22-2026/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-22-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-awards-32-million-in-federal-funds-to-develop-healthcare-workforce-and-psychiatric-services/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-awards-32-million-in-federal-funds-to-develop-healthcare-workforce-and-psychiatric-services/ VICKSBURG – Mississippi officials Wednesday celebrated plans to build a $114 million Civil War museum and visitor center next to Vicksburg National Military Park, one day after President Donald Trump signed legislation that will help with the development.
This combinat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-visitor-center-will-highlight-vicksburgs-role-in-the-civil-war/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-visitor-center-will-highlight-vicksburgs-role-in-the-civil-war/ VICKSBURG – Mississippi officials broke ground Wednesday on a $114 million Civil War museum and visitor center next to Vicksburg National Military Park, one day after President Donald Trump signed legislation clearing the way for a new facility that will recount one of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-visitor-center-in-vicksburg-breaks-ground-highlighting-areas-role-in-civil-war/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-visitor-center-in-vicksburg-breaks-ground-highlighting-areas-role-in-civil-war/ As funding challenges persist, Mississippi health officials may cut clinical services at more county health departments. If taken, this step would continue changes the Mississippi State Department of Health made after the Legislature in 2023 denied the department’s re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-mississippi-county-health-departments-could-lose-clinical-services/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-mississippi-county-health-departments-could-lose-clinical-services/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-faces-new-lawsuit-days-after-settling-with-justice-department/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-faces-new-lawsuit-days-after-settling-with-justice-department/ President Donald Trump will visit Mississippi next week to campaign for U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith on Monday night at the Crossroads Arena in Corinth, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation. Neither Hyde-Smith nor her campaign would confirm a Trum]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-rallying-in-mississippi-on-monday-to-support-hyde-smith/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-rallying-in-mississippi-on-monday-to-support-hyde-smith/ President Donald Trump is considering a trip to Mississippi next week to campaign for U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation. Neither Hyde-Smith nor her campaign would confirm a Trump visit is imminent, but at an event]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-considering-mississippi-visit-to-support-hyde-smith/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-considering-mississippi-visit-to-support-hyde-smith/ A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can intervene in the NAACP lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI, but blocked the federal government’s attempt to dismiss the case. “We are pleased the Court saw through the Department of Justice’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-denies-trump-administration-request-to-dismiss-naacp-lawsuit-against-xai/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-denies-trump-administration-request-to-dismiss-naacp-lawsuit-against-xai/ Hinds County Board of Supervisors President Robert Graham leaned over the wooden barrier dividing the courtroom from the sparse audience inside the federal courthouse in downtown Jackson. “This is a waste of time,” Graham said of Tuesday’s hearing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/receiver-leading-the-hinds-county-jail-says-officials-give-him-too-little-money-and-information/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/receiver-leading-the-hinds-county-jail-says-officials-give-him-too-little-money-and-information/  KAVEION DASHAWN BURNSIDE, 19, of Philadelphia, No Insurance, Improper Passing, Reckless Driving, MHP.  Bond $800, $300, $500.
 DALTON EUGENE DEMPSEY, 22, of Louisville, Failure to Appear, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 TERRANCE G DURANT, 25, of Philadelphia, DUI – Other Substance, PPD.  Bond $1,500.
 DAVID TROY GOODIN, 58, of Philadelphia, Hold for Drug Court, DC.  Bond $0.
 WHIT]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-and-felony-indictment-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-and-felony-indictment-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/ Leland has marked a year since a homecoming block party in the heart of downtown erupted in gunfire, claiming the lives of eight people and leaving grieving families and the community to process the tragedy. Families of the victims and residents returned to Main and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-year-after-leland-mass-shooting-no-indictments-only-questions/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-year-after-leland-mass-shooting-no-indictments-only-questions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-21-2026/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-21-2026/  
Every county in this area is now under a burn ban.  Choctaw County is the most recent to outlaw outdoor burning, effective today.  Statewide, a total of 48 burn bans have been posted as our dry weather is forecast to continue at least until late next week.  Also helping to promote wildfires, the low humidity.  But the National Weather Service says, for the time being, winds should remain light, preventing the wildfire danger from b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/outdoor-burning-now-illegal-areawide/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/outdoor-burning-now-illegal-areawide/ Joseph Cranney is a reporter at Verite News. Mukta Joshi is a reporter at Mississippi Today. She is spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellow. Eduardo Medina is a reporter covering the South for The New York Times. Devon Lum is a reporter on the Vis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-video-shows-chaotic-moments-before-senatobia-police-shot-toddler/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-video-shows-chaotic-moments-before-senatobia-police-shot-toddler/ A top Democratic super PAC focused on U.S. Senate races announced Tuesday that it will spend $1.2 million on an ad campaign in Mississippi for Scott Colom.
The ad, paid for by the Senate Majority PAC aligned with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York, marks th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/chuck-schumer-pac-spends-12-million-for-scott-colom-as-pundits-say-hyde-smith-lead-is-waning/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/chuck-schumer-pac-spends-12-million-for-scott-colom-as-pundits-say-hyde-smith-lead-is-waning/ WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S.-Ukraine alliance is careening toward a possible breaking point, with Moscow strengthened by President Donald Trump’s recent rejection of new Russia sanctions and Kyiv undermined by disruptions in satellite support for its drones dur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wicker-urges-us-ukraine-deal-as-trump-strains-ties-with-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wicker-urges-us-ukraine-deal-as-trump-strains-ties-with-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/ WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S.-Ukraine alliance is careening toward a possible breaking point, with Moscow strengthened by President Donald Trump’s recent rejection of new Russia sanctions and Kyiv undermined by disruptions in satellite support for its drones dur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wicker-urges-us-ukraine-deal-as-ties-hit-new-low-as-trump-slights-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wicker-urges-us-ukraine-deal-as-ties-hit-new-low-as-trump-slights-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/ WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S.-Ukraine alliance is careening toward a possible breaking point, with Moscow strengthened by President Donald Trump’s recent rejection of new Russia sanctions and Kyiv undermined by disruptions in satellite support for its drones dur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-ties-with-ukraine-hit-new-low-as-trump-slights-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-ties-with-ukraine-hit-new-low-as-trump-slights-zelenskyy-and-eases-up-on-russia/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/during-brain-drain-research-new-yorker-finds-reasons-to-remember-mississippi/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/during-brain-drain-research-new-yorker-finds-reasons-to-remember-mississippi/ Taylor, a Mississippian, described the base camps, ice fields, the death zone and his 20 minutes on the summit. Taylor made the accent in May of 2025 when he was 60 years old.The crowd also got to see and even “try on” some of his clothing and equipment used in the climb. Dr Stephen Rea is pictured below wearing the backpack that made the accent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mount-everest-comes-to-kosciusko/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mount-everest-comes-to-kosciusko/ A state lawmaker pleaded with members of the Jackson City Council on Monday night to sell city-owned swampland along the Pearl River, a move that could advance a long-sought riverfront casino resort in Mississippi’s capital city.Rep. Chris Bell, a Democrat fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-lawmaker-urges-jackson-city-leaders-to-support-pearl-river-casino-project/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-lawmaker-urges-jackson-city-leaders-to-support-pearl-river-casino-project/ A state lawmaker pleaded with members of the Jackson City Council on Monday night to sell city-owned swampland along the Pearl River, a move that could advance a long-sought riverfront casino resort in Mississippi’s capital city.Rep. Chris Bell, a Democrat fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-lawmaker-urges-jackson-city-leaders-to-sell-property-for-pearl-river-casino-project/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-lawmaker-urges-jackson-city-leaders-to-sell-property-for-pearl-river-casino-project/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-artists-are-honoring-the-mississippi-river-basin-one-piece-of-glass-at-a-time/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-artists-are-honoring-the-mississippi-river-basin-one-piece-of-glass-at-a-time/  KORY M GIBSON, 33, of Carthage, Trespass after Notice of Non-Permission, CPD.  Bond $398.
 CONNER W GRANTHAM, 19, of Carthage, Shoplifting, CPD.  Bond $889.25.
 
 CHARLES M JOHNSON, 41, of Vaiden, Felony Indictment, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 CASEY D MORRIS, 48, of Carthage, Receiving S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-dui-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-dui-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake/ Firefighters battled multiple grass fires on HWY 35 N, woods fires on Attala Roads 1116 and 2135, and a fire on Attala Rd. 4106 that involved woods, a structure, and a vehicle. Fortunately, the home was unoccupied and no injuries were reported. One of the HWY 35 N fires also involved a downed power line]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-ignored-as-attala-firefighters-battle-multiple-fires-costly-charges-pending/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-ignored-as-attala-firefighters-battle-multiple-fires-costly-charges-pending/ The post Neshoba County Under Burn Ban appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/neshoba-county-under-burn-ban/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/neshoba-county-under-burn-ban/ “Free Bird” intro
FAA Official:  “The aircraft was making an instrument flight rules flight from Greenville, South Carolina to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  The pilot reported that he was low on fuel and the aircraft was then routed to McComb which was a nearby airport.  At 7:47 Eastern Daylight Time, the aircraft disappeared from the radar scope and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whats-the-connection-between-kosciusko-and-the-lynyrd-skynyrd-plane-crash/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whats-the-connection-between-kosciusko-and-the-lynyrd-skynyrd-plane-crash/ Despite growing evidence that midwife-led birth centers improve outcomes for mothers and infants, Mississippi remains one of 10 states with no centers. Mississippi is also among the states with the fewest midwives per births in the nation, according to a new report by th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/report-finds-birth-centers-improve-outcomes-mississippi-has-none/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/report-finds-birth-centers-improve-outcomes-mississippi-has-none/ Southern Poverty Law Center President Ryan Haygood told Mississippi Today on Monday that his organization is prepared to fight the Trump Justice Department’s indictments in a trial set for April.Haygood was in Jackson for the start of the organization’s &ldqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/splc-president-during-jackson-visit-says-organization-is-ready-to-fight-doj-prosecution/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/splc-president-during-jackson-visit-says-organization-is-ready-to-fight-doj-prosecution/ Joseph Cranney is a reporter with the Deep South Today Investigative Reporting Center in collaboration with The New York Times. Mukta Joshi is an investigative reporter at Mississippi Today. She is spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellow examining]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-1-year-old-kohen-wiley/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-1-year-old-kohen-wiley/ Joseph Cranney is a reporter with the Deep South Today Investigative Reporting Center in collaboration with The New York Times. Mukta Joshi is an investigative reporter at Mississippi Today. She is spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellow examining]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-kohen-wiley/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-kohen-wiley/ Joseph Cranney is a reporter with the Deep South Today Investigative Reporting Center in collaboration with The New York Times. Mukta Joshi is an investigative reporter at Mississippi Today. She is spending a year as a New York Times Local Investigations fellow examining]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-1-year-old-kohen-wiley/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attorney-general-clears-senatobia-police-officer-who-shot-killed-1-year-old-kohen-wiley/ Congratulations Conor, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week 9 picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande Blue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-8-winner-is-connor-bell-of-carthage/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-8-winner-is-connor-bell-of-carthage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/doj-reaches-settlement-with-lexington-police-department-over-civil-rights-violations/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/doj-reaches-settlement-with-lexington-police-department-over-civil-rights-violations/ Highlights include:Morning Events: Visual Art Show, Baseball/Softball highlights, and the Career & Transfer Fair at McDaniel Hall.
Workforce & Tech Expo: Touch-a-Truck displays featuring the lineman truck, welding trailer, and emergency vehicles.
Alumni Honorees: Recognizing Alumni of the Yea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-katherine-ellard-talks-2026-holmes-cc-homecoming/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-katherine-ellard-talks-2026-holmes-cc-homecoming/ A community send-off is scheduled for Saturday morning at Kosciusko High School. Supporters are asked to gather along both sides of the KHS driveway at 11:20 AM as the band departs. Attendees are welcome to bring signs, posters, and noisemakers.
The championship performance will take place at Pearl High School at 3:30 PM. Spectators]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/community-send-off-planned-for-saturday-as-kosciusko-big-red-band-heads-to-state-competition/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/community-send-off-planned-for-saturday-as-kosciusko-big-red-band-heads-to-state-competition/  DEMARRIUS J CARR, 22, of Kosciusko, Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, KPD.  Bond $100,000, $50,000.
 KENDRICK R CARTER, 43, of Kosciusko, Shoplifting – 2nd, KPD.  Bond $2,300.
 SKUYLER J ELLINGTON, 18, of Kosciusko, Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling, KPD.  Bond $100,000.
 JESSICA L GOOLSBY, 39, of Morton, Felony]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shooting-into-an-occupied-dwelling-many-felony-drug-arrests-and-domestic-violence-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shooting-into-an-occupied-dwelling-many-felony-drug-arrests-and-domestic-violence-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/ SAN FRANCISCO – These eight women and their families fought in a war known as America’s Civil Rights Movement. Over the weekend, they gathered, perhaps for the last time, as former President Bill Clinton and others cheered their courage and their grace.&ldquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bill-clinton-and-others-pay-tribute-to-women-warriors-of-the-civil-rights-movement/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bill-clinton-and-others-pay-tribute-to-women-warriors-of-the-civil-rights-movement/ Marlena Jenkins is a public high school teacher who loves helping kids ask the right questions. Jenkins, 47, knows what happens when kids don’t learn that skill. At 18, Jenkins had a baby after graduating high school in Hattiesburg in 1997 with no sex educatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-tops-us-for-medicaid-enrollees-prescribed-birth-control-some-say-is-linked-to-brain-tumors/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-tops-us-for-medicaid-enrollees-prescribed-birth-control-some-say-is-linked-to-brain-tumors/ School Honor Roll Announcement★ Superintendent’s Honor List
First Grade: Faith Moore, Kayson Price, Aleah Scott
Second Grade: Emily Mayers, Journee Miller, Austin Rayford
Third Grade: Kyden Riley, Malachi Teague
Fourth Grade: Lily Mayers
Fifth Grade: Mickayla Roby
Sixth Grade: Jamarris Barnes, Morgan Harmon, Mariyah Wash★ Principal’s Honor List
First Grade: John All]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/long-creek-elementary-announces-first-9-weeks-honor-roll-students/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/long-creek-elementary-announces-first-9-weeks-honor-roll-students/ Burn bans remain in effect for 34 counties in Mississippi including Attala, Leake, Holmes, Winston, Carroll and Montgomery.
The post Wildfire Danger Continues This Week appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildfire-danger-continues-this-week/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildfire-danger-continues-this-week/ House Speaker Jason White – or at least the poll he commissioned – does not seem to be embracing what has become known as the “Mississippi miracle” that references the state’s dramatic gains on some national education tests.While Mississippi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jason-whites-poll-on-vouchers-ignores-strong-test-results-in-mississippi-public-schools/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jason-whites-poll-on-vouchers-ignores-strong-test-results-in-mississippi-public-schools/ An ambulance was called, as well as Kosciusko Police.
Airbags were reported to have deployed anbd one person was holding their face.
The post Two-Car Wreck on the Putskirts of Kosy Saturday Night appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-on-the-putskirts-of-kosy-saturday-night/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-on-the-putskirts-of-kosy-saturday-night/ An ambulance was called, as well as Kosciusko Police.
Airbags were reported to have deployed anbd one person was holding their face.
The post Two-Car Wreck on the Outskirts of Kosy Saturday Night appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-on-the-outskirts-of-kosy-saturday-night/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-on-the-outskirts-of-kosy-saturday-night/ When Attala County firefighters arrived on scene they asked for assistance from the Mississippi Forestry Commission and also asked for the power company to be notified.
Firefighters reported that a power pole was broken and on the ground.
Firefighters put water on the fire for several more hours, finally returning to the station just before 5 p.m.
The post Grass]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-in-sallis-saturday-morning-involves-broken-pole/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-in-sallis-saturday-morning-involves-broken-pole/ The settlement requires Lexington PD to change some of its policies, including prosedures during stops, searches, ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changes-coming-to-the-lexington-police-dept-in-settlement/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changes-coming-to-the-lexington-police-dept-in-settlement/ The call was just before 10:30 Friday night.
Once firefighters spotted the fire deep in the woiods they called for the Mississippi Forestry Commission to bring in equipment to help.
They were able to get conbtrol of the fire and the fire was out by 2:30 Saturday morning.
The post Woods Fire in Southeastern Attala County Friday Night appeared first on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-in-southeastern-attala-county-friday-night/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-in-southeastern-attala-county-friday-night/ Thirty-five Mississippi counties, including Attala, Leake, Holmes, Carroll, Montgomery and Winston]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/no-red-flag-warning-today-but-fire-danger-continues/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/no-red-flag-warning-today-but-fire-danger-continues/ The home team scored first.  Kosciusko led at the end of the first quarter, 14-6.  Greenwood took the lead and led 20-14 at the half.
Kosciusko came back in the third quarter and led 28-20 going to the fourth.  It got close, but the home team pulled out a 31-28 win.
Lakendrick Winters was named the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-defeats-greenwood-in-fridays-football-action/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-defeats-greenwood-in-fridays-football-action/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jxn-water-pushes-for-independent-oversight-of-jacksons-water-system/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jxn-water-pushes-for-independent-oversight-of-jacksons-water-system/ Jackson’s water and sewer systems would remain outside city officials’ control under a proposal by a federally appointed manager that would establish an independent, customer-governed authority to oversee the troubled utilities.The 36-page transition plan JXN]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jxn-water-pushes-for-independent-oversight-of-jacksons-water-and-sewer-systems/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jxn-water-pushes-for-independent-oversight-of-jacksons-water-and-sewer-systems/ Richard E. Holmes, the first Black student to enroll at Mississippi State University, died Friday. He was 82. Holmes enrolled at the previously segregated university in Starkville on July 19, 1965, three years after James Meredith integrated the University of Missis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/richard-e-holmes-first-black-student-at-mississippi-state-university-dies-at-82/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/richard-e-holmes-first-black-student-at-mississippi-state-university-dies-at-82/ Scott Colom, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, raised almost twice as much money as his Republican opponent over the last three months, according to federal campaign finance reports.But incumbent Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith still far outpaces him in cash on ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-out-raises-hyde-smith-but-incumbent-has-more-cash-on-hand/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-out-raises-hyde-smith-but-incumbent-has-more-cash-on-hand/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-has-its-own-history-book-of-laughter-and-forgetting-professor-writes/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-has-its-own-history-book-of-laughter-and-forgetting-professor-writes/ Sean Tindell will step down next month after serving six years as Mississippi’s public safety commissioner and will be replaced by Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey, Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Friday.Tindell, a Republican, is running for attorney general, and he co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tindell-to-step-down-as-public-safety-commissioner-gov-reeves-appoints-capitol-police-chief-to-succeed-him/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tindell-to-step-down-as-public-safety-commissioner-gov-reeves-appoints-capitol-police-chief-to-succeed-him/ PECAN ISLAND, La. – At the front of a dimly lit cafeteria, half a dozen SpaceX high-level managers sat before a photo of a rocket. Facing them sat the residents of Pecan Island — fishers and hunters, many of whom could trace their family’s presence]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/spacex-pinky-promises-no-bad-impacts-for-louisiana-locals-then-forced-to-backtrack/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/spacex-pinky-promises-no-bad-impacts-for-louisiana-locals-then-forced-to-backtrack/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-ole-miss-and-usm-combine-to-host-prestigious-mens-golf-tourney-at-fallen-oak/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-ole-miss-and-usm-combine-to-host-prestigious-mens-golf-tourney-at-fallen-oak/ Visit Jackson has unveiled a five-year strategy aimed at attracting more visitors to Mississippi’s capital city, but the agency acknowledged serious obstacles: inadequate lodging, poor perceptions of the city’s attractions and uncertainty over funding.Visit J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/visit-jackson-unveils-5-year-plan-to-boost-tourism-amid-funding-challenges/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/visit-jackson-unveils-5-year-plan-to-boost-tourism-amid-funding-challenges/ The national organization, which emphasizes character, leadership, achievement, and service, officially inducted four students who were recognized for their dedication to academic excellence and community engagement.
The new Beta Club inductees are:Abigail Steed
Madison Sumners
Briana Johnson
Ava Smith
The induction ceremony]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-beta-club-welcomes-new-members/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-beta-club-welcomes-new-members/ For yet another year, Mississippi’s charter schools posted a substandard performance on their Mississippi Department of Education report cards. None of Mississippi’s charter schools scored a B or higher on the accountability grades this year. Only one wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/education-leaders-disappointed-with-latest-charter-school-grades/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/education-leaders-disappointed-with-latest-charter-school-grades/ Cruz Nash
Likrarius Ward
Anyone with information regarding Ward or Nash’s whereabouts is urged to contact Central MS Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS(8477) or the Kosciusko Police Department at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wanted-cruz-nash-likrarius-ward/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wanted-cruz-nash-likrarius-ward/ The free concert begins at 11 am Saturday at the Lynyrd Skynyrd Monument southwest of Magnolia.  Four bands will be playing.  Orga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/what-is-kosciuskos-connection-to-the-lynyrd-skynyrd-plane-crash/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/what-is-kosciuskos-connection-to-the-lynyrd-skynyrd-plane-crash/ From prisoners suffering amputations due to diabetes to a mother taking desperate measures to help her incarcerated son treat his debilitating pain, Mississippi lawmakers on Thursday heard stunning testimony in a more than three-hour hearing about inadequate healthcare i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amputations-extortion-and-cancer-treatment-delays-lawmakers-hear-testimony-on-mississippi-prison-healthcare/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amputations-extortion-and-cancer-treatment-delays-lawmakers-hear-testimony-on-mississippi-prison-healthcare/ University of Mississippi Chancellor Glenn Boyce and Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum will continue leading the state’s largest public institutions for another four years under new contracts approved by the state’s college board. The Mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-payments-for-ole-miss-and-msu-leaders/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-payments-for-ole-miss-and-msu-leaders/ University of Mississippi Chancellor Glenn Boyce and Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum will continue leading the state’s largest public institutions for another four years under new contracts approved by the state’s college board. The Mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-payments-for-msu-and-leaders/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-payments-for-msu-and-leaders/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-bonuses-for-ole-miss-and-msu-leaders/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-approves-contracts-potential-million-dollar-bonuses-for-ole-miss-and-msu-leaders/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-east-ms-lions-42-14/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-east-ms-lions-42-14/ University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Dr. LouAnn Woodward announced Thursday she will retire in June after more than a decade at the helm of the state’s only academic medical center. Woodward, 62, serves as the medical center’s vice chancellor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dr-louann-woodward-first-woman-to-lead-ummc-announces-she-will-retire-next-year/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dr-louann-woodward-first-woman-to-lead-ummc-announces-she-will-retire-next-year/ Over the past 10 years, there’s been a growing number of job apprenticeships in Mississippi and nationally. With the high cost of a four-year college degree, difficulty for recent grads to find jobs and uncertainty over artificial intelligence’s impact o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/what-will-the-next-era-of-apprenticeships-look-like-mississippi-marketplace/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/what-will-the-next-era-of-apprenticeships-look-like-mississippi-marketplace/ Districts across the Delta region saw the largest academic gains in the state in the past year, according to new district rankings released Thursday. Because the state implemented higher cut-off scores this year, however, the accountability scores didn’t alway]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/delta-school-districts-successes-not-reflected-in-new-state-rankings/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/delta-school-districts-successes-not-reflected-in-new-state-rankings/ The U.S. Postal Service and Homeland Security intercepted a letter sent to Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson’s office, as federal authorities warn of letters with suspicious substances being sent to congressional and election offices across the country.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/suspicious-letter-to-mississippi-secretary-of-state-watson-intercepted/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/suspicious-letter-to-mississippi-secretary-of-state-watson-intercepted/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/court-disbars-former-jackson-mayor-chokwe-antar-lumumba/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/court-disbars-former-jackson-mayor-chokwe-antar-lumumba/ As more information came in about the crash, it was determined there were no entrapments, but there was a pregnant female who reportedly sustained a back injury. She was able to exit the vehicle and was likely transported away by EMS. It remains unclear how many vehicles were involved in this accident, or if there were any other injuries.
The post Wreck Thursda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wreck-thursday-morning-in-ethel/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wreck-thursday-morning-in-ethel/ With residents suing over noise and pollution, Elon Musk’s company is trying to buy up homes around his expansive data center operations in Southaven. A few owners have rejected the offers while others are contemplating it or have decided to take the buyout. B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/facing-lawsuits-elon-musks-spacexai-offers-to-buy-homes-near-southaven-data-centers/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/facing-lawsuits-elon-musks-spacexai-offers-to-buy-homes-near-southaven-data-centers/ With residents suing over noise and pollution, Elon Musk’s company is trying to buy up homes around his expansive data center operations in Southaven. A few owners have rejected the offers while others are contemplating it or have decided to take the buyout. B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/facing-lawsuits-elon-musks-spacexai-offers-to-buy-homes-homes-near-southaven-data-centers/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/facing-lawsuits-elon-musks-spacexai-offers-to-buy-homes-homes-near-southaven-data-centers/ Sheriff Curtis Pope says the Attala County Sheriff’s Office does not want to issue fines, but citations will soon be issued to those violating the burn ban in an effort to protect lives and property.
Attala County Fire Chief Tim Cox says conditions are dire, with no relief in sight. Since the burn ban was implemented, the department has responde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-officials-warn-burn-ban-violators-will-face-fines/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-officials-warn-burn-ban-violators-will-face-fines/  
The Fire Weather Watch for much of Mississippi including the local area for today has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning indicating a significant risk of wildfires.  The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will produce north winds up to 25 miles an hour with gusts as high as 35 mph which will combine with low humidity and critically dry vegetation to create conditions favorable for wildfires.   The warning will be i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/red-flag-warning-issued-for-today/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/red-flag-warning-issued-for-today/  
The Fire Weather Watch for much of Mississippi including the local area for Friday has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning indicating a significant risk of wildfires.  The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will produce north winds up to 25 miles an hour with gusts as high as 35 mph which will combine with low humidity and critically dry vegetation to create conditions favorable for wildfires.   The warning will be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/red-flag-warning-issued-for-friday/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/red-flag-warning-issued-for-friday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/midterm-campaigns-are-asking-wheres-the-beef-and-how-much-does-it-cost/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/midterm-campaigns-are-asking-wheres-the-beef-and-how-much-does-it-cost/ Half of Mississippi schools and districts are high-performing despite higher standards this year, according to state education rankings released Thursday.The more rigorous standards underscore state leaders’ efforts to continue the gains that have rocketed Mississi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-schools-show-progress-though-higher-state-standards-result-in-more-c-and-d-districts/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-schools-show-progress-though-higher-state-standards-result-in-more-c-and-d-districts/ The announcement was made Thursday afternoon by the Leake County Sheriff’s Office and the Leaqke County Firefighters Assoc.
“We are asking everyone to take this seriously and help protect our community,” said the post.
That means even avoiding what may be considered insignificant, like throwing cigarettes on the ground.
“The Leake County Sheriff’s Office, Leak]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-now-in-effect-in-leake-county/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-now-in-effect-in-leake-county/ First Financial Bank celebrated 20 years of serving our community with lunch, prizes and reflection. Brian Montgomery from Kicks 96 was on hand for a small ribbon cutting ceremony and remote broadcast and had the chance to speak with Regional Market President Brad Olgetree, Vikki Coleman and Glenda who works at the reception area welcoming clients and guests alike. Executive Director for the Main Street Chamber of Leake County was on hand with an award and special ribbon ceremony.
Dakota]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-congratulates-first-financial-bank-on-20-years-of-investing-in-our-community/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-congratulates-first-financial-bank-on-20-years-of-investing-in-our-community/ Forty families in Yazoo City learned Wednesday they will soon become homeowners — without the burden of a mortgage — after overcoming obstacles that threatened to derail their dreams of owning homes.The families began renting the houses in the Roberts Estates]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-yazoo-city-families-overcome-hurdles-to-own-their-homes/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-yazoo-city-families-overcome-hurdles-to-own-their-homes/ Originally scheduled for October 19th, the event has been postponed and will now take place Monday, Nov. 16.
Vandeventer will be visiting the library to discuss his book, Mississippi Snakes: Their Identification, Natural History, and Influence on the Culture of the Magnolia State. The event gives local residents an opportunity to meet the author,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-library-postpones-author-event-to-november-16/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-library-postpones-author-event-to-november-16/ The evening’s festivities will begin when doors open at 4:30 PM, followed by the presentation of the Charity Ball Court starting at 5:00 PM. In addition to the court presentation, guests will enjoy a silent auction, food, and entertainment throughout the e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/junior-auxiliary-of-kosciusko-announces-return-of-charity-ball-for-2027/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/junior-auxiliary-of-kosciusko-announces-return-of-charity-ball-for-2027/ The event will include local vendors, homemade refreshment, and carousel rides available for $5.00.
For more information, visit The Carousel House on Facebook. 
The post The Carousel House announces Carousel Christmas Open House appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-carousel-house-announces-carousel-christmas-open-house/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-carousel-house-announces-carousel-christmas-open-house/  
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – October 15, 2026 appe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-15-2026/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-15-2026/  KENNETH W BROWN JR, 47, of Columbus, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony Obstruction – Tampering with Physical Evidence, PPD.  Bond $20,000, $5,000.
 FALLON E CABLE, 42, of Grand Junction, CO, Disorderly Conduct – Disturbance of Family, PPD.&nb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-drug-possession-with-intent-to-sell-and-false-pretense-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-count/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-dui-drug-possession-with-intent-to-sell-and-false-pretense-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-count/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-raphael-warnock-says-scott-colom-could-flip-senate-seat-democratic-like-his-georgia-upset/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-raphael-warnock-says-scott-colom-could-flip-senate-seat-democratic-like-his-georgia-upset/ A once prominent youth gymnastics coach was sentenced to 90 years in prison Wednesday for secretly recording his young female students undressing and using the bathroom at a Mississippi gym, in a case that rocked the sport.This booking photo provided by the Des Moines, I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/coach-who-recorded-young-gymnasts-undressing-is-sentenced-to-90-years-in-prison/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/coach-who-recorded-young-gymnasts-undressing-is-sentenced-to-90-years-in-prison/ Mississippi’s workforce development agency is seeking more state money to add staff as it launches and expands job training programs. The request comes as the state prepares for thousands of jobs to open in the next decade. AccelerateMS is requesting a $7.1 mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acceleratems-seeks-25m-budget-increase-to-expand-staff-and-workforce-programs/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acceleratems-seeks-25m-budget-increase-to-expand-staff-and-workforce-programs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/officials-work-to-modernize-plan-to-improve-health-of-mississippians/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/officials-work-to-modernize-plan-to-improve-health-of-mississippians/  
The National Weather Service has issued a fire weather watch for much of Mississippi including the local area, in effect from 9 am until 8 pm on Friday.  A strong cold front is forecast to result in north winds up to 25 miles an hour with gusts possibly as high as 35 mph.  The winds, combined with low humidity and critically dry vegetation, will create conditions which are favorable for wildfires.  Any fires which break could spr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-weather-watch-for-this-area-friday/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-weather-watch-for-this-area-friday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-north-natchez-shooting-suspects-in-custody/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-north-natchez-shooting-suspects-in-custody/ The shooting suspects have been identified as Jakaine Tate, 22 of Kosciusko, Skuyler Ellington, 18 of Kosciusko, and Damarrius Carr, 22 of Kosciusko. Tate and Ellington are both charged with shooting into a general assembly or group of people and each have a bond set at $100,000. Carr was charged with shooting into a general assembly or group of people and possession of a weapon by a felon with a bond of $150,000. All three are currently at the Leake County Corre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-north-natchez-shooting-suspects-identified/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-north-natchez-shooting-suspects-identified/ The post Shooting on North Natchez Wednesday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shooting-on-north-natchez-wednesday/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shooting-on-north-natchez-wednesday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/groups-challenge-unnecessary-data-center-fueled-gas-pipeline/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/groups-challenge-unnecessary-data-center-fueled-gas-pipeline/ Former Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Mississippi to campaign for Scott Colom, Mississippi’s Democratic Senate nominee, in Columbus on Oct. 22, a campaign spokesperson told Mississippi Today.
Harris’s stop in east Mississippi will mark the second]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kamala-harris-to-campaign-in-columbus-for-scott-colom/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kamala-harris-to-campaign-in-columbus-for-scott-colom/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-ole-miss-employee-disputes-universitys-claims-of-disruption-in-latest-court-filing/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-ole-miss-employee-disputes-universitys-claims-of-disruption-in-latest-court-filing/ Cyberattacks on government entities are increasing, the speed of attacks is accelerating and the impact could be far reaching thanks largely to artificial intelligence. February’s cyberattack on the University of Mississippi Medical Center demonstrated the dam]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/under-attack-state-looks-to-harden-cybersecurity-as-ai-changes-the-game/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/under-attack-state-looks-to-harden-cybersecurity-as-ai-changes-the-game/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-14-2026/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-14-2026/  TRAVORIS N CONNER, 30, of Canton, No Driver’s License, LCSO.  Bond $500.
 KENDRICK T DAVIS, 34, of Philadelphia, Bond Surrender – Leake County Circuit Court, Bench Warrant – Leake County Circuit Court, LCSO.  Bond $3,000, N/A.
 MICHAEL D GAMMILL, 50, of Carthage, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a Business, CPD.  Bond]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dui-trespassing-and-disorderly-conduct-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dui-trespassing-and-disorderly-conduct-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/as-gas-prices-fall-local-averages-remain-high/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 06:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/as-gas-prices-fall-local-averages-remain-high/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nws-posts-elevated-wildfire-risk/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 06:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nws-posts-elevated-wildfire-risk/ About a year after Jackson Mayor John Horhn began declaring that “Jackson is rising,” he unveiled a new catchphrase Tuesday at his State of the City address.“Comebacks don’t get announced,” he told a jubilant audience at the Jackson Conventi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-of-the-city-mayor-john-horhn-says-jackson-is-turning-a-corner/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-of-the-city-mayor-john-horhn-says-jackson-is-turning-a-corner/ About a year after Jackson Mayor John Horhn began touting that “Jackson is rising,” he unveiled a new catchphrase Tuesday at his State of the City address.“Comebacks don’t get announced,” he told a jubilant audience at the Jackson Convention]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-is-rolling-mayor-john-horhn-touts-promises-delivered-in-state-of-the-city/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-is-rolling-mayor-john-horhn-touts-promises-delivered-in-state-of-the-city/ About a year after Jackson Mayor John Horhn began declaring that “Jackson is rising,” he unveiled a new catchphrase Tuesday at his State of the City address.“Comebacks don’t get announced,” he told a jubilant audience at the Jackson Conventi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-is-rising-mayor-john-horhn-touts-promises-delivered-in-state-of-the-city/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-is-rising-mayor-john-horhn-touts-promises-delivered-in-state-of-the-city/ Lawmakers will hold a hearing on Thursday to look into dire problems with healthcare in Mississippi prisons and allegations of systemic failure to stop preventable deaths and illness.Prison healthcare problems have been exposed through news investigations, legislative wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawmakers-concerned-corrections-agency-may-skip-hearing-on-prison-healthcare/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 22:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawmakers-concerned-corrections-agency-may-skip-hearing-on-prison-healthcare/ In the mayoral race, Laurie Henderson has won with 265 votes. Cindy Crane received 236 votes.
In the Ward 3 alderman race, Robin Burgess has won with 62 votes. Justin Jones received 52 votes.
Absentee ballots and affidavits have been counted. The winning candidates will advance to the November 3 general election.
In the mayoral race, the Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carthage-municipal-primary-election-winners-announced/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carthage-municipal-primary-election-winners-announced/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rj-mitte-breaking-bad-actor-and-disability-rights-champion-dies-at-34/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rj-mitte-breaking-bad-actor-and-disability-rights-champion-dies-at-34/ Alex Meyer, a former White House official for President Donald Trump, will host a fundraiser in Oxford next month for state Auditor Shad White, who has been telegraphing a run for governor next year. White, a Republican, has not declared a gubernatorial run, but has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-trump-official-to-host-fundraiser-for-shad-white-as-he-mulls-run-for-governor/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-trump-official-to-host-fundraiser-for-shad-white-as-he-mulls-run-for-governor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/in-major-league-baseball-this-season-brewers-show-that-money-isnt-even-close-to-everything/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/in-major-league-baseball-this-season-brewers-show-that-money-isnt-even-close-to-everything/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-even-in-mississippi-data-center-opposition-spans-political-spectrum-but-are-politicians-listening/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-even-in-mississippi-data-center-opposition-spans-political-spectrum-but-are-politicians-listening/ Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will campaign for Scott Colom, Mississippi’s Democratic Senate nominee, in cities along the Gulf Coast on Oct. 27, one week before the federal midterm elections.Buttigieg, in a statement, said that he is looking f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pete-buttigieg-to-campaign-for-scott-colom-in-mississippi/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pete-buttigieg-to-campaign-for-scott-colom-in-mississippi/ Dogs draped in American flags jump through hoops, little kids wrestle to catch free biscuits flying through the sky, and a giant pink and purple teddy bear sits down at a table like it’s about to eat lunch.Welcome to the 167th Mississippi State Fair, where I learne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alls-fair-in-love-and-biscuits-a-first-timers-perspective-on-the-mississippi-state-fair/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alls-fair-in-love-and-biscuits-a-first-timers-perspective-on-the-mississippi-state-fair/ Congratulations to Wilburn Grace of Ethel, our Week 7 Kicks Picks winner. Mr. Grace has won our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 Sonic gift card!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
This week’s picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande Blueto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-7-winner-is-wilburn-grace-of-ethel/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-7-winner-is-wilburn-grace-of-ethel/ Two Republican races will be decided in today’s primary. Incumbent Mayor Laurie Henderson faces Cindy Crane. Incumbent Ward 3 Alderman Robin Burgess faces Justin Jones.
Today’s winners will advance to the November 3 general election, where voters will choose the city’s mayor and board of aldermen.
For a complete list of candidates and more information abou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/election-day-in-carthage-polls-open-until-7-pm/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/election-day-in-carthage-polls-open-until-7-pm/  JEREMY BRANTLEY, 45, of Pelahatchie, Hold for Other Agency, Scott County Justice Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 TOMMY COTTON, 35, of Philadelphia, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Contraband in Prison, LCSO.  Bond $10,000, $20,000.
 LAMICHEAL B ELLIS, 32, of Carthage, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Carry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-disorderly-conduct-and-carrying-a-concealed-weapon-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-disorderly-conduct-and-carrying-a-concealed-weapon-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/ In his role at the center, Mr. Blanton consistently goes the extra mile to help his students succeed and has become a true student favorite. His dedication to career and technical education is highlighted by his students earning a 100% pass rate on industry certifications, equipping them with essential skills for future careers in the automotive field.
KACTC congratula]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-october-staff-spotlight-alex-blanton/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-october-staff-spotlight-alex-blanton/ Two-thirds of Canton public school students had their school day disrupted Monday due to a water main break.The break affected four buildings — Huey Porter Middle, Canton High, Goodloe Elementary and Canton Elementary— comprising more than 2,000 students of t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-water-main-break-affects-several-local-schools/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-water-main-break-affects-several-local-schools/ Two-thirds of Canton public school students had their school day disrupted Monday due to an electrical issue at the city’s water treatment plant.Canton Municipal Utilities announced Monday on social media that an electrical issue at a water treatment plant resulted]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-water-issue-affects-several-local-schools/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-water-issue-affects-several-local-schools/ President Donald Trump has pushed Congress to pass a proof-of-citizenship law, signed an executive order seeking a national voter ID requirement and tried to limit mail voting through U.S. Postal Service changes.None of those moves succeeded in time to affect this year&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/many-gop-states-have-imposed-new-voting-rules-this-year-some-mirroring-trumps-midterm-proposals/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/many-gop-states-have-imposed-new-voting-rules-this-year-some-mirroring-trumps-midterm-proposals/ Following an investigation, Kosciusko Police Department officers identified two suspects who were later located in Grenada County with assistance from the Grenada County Sheriff’s Office.
SHAYLA MARIE HUGHES, 21, GRENADA, MS
ADDISON CHRISTIAN HUGHES, 31, GRENADA, MS
Addison Christian Moore, a 31-year-old male, and Shayla Marie Hughes, a 21-year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-arrested-in-kosciusko-copper-wire-theft/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-arrested-in-kosciusko-copper-wire-theft/ The post New Member of the Leake County Crime-Fighting Team appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-member-of-the-leake-county-crime-fighting-team/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-member-of-the-leake-county-crime-fighting-team/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-district-attorney-election-guide-meet-the-candidates/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-district-attorney-election-guide-meet-the-candidates/ A federal judge has rejected a request from the operator of Mississippi’s Alcoholic Beverage Control warehouse to dismiss a lawsuit brought against it on behalf of Mississippi businesses.Uno Mas, an Oxford restaurant, filed a class action lawsuit against Iowa-based]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-lawsuit-against-abc-liquor-warehouse-operator-can-proceed/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-lawsuit-against-abc-liquor-warehouse-operator-can-proceed/  DARRELL G HAYWOOD, 51, of Kosciusko, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, KPD.  Bond $0.
 SHAYLA M HUGHES, 21, of Grenada, Felony Conspiracy to Commit a Crime, KPD.  Bond $20,000.
 JAYVESE T MEEKS, 18, of Kosciusko, Disorderly Conduct – Disturbing the Peace, Disorderly Conduct – Failure to Comply with LEO, Possession of a Controlled Substance,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-malicious-mischief-felony-possession-and-felony-conspiracy-to-commit-a-crime-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-malicious-mischief-felony-possession-and-felony-conspiracy-to-commit-a-crime-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/ 10-10-2026: Darrell Glenn Haywood, a 51-year-old W/M from Kosciusko, Mississippi, was arrested for Contempt of Court by Officer Nash.
10-09-2026: Jayvese Tyreck Meeks, an 18-year-old B/F from Kosciusko, Mississippi, was arrested for Failure to Obey Officer, Resisting or Obstructing Arrest, Disturbing the Peace, and Possession of a Controlled Substan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-grand-larceny-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-grand-larceny-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-expected-again-tomorrow/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 06:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-expected-again-tomorrow/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-expected-again-today/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 06:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-expected-again-today/ The post Fire Danger Alert in Effect Today appeared]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-alert-in-effect-today/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 06:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fire-danger-alert-in-effect-today/ The post Li]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lisa-powell-moore-honored-tonight-at-miss-dixie-national-ceremony/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lisa-powell-moore-honored-tonight-at-miss-dixie-national-ceremony/  MELISSA R COMANS, 53, of Carthage, Bench Warrant -Carthage Municipal Court, LCSO.  Bond $0 X 2.
 CLARENCE P DAVIS, 42, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD.  Bond $1,968.25.
 BARRY K EDWARDS, 41, of Carthage, Sentenced, MDOC.  Bond N/A.
 DACHA M FLEMING-FULLER, 31, of Carthage, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, LCSO.  Bond $50,000.
 JAYLA R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/embezzlement-aggravated-assault-and-felony-identity-theft-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/embezzlement-aggravated-assault-and-felony-identity-theft-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ Based on state Auditor Shad White’s logic, it is time to clean house of all Republican and Democratic Mississippi politicians on both the state and federal level.At a recent public hearing about legislative redistricting, the Republican White argued that Mississipp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shad-white-blames-bennie-thompson-for-delta-woes-is-that-fair/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shad-white-blames-bennie-thompson-for-delta-woes-is-that-fair/ That fire was reported just befire 4:30 p.m. on Attala Rd. 2106 on private property.
Ethel, Central and McCool firefighters were notified to respond and Enterfy was already on the scene.
While firefighters were on the way, one of the trucks was diverted to another fire behind Hilltop Gocery. A debris fire that started as a controled burn got out of control. That fire ended up being difficult to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-reported-near-ethel-with-another-reported-nearby/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-reported-near-ethel-with-another-reported-nearby/ One of those trees was on Arrowhead Dr. in Kosciusko just after 2 p.m., with power lines involved.
Shortly after that another tree was reported down in the county on Rd. 5216. That tree was reported to have brought down a power line with it. Another tree down with power lines was reported shortly after 3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-damage-in-central-mississippi/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-damage-in-central-mississippi/ That two-car wreck was reported on Hwy. 35 south near the river bridge in front of Big S BBQ.
No injuries were reported and the traffic disruption was minimal. Atta;la County firefighters and deputies responded to the scene.
The post Saturday Wreck on Hwy. 35 South appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/saturday-wreck-on-hwy-35-south/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/saturday-wreck-on-hwy-35-south/  DERALL LASHAWN BROWN, 47, of Kosciusko, DUI – 1st, MHP.  Bond $1,500.
 MOSES ISIAH COUSIN, 25, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, MHP.  Bond $,1500.
 BENJAMIN S DAVIS, 38, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, PPD.  Bond N/A, $0, $0.
 JERRY DA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-disorderly-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-disorderly-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ The fire was on Attala Rd. 4127. The call came in about 10 p.m.
Attala County firefighters from the Sallis and Central stations were called out.
The fire was reported out at 10:45 p.m.
The post Grass Fire Reported Near Sallis Friday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-reported-near-sallis-friday/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-reported-near-sallis-friday/ March said Marcus Greer, 20, was arrested after the child died Thursday.
March did not specify the charges.
The shooting happened at a home on Old Balance Dur Rd. in Lexington. No other information about the shooting was released.
The post Arrest Made in the Death of Holmes Co. Child appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-in-the-death-of-holmes-co-child/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-in-the-death-of-holmes-co-child/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-weakens-but-flooding-threat-persists-as-hundreds-of-thousands-grapple-with-power-outages/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-weakens-but-flooding-threat-persists-as-hundreds-of-thousands-grapple-with-power-outages/ WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats hope to bring a new agenda to the House next year if they take the majority, but they will most likely do so with many of the same faces that have steered their party’s legislative work for a decade or more.Potential committee chai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/time-for-term-limits-dems-in-majority-could-have-familiar-faces-in-key-roles/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/time-for-term-limits-dems-in-majority-could-have-familiar-faces-in-key-roles/ Attala, Winston, Carroll, Montgomery and Choctaw counties remain under a flood watch through this evening as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias continue moving to the north through Alabama.The post Wind Advisory, Flood Watch Continue in Local Area appear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-flood-watch-continue-in-local-area/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-flood-watch-continue-in-local-area/  
The post Wind Advisory CANCELLED appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-cancelled/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-cancelled/ A flood watch which had covered parts of this area has been cancelled.The post Flood Watch CANCELLED, Wind Advisory Continues Locally appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flood-watch-cancelled-wind-advisory-continues-locally/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flood-watch-cancelled-wind-advisory-continues-locally/ GULF BREEZE, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Isaias crashed into the U.S. Gulf Coast as a dangerous Category 2 storm on Friday, lashing communities with wind and rain and threatening to flood low-lying areas where residents were advised to evacuate ahead of its arrival.The f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-makes-landfall-along-the-us-gulf-coast-as-a-dangerous-category-2-hurricane/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-makes-landfall-along-the-us-gulf-coast-as-a-dangerous-category-2-hurricane/ Years before immigration officers arrested a Mississippi Valley State University basketball player last week, the school he previously played for said it warned him to correct his immigration status — contradicting his attorney’s earlier claim that the studen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mvsu-basketball-player-was-reportedly-warned-about-his-expired-immigration-status-years-before-ice-detained-him/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mvsu-basketball-player-was-reportedly-warned-about-his-expired-immigration-status-years-before-ice-detained-him/ The Wildcats scored first with a touchdown.  Kosciusko added points, and almost a scuffle, with the first quarter ending 13-3, Wildcats.  In further furious play, the Wildcats led at halftime, 26-10.
Continuing to shut down the home team’s efforts, the Wildcats finished with the win, 59-38.
Braden Ray was named the Autumn Ridge Player of the Game.  Now, that’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/louisville-wildcats-defeat-whippets-in-major-regional-rivalry/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 23:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/louisville-wildcats-defeat-whippets-in-major-regional-rivalry/ Al Rankins Jr. will continue leading Mississippi’s public university system for another four years under a new contract approved by the state’s college board. The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees in August unanimously approve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-extends-commissioners-contract-and-boosts-his-pay/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 22:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-extends-commissioners-contract-and-boosts-his-pay/ As the cause of Curtis Flowers‘ death is under investigation, an attorney who represented him during multiple appeals, eventually leading to his exoneration and release from death row, said his former client struggled with diabetes the entire time he knew him &ndas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-battled-diabetes-during-his-wrongful-imprisonment/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-battled-diabetes-during-his-wrongful-imprisonment/ The fundraising effort kicked off October 2 in Carthage, where $16,894.12 was raised. Philadelphia followed on October 8, bringing in $7,640.84, and Kosciusko wrapped up the Radiothons on October 9 with an impressive $26,630.00.
Each event brought together local businesses, communi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-radiothons-raise-record-breaking-51000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-radiothons-raise-record-breaking-51000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/ The fundraising effort kicked off October 2 in Carthage, where $16,894.12 was raised. Philadelphia followed on October 8, bringing in $7,640.84, and Kosciusko wrapped up the Radiothons on October 9 with an impressive $25,485.
Each event brought together local businesses, community]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-radiothons-raise-record-breaking-50000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/boswell-media-radiothons-raise-record-breaking-50000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/ Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Louisville vs Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-louisville-vs-kosciusko-2/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-louisville-vs-kosciusko-2/ Stepping into Nell Grace is less like walking into a restaurant and more like melting into the soft, unhurried warmth of Big Mama’s embrace.The restaurant is a hidden gem located at 111 East Church St., in downtown Jackson’s historic Farish Street District. A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nell-grace-helps-revitalize-jacksons-once-thriving-farish-street-district/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nell-grace-helps-revitalize-jacksons-once-thriving-farish-street-district/ People throughout the community showed up to donate and help grant wishes for critically ill children in our local communities. You can also donate by clicking here!The “Jail & Bail” portion of the Make-A-Wish MS Radiothons is a crowd favorite. Local officials and community members were “locke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-raises-more-than-26000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-raises-more-than-26000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/ People throughout the community showed up to donate and help grant wishes for critically ill children in our local communities. You can also donate by clicking here!The “Jail & Bail” portion of the Make-A-Wish MS Radiothons is a crowd favorite. Local officials and community members were “locke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-raises-more-than-25000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-raises-more-than-25000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/ Breezy News is rounding up some familiar faces for our Make-A-Wish Mississippi Jail & Bail fundraiser, and these detainees are working hard to raise money to help grant wishes for children battling critical illnesses!
And there’s a little friendly competition going on! Kosciusko is trying to beat Carthage’s fundraising total, and we need your help to make it happen!
Check o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-jailbirds-need-your-help-making-bail/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-jailbirds-need-your-help-making-bail/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/america-at-its-best-has-an-ever-expanding-circle-of-we-tony-award-winner-writes/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/america-at-its-best-has-an-ever-expanding-circle-of-we-tony-award-winner-writes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-summit-centers-on-learning-in-the-classroom-and-on-the-job/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 02:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-summit-centers-on-learning-in-the-classroom-and-on-the-job/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/barbour-ezell-talk-hurricane-reflections-and-lessons-as-isaias-approaches-coast/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/barbour-ezell-talk-hurricane-reflections-and-lessons-as-isaias-approaches-coast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-northwest-rangers-41-26/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-northwest-rangers-41-26/ The impacts of artificial intelligence are, in many ways, contingent on the decisions of a small, powerful group of tech elites, but ordinary people have a central role to play in demanding reasonable regulation of the technology, Kara Swisher told Andrew Lack on Thursda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/we-are-in-the-new-nuclear-age-swisher-and-lack-meet-in-jackson-to-discuss-the-future-of-ai/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/we-are-in-the-new-nuclear-age-swisher-and-lack-meet-in-jackson-to-discuss-the-future-of-ai/ Bright yellow signs papered windows two months ago at a west Jackson apartment complex, condemning the Grand Chateau as uninhabitable and warning trespassers they could be fined. Despite the city’s efforts, several squatters remain in the dilapidated building.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/unable-to-rid-blight-on-its-own-jackson-wants-property-owners-to-foot-the-bill/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/unable-to-rid-blight-on-its-own-jackson-wants-property-owners-to-foot-the-bill/ Bright yellow signs papered windows two months ago at a west Jackson apartment complex, condemning the Grand Chateau as uninhabitable and warning trespassers they could be fined. Despite the city’s efforts, several squatters remain in the dilapidated building.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/unable-to-rid-blight-on-its-own-jackson-officials-want-property-owners-to-foot-the-bill/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/unable-to-rid-blight-on-its-own-jackson-officials-want-property-owners-to-foot-the-bill/ Organizers posted Thursday afternoon that the decision was made because of the potential for bad weather from Hurricane Isaias.
The post says that the safety of the people who may have attended is their priority.
The post Ham Jam Canceled Because of Bad Weather Potential appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ham-jam-canceled-because-of-bad-weather-potential/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ham-jam-canceled-because-of-bad-weather-potential/ Attala County has also joined some other local counties under a flood watch from this evening through Saturday evening as Hurricane Isaias moves closer to landfall.  Locally heavy rainfall is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-for-some-local-counties-tropical-storm-warning-for-others/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wind-advisory-for-some-local-counties-tropical-storm-warning-for-others/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tropical-storm-watch-for-winston-and-neshoba-flood-watch-for-other-local-counties/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tropical-storm-watch-for-winston-and-neshoba-flood-watch-for-other-local-counties/ MIAMI (AP) — Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 hurricane as it barreled toward the U.S. Gulf Coast on Thursday, prompting orders for tourists to abandon beaches for safer spots inland, sending locals scurrying for gas and groceries and leading fishing crews to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-strengthens-into-category-2-hurricane-on-collision-course-with-the-gulf-coast/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-strengthens-into-category-2-hurricane-on-collision-course-with-the-gulf-coast/ PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — Residents along the U.S. Gulf Coast boarded up windows and picked up last-minute supplies on Friday as Isaias strengthened into a major hurricane and carved a path toward the Alabama-Florida line.The Category 3 hurricane — the first of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-closes-in-on-the-us-gulf-coast-as-a-dangerous-category-3-hurricane/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaias-closes-in-on-the-us-gulf-coast-as-a-dangerous-category-3-hurricane/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-isaias-is-expected-to-strengthen-as-it-barrels-toward-the-us-gulf-coast/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-isaias-is-expected-to-strengthen-as-it-barrels-toward-the-us-gulf-coast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flood-watch-extended-to-attala-county/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/flood-watch-extended-to-attala-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-fires-in-attala-thursday-afternoon/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-fires-in-attala-thursday-afternoon/  WILLIAM E CHIPLEY, 70, Disorderly Conduct – Disturbing the Peace, Willful or Malicious Trespass, LCSO.  Bond $500, $500.
 DEVON L CRISLER, 32, of Walnut Grove, Burglary of a Commercial Building or Vehicle, Bench Warrant – Walnut Grove Municipal Court, WGPD.  Bond $2,500, $2,000.
 SH]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-shoplifting-and-dui-child-endangerment-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-shoplifting-and-dui-child-endangerment-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ People throughout the community showed up to donate and help grant wishes for critically ill children in our local communities. You can also donate by clicking here!The “Jail & Bail” portion of the Make-A-Wish MS Radiothons is always a crowd favorite. Local officials and community members were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-than-7000-raised-for-make-a-wish-ms-in-philadelphia/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-than-7000-raised-for-make-a-wish-ms-in-philadelphia/ Best-selling author John Grisham said Wednesday that journalism plays a critical role in Mississippi and the nation.Grisham, the keynote speaker at Mississippi Today’s 10th Anniversary Celebration, told an audience of more than 200 people that the work of journalis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/journalism-exposes-the-corruption-of-the-system-john-grisham-says/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/journalism-exposes-the-corruption-of-the-system-john-grisham-says/ Scott Colom, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, is calling for a temporary suspension of the federal 18.4-cents-a-gallon gasoline tax as fuel prices continue to climb. “Mississippi families are watching their gas and grocery costs increase while their pay]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-candidate-colom-calls-for-suspending-federal-gas-tax/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-candidate-colom-calls-for-suspending-federal-gas-tax/ The event, hosted in partnership with Franks Chevrolet and the Kosy Cruisers Car Club, will benefit Pilots for Patients, an organization that provides free air transportation for patients in need of specialized medical care. Local pilots Stephen Franks and Ryan Lindsey regularly volunteer with the organization to fly individuals from Mississip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pilots-for-patients-fly-in-and-car-show-coming-to-kosciusko-airport-october-17/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pilots-for-patients-fly-in-and-car-show-coming-to-kosciusko-airport-october-17/  
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – October 8, 2026 appeared]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-8-2026/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-8-2026/ Mayor Tim Kyle emphasized that the cameras serve as a vital investigative tool, aiding in hit-and-run investigations, local thefts, and regional Amber Alerts. Under current police procedures, system access is strictly restricted to the police chief and two investigators, with all searches requiring an assigned case number.
To address nat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-aldermen-to-review-department-guidelines-for-license-plate-readerscameras/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-aldermen-to-review-department-guidelines-for-license-plate-readerscameras/ Philanthropists Laurene Powell Jobs and Darren Walker said Wednesday night at Mississippi Today’s 10th Anniversary Celebration that they believe it’s important to invest in the people who are building sustainable community solutions, and that’s why they]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-speak-about-community-solutions-and-local-journalism/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-speak-about-community-solutions-and-local-journalism/ Philanthropists Laurene Powell Jobs and Darren Walker said Wednesday night at Mississippi Today’s 10th Anniversary Celebration that they believe it’s important to invest in the people who are building sustainable community solutions, and that’s why they]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-focus-on-community-solutions-and-local-journalism/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-focus-on-community-solutions-and-local-journalism/ OXFORD — Authorities dismantled a “major” Mississippi drug and gun trafficking ring after arresting 14 suspects in Greenville, Leland and Tupelo late last month, federal officials announced Wednesday.Officials said the arrests targeted street dealers in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/feds-announce-takedown-of-major-drug-and-gun-trafficking-ring-after-string-of-arrests-in-delta-tupelo/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/feds-announce-takedown-of-major-drug-and-gun-trafficking-ring-after-string-of-arrests-in-delta-tupelo/ The Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board will have a new leader come January. What remains uncertain is whether the board has information it needs to resolve an issue that has loomed for months: whether to revoke the charter of SR1 College Preparatory and STE]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dysfunction-continues-at-canton-charter-school-while-its-fate-remains-unclear/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dysfunction-continues-at-canton-charter-school-while-its-fate-remains-unclear/ Curtis Flowers, a Black man whose six trials for murder in Mississippi became a landmark case for racial bias in jury selection, has died, according to the Montgomery County coroner. Flowers was 56.His cause of death was not immediately released. Montgomery Cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-wrongly-imprisoned-enduring-six-trials-dead-at-56/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-wrongly-imprisoned-enduring-six-trials-dead-at-56/ Curtis Flowers, a Black man whose six trials for murder in Mississippi became a landmark case for racial bias in jury selection, has died, according to the Montgomery County coroner. Flowers was 56.His cause of death was not immediately released. Montgomery Cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-wrongly-imprisoned-after-enduring-six-trials-dies-at-56/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/curtis-flowers-wrongly-imprisoned-after-enduring-six-trials-dies-at-56/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-dismisses-tameshia-sheltons-murder-indictment/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-dismisses-tameshia-sheltons-murder-indictment/ SOUTHAVEN — Organizations linked to Elon Musk donated more than $3 million to the Southaven Police Department between December and February, as Musk’s SpaceXAI sought approval for a data center in the city amid increasing public hostility toward the artificia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/southaven-police-department-took-millions-from-musk-backed-companies-it-wanted-drones-and-flock-cameras/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/southaven-police-department-took-millions-from-musk-backed-companies-it-wanted-drones-and-flock-cameras/ SOUTHAVEN — Organizations linked to Elon Musk donated more than $3 million to the Southaven Police Department between December and February, as Musk’s SpaceXAI sought approval for a data center in the city amid increasing public hostility toward the artificia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/southaven-police-department-took-millions-from-musk-backed-companies-for-drones-and-flock-cameras/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/southaven-police-department-took-millions-from-musk-backed-companies-for-drones-and-flock-cameras/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-expected-to-hit-coast-this-weekend-forecasters-say/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-expected-to-hit-coast-this-weekend-forecasters-say/ A partir del primero de octubre, varios grupos de inmigrantes que residen legalmente en el país, entre ellos los refugiados y los solicitantes de asilo que no tienen un permiso de residencia  permanente, perderán cobertura de Medicaid (asistencia m&eac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/los-refugiados-y-los-solicitantes-de-asilo-perdern-cobertura-de-medicaid-el-primero-de-octubre/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/los-refugiados-y-los-solicitantes-de-asilo-perdern-cobertura-de-medicaid-el-primero-de-octubre/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/its-torture-trans-immigrant-detainees-allege-experiencing-abuse-medical-neglect-at-jena-immigration-detention-center/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/its-torture-trans-immigrant-detainees-allege-experiencing-abuse-medical-neglect-at-jena-immigration-detention-center/ Mississippi Blood Services is calling on all eligible donors to give blood as it struggles with a severe supply shortage.Donors of every blood type are needed.Kasey Dickson, Mississippi Blood Services director of marketing and public relations, explained that it’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alert-mississippi-blood-services-seeks-donors-to-ease-shortage/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alert-mississippi-blood-services-seeks-donors-to-ease-shortage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-threats-in-nolan-wells-case-and-a-lawsuit/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-threats-in-nolan-wells-case-and-a-lawsuit/ Leaders from business, government, education, philanthropy and journalism will gather in Jackson for Mississippi Today’s second annual “All In on Mississippi” summit, an afternoon of conversations about the forces shaping the state’s future.The su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/all-in-on-mississippi-returns-thursday-heres-the-schedule-and-how-to-get-last-minute-tickets/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/all-in-on-mississippi-returns-thursday-heres-the-schedule-and-how-to-get-last-minute-tickets/ It is unclear from scanner traffic whether any intruders were located when deputies arrived. We will provide updates if any new information is made available.
The pos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/possible-break-in-at-hannah-heights-apartments-in-ethel/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/possible-break-in-at-hannah-heights-apartments-in-ethel/  SOLVIA LESHANNE COTTON, 45, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 JACOB DUBOSE, 22, of Lumberton, DUI – Test Refusal, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 ZAKI O ELNAHAM, 39, of Philadelphia, Trafficking in a Controlled Substa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drug-trafficking-duis-assault-and-shoplifting-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drug-trafficking-duis-assault-and-shoplifting-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/ The competition will still take place at the Carmack Community Center, located at 24452 Highway 35 North in West.
Pre-registration is still open and will run through Nov. 6. On the day of the event, registration will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., with shooting beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The entry fee is $50 per person, and awards will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-carmack-community-skeet-shoot-competition-rescheduled-due-to-weather/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-carmack-community-skeet-shoot-competition-rescheduled-due-to-weather/ CANTON — Kristen Williams was excited to co-lead Mississippi’s first charter school geared toward the sciences.When SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy opened in 2023, she became the inaugural provost. She told Chief Executive Officer and Founder Tamu Gr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/charter-school-in-canton-opened-with-a-stem-focus-but-no-full-time-stem-teachers-it-has-had-many-more-problems/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/charter-school-in-canton-opened-with-a-stem-focus-but-no-full-time-stem-teachers-it-has-had-many-more-problems/ If you need to travel around the closure, you can take Highway 12 to access Attala Road 4121.
Plans are underway to repair the bridge. We will provide updates as more information on the repairs and reopening becomes available.
The post Attala Road 4110 Bridge Closure appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-road-4110-bridge-closure/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-road-4110-bridge-closure/ Derived from a Southeast Asian tree, Kratom produces stimulant effects at lower doses and opioid-like effects in higher quantities. Because the substance is not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), health officials warn that products sold in convenie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-kosciusko-aldermen-evaluate-kratom-ban-ordinance-amid-rising-concerns/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-kosciusko-aldermen-evaluate-kratom-ban-ordinance-amid-rising-concerns/ Audio: 
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The post Minute with the Mayor – October 7, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-october-7-2026/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-october-7-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-7-2026/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-october-7-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tropical-storm-forms-in-the-gulf-expected-to-become-a-hurricane/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tropical-storm-forms-in-the-gulf-expected-to-become-a-hurricane/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricanetropical-storm-warnings-issued-for-ms-coast/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricanetropical-storm-warnings-issued-for-ms-coast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-watch-issued-for-ms-coast/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-watch-issued-for-ms-coast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-watch-continues-for-ms-coast/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hurricane-watch-continues-for-ms-coast/ The trial of two former Capitol Police officers accused of unlawfully opening fire on a car and shooting a passenger in the head has been delayed for at least the ninth time, Hinds County Courthouse staff said.The white former officers, Michael Lamar Rhinewalt and Jeffer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-is-delayed-again-for-two-former-capitol-police-officers-accused-in-shootings/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-is-delayed-again-for-two-former-capitol-police-officers-accused-in-shootings/ Phil Buffington, a Madison attorney involved in conservative politics and chairman of the Mississippi Tort Claims Board, announced on Tuesday that he will run for state auditor next year in the Republican primary. Buffington, a partner at Balch and Bingham LLP, advi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/madison-attorney-phil-buffington-announces-run-for-state-auditor/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/madison-attorney-phil-buffington-announces-run-for-state-auditor/ Even though state Sen. Johnny DuPree was elected last year to represent portions of Forrest and Lamar counties in the Legislature, he’s now trying to represent a new area of the state. DuPree announced on Monday that he’s qualifying to run in a special e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-mess-sen-johnny-dupree-just-elected-to-one-seat-running-for-another/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-mess-sen-johnny-dupree-just-elected-to-one-seat-running-for-another/ Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful ideas to be shared about our state’s past, present and future. Opinions expressed in guest essays are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of Mississippi Today. You can read more about th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-jury-report-should-not-be-the-end-of-nolan-wells-investigation-human-rights-advocate-argues/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-jury-report-should-not-be-the-end-of-nolan-wells-investigation-human-rights-advocate-argues/ Gov. Tate Reeves has announced that Mississippi would not enforce dyed diesel prohibitions on highways after President Donald Trump signed an executive order to try to lower the soaring cost of the fuel.   This would mean diesel, which has shot up to more]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-waives-diesel-tax-enforcement-after-trump-order/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-waives-diesel-tax-enforcement-after-trump-order/ RANKIN COUNTY — Cherie Reiff said she turned to a friend for a place to stay after losing her housing. While trying to enroll her children in school, she faced questions about how to establish residency without her name on the lease.Christine Hawthorne described a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/housing-unstable-what-mississippi-families-should-know-about-school-enrollment/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/housing-unstable-what-mississippi-families-should-know-about-school-enrollment/ According to the Philadelphia Police Chief, Eric Lyons, officers executed multiple search and arrest warrants beginning around 5:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1. The warrants stemmed from an investigation into the alleged sale and distribution of illegal controlled substances and other illegal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multi-agency-operation-leads-to-four-arrests-in-philadelphia/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multi-agency-operation-leads-to-four-arrests-in-philadelphia/  JOHN TYLER COGHLAN, 32, of Carthage, Felony Child Abuse, NCSO.  Bond $5,000.
 CHRISTY DELAP, 52, of Philadelphia, Bench Warrant – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 MOHAMAD O ELNAHAM, 19, of Philadelphia, Transfer, Distribution, or Possession of a Controlled Substance, with Intent to Sell, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 KEONA RICHES FOSTER, 31, of Phila]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-felony-dui-and-drug-possession-with-intent-to-sell-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-felony-dui-and-drug-possession-with-intent-to-sell-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/national-park-service-should-investigate-nolan-wells-death-congresswomen-say/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/national-park-service-should-investigate-nolan-wells-death-congresswomen-say/ According to the Mississippi Forestry Commission: Anything with an open flame that produces an ember is not allowed during a burn ban. The wind can carry floating embers away from the original fire and start a spot fire up to one-half mile away from the burning area. This includes:Campfires
Bonfires
Fire pits
Fire rings
Burn barrels
Debris burning
Field burningThe post Burn Ban Now in E]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-now-in-effect-for-attala/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burn-ban-now-in-effect-for-attala/ More than a year after breaking ground, Jackson residents and city officials gathered Monday morning to celebrate the opening of Farish Street Green and Urban Forest, a project that has transformed a once-vacant lot in one of the city’s historic neighborhoods into]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farish-street-gets-breath-of-fresh-air-with-new-green-space/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farish-street-gets-breath-of-fresh-air-with-new-green-space/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farish-street-gets-a-breath-of-fresh-air-with-new-green-space/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farish-street-gets-a-breath-of-fresh-air-with-new-green-space/ The chase traveled from Attala Road 4114 toward Attala Road 4221 before continuing onto Highway 12 toward Kosciusko. The pursuit passed through McAdams before turning onto Attala Road 4167. The vehicle stopped on Attala Road 4101, and the driver]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/driver-flees-deputies-during-sunday-night-chase-in-attala/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/driver-flees-deputies-during-sunday-night-chase-in-attala/ SCOTLANDVILLE, La. — If you cross the Mississippi River on the Huey P. Long-O.K. Allen Bridge, pass the Exxon Refinery, then head north for a few minutes, you’ll find a pocket of Louisiana that’s unlike any other place in America’s never-ending ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-black-community-in-louisiana-faces-a-future-without-a-champion-in-congress-after-redistricting/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-black-community-in-louisiana-faces-a-future-without-a-champion-in-congress-after-redistricting/ A panel of state lawmakers heard from 11 state agency leaders on Thursday and Friday about their proposed spending for fiscal year 2028.Nearly every agency asked for more money as legislators begin the work of setting a more than $7 billion state budget.The Joint Legisla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-agencies-ask-for-more-money-as-lawmakers-begin-work-on-7b-budget/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-agencies-ask-for-more-money-as-lawmakers-begin-work-on-7b-budget/  TREY R BOATMAN, 32, of Durant, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, Improper Equipment, KPD.  Bond $5,000, $0, $400.
 JAMES H DUNCAN, 55, of Kosciusko, Trespass after Notice of Non-Permission, KPD.  Bond $1,000.
 PATRICK D FLETCHER, 44, of Kosciusko, Hold – Detainer KPD, Hold – Detainer MDOC,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-trespassing-duis-and-drugs-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-trespassing-duis-and-drugs-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has posted a steady stream of food recalls, following a summer with historic rates of cyclospora-induced illnesses and several products with potential salmonella contamination. Mississippi Today talked to food safety experts to learn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lettuce-is-safe-to-eat-says-mississippi-epidemiologist-and-food-safety-questions-answered/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lettuce-is-safe-to-eat-says-mississippi-epidemiologist-and-food-safety-questions-answered/ A reminder to all Kicks Picks players: The entry deadline will once again be Thursday this week due to several games being played Thursday night. Be sure to get your picks in early!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Frida]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-6-winner-is-eddie-duncan-of-kosciusko/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-6-winner-is-eddie-duncan-of-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carthage-makes-wish-tory-and-its-coming-to-netflix-sorta-audio-video/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carthage-makes-wish-tory-and-its-coming-to-netflix-sorta-audio-video/ The post Photo gallery: Attala County Fall/Halloween decorations appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-attala-county-fallhalloween-decorations/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-attala-county-fallhalloween-decorations/ Friday, Oct. 9, Breezy 103’s Breck Riley and Gina Kavali will broadcast live on location from Kangaroo Crossing on Highway 12 in Kosciusko from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The event brings the community together to raise vital funds for wish kids across central Mississippi.
A crowd-fav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/breezy-103-make-a-wish-radiothon-returns-oct-9/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/breezy-103-make-a-wish-radiothon-returns-oct-9/  QWAANIESHA N HARMON, 32, of West, Hold – Detainer LCSO, Bench Warrant – Leake County Circuit Court, Bond Surrender, LCSO.  Bond N/A, N/A, $5,500.
 DANIEL H HUNTLEY, 22, of Ackerman, Possession of Paraphernalia, LCSO.  Bond $1,000.
 WILLIAM MONCRIEF, 49, of Newton, No Insurance, DUI – 1st, Lighting Eq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attempted-murder-and-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attempted-murder-and-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/  QWAANIESHA N HARMON, 32, of West, Hold – Detainer LCSO, Bench Warrant – Leake County Circuit Court, Bond Surrender, LCSO.  Bond N/A, N/A, $5,500.
 DANIEL H HUNTLEY, 22, of Ackerman, Possession of Paraphernalia, LCSO.  Bond $1,000.
 WILLIAM MONCRIEF, 49, of Newton, No Insurance, DUI – 1st, Lighting Eq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attempt-murder-and-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attempt-murder-and-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ The rookie third-round pick gets the nod following injuries to starting right tackle Lane Johnson and backup Fred Johnson.
Before earning third-team All-ACC honors at the University of Miami, where he started 16 games without allowing a sack, the 6-foot-9, 346-pound lineman developed into the nation’s top junior college prospect while playing in Goodman for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-holmes-cc-star-markel-bell-to-make-first-nfl-start-today-for-philadelphia-eagles/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-holmes-cc-star-markel-bell-to-make-first-nfl-start-today-for-philadelphia-eagles/ The process of developing a state budget for Mississippi is never-ending. There are steps in the process occuring nearly year-round.Work in earnest – at least the work seen by the public – began last week on Mississippi’s $32-plus billion state budget t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-state-budget-wheels-go-round-and-round/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-state-budget-wheels-go-round-and-round/ They responded quickly when called out just before 9:30 a.m. after a woman called and said her place was on fire.
When firefighters arrived they reported everyone who had been inside was outside in the yard. No injuries were reported.
The fire was reported out within about 15 minutes.
The post Mobile Home Bur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mobile-home-burns-saturday-morning/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mobile-home-burns-saturday-morning/ The person who called it in was concerned that a mobile home they knew to be in the same area might be in danger.
The call came in to dispatchers about 2:20 p.m. The fire was along Hwy. 429.
When firefighters got there they did not report any structures were in danger and they reported the fire contained within a half hour of the initial call.
The post Woods Fire in the Sallis Area Early Saturday appeared fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-in-the-sallis-area-early-saturday/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-in-the-sallis-area-early-saturday/ The person who called it in reported the fire in the woods, but was concerned about a mobile home that was in the same part of the woods.
The fire was along Hwy. 429 and was called in about 2:20 a.m.
Firefighters did not report any structures in danger when they arrived and reported the fire was contained withing a half hour of the initial call.
The post Woods Fire Put Out Early Saturday appeared first on Br]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-put-out-early-saturday/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-put-out-early-saturday/ Dispatchers got an automatic notification and confirmed the wreck, which was about 11 p.m. on Hwy. 14 east near Doty Springs Church and the intersection with Hwy. 411.
Once deputies arrived they confirmed the wreck, but said there were no major injuries and fire and ambulance crews were turned around.
Only one car was involved in the wreck.
The post Car Flips in Friday Night Wreck appeared first o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/car-flips-in-friday-night-wreck/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/car-flips-in-friday-night-wreck/ One, for all his remarkable ability and his accomplishments to date, Taylor is 19 years young and will not turn 20 until F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crimson-tide-makes-short-work-of-previously-unbeaten-bulldogs-and-a-hobbled-kamario-taylor/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crimson-tide-makes-short-work-of-previously-unbeaten-bulldogs-and-a-hobbled-kamario-taylor/ Ethel struck first in the opening quarter when Zantavious Clark capped a drive with a 7-yard touchdown run and followed up with the two-point conversion to put the Tigers up 8-0. McAdams responded before the quarter ended with a 4-yard touchdown run by Jayden Young to cut the deficit to 8-6.
The back-and-forth action]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-holds-off-mcadams-21-18-in-attala-county-super-bowl-thriller/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-holds-off-mcadams-21-18-in-attala-county-super-bowl-thriller/ NEW YORK (AP) — Two months past his 90th birthday, Buddy Guy is still up for a little bragging, a lot of cursing and a long night of partying.The blues great was celebrated Thursday night with a sold-out show at Radio City Music Hall in New York, where a lineup of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/buddy-guy-celebrated-at-radio-city-music-hall-with-a-sold-out-buddys-got-the-blues-show/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/buddy-guy-celebrated-at-radio-city-music-hall-with-a-sold-out-buddys-got-the-blues-show/ The Mississippi Division of Medicaid asked lawmakers for a roughly $179 million increase in state spending for the coming fiscal year after receiving a steep increase last year that squeezed other parts of the state’s budget. The proposed increase for the fisc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-medicaid-seeks-179m-budget-increase-less-than-in-2025/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-medicaid-seeks-179m-budget-increase-less-than-in-2025/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/christa-pike-on-a-ventilator-and-unconscious-after-failed-execution-in-tennessee-attorneys-say/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/christa-pike-on-a-ventilator-and-unconscious-after-failed-execution-in-tennessee-attorneys-say/ A father and son have been arrested for selling packages of kratom tied to the overdose deaths of two University of Mississippi students, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District announced Friday. Store clerk Yahya Mohamed Mosleh, 51, and Islam Yah]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/father-and-son-arrested-in-ole-miss-kratom-suspected-deaths/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/father-and-son-arrested-in-ole-miss-kratom-suspected-deaths/ The Whippets ran the first quarter with a score of 14-0, and 21-0 at the half.  Continuing their shutout, it was 35-0 after the third quarter and 48-0 for the final.
The offensive line was named the Autumn Ridge Players of the Game.  Now, that is something to smile about!
Next week will arguably be the regular season game of the year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-shuts-out-gentry-in-first-game-of-region-play/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-shuts-out-gentry-in-first-game-of-region-play/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-brain-drain-problem-starts-with-the-first-job-ceo-says/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-brain-drain-problem-starts-with-the-first-job-ceo-says/ Hinds County may soon end its six-year arrangement providing a temporary morgue space to handle a backlog of unclaimed bodies that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and a rise in homicides. Robert Graham, president of the Hinds County Board of Supervisors, said the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-could-lose-off-site-body-storage/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-could-lose-off-site-body-storage/ The “Jail & Bail” portion of the Make-A-Wish MS Radiothons is a crowd favorite, and several local officials and community members were “locked up” today. They were tasked with raising money for their “bail”. Mu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-leake-county-raises-over-1600000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-leake-county-raises-over-1600000-for-make-a-wish-mississippi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-households-could-pay-more-for-energy-because-of-federal-policy-changes/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-households-could-pay-more-for-energy-because-of-federal-policy-changes/ Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Kosciusko vs Gentry appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-gentry/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-gentry/ RULEVILLE – A nonprofit that supports organizations that advance social justice is enabling the expansion of the Fannie Lou Hamer Digital Driving Tour as the country commemorates the 109th anniversary of the civil rights icon’s birth.The Jonathan Logan Family]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grant-will-expand-fannie-lou-hamer-digital-driving-tour/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grant-will-expand-fannie-lou-hamer-digital-driving-tour/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/will-mississippi-better-prepare-for-the-next-winter-storm-officials-are-dubious/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/will-mississippi-better-prepare-for-the-next-winter-storm-officials-are-dubious/ Sitting in a corner of a parking garage underneath the Hinds County Courthouse is an electric golf cart with chrome wheels, white stitching on black seats, and a gray seal on four sides bearing the name of the Hinds County District Attorney’s Office and its former]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/golf-cart-raises-questions-at-hinds-das-office-where-did-the-money-come-from/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/golf-cart-raises-questions-at-hinds-das-office-where-did-the-money-come-from/  JEREMIAH D HALL, 30, of Dallas, TX, DUI – 1st, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, Open Container, CPD.  Bond $1,351, $1,639.25, $674.25, $389.25.
 CLIFFTON HOSKINS, 36, of Kosciusko, Hold for Other Agency – Holmes County Circuit Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 JAMES D LUCAS, 37, of Winona, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possessi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-malicious-mischief-felony-dui-and-felony-drug-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-malicious-mischief-felony-dui-and-felony-drug-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ Tempers flared Thursday at a packed redistricting hearing at the Mississippi Capitol, where a large majority of speakers criticized what they said was a power grab aimed at diminishing Black political power and further entrenching Republican dominance over state politics]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fiery-crowd-caps-redistricting-hearings-opponents-urge-leave-our-maps-alone/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fiery-crowd-caps-redistricting-hearings-opponents-urge-leave-our-maps-alone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-itawamba-indians-31-15/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-itawamba-indians-31-15/ NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Christa Pike was in critical condition but receiving “lifesaving care” at a hospital, her lawyers said Thursday, a day after she survived a failed attempt to execute her for the 1995 murder during what Tennessee’s governor calle]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/christa-pike-is-alive-a-day-after-tennessees-failed-attempt-to-execute-her-her-lawyers-say/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/christa-pike-is-alive-a-day-after-tennessees-failed-attempt-to-execute-her-her-lawyers-say/ A north Mississippi farm worker died of extreme heat exposure in early September amid one of the hottest summers in recent state history. Obed Azahel Hernandez Perez, a 24-year-old man from Mexico, died Sept. 8 from prolonged heat exposure while harvesting sweet pot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-worker-24-dies-of-heat-exposure-in-north-mississippi/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-worker-24-dies-of-heat-exposure-in-north-mississippi/ Mississippi Development Authority Director Bill Cork is stepping down after nearly three years leading the state’s economic development agency. Gov. Tate Reeves called Cork’s sudden departure a “retirement.”During Cork’s tenure, Mississ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/economic-development-chief-leaves-unemployment-workforce-down-mississippi-marketplace/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/economic-development-chief-leaves-unemployment-workforce-down-mississippi-marketplace/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-nominates-jackson-based-lawyer-todd-butler-to-federal-appeals-court/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-nominates-jackson-based-lawyer-todd-butler-to-federal-appeals-court/ Around 4:45 AM, the ACFD was notified of a small brush fire on Attala Rd 5016. It ultimately posed no danger to any structures and was very quickly put out.
Later, at about 3:00 PM, they received another call regarding a fire that started behind a structure and spread into the woods. The firefighters were able to easily douse the blaze and soak the area to prevent rekindling.
Minutes later, around 3:15, another call came]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-fires-thursday-in-attala/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-fires-thursday-in-attala/ Mississippi death row inmate Devin Allen Bennett is expected to appeal his 2003 conviction for his infant son’s death linked to shaken baby syndrome. On Wednesday, the Mississippi Supreme Court unanimously allowed him to go to the Rankin County Circuit Court t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changing-science-behind-shaken-baby-syndrome-may-give-death-row-inmate-reprieve/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changing-science-behind-shaken-baby-syndrome-may-give-death-row-inmate-reprieve/ Mississippi death row inmate Devin Allen Bennett is expected to appeal his 2003 conviction for his infant son’s death linked to shaken baby syndrome. On Wednesday, the Mississippi Supreme Court unanimously allowed him to go to the Rankin County Circuit Court t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changing-science-behind-shaken-baby-syndrome-may-give-death-row-inmate-a-reprieve/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/changing-science-behind-shaken-baby-syndrome-may-give-death-row-inmate-a-reprieve/ PEARL RIVER COUNTY — Pearl River County is working to install license plate readers at four locations along Interstate 59 and other highways amid questions about privacy and how long the data they collect will be kept. County bid documents identify four initia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pearl-river-county-moves-ahead-with-flock-cameras-amid-privacy-concerns/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/pearl-river-county-moves-ahead-with-flock-cameras-amid-privacy-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-scholarship-for-private-school-and-homeschooling-opening-to-most-kids-in-at-least-30-states/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-scholarship-for-private-school-and-homeschooling-opening-to-most-kids-in-at-least-30-states/ U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell’s campaign on Tuesday rejected an accusation that it had violated campaign finance law and asked the Federal Election Commission to close a complaint that Carl Boyanton, an independent opponent, had filed against Ezell. The Ezell campaign]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rep-mike-ezell-campaign-fires-back-at-campaign-finance-complaint-from-challenger/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rep-mike-ezell-campaign-fires-back-at-campaign-finance-complaint-from-challenger/ Kosciusko will travel to Indianola to take on the Gentry High School Rams. The game was originally scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m.
The post Whippets Kick Off Early Friday at Gentry Due to Weather Threat appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-kick-off-early-friday-at-gentry-due-to-weather-threat/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-kick-off-early-friday-at-gentry-due-to-weather-threat/  GAYDEN L CUMBERLAND, 31, of Philadelphia, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, PPD.  Bond $1,000, $800.
 WENDY SUE DIXON, 49, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 AARON HARDY, 21, of Philadelphia, DUI – Other Substance, No Driver’s License, CTED.  Bond $1,500, $300.
 COZY D HUDSON, 53, of Meridian, Failure to Appear, NCSO. ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-felony-drug-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-felony-drug-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/ Registration will be held from 8-9:30 a.m., with the competition beginning at 10 a.m. at the Carmack Community Center, located at 24452 Highway 35 North in West.
The entry fee is $50 per person. Awards will be presented to first, second, and third place winners in each class.
Pre-registration is currently open, with a deadline of Sunday, October 4. Click here to Pre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carmack-community-skeet-shoot-competition-pre-registration-deadline-is-sunday/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carmack-community-skeet-shoot-competition-pre-registration-deadline-is-sunday/ U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey will campaign for Mississippi Democratic Senate candidate Scott Colom on Friday, according to the Colom campaign. The Colom campaign said Booker will kick off his fall travel ahead of the midterms in Mississippi to support Colom a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-cory-booker-to-campaign-for-scott-colom-in-mississippi-senate-race/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-cory-booker-to-campaign-for-scott-colom-in-mississippi-senate-race/ Mississippians can register to vote in the Nov. 3 federal midterm election by mail, at their local county circuit clerk’s offices or Department of Public Safety offices through Monday.The midterm elections will determine control of both chambers of Congress. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/monday-oct-5-is-deadline-for-voter-registration-for-nov-3-midterm-elections-2/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/monday-oct-5-is-deadline-for-voter-registration-for-nov-3-midterm-elections-2/ Mississippians can register to vote in the Nov. 3 federal midterm election by mail, at their local county circuit clerk’s offices or Department of Public Safety offices through Monday.The midterm elections will determine control of both chambers of Congress. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/monday-oct-5-is-deadline-for-voter-registration-for-nov-3-midterm-elections/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/monday-oct-5-is-deadline-for-voter-registration-for-nov-3-midterm-elections/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/greenlee-elementary-fall-festival/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/greenlee-elementary-fall-festival/ Boswell Media Sports’ weekly football pick’em “Kicks Picks” is back for its 23rd season on Breezynews.com and Kicks96news.com.
Make your picks each week for the best high school and college football games in the state. If you get the most right, then you’re a winner.
The weekly winner w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/due-today-its-kicks-picks-make-your-picks-here/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/due-today-its-kicks-picks-make-your-picks-here/  
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – October 1, 2026 appe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-1-2026/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-october-1-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gas-prices-in-ms-starting-to-fall/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gas-prices-in-ms-starting-to-fall/ A Hinds County municipal judge ruled Wednesday that probable cause exists to send to the grand jury the case against Jarques Ratliff in the killing of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old mother who was found hanging in west Jackson.Media organizations, including the Clarion Led]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-finds-probable-cause-in-tasia-fortune-case/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-finds-probable-cause-in-tasia-fortune-case/ A $6 billion data center is being planned for Jefferson Davis County. The developer, Eagle Rock Partners, hosted an informational meeting on Tuesday to talk with people about their concerns and answer questions about the project, which is called the Big Woods Techno]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/6b-data-center-planned-for-jefferson-davis-one-of-the-poorest-counties-in-the-country/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/6b-data-center-planned-for-jefferson-davis-one-of-the-poorest-counties-in-the-country/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mda-chief-bill-cork-resigns-with-little-explanation-reeves-appoints-waldrop/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mda-chief-bill-cork-resigns-with-little-explanation-reeves-appoints-waldrop/ Student Body MaidMolly Steed of Kosciusko
Sophomore MaidsKaylyn Alese McLendon of Winona
Alli Sparks of Kosciusko
Freshman MaidsClaire Sophia Evans of Madison
Mallory Moore of Kosciusko.The post Holmes Community College Goodman Campus 2026 Homecoming Court appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-community-college-goodman-campus-2026-homecoming-court/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-community-college-goodman-campus-2026-homecoming-court/ The Delta Harvest Neighborhood Market is changing its hours as it continues its mission to support Delta farmers and Mississippi shoppers with fresh, locally grown foods.The market is now open monthly rather than weekly. It will open on Oct. 22, Nov. 24, Dec. 23 and Dec.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/delta-harvest-market-adjusts-from-weekly-to-monthly/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/delta-harvest-market-adjusts-from-weekly-to-monthly/ As of Wednesday, September 30, the building is being demolished.
Breezy News spoke with Steve Barnhill, Vice President of Fabrication Services at Ivey Mechanical, who said the building is being torn down due to its deteriorating condition.
According to Barnhill, the building has been vacant for at least]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-whats-happening-at-ivey-mechanical-on-north-wells/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-whats-happening-at-ivey-mechanical-on-north-wells/ The crews were able to make an interior attack on the blaze and quickly contained it, preventing it from destroying the entire home. The house was unoccupied at the time, and no injuries have been reported.
The official cause is undetermined, but it is believed to hav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-fire-tuesday-evening-in-attala/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-fire-tuesday-evening-in-attala/ The state showcase brings together top senior talent from across Mississippi for a North vs. South matchup. Kickoff is set for 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19, at Gulfport High School Stadium.
Fleming earned his all-star nod after anchoring the Bulldogs’ front seven through the first stretch of the season. In four games, the disrupti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mcadams-dl-darrin-fleming-named-to-bernard-blackwell-all-star-roster/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mcadams-dl-darrin-fleming-named-to-bernard-blackwell-all-star-roster/ The showcase pits 40 of Mississippi’s top high school seniors against Alabama’s best. This year’s game is set for Saturday, Dec. 12, at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama.
Wade, a Southern Miss com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-whippets-named-to-msal-all-star-game-roster/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-whippets-named-to-msal-all-star-game-roster/ Hinds County voters will get their first comprehensive look at how the five candidates for district attorney are financing their campaigns just a week before the Nov. 3 special election.Even some of the candidates aren’t sure exactly how much money is in their camp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whos-funding-the-hinds-da-candidates-voters-wont-know-until-a-week-before-nov-3-election/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whos-funding-the-hinds-da-candidates-voters-wont-know-until-a-week-before-nov-3-election/  BRYANNA L FRESHOUR, 25, of Walnut Grove, Bench Warrant – Justice Court, WGPD.  Bond $726.50.
 CHARLIE HEMPHILL, 39, of Louisville, No Insurance, Seatbelt Violation, DUI – Other Substance, LCSO.  Bond $500, $500, $1,000.
 KIERRA J JACKSON, 21, No Insurance, False ID, No Driver’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-false-id-in-carthage-and-leake-arrests/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-false-id-in-carthage-and-leake-arrests/ Firefighter Class 223 of the Mississippi State Fire Academy is making a difference, and twenty-nine (29) members will graduate from the National Fire Protection Association (N]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/firefighters-from-attala-and-philadelphia-graduate-state-fire-academy/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/firefighters-from-attala-and-philadelphia-graduate-state-fire-academy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-30-2026/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-30-2026/ LCSO Lt. Joshua Pinkard
Pinkard was among 265 law enforcement officers who graduated as part of the academy’s 299th session. The class included officers from 44 states and the District of Columbia, as well as 29 international officers representing 28 coun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-lt-joshua-pinkard-makes-history-at-fbi-national-academy/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-lt-joshua-pinkard-makes-history-at-fbi-national-academy/  
Additional charges have been filed against a Carthage man and another from Lena in connection with the boat collision on the Barnett Reservoir that killed a woman earlier this month and sent four other people to the hospital.  Nelson Jimenez and Nathan Rhinewalt are now both facing manslaughter charges in the death of Madison Alford of Lena, along with aggravated boating under the influence charges.  Jimenez is also accused of tamp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/charges-upgraded-in-deadly-boat-crash/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/charges-upgraded-in-deadly-boat-crash/ Boswell Media Sports’ weekly football pick’em “Kicks Picks” is back for its 23rd season on Breezynews.com and Kicks96news.com.
Make your picks each week for the best high school and college football games in the state. If you get the most right, then you’re a winner.
The weekly winner w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/due-thursday-its-kicks-picks-make-your-picks-here/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/due-thursday-its-kicks-picks-make-your-picks-here/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/refugees-asylum-seekers-to-lose-medicaid-coverage-oct-1/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/refugees-asylum-seekers-to-lose-medicaid-coverage-oct-1/ Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Scott Colom said Thursday he accepted invitations from two TV stations to debate and challenged Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith to join him.Flanked by a staffer in an inflatable chicken outfit, Colom told reporters he sent Hyde-Smith&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-challenges-hyde-smith-to-debates-calls-her-chicken/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-challenges-hyde-smith-to-debates-calls-her-chicken/ The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, starting at 6:00 PM at the church grounds.
Designed as a festive celebration for families and neighbors, the event will feature a variety of activities, including:Carnival Games: Interactive games for kids and families.
Prizes: Giveaways and contest prizes throughout the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thomastown-baptist-church-host-carnival-on-the-corner-harvest-festival/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thomastown-baptist-church-host-carnival-on-the-corner-harvest-festival/ WATER VALLEY — “I can’t believe I’m 60 years old,” said Beth Mayeaux to the friends gathered in her Water Valley home’s light-filled, eggshell blue living room. She paused, smiling, as they clapped and cheered.  The education]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/water-valley-womans-birthday-fundraiser-erases-millions-in-medical-debt/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/water-valley-womans-birthday-fundraiser-erases-millions-in-medical-debt/ Women interested in becoming provisional members of the Junior Auxiliary of Kosciusko are encouraged to apply for the upcoming 2026-2027 year.
JA is also hosting an Informational Social at The Carousel House on Sunday, October 4th at 3:00 PM. This social will be a great opportunity for anyone interested in Junior Auxiliary to learn more about the organization, ask questions, and meet s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-junior-auxiliary-of-kosciusko-is-accepting-applications/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-junior-auxiliary-of-kosciusko-is-accepting-applications/ Firefighters were called to the scene at approximately 11:13 a.m. after a burn pile from about a week ago rekindled and spread into the surrounding woods. The fire caused minor damage to a nearby shed.
ACFD Chief Tim Cox urges residents to avoid outdoor burning at this time as conditions are very dry and not ideal for burning.
The post Attala Fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-fire-chief-cautions-against-burning-after-woods-fire-rekindles/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-fire-chief-cautions-against-burning-after-woods-fire-rekindles/ This is being done in preparation for the fall festivities, such as the Hayride on Thursday, October 1, and the Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 24, from 9-4. The KAP will be releasing more information on its Facebook page soon.The post Ko]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-decorates-the-square-for-fall/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-decorates-the-square-for-fall/ Anyone who sees Simmons or with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Kosciusko Police Department at (662) 289-3131 or Central MS Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS(8477). You can also easily submit a tip online by clicking here. All Central MS Crime Stoppers s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-kosciusko-teen-has-been-found-safe/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-kosciusko-teen-has-been-found-safe/ Anyone who sees Simmons or with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Kosciusko Police Department at (662) 289-3131 or Central MS Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS(8477). You can also easily submit a tip online by clicking here. All Central MS Crime Stoppers submissions are comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/missing-15-year-old-trentaeveus-simmons-of-kosciusko/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/missing-15-year-old-trentaeveus-simmons-of-kosciusko/  HAYDEN M BURNS, 25, of Kosciusko, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, PPD.  Bond $1,000, $800.
 STEVEN A DISON, 30, of Philadelphia, Felony Pursuit, NCSO.  Bond $15,000.
 CHLOE FULTON, 22, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 QUINTON HENSON, 60, of Union, DUI – 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-drugs-and-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-drugs-and-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ HATTIESBURG — Katie Herndon, curator of the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at the University of Southern Mississippi, opens a box and pulls out several original illustrations of “Curious George.” They are as fresh and captivatin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/childrens-lit-collection-at-university-of-southern-mississippi-hits-60-and-still-growing/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/childrens-lit-collection-at-university-of-southern-mississippi-hits-60-and-still-growing/ The post Wild]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildfire-risk-locally-today/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildfire-risk-locally-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-clears-1-former-capitol-police-officer-in-a-2022-killing-but-cant-reach-verdict-on-the-other/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-clears-1-former-capitol-police-officer-in-a-2022-killing-but-cant-reach-verdict-on-the-other/ The manslaughter trial for two former Capitol Police officers in the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Jackson man ended Monday with both men walking free.After nearly five hours of deliberation, a Hinds County jury deadlocked on whether to convict Michael Lamar Rhinewalt,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-clears-1-former-capitol-police-officer-in-a-2022-killing-ags-office-drops-case-against-the-other-when-jury-couldnt-reach-a-verdict/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-clears-1-former-capitol-police-officer-in-a-2022-killing-ags-office-drops-case-against-the-other-when-jury-couldnt-reach-a-verdict/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/board-presses-for-a-recommendation-on-canton-charter-schools-fate/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/board-presses-for-a-recommendation-on-canton-charter-schools-fate/ Source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/5-million-bond-set-for-3rd-suspect-in-tasia-fortune-killing-as-jackson-police-say-more-arrests-may-come/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/5-million-bond-set-for-3rd-suspect-in-tasia-fortune-killing-as-jackson-police-say-more-arrests-may-come/ Source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-right-to-contraception-must-be-protected-lawmakers-write/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-right-to-contraception-must-be-protected-lawmakers-write/ Source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/can-mississippi-state-turn-the-tide-in-this-case-both-the-tide-of-history-and-the-crimson-one/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/can-mississippi-state-turn-the-tide-in-this-case-both-the-tide-of-history-and-the-crimson-one/ Source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-supervisors-boost-long-underfunded-public-defenders-budget-by-600k-marking-one-of-the-largest-investments-in-the-last-decade/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-supervisors-boost-long-underfunded-public-defenders-budget-by-600k-marking-one-of-the-largest-investments-in-the-last-decade/ Source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/could-disaster-recovery-include-protecting-women-from-domestic-abuse-and-exploitation/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/could-disaster-recovery-include-protecting-women-from-domestic-abuse-and-exploitation/ 09-23-2026, Michael Lee Moudy, a 49 yo W/M from Kosciusko, Mississippi, was arrested for Trespassing by Lt. Townsend.
09-23-2026, Georgia Q Wyatt, a 35 yo B/F from Kosciusko, Mississippi, was arrested for Failure to Appear in Court by Capt. Clark.
09-24-2026, Adrian Lamar Sharkey, a 34 yo B/M from Kosciusko, Mississippi, was arrested for Shoplifting, Second Offense by]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespassing-shoplifting-and-drug-possession-among-recent-kosciusko-arrests/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespassing-shoplifting-and-drug-possession-among-recent-kosciusko-arrests/ Dustin Yarborough
Dustin Yarborough, 33, was charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia, and domestic violence-simple assault.
Amanda Bland
Amanda Bland, 39, was charged with felony p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-police-make-multiple-arrests-over-the-weekend/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-police-make-multiple-arrests-over-the-weekend/ The property owner was attempting to extinguish the flames when firefighters arrived. Crews quickly contained the blaze to less than a quarter of an acre. No injuries or property damage were reported.
The fire reignited on Tuesday morning, but the firefighters were able to recontain the flames in about half an hour.
The post ACFD Called to Out of C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acfd-called-to-out-of-control-trash-fire-monday-morning-reignites-tuesday-morning/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acfd-called-to-out-of-control-trash-fire-monday-morning-reignites-tuesday-morning/ The property owner was attempting to extinguish the flames when firefighters arrived. Crews quickly contained the blaze to less than a quarter of an acre. No injuries or property damage were reported.
The post ACFD Called to Out of Control Trash Fire Monday Morning appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acfd-called-to-out-of-control-trash-fire-monday-morning/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acfd-called-to-out-of-control-trash-fire-monday-morning/  AMANDA BLAND, 39, of Gautier, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, KPD.  Bond $20,000, $1,400.
 ANTHONY L BROADNAX, 43, of Durant, Felony DUI, Revoked or Suspended Driver’s License, Possession of Marijuana, ACSO.  Bond $10,000, $1,000, $1,000.
 CORY A HUGHES, 60, of Jackson, Hold for Other Agency – Attala Justice Cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-domestic-violence-felony-dui-and-many-felony-drug-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-domestic-violence-felony-dui-and-many-felony-drug-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/ Congratulations Chris, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week 2 picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande Bluetooth Speaker from Ozark Ag S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-5-winner-is-chris-marble-of-carthage/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-5-winner-is-chris-marble-of-carthage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-global-legacy-built-in-mississippi-corolla-celebrates-60-years/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-global-legacy-built-in-mississippi-corolla-celebrates-60-years/ Following a scoreless opening frame, Ethel broke the ice in the second quarter when Clark scooped up a fumble and returned it 55 yards for a touchdown. Caden Merritt punched in the two-point conversion to give the Tigers an 8-0 halftime lead.
Ethel’s defense continued to lock down FCA throughout the second half, keeping the Sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-grind-out-16-0-shutout-win-over-fca/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-grind-out-16-0-shutout-win-over-fca/  KIRK RO COMPTON, 69, of Thomasville, AL, Indictment, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 NICOLAS FELIPE GASPER, 35, of Northport, AL, No Proof of Insurance, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $0, $0.
 ANTHONY DORAL HARRIS, 41, of Preston, Hold for Drug Court, NCSO. Bond $0.
 WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER HILL, 64, of Kosciusko, Indictment, Possession of a Controlled Substance, DUI – 1st, Possession of Paraphernalia, No I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-drugs-and-domestic-violence-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-drugs-and-domestic-violence-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/politicians-superpower-might-allow-them-to-avoid-blame-for-rising-healthcare-costs/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/politicians-superpower-might-allow-them-to-avoid-blame-for-rising-healthcare-costs/ The call caqme in at 6:25 a.m. anbd when firefighters arrived they discovered the pole at the intersection of Attala Rd. 5210 and King Rd. on fire from the ground to the top.
But, the power line was not down.
Entergy was called to help take care of the power issue.
The post Light Pole Reported on Fire in Ethel appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/light-pole-reported-on-fire-in-ethel/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/light-pole-reported-on-fire-in-ethel/ Attala County deputies and Attala County firefighters were called out just before 7 p.m. to Hwy. 12 near McAdams High School for a two-car wreck, with one person possibly trapped inside one of the cars.
When firefighters arrived they discovered one of the lanes blocked and that three cars were actually involved in the wreck.
The person who was inside the car was not trapped and was complaining about leg pain.
Two ambulanc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-reported-in-mcadams/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-car-wreck-reported-in-mcadams/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-book-festival-draws-thousands-to-jackson-to-celebrate-the-written-word/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-book-festival-draws-thousands-to-jackson-to-celebrate-the-written-word/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/stone-county-re-entry-program-sees-growing-demand-and-waitlist/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/stone-county-re-entry-program-sees-growing-demand-and-waitlist/  CLAUDIA HERNANDEZ, 45, of Carthage, No Driver’s License, No Insurance, Hold for ICE, CPD.  Bond $438, $438, N/A.
 JAMES S MCDONALD, 53, of Grenada, Seatbelt Violation, Revoked or Suspended Driver’s License, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, CPD.  Bond $72, $498, N/A.
 DAVID J PEREZ-GOMEZ, 33, No Driver’s License, No Insurance, Hold for ICE, Speeding, CPD.  Bond $438,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dui-trespassing-and-felony-possession-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dui-trespassing-and-felony-possession-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-police-link-tasia-fortune-killing-to-drug-dispute/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-police-link-tasia-fortune-killing-to-drug-dispute/ The Chargers scored first with a touchdown late in the first quarter. The Whippets immediately answered with their own touchdown.  Adding another, the home team was up 13-7 first quarter.  With scoring on both sides, the half time score was 30-21, Kosciusko.
The home team dominated the second half with a final of 58-27.
LD McBride and Rowdy Rone wer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-gators-under-the-friday-night-lights/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-gators-under-the-friday-night-lights/ The Chargers scored first with a touchdown late in the first quarter. The Whippets immediately answered with their own touchdown.  Adding another, the home team was up 13-7 first quarter.  With scoring on both sides, the half time score was 30-21, Kosciusko.
The Whippets dominated the second half with a final of 58-27.
LD McBride and Rowdy Rone were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-chargers-under-the-friday-night-lights/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-chargers-under-the-friday-night-lights/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marshall-ramsey-farming-and-fuming/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marshall-ramsey-farming-and-fuming/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-attendance-law-brings-new-rules-for-student-absences/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-attendance-law-brings-new-rules-for-student-absences/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-capitol-police-officers-testify-in-their-manslaughter-trial/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-capitol-police-officers-testify-in-their-manslaughter-trial/ Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Kosciusko vs Choctaw County appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-choctaw-county/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-choctaw-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/candidates-for-hinds-district-attorney-spar-over-corruption-dysfunction-and-jail-crowding/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/candidates-for-hinds-district-attorney-spar-over-corruption-dysfunction-and-jail-crowding/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sierra-club-report-clean-energy-fail-to-make-the-grade-in-mississippi/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sierra-club-report-clean-energy-fail-to-make-the-grade-in-mississippi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sierra-club-report-clean-energy-efforts-fail-to-make-the-grade-in-mississippi/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sierra-club-report-clean-energy-efforts-fail-to-make-the-grade-in-mississippi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-rep-trent-kelly-running-for-top-gop-spot-on-house-armed-services-committee/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-rep-trent-kelly-running-for-top-gop-spot-on-house-armed-services-committee/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/priest-to-death-row-inmates-urges-mississippi-to-repeal-nitrogen-as-form-of-execution/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/priest-to-death-row-inmates-urges-mississippi-to-repeal-nitrogen-as-form-of-execution/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-governor-awarded-more-than-104-million-to-improve-rural-healthcare-in-mississippi-where-is-the-money-going/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-governor-awarded-more-than-104-million-to-improve-rural-healthcare-in-mississippi-where-is-the-money-going/ In this part of central Mississippi, countywide averages range from $3.95 in Leake to $3.97 in Holmes and Montgomery, $4.05 in Neshoba and Winston, $4.07 in Chocta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/average-gas-price-in-ms-now-at-4/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/average-gas-price-in-ms-now-at-4/  DOUGLAS I CLEMONS, 27, of Philadelphia, Public Drunk, Disorderly Conduct – Failure to Comply with LEO, False ID, Resisting Arrest, PPD.  Bond $500, $500, $500, $500.
 DEBBIE ELLINGBURG, 55, of Philadelphia, Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Evidence, NCSO.  Bond $0, $0.
 MICHAEL GULLY, 56, of Philadelphia, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, PPD.  Bond $500.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drug-manufacturing-domestic-violence-and-evidence-tampering-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drug-manufacturing-domestic-violence-and-evidence-tampering-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-ms-gulf-coast-28-24/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-ms-gulf-coast-28-24/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-candidate-scott-colom-calls-for-temporary-ban-on-data-centers-in-mississippi/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-candidate-scott-colom-calls-for-temporary-ban-on-data-centers-in-mississippi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jurors-hear-officers-explain-why-they-shot-and-killed-a-jackson-man/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jurors-hear-officers-explain-why-they-shot-and-killed-a-jackson-man/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deaths-of-students-at-the-university-of-mississippi-cast-spotlight-on-kratom/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deaths-of-students-at-the-university-of-mississippi-cast-spotlight-on-kratom/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nolan-wells-autopsy-and-cellphone-raise-more-questions-about-his-death/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nolan-wells-autopsy-and-cellphone-raise-more-questions-about-his-death/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-college-board-pays-330000-to-settle-discrimination-lawsuit-over-2023-jackson-state-presidential-search/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/state-college-board-pays-330000-to-settle-discrimination-lawsuit-over-2023-jackson-state-presidential-search/ That meant Philadelphia Police andf first responders had a major traffic issue. Special equipment was brought in to deal with the truck and the mess.But they also had an investigation to conduct into why it happened and into the conduct of the driver. They were checking into whether that driver had the proper license to be driving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/18-wheeler-breaks-in-half-in-philadelphia/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/18-wheeler-breaks-in-half-in-philadelphia/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-book-festival-has-grown-from-its-beginning-as-a-literary-lawn-party/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-book-festival-has-grown-from-its-beginning-as-a-literary-lawn-party/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-announces-john-grisham-as-keynote-speaker-for-its-10th-anniversary-celebration/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-announces-john-grisham-as-keynote-speaker-for-its-10th-anniversary-celebration/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-lift-rolls-out-resources-for-rural-families/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-lift-rolls-out-resources-for-rural-families/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-colleges-open-food-pantries-to-help-students-meet-basic-needs/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-colleges-open-food-pantries-to-help-students-meet-basic-needs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-gives-chinas-xi-a-warm-welcome-but-criticism-is-loud-on-capitol-hill/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-gives-chinas-xi-a-warm-welcome-but-criticism-is-loud-on-capitol-hill/  PIERCE BREKEEN, 32, of Philadelphia, Hold for Investigations, Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, NCSO.  Bond $0, $600, $800, $0.
 WILLIAM DAKODA DRAKE, 22, of Philadelphia, Drug Court Violation, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 JASON LEON GOODIN, 40, of Philadelphia, Probation Violation, NCSO.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/manufacturing-a-controlled-substance-domestic-violence-and-trespassing-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/manufacturing-a-controlled-substance-domestic-violence-and-trespassing-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/  
 
The post Farm Bureau Coaches S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-24-2026/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-24-2026/ The morning kicks off at 8:30 a.m. with a Visual Arts Show inside McMorrough Library showcasing student artwork. The library will remain open for visito]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-cc-announces-2026-homecoming-schedule-kosciusko-alums-among-honorees/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-cc-announces-2026-homecoming-schedule-kosciusko-alums-among-honorees/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawyers-for-mississippi-say-foster-care-system-doesnt-violate-us-constitution-again-ask-to-end-federal-oversight-2/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawyers-for-mississippi-say-foster-care-system-doesnt-violate-us-constitution-again-ask-to-end-federal-oversight-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawyers-for-mississippi-say-foster-care-system-doesnt-violate-us-constitution-again-ask-to-end-federal-oversight/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawyers-for-mississippi-say-foster-care-system-doesnt-violate-us-constitution-again-ask-to-end-federal-oversight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/2nd-man-denied-bond-in-death-of-tasia-fortune-as-jackson-police-search-for-more-suspects/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/2nd-man-denied-bond-in-death-of-tasia-fortune-as-jackson-police-search-for-more-suspects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-former-capitol-police-officers-go-on-trial-on-manslaughter-charge/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-former-capitol-police-officers-go-on-trial-on-manslaughter-charge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ex-capitol-police-officers-on-trial-on-manslaughter-charge/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ex-capitol-police-officers-on-trial-on-manslaughter-charge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opponent-alleges-us-rep-ezell-violated-campaign-finance-laws-ezell-camp-calls-it-a-political-stunt/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opponent-alleges-us-rep-ezell-violated-campaign-finance-laws-ezell-camp-calls-it-a-political-stunt/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/could-mississippi-state-and-ole-miss-repeat-the-glory-of-the-2014-football-season/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/could-mississippi-state-and-ole-miss-repeat-the-glory-of-the-2014-football-season/ No shots or injuries were reported, but one arrest was made.
The post Arrest Made After Man Pulls Pistol Tuesday Afternoon in Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-after-man-pulls-pistol-tuesday-afternoon-in-kosciusko/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-after-man-pulls-pistol-tuesday-afternoon-in-kosciusko/ Upon arriving, they discovered that there was a bumper next to the downed tree, but no vehicle nearby that it may have come from.
 It is unclear if the tree took off a passing driver’s bumper, or if it was there by happenstance.
The post Downed Tree Blocks Road Tuesday Afternoon in Attala, Bumper Found Nearby appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/downed-tree-blocks-road-tuesday-afternoon-in-attala-bumper-found-nearby/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/downed-tree-blocks-road-tuesday-afternoon-in-attala-bumper-found-nearby/ E.P.I.C. Academy is located at 6149 Hwy. 12 in Sallis. The community is invited to attend and enjoy an evening of fun.
The post E.P.I.C Academy Fall Festival This Friday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/epic-academy-fall-festival-this-friday/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/epic-academy-fall-festival-this-friday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-northeast-mississippi-summit-lived-experience-shapes-conversations-on-addiction-and-recovery/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-northeast-mississippi-summit-lived-experience-shapes-conversations-on-addiction-and-recovery/ The Homecoming Court was recognized during the festivities with Hadlee Fancher announced as the 2026 KHS Homecoming Queen. 
The post Photos: Hadlee Fancher Crowned Ethel Homecoming Queen appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-hadlee-fancher-crowned-ethel-homecoming-queen/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-hadlee-fancher-crowned-ethel-homecoming-queen/ In a public service announcement, the Attala County Sheriff’s Office alerted residents to the drug’s extreme potency and highlighted a critical hidden danger: standard fentanyl test strips may not detect cyclorphine. Officials caution that a negative test result does not mean a drug is safe.
Authorities also warn that counterfeit pills can look nearly iden]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/health-alert-attala-county-sheriffs-office-warns-public-of-emerging-synthetic-opioid-cychlorphine/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/health-alert-attala-county-sheriffs-office-warns-public-of-emerging-synthetic-opioid-cychlorphine/  BRADLEY T CHILDS, 28, of Silver City, DUI – 1st, Improper Turn, LCSO.  Bond $1,000, $500.
 ALEXIS J HERNANDEZ-MACARIO, 20, No Insurance, Improper Equipment, Possession of Marijuana, Open Container, CPD.  Bond $438, $238, $424.25, $389.25.
 JAMES O MOORE, 36, of Lena, Aggravated Assault – Manifesting Extreme Indifference to Life, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-shoplifting-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-shoplifting-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-23-2026/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-23-2026/ Blaylock shared information on how the event came together, what hunters need to know about bringing in deer, turkey, and fish for official record scoring, and what families can expect from nearly 40 outdoor vendors, live calling demonstrations, and interactive wildlife exhibits.
The event is taking place this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-mdwfp-conservation-officer-jason-blaylock-previews-attala-county-wildlife-extravaganza-on-the-breckfast-show/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-mdwfp-conservation-officer-jason-blaylock-previews-attala-county-wildlife-extravaganza-on-the-breckfast-show/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-gas-prices-could-be-headed-to-4-year-high/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-gas-prices-could-be-headed-to-4-year-high/ The Oxford Police Department on Tuesday shared a news release on social media issued by Lafayette County Metro Narcotics, which said authorities are conducting two investigations into the deaths of the students, who were not named. It also advised avoiding kratom, sold in gas stations across much of Mississippi.“Law enforcement]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/oxford-police-investigate-2-university-student-deaths-warn-against-using-kratom/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/oxford-police-investigate-2-university-student-deaths-warn-against-using-kratom/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-hulum-says-mississippi-country-need-leadership-unity-in-washington/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-hulum-says-mississippi-country-need-leadership-unity-in-washington/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/no-ransoms-paid-in-cyberattacks-on-ummc-and-ihl-officials-say/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/no-ransoms-paid-in-cyberattacks-on-ummc-and-ihl-officials-say/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/raccoon-boot-camp-in-mississippi-teaches-survival-skills-to-abandoned-kits/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/raccoon-boot-camp-in-mississippi-teaches-survival-skills-to-abandoned-kits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nolan-wells-may-have-drowned-but-questions-remain-how-and-why/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nolan-wells-may-have-drowned-but-questions-remain-how-and-why/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/safe-drinking-water-is-human-right-un-says-despite-5th-circuit-ruling-in-jackson-case/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/safe-drinking-water-is-human-right-un-says-despite-5th-circuit-ruling-in-jackson-case/ Attala County firefighters and other volunteers were dispatched just before 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Crews are currently responding to the scene. The extent of the fire and any damage is unknown.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
The post]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-fire-at-ethel-saw-mill-extinguished/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-fire-at-ethel-saw-mill-extinguished/ Attala County firefighters and other volunteers were dispatched just before 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Crews are currently responding to the scene. The extent of the fire and any damage is unknown.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
The post Ethel Saw Mill Fire Tuesday Afternoon appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-saw-mill-fire-tuesday-afternoon/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-saw-mill-fire-tuesday-afternoon/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/survey-ordered-by-gov-reeves-shows-many-mississippi-agencies-are-embracing-ai-use/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/survey-ordered-by-gov-reeves-shows-many-mississippi-agencies-are-embracing-ai-use/  CHAD BRACKIN, 49, of Philadelphia, False ID, Hindering Prosecution, NCSO.  Bond $800, $0.
 TAKISHA M DEAN, 34, of Meridian, Possession of Marijuana, PPD.  Bond $800.
 GAYLON GIBSON, 43, of Philadelphia, Bench Warrant – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 HENRY HARRIS, 40, of Union, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-hindering-prosecution-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-hindering-prosecution-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ The post Storm Threat Diminishing for MS appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-diminishing-for-ms/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-diminishing-for-ms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-storms-possible-in-this-area-today/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-storms-possible-in-this-area-today/ “They’re not being provided reasonably adequate service,” says Public Service Commissioner Chris Brown was at a town hall meeting in Carmack last night.  Entergy-Mississippi’s CEO Haley Fisackerly told the crowd of more than 200 people that the company is working to reduce the number of outages systemwide by making major improvements in the power grid, using money th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-countians-voice-concerns-over-power-outages/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-countians-voice-concerns-over-power-outages/ Ted Milton: MSU Hall of Fame Induction
The festivities begin Friday, Sept. 25, at the M-Club Sports Hall of Fame Gala, where former Whippets baseball co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/big-sec-weekend-at-mississippi-state-has-strong-kosciusko-connections/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/big-sec-weekend-at-mississippi-state-has-strong-kosciusko-connections/ The interactive class is designed to help local teenagers take charge of their personal finances. During the session, participants will learn the fundamentals of banking, budgeting, smart spending habits, and saving strategies for the future.
The event will be held at the Attala County Library, located at 201 S. Huntington Street in Ko]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bank-of-commerce-to-host-financial-literacy-class-for-teens-at-attala-county-library/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bank-of-commerce-to-host-financial-literacy-class-for-teens-at-attala-county-library/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-jury-issues-no-indictments-in-death-of-nolan-wells-da-says/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-jury-issues-no-indictments-in-death-of-nolan-wells-da-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/da-colom-urges-judge-to-end-murder-case-against-tameshia-shelton-arguing-evidence-could-point-to-suicide-state-does-not-have-evidence/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/da-colom-urges-judge-to-end-murder-case-against-tameshia-shelton-arguing-evidence-could-point-to-suicide-state-does-not-have-evidence/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gulfport-program-helps-nursing-home-residents-stay-connected/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gulfport-program-helps-nursing-home-residents-stay-connected/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-appeals-court-rules-lafayette-county-permit-policy-violates-first-amendment/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-appeals-court-rules-lafayette-county-permit-policy-violates-first-amendment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/financial-wellness-is-a-practice-jackson-community-manager-theresa-horne-shares-how-to-build-a-routine-that-lasts/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/financial-wellness-is-a-practice-jackson-community-manager-theresa-horne-shares-how-to-build-a-routine-that-lasts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detainees-and-nonprofit-denounce-inhumane-conditions-in-natchez-facility/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 21:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detainees-and-nonprofit-denounce-inhumane-conditions-in-natchez-facility/ The wreck happened on thge Rankin County side of the Leake-Rankin line in the Goshen Springs area, about 1:30 Sunday morning, according to Reservoir Police.
They have now charged the drivers of both boats with operating the boats while intoxicated. They have been identified as Nelson Jimenez and Nathan Rhinewalt.
Seven people we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-woman-killed-in-reservoir-boat-wreck/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-woman-killed-in-reservoir-boat-wreck/ The wreck happened on thge Rankin County side of the Leake-Rankin line in the Goshen Springs area, about 1:30 Sunday morning, according to Reservoir Police.
They have now charged the drivers of both boats with operating the boats while intoxicated. They have been identified as Nelson Jimenez and Nathan Rhinewalt.
Seven people we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-man-killed-in-reservoir-boat-wreck/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-man-killed-in-reservoir-boat-wreck/ The eight-month program provides law enforcement investigators with advanced training in investigative techniques, evidence collection, case preparation, and other areas essential to conducting criminal investigations.
Chunn said he is grateful for the opportunity to continue to grow a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acso-investigator-scott-chunn-completes-certified-investigator-program/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/acso-investigator-scott-chunn-completes-certified-investigator-program/ The Homecoming Court was recognized during the festivities, and Jessalyn Coats crowned the 2026 KHS Homecoming Queen.
Homecoming Court pictured left to right: Leela Coats , Bella Burrell, Libby Sanders, Lindsay Blaine, Sara Coleman, Jessalyn Coats, Sabreya Guyton, Aamiya Edwards, Ella Williams, Morgan Wilder, Anna Payton Kyle *photo by KSD*
The Whippets ended the eve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jessalyn-coats-crowned-khs-homecoming-queen/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jessalyn-coats-crowned-khs-homecoming-queen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/report-rep-bennie-thompson-demands-national-dems-get-more-involved-in-colom-senate-race/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/report-rep-bennie-thompson-demands-national-dems-get-more-involved-in-colom-senate-race/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-voters-weigh-in-on-their-top-issues-ahead-of-midterms/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-voters-weigh-in-on-their-top-issues-ahead-of-midterms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-supreme-court-raises-the-bar-for-patients-to-sue-doctors-heres-what-that-could-mean-for-medical-consent/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-supreme-court-raises-the-bar-for-patients-to-sue-doctors-heres-what-that-could-mean-for-medical-consent/  LINDELL J CAREER, 45, of Sallis, Sentenced, ACSO.  Bond N/A.
 WILLIAM R CHUNN, 31, of Kosciusko, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, KPD.  Bond $0.
 JEREMY D GAMLIN, 36, of Kosciusko, Simple Assault – Causing Bodily Injury, KPD.  Bond $1,200.
 JAMES HOPKINS, 37, of Kosciusko, Felony Possession o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kidnapping-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kidnapping-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/ Featuring Attorney Ben Hudson, the program will walk patrons through the basics of preparing for their financial and legal future. Key topics covered during the session will include living wills, trusts, and other essential components of estate management.
The event will take place at the Attala County Library, located at 201 S. Huntington Street.
For more information, contact the library at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-library-to-host-estate-planning-workshop-september-25/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-library-to-host-estate-planning-workshop-september-25/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-colom-trying-to-capitalize-on-economic-discontent-hyde-smith-trying-to-tie-him-to-far-left/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-colom-trying-to-capitalize-on-economic-discontent-hyde-smith-trying-to-tie-him-to-far-left/ Held in partnership with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, the daylong event centers around the theme “Hunt • Fish • Conserve • Together” and offers activities for all ages.
Doors open at 8:00 AM on Sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildlife-extravaganza-scheduled-for-september-26-at-attala-county-coliseum/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wildlife-extravaganza-scheduled-for-september-26-at-attala-county-coliseum/ After a scoreless opening frame, Ethel’s ground attack caught fire in the second quarter. Caden Merritt kicked off the scoring with a 25-yard touchdown run, followed quickly by an 11-yard scoring rush from D’ante Bailey and a 52-yard touchdown breakaway by Zantavious Clark. Bailey added his second touchdown of the quarter on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-dominate-greenville-christian-in-homecoming-victory/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-dominate-greenville-christian-in-homecoming-victory/ Brian, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week 5 picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande Bluetooth Speaker from Ozark A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-4-winner-is-brian-rone-of-ethel/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-4-winner-is-brian-rone-of-ethel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trinidad-chambliss-and-the-rebels-put-lane-kiffin-in-the-rearview-mirror/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trinidad-chambliss-and-the-rebels-put-lane-kiffin-in-the-rearview-mirror/  SHERRY COONCE, 39, of Forest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $0, $600.
 JOHN DEMITRI FRIZELL, 46, of Durant, DUI – 1st, No Driver’s License, No Proof of Insurance, MHP.  Bond $1,500, $300, $800.
 ASHLEY NICOLE HANNA, 41, of Forest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $0, $600.
 SHARUN J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-dui-and-many-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-dui-and-many-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-2020-mississippi-legislature-embraced-runoff-elections-despite-racist-origin/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-2020-mississippi-legislature-embraced-runoff-elections-despite-racist-origin/ The chase began on Hwy. 12 west of Kosy about 10 minuted before 1 a.m. and went down the new bypass. Speeds were up to 75 mph.
The vehicle began to turn right on Hwy. 14, but instead whipped around and headed back toward Hwy. 12, then turned right on 12 and went toward the city limits.
Shortly after that it was reported that the tires were flat and the person]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sheriffs-office-chases-vehicle-after-attempted-pullover/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sheriffs-office-chases-vehicle-after-attempted-pullover/ But as fall arrives Tuesday night, so will a change in our weather pattern, which]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-continues-storms-possible-today/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-continues-storms-possible-today/ But as fall arrives Tuesday night, so will a ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-continues-storms-possible-monday/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-continues-storms-possible-monday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trinidad-chambliss-leads-no-8-mississippi-past-no-7-lsu-32-24-in-lane-kiffins-return-to-ole-miss/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trinidad-chambliss-leads-no-8-mississippi-past-no-7-lsu-32-24-in-lane-kiffins-return-to-ole-miss/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-grove-the-crowds-the-rivalry-football-fans-party-together-and-taunt-each-other-on-lsu-ole-miss-game-day/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-grove-the-crowds-the-rivalry-football-fans-party-together-and-taunt-each-other-on-lsu-ole-miss-game-day/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-oyster-industry-rebuilds-as-reefs-show-signs-of-growth/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-oyster-industry-rebuilds-as-reefs-show-signs-of-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/airplane-banner-will-take-jab-at-sen-cindy-hyde-smith-before-big-ole-miss-game/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/airplane-banner-will-take-jab-at-sen-cindy-hyde-smith-before-big-ole-miss-game/  TYIESHA DIXON, 24, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, No Insurance, Seatbelt Violation, Bench Warrant – Philadelphia Municipal Court, LCSO.  Bond $1,000, $500, $500, N/A.
 BETTYE FAULKNER, 54, of Carthage, Hold for Other Agency – Leake County Chancery Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 JZMARKEYS T HOBBS, 26, of Philadelphia, Sentenced, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 TEVI]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespassing-shoplifting-and-domestic-violence-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespassing-shoplifting-and-domestic-violence-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-in-4th-district-race-ezell-touts-fema-and-coast-guard-wins-hulum-bets-on-trump-backlash/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-in-4th-district-race-ezell-touts-fema-and-coast-guard-wins-hulum-bets-on-trump-backlash/  
The heat advisory issued for eastern Mississippi has been extended to cover the entire local area from noon till 8 pm today.  The heat index could climb as high as 105.  Temperatures are forecast to peak in the upper 90s.  The hot weather will continue into early next week but a change is on the way by Thursday, when highs in this part of central Mississippi will top out in the upper 80s and overnight lows are expected to drop into]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-extended-areawide-today/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-extended-areawide-today/ The home team got first blood, but the visitors got their own touchdown.  7-7, first quarter.  Olive Branch added a touchdown almost halfway through the second quarter, 14-7.  Kosciusko rallied and led at the half, 21-14.
After a hard-fought third quarter, the Whippets led 31-21.  Much more action in the fourth quarter with the final being 44-27, Kosciusko
Jontavious Roundt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-whippets-defeat-olive-branch-at-homecoming/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-whippets-defeat-olive-branch-at-homecoming/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mbis-investigation-into-fatal-toddler-shooting-is-now-on-attorney-generals-desk-senatobia-police-chief-confirms/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mbis-investigation-into-fatal-toddler-shooting-is-now-on-attorney-generals-desk-senatobia-police-chief-confirms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-announces-all-50-states-joining-medicaid-drug-pricing-model/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-announces-all-50-states-joining-medicaid-drug-pricing-model/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shakespeare-could-have-written-this-lsu-ole-miss-football-plot/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shakespeare-could-have-written-this-lsu-ole-miss-football-plot/ Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Olive Branch vs Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-olive-branch-vs-kosciusko/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-olive-branch-vs-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-students-translation-of-world-war-i-letters-highlights-value-of-higher-education-writer-says/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-students-translation-of-world-war-i-letters-highlights-value-of-higher-education-writer-says/ The global list was topped by Elon Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-duff-brothers-again-make-forbes-list-of-richest-people-in-the-world/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-duff-brothers-again-make-forbes-list-of-richest-people-in-the-world/ The plan that the Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative announced Wednesday is to push in other states regulations modeled after legislation recently passed in Missouri, which bans the “mass exportation” of water. State lawmakers from Mississippi, Louisiana and Minnesota have]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-river-mayors-call-for-water-conservation-protections-amid-growing-data-center-demand/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-river-mayors-call-for-water-conservation-protections-amid-growing-data-center-demand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/teachers-unusual-classroom-supplies-expose-another-classwallet-snag/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/teachers-unusual-classroom-supplies-expose-another-classwallet-snag/ New to the festival this year is a Tractor Pageant. Sign up and bring any and all size, color, working, nonworking tractors. Judging will take place and a 1st Place winner will be announced. Contact Danette Armstrong or Lilia Deason for m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/yockanookany-river-festival-october-3/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/yockanookany-river-festival-october-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hattiesburg-voters-pack-hearing-to-oppose-redistricting-plans/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hattiesburg-voters-pack-hearing-to-oppose-redistricting-plans/  ANDRIKA CARTER, 25, of Philadelphia, Malicious Mischief, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, PPD.  Bond $0, $500.
 CARRENTHIA EVERETT, 42, of Carthage, Contempt of Court, DUI – 1st, Expired License Tag, Possession of Marijuana, MHP.  Bond $0, $1,500, $400, $1,000.
 JOSEPH RAY]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-false-pretenses-malicious-mischief-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-false-pretenses-malicious-mischief-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ As part of this year’s Homecoming celebration, local businesses were invited to join in the fun by decorating their storefronts, windows, and businesses and show their Whippet Pride. The response from the community helped make Homecoming Week even more special and brought Whippet spi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-ksd-celebrates-paint-kosciusko-maroon-winners-and-community-whippet-pride/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-ksd-celebrates-paint-kosciusko-maroon-winners-and-community-whippet-pride/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-in-traditionally-red-3rd-district-guest-faces-political-newcomer-farmer-from-shubuta/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-in-traditionally-red-3rd-district-guest-faces-political-newcomer-farmer-from-shubuta/  The post Summer Ending With Sizzling Temps appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/summer-ending-with-sizzling-temps/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/summer-ending-with-sizzling-temps/ HEAT ADVISORY shown in orange on map above
 
The western part of the local area has gotten the worst of the heat stress in recent weeks.  But the shoe’s on the other foot on Saturday.  A heat advisory has been issued for eastern counties including Leake, Neshoba, Winston and Choctaw along with north Mississippi.
Locally, afternoon highs in the upper 90s are expected through Sunday with Durant possibly reaching triple digits Saturday and Sunday.   The heat st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-saturday-for-eastern-areas/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-saturday-for-eastern-areas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/um-chancellor-glenn-boyce-defends-firing-employee-over-social-media-post/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/um-chancellor-glenn-boyce-defends-firing-employee-over-social-media-post/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-sets-spring-goal-to-name-muws-next-president/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-college-board-sets-spring-goal-to-name-muws-next-president/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-defeat-coahoma-tigers-36-33/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-defeat-coahoma-tigers-36-33/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-ev-battery-plant-on-hold-after-receiving-millions-in-incentives/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-ev-battery-plant-on-hold-after-receiving-millions-in-incentives/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/battery-plant-delays-a-528m-hitachi-investment-walls-data-center-mississippi-marketplace/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/battery-plant-delays-a-528m-hitachi-investment-walls-data-center-mississippi-marketplace/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/uzbekistan-delegation-learns-from-mississippi-emergency-responders/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/uzbekistan-delegation-learns-from-mississippi-emergency-responders/ The post Broken Windows and Theft Reported in Kosciusko Wednesday Afternoon. appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/broken-windows-and-theft-reported-in-kosciusko-wednesday-afternoon/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/broken-windows-and-theft-reported-in-kosciusko-wednesday-afternoon/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-chancellor-dewayne-thomas-dies-he-was-72/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-chancellor-dewayne-thomas-dies-he-was-72/ According to his campaign’s new website, not at any town halls. Republican Sen. Cindy-Hyde Smith’s latest website, ColomForSenate.com, named to look like it belongs to her Democratic opponent Colom, calls him a “transgender defender” among many other digs.The two campaigns are going tit-for-tat with websites.Colom unveiled a new site on Thursday, whereiscindyhydesmith.com, to criticize the senat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hyde-smith-colom-continue-website-war-mocking-each-other-in-senate-race/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hyde-smith-colom-continue-website-war-mocking-each-other-in-senate-race/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wolfe-studio-artists-share-their-art-beyond-beloved-ceramics-highlighting-studios-legacy-of-collaboration/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wolfe-studio-artists-share-their-art-beyond-beloved-ceramics-highlighting-studios-legacy-of-collaboration/ When they arrived, they found a blaze covering approximately 20 acres of woods.
Forestry responded and plowed a lane to contain the fire.
The cause is currently under investigation.
The post Large Woods Fire Wednesday Evening in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-woods-fire-wednesday-evening-in-attala/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-woods-fire-wednesday-evening-in-attala/ By the time firefighters arrived, the flames had engulfed a second shed and had spread into the woods for about 4 acres.
The sheds were unfortunately not able to be saved, but the firefighters worked to contain the fire.
Initially they requested Forestry’s assistance but were able to contain the flames with the help of McCool Volunteer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shed-catches-fire-in-attala-wednesday-afternoon-spreads-to-nearby-woods/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shed-catches-fire-in-attala-wednesday-afternoon-spreads-to-nearby-woods/ By the time firefighters arrived, the flames had reached the house and had spread into the trees.
They were able to douse the flames on the house and prevent further damages, but the shed was unfortunately unable to be saved. They worked to contain the woods fire while waiting for Forestry to arrive.
The post Shed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shed-catches-fire-in-attala-wednesday-afternoon-spreads-to-nearby-house-and-woods/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shed-catches-fire-in-attala-wednesday-afternoon-spreads-to-nearby-house-and-woods/ Daniel was one of three municipal officials recognized during the MML’s 2026 Annual Conference.
The CMO 500 Club recognizes officials who have completed all three levels of the league’s certified municipal official program and earned more than 500 hours of education credits.
The post Kosciusko Alderman Henry Daniel Inducted into MML’s CMO 500 Club appeared fir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-alderman-henry-daniel-inducted-into-mmls-cmo-500-club/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-alderman-henry-daniel-inducted-into-mmls-cmo-500-club/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-thompson-takes-on-repeat-2nd-district-republican-challenger-as-redistricting-fight-looms/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-thompson-takes-on-repeat-2nd-district-republican-challenger-as-redistricting-fight-looms/  JOSEPH M COMANS, 32, of Carthage, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, LCSO.  Bond $1,000.
 ZACHARY T FAULKNER, 47, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Leake County Circuit Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 ODELL FRAZIER, 53, of Carthage, DUI – 2nd, Careless Driving, LCSO.  Bond $1,500, $500.
 SHARON S HORTON, 49, of J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-domestic-and-disorderlies-in-carthage-and-leake/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-domestic-and-disorderlies-in-carthage-and-leake/ The event will run from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McCool Volunteer Fire Department, offering both dine-in and carry-out options for attendees.
Plates are available for $15 each and inlcude fried fish, fries, hushpuppies, coleslaw, and a homemade dessert. For those who prefer non-seafood options, chicken tender plates will also be available.
All proceeds from the fundraiser go directly toward supp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mccool-volunteer-fire-department-hosting-annual-fish-fry-fundraiser-oct-3/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mccool-volunteer-fire-department-hosting-annual-fish-fry-fundraiser-oct-3/ The 2026 Homecoming Court includes:(Homecoming Court members are listed in order from left to right.)
Leela CoatsMorgan WilderLibby SandersJessalyn CoatsSabreya GuytonLindsay BlaineSara ColemanAamiya EdwardsElla WilliamsBella BurrellAnna Payton Kyle
The Homecoming maids will be presented during pre-game festivities at approximately 6:25 p.m., followed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-high-school-announces-2026-homecoming-court/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-high-school-announces-2026-homecoming-court/  
 
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – Se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-17-2026/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-17-2026/ Leake County has lost its status of having the state’s cheapest prices, and with a countywide]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aaa-average-gas-price-in-ms-moving-toward-4-some-stations-already-there/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aaa-average-gas-price-in-ms-moving-toward-4-some-stations-already-there/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-clashing-with-colleagues-transportation-commissioner-john-caldwell-says-he-wont-seek-reelection/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-clashing-with-colleagues-transportation-commissioner-john-caldwell-says-he-wont-seek-reelection/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-true-mythology-of-samuel-mockbee-25-years-after-his-death-group-renews-effort-to-create-a-home-for-the-architects-work/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-true-mythology-of-samuel-mockbee-25-years-after-his-death-group-renews-effort-to-create-a-home-for-the-architects-work/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fitch-unveils-plan-for-how-mississippi-will-spend-189m-meta-settlement/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fitch-unveils-plan-for-how-mississippi-will-spend-189m-meta-settlement/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/your-questions-about-mississippi-data-centers-answered/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/your-questions-about-mississippi-data-centers-answered/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/data-centers-faq/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/data-centers-faq/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-data-center-in-the-tiny-town-of-walls-officials-eye-rezoning-1k-acres/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-data-center-in-the-tiny-town-of-walls-officials-eye-rezoning-1k-acres/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lsu-sack-leader-princewill-umanmielen-is-served-in-550k-lawsuit-filed-by-ole-miss/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lsu-sack-leader-princewill-umanmielen-is-served-in-550k-lawsuit-filed-by-ole-miss/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-has-cut-or-frozen-177-billion-in-grants-across-every-state-analysis-shows/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-has-cut-or-frozen-177-billion-in-grants-across-every-state-analysis-shows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-a-magnolia-bowl-for-the-ages/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-a-magnolia-bowl-for-the-ages/ Kosciusko Police Department is investigating the theft and asks for the public’s assistance.
Anyone with information regarding the theft is urged to contact Central MS Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS(8477) to receive a reward of up to $2,500. You can also easily submit a tip online by clicking here. All Central MS Crime Stoppers submissions are completely]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trailer-loaded-with-appliances-stolen-from-spot-cash-tire-amp-appliance/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trailer-loaded-with-appliances-stolen-from-spot-cash-tire-amp-appliance/  TYDARIUS I BOLER, 23, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 NORMAN EAKES, 46, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, PPD.  Bond $1,500.
 FELIPE GARCIA JR, 57, of Forest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $0, $600.
 JIMMY DANIEL HENDON, 50, of Philadelphia, Indictment,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drugs-duis-and-domestic-violence-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/drugs-duis-and-domestic-violence-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lsu-ole-miss-football-this-is-a-series-that-can-change-a-persons-life/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lsu-ole-miss-football-this-is-a-series-that-can-change-a-persons-life/ The initiative was organized after Dr. Danya Turner, Superintendent of the Kosciusko School District, met with local pastors to launch a weekly prayer effort for local campuses, inspired by similar successful programs in Starkville and Winston County.The group made its first stop at Kosciusko High School la]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-morning-prayer-at-ethel-high-school-area-pastors-launch-rotating-campus-prayer-group/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-morning-prayer-at-ethel-high-school-area-pastors-launch-rotating-campus-prayer-group/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-trump-weighs-heavily-in-1st-district-contest-between-kelly-johnson/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-midterms-trump-weighs-heavily-in-1st-district-contest-between-kelly-johnson/ Mayor Tim Kyle said the official day will be Saturday, Oct. 31.
Additionally, the annual Safety Parade around the square will be held Thursday, Oct. 29.
For more information on the Safety Parade and other fall/Halloween events in Kosciusko, call the KAP office at 662-289-2981.
Audio: Kosciusko Mayor Tim Kyle 
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The post City of Kosci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-announces-official-day-for-trick-or-treating/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-announces-official-day-for-trick-or-treating/ Audio: 
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The post Minute with the Mayor – September 16, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-september-16-2026/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-september-16-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-16-2026/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-16-2026/ HEAT ADVISORY shown in orange on map above
This last full week of summer continues to see some above-normal heat in Mississippi.   Greenville and Greenwood both hit 100 yesterday.  That broke the record set in Greenwood 46 years ago and tied the record in Greenville, both of those highs 12 degrees above normal.
Much of the local area will be back under a heat advisory today.  Among the counties included, Attala, Holmes, Carroll, Montgomery and Choctaw.   Temp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-in-effect-again-today/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-in-effect-again-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/board-appoints-nonya-thrasher-as-superintendent-of-hazlehurst-public-schools/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/board-appoints-nonya-thrasher-as-superintendent-of-hazlehurst-public-schools/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-schools-released-from-decades-long-desegregation-order/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/leake-county-schools-released-from-decades-long-desegregation-order/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-heart-of-the-community-jefferson-county-schools-provide-more-than-an-education/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-heart-of-the-community-jefferson-county-schools-provide-more-than-an-education/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-michael-chiaradio/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-michael-chiaradio/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-helps-announce-hitachi-energy-plans-for-528m-transformer-factory-in-copiah-county/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-helps-announce-hitachi-energy-plans-for-528m-transformer-factory-in-copiah-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-republicans-warn-of-the-red-menace-even-as-comrade-trump-breaks-out-the-marx-engels-playbook/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-republicans-warn-of-the-red-menace-even-as-comrade-trump-breaks-out-the-marx-engels-playbook/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blaze-engulfs-vacant-commercial-building-in-jackson-no-injuries-reported/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blaze-engulfs-vacant-commercial-building-in-jackson-no-injuries-reported/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/secretary-of-state-no-runoff-elections-for-mississippis-federal-midterm-races/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/secretary-of-state-no-runoff-elections-for-mississippis-federal-midterm-races/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-pride-in-the-park-jacksons-black-lgbtq-community-finds-connection/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-pride-in-the-park-jacksons-black-lgbtq-community-finds-connection/ Brothers Alan and Eddie Gant, both Mississippi natives and Mississippi State University alumni, have signed two new franchise agreements with the brand. Under the development plan, the pair will first launch a location in nearby Winona within the next year, followed by the Kosciusko store approximately one year later.
While the news confirms the rest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/zaxbys-headed-to-kosciusko-as-part-of-north-mississippi-expansion/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/zaxbys-headed-to-kosciusko-as-part-of-north-mississippi-expansion/ Out of nearly 18,000 nationally ranked public high schools and 229 evaluated across Mississippi, Ethel Attendance Center posted an overall score of 78.76 out of 100. The Tigers made their strongest mark on state assessment performance, ran]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-ranked-among-top-20-high-schools-in-mississippi/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-ranked-among-top-20-high-schools-in-mississippi/ Key Senate & House Races ExplainedMidterm elections in November will determine control of both chambers of Congress. In Mississippi, a U.S. Senate race tops the ticket, which includes contested general elections for all four of the state’s U.S. House districts.Who’s in the race: U.S. SenateRepublican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith is running for reelection to a second full term. She faces Democratic nominee Scott Colom and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-2026-midterm-elections-guide-whos-running-what-are-the-issues/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-2026-midterm-elections-guide-whos-running-what-are-the-issues/ The awards through the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program include more than $344,000 to East Central Mississippi Health Care in Leake County for remote monitoring of patients with hypertension and other chronic conditions.
Choctaw Regional Medical Center in Choctaw County will get about $46,000 to manage threat detection and response in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rural-health-transformation-money-flowing-to-local-hospitals/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rural-health-transformation-money-flowing-to-local-hospitals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/feds-relinquish-oversight-of-leake-schools/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/feds-relinquish-oversight-of-leake-schools/  
Part of this area will be back under a heat advisory today.  Among the counties included– Attala, Holmes, Carroll, Montgomery and Choctaw.  Across Leake, Neshoba and Winston counties, the National Weather Service says, even though afternoon highs will still be in the upper 90s, drier air moving in should help to reduce the heat index this afternoon.  Farther west, the heat index could climb as high as 110.  In Durant, it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-today-for-some-in-this-area/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-today-for-some-in-this-area/  
Part of this area is back under a heat advisory today.  And it’ll be in effect on Wednesday as well.  Among the counties included– Attala, Holmes, Carroll, Montgomery and Choctaw.  Across Leake, Neshoba and Winston counties, the National Weather Service says, even though afternoon highs will still be in the upper 90s, drier air moving in should help to reduce the heat index this afternoon.  Farther west, the heat i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-in-this-area-extended/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-in-this-area-extended/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dear-william-a-book-chronicling-a-familys-struggle-with-addiction-will-be-feature-film/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dear-william-a-book-chronicling-a-familys-struggle-with-addiction-will-be-feature-film/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/man-pleads-not-guilty-in-killing-of-tasia-fortune-whose-body-was-found-hanging/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/man-pleads-not-guilty-in-killing-of-tasia-fortune-whose-body-was-found-hanging/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-announces-104m-in-rural-health-funding-for-facility-and-technology-improvements/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-announces-104m-in-rural-health-funding-for-facility-and-technology-improvements/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-prison-work-nonprofit-lost-5m-peer-report-finds/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-prison-work-nonprofit-lost-5m-peer-report-finds/ Before embarking on a distinguished career that spanned executive leadership in Fortune 500 companies, higher education, and community board service, Ivey worked part-time for Boswell Media radio stations in Kosciusko during the 1970s. During his time at the station, he contributed to local programming such as The Jam]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/from-kosciusko-radio-to-national-business-leader-remembering-joe-ivey/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/from-kosciusko-radio-to-national-business-leader-remembering-joe-ivey/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/college-football-week-2-kamario-taylor-is-impressive-for-msu-ole-miss-secondary-needs-to-improve/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/college-football-week-2-kamario-taylor-is-impressive-for-msu-ole-miss-secondary-needs-to-improve/  TIMOTHY BRAY, 37, of Kosciusko, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, KPD.  Bond $0.
 JEREMY W COSTILOW, 29, of Kosciusko, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, ACSO.  Bond $1,000.
 RBOERT E DEES, 40, of Kosciusko, Felony Obstruction – Retaliation Against a Public Servant or Witness, Contempt of Court – Attala Justice Court, ACSO.  Bond $5,000, $0.
 JOE E KEENE, 60, of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberstalking-exploitation-of-a-vulnerable-person-and-felony-obstruction-retaliation-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberstalking-exploitation-of-a-vulnerable-person-and-felony-obstruction-retaliation-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/ The community event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering a day filled with seasonal activities, shopping, and food for families across the area.
Organizers have officially opened vendor applications for the upcoming festival. To ensure a focus on artisanal quality, vendor eligibility this year is strictly reserved for sellers of handmade goods, crafts, unique local cr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/annual-fall-festival-set-to-return-to-kosciusko-this-october/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/annual-fall-festival-set-to-return-to-kosciusko-this-october/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rankin-sheriffs-deputy-accused-of-sexually-harassing-woman-keeps-job-despite-years-of-misconduct-allegations/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rankin-sheriffs-deputy-accused-of-sexually-harassing-woman-keeps-job-despite-years-of-misconduct-allegations/ The Southern Miss commit has helped lead Kosciusko to a dominant 3-0 start to open the 2026 season, proving to be a force both through the air and on the ground.
Through the team’s first three games, Wade has 860 passing yards and eight passing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/caiden-wade-sets-kosciusko-all-time-passing-record/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/caiden-wade-sets-kosciusko-all-time-passing-record/ Floats will line up on Tipton Street before entering to circle the historic Downtown Square. The procession will then exit via Madison Street and park along Monroe Street for evening festivities.
Locals are encouraged to arrive early, grab a spot along the route, and wear maroon to support the Whip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-homecoming-parade-set-for-tuesday-route-details-and-downtown-street-closures/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-homecoming-parade-set-for-tuesday-route-details-and-downtown-street-closures/ Congratulations Ms. Brown, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-3-winner-is-jalaycia-brown-of-kosciusko/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-3-winner-is-jalaycia-brown-of-kosciusko/ The post Video: Hernando vs Kosciusko Highlights (football) appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-hernando-vs-kosciusko-highlights-football/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-hernando-vs-kosciusko-highlights-football/ KSD’s 2026 Homecoming festivities will run Sept. 14 -18, featuring a week packed with tradition, school spirit, and community-wide pride.
The main highlight of the week will take place Tuesday, Sept. 15, when the annual Kosciusko Whippets Homecoming Parade rolls through the historic Downtown Kosciusko Square starting at 6:30 p.m.
District officials]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-school-district-invites-local-businesses-to-decorate-for-homecoming-week/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-school-district-invites-local-businesses-to-decorate-for-homecoming-week/ HEAT ADVISORY shown in orange on map above
The National Weather Service says a heat advisory which covered western Mississippi Sunday is now in effect for most of the state including all of the local area.    Highs in the upper 90s are forecast today with the heat index possibly reaching 108 in Durant, 107 in Carthage and 106 in Kosciusko and Philadelphia.  Another heat advisory may be needed for Tuesday for parts of Mississippi but as drier air starts to move in from the e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-expanded-areawide/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-expanded-areawide/ That began about 9 p.m. on Fairground St., went up East Jefferson and out of town on Hwy. 12.
The truck got up top speeds of more than 100 mph, went up Hwy. 35 and eventually ended up in Holmes County at West.
The officer that was initially chasing the truck had a fuel issue and had to stop chasing. Deputies stop]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-police-attala-deputies-chase-dodge-truck-saturday-night/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-police-attala-deputies-chase-dodge-truck-saturday-night/ Both defenses set the tone early, locking down the scoreboard through 36 minutes of action. Eupora finally broke the tie in the fourth quarter with a 3-yard touchdown run and successful two-point pass, later sealing the game with a fumble recovery in the end zone.
“Our guys really played hard for 4 quarters,” said Ethel head coach Junior Grah]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/defensive-battle-ends-with-eupora-getting-14-0-over-ethel/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/defensive-battle-ends-with-eupora-getting-14-0-over-ethel/ That happened at the intersection of Hwy. 14 and Hwy. 429 near Zemuly. Injuries were reported with the wreck. It was not clear how bad they were.
At least two people were reported injured and at least one was possibly trapped.
The other vehicle ended up precariously hanging over a culvert and a wrecker was called to help keep the car from falling.
The post 18-Wheeler and Another Vehicle Hit Near Sallis ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/18-wheeler-and-another-vehicle-hit-near-sallis/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/18-wheeler-and-another-vehicle-hit-near-sallis/ That wreck happened just before 1:30 a.m. and it was reported that someone was trapped. The fire department was called out once police reached the scene.
Police were able to get the person out before firefighters got there. An ambulance was called and took that person to the hospital. It was not clear how badly the person was hurt, nor were the nature of t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/semi-and-car-hit-on-veterans-memorial-early-saturday/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/semi-and-car-hit-on-veterans-memorial-early-saturday/ That was called in at 10:45 p.m.
Kosciusko Police were called afdter it was reported at least one person had stolen some beer from the store. Officers cleared the parking lot and investigated the possible theft.
It was unclear if anyone was arrested.
The post Large Crowd, Shoplifting Reported at Store on Hwy. 12 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-crowd-shoplifting-reported-at-store-on-hwy-12/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-crowd-shoplifting-reported-at-store-on-hwy-12/ That limb was reported on a power line on Attala Rd. 4977, which is near Hwy. 12. That happened just before 10 p.m.
When firefighters arrived they reported there was no fire, but Entergy was called to deal with the limb and the resulting damage to the lines.
It was unclear if people lost lights in the area.
The post Large Limb Lands on Line appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-limb-lands-on-line/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-limb-lands-on-line/  CHRISTOPHER D BURRAGE, 29, of Philadelphia, Petit Larceny, Grand Larceny, PPD.  Bond $500, $0.
 JEREMY PAUL CLARK, 28, of Philadelphia, Probation Violation, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 BRAYDEN C DEES, 22, of Philadelphia, Disorderly Conduct – Failure to Comply with LEO, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a Business, Resisting Arrest, PPD.  Bond $500, $500, $500.
 TEQUILIA R GRAY]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-larceny-duis-and-disorderly-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grand-larceny-duis-and-disorderly-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/25-years-later-even-small-events-from-sept-11-remain-etched-in-the-mind/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/25-years-later-even-small-events-from-sept-11-remain-etched-in-the-mind/ As we wrap up the weekend and head into next week, we may be seeing our final episode of above-normal summer weather.   A heat advisory has been posted today for mainly western Mississippi including Holmes and Carroll counties, where afternoon highs will be in the upper 90s with a heat index from 106 to 107.   Durant could reach 100 Monday and Tuesday with the rest of the local area in the upper 90s.
The National Weather Service expe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-holmes-and-carroll-counties-today/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-holmes-and-carroll-counties-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-teen-overcomes-health-challenges-to-harvest-12-foot-alligator/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-teen-overcomes-health-challenges-to-harvest-12-foot-alligator/  STANLEY L CHAMBLEE, 46, of Carthage, Public Drunk, CPD.  Bond $239.25.
 ADRIAN L COX, 27, of Jackson, Hold – Detainer LCSO, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 ROBBIE S GILBERT, 46, of Ludlow, Hold for Other County – Scott County Chancery Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 BRYAN K GRIFFIN, 30, of Carthage, Lighting Eq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-obstruction-duis-and-disorderly-conduct-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-obstruction-duis-and-disorderly-conduct-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-police-make-first-arrest-in-killing-of-tasia-fortune-who-was-found-hanging-from-a-tree/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-police-make-first-arrest-in-killing-of-tasia-fortune-who-was-found-hanging-from-a-tree/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/911-overshadows-other-major-events-of-the-past-25-years-for-many-americans-new-poll-finds/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/911-overshadows-other-major-events-of-the-past-25-years-for-many-americans-new-poll-finds/ The Tigers open the scoring with a touchdown, 7-0.  With an answering score, the first quarter ended tied at seven.  Hernando opens the second quarter with another touchdown, 14-7.  Adding another score, Hernando led at the half, 21-7.
The Whippets came out of the locker room after the half and scored on the first play of the second half.  They quickly tied up the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-hernando-tigers-in-double-overtime/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-hernando-tigers-in-double-overtime/ The Tigers open the scoring with a touchdown, 7-0.  With an answering score, the first quarter ended tied at seven.  Hernando opens the second quarter with another touchdown, 14-7.  Adding another score, Hernando led at the half, 21-7.
The Whippets came out of the locker room after the half and scored on the first play of the second half.  They quickly tied up the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-hernando-tigers/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/whippets-defeat-hernando-tigers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-sets-budget-after-scraping-every-couch-cushion-for-firefighting-money/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-sets-budget-after-scraping-every-couch-cushion-for-firefighting-money/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-ballot-is-free-so-why-does-voter-suppression-still-exist-in-mississippi-asks-jsu-student/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-ballot-is-free-so-why-does-voter-suppression-still-exist-in-mississippi-asks-jsu-student/ *If the link above above isn’t working on your device, click HERE to find the broadcast on YouTube, click below to listen to the Breezy 103 online audio stream or tune your radio to 103.7.
Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Hernando vs Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-hernando-vs-kosciusko/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-hernando-vs-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/embattled-charter-school-in-canton-remains-in-limbo/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/embattled-charter-school-in-canton-remains-in-limbo/  AMANDA BROWN, 58, of Meridian, Contempt of Court, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 JAMES D CARTER, 40, of Carthage, DUI – 1st, Expired Tag, Possession of Marijuana, MHP.  Bond $1,500, $400, $1,000.
 SHAMARIOUS DEON COLEMAN, 51, of DeKalb, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 K]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-dui-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/more-dui-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-women-accuse-former-mississippi-counselor-of-sexual-attacks/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-women-accuse-former-mississippi-counselor-of-sexual-attacks/ The event will feature floats, student groups, and community displays along the downtown route. Organizers invite all local residents and alumni to attend and support the Tigers.
Homecoming activities will continue Friday, Sept. 18, with pre-game festivities beginning at 6:00 p.m. before the Tigers face Greenville Christian.
The post Ethel High School Sets Main Street Homecoming Parade]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-sets-main-street-homecoming-parade-for-sept-17/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-high-school-sets-main-street-homecoming-parade-for-sept-17/ Today marks 25 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that claimed thousands of lives and forever changed the United States of America.
On that morning, four commercial airplanes were hijacked. Two were flown into the World Trade Center towers in New York, and another struck the Pentagon in Virginia. A fourth plane crashed in a field]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/25-years-later-remembering-september-11-2001/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/25-years-later-remembering-september-11-2001/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberattack-disrupts-mississippi-student-financial-aid-processing/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberattack-disrupts-mississippi-student-financial-aid-processing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberattack-disrupts-mississippi-student-financial-aid-application-processing/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cyberattack-disrupts-mississippi-student-financial-aid-application-processing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-hinds-eagles-21-7/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-hinds-eagles-21-7/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/as-data-centers-expand-advocates-call-for-regulations-on-lights/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/as-data-centers-expand-advocates-call-for-regulations-on-lights/ A car had veered off the road into a ditch. The driver suffered only minor injuries and refused to be transported by EMS.
The post Minor Wreck Wednesday Afternoon in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-wreck-wednesday-afternoon-in-attala/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-wreck-wednesday-afternoon-in-attala/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-jail-officials-deny-he-was-beaten-in-a-lawsuit-former-inmate-says-he-was-left-unable-to-walk-or-talk/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hinds-county-jail-officials-deny-he-was-beaten-in-a-lawsuit-former-inmate-says-he-was-left-unable-to-walk-or-talk/ The flames covered roughly half an acre and was spreading into the woods.
Reportedly, no structures were threatened by the blaze.
The post Minor Woods Fire Thursday Afternoon in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-woods-fire-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-woods-fire-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/ The fire was started unintentionally and covered roughly a quarter of an acre, spreading into the woods. Reportedly, no structures were threatened by the blaze.
Later at about 2:30, the ACFD was called to a fire on Attala Rd. 5041. Upon arriving on scene, they found a flame spreading through a field and into the woods.
Forestry was later reque]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-fires-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-fires-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/  KEVIN D BROWN, 46, of Carthage, Sentenced, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 JAMARION K COOK, 29, of Carthage, Felony Bench Warrant – Leake County Circuit Court, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, LCSO.  Bond N/A, $5,000.
 LARRY DAVIS, 67, of Walnut Grove, Domestic Violence, LCSO.  Bond $0.
 CHARLES L GILMORE, 86]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-domestic-and-disorderly-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-domestic-and-disorderly-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/proposed-changes-could-gut-head-start-but-mississippis-early-education-programs-protect-some-children/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/proposed-changes-could-gut-head-start-but-mississippis-early-education-programs-protect-some-children/  
 
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – Septem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-10-2026/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-10-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-found-guilty-of-harassment-at-retrial/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-found-guilty-of-harassment-at-retrial/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-found-guilty-of-harassment-and-stalking-at-retrial/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-found-guilty-of-harassment-and-stalking-at-retrial/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-appeals-court-considers-effort-to-restrict-the-most-common-abortion-method/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-appeals-court-considers-effort-to-restrict-the-most-common-abortion-method/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/police-chief-calls-tasia-fortunes-death-a-homicide-but-says-investigators-are-still-awaiting-autopsy-report/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/police-chief-calls-tasia-fortunes-death-a-homicide-but-says-investigators-are-still-awaiting-autopsy-report/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-governments-get-funds-for-fire-protection/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-governments-get-funds-for-fire-protection/ ACFD Chief Tim Cox says a downed power line along a utility right-of-way was to blame for the blaze.
The Forestry Commission was called to secure a lane around the fire, and less than 1 acre burned.
The post Woods Fire Sparks in Attala Tuesday Evening appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-sparks-in-attala-tuesday-evening/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woods-fire-sparks-in-attala-tuesday-evening/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-first-football-weekend-first-takes/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-first-football-weekend-first-takes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/receiver-in-charge-of-turning-around-jacksons-water-system-now-says-city-should-sell-it/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/receiver-in-charge-of-turning-around-jacksons-water-system-now-says-city-should-sell-it/  KAYLA DELANNA BRAY, 21, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, MHP.  Bond $1,500.
 MICHELE D BUTLER, 56, of Philadelphia, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, PPD.  Bond $500.
 BREANA L CLARK, 30, of Philadelphia, Bench Warrant – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 DENISE LEANN DENSON, 22]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-drugs-duis-and-domestic-violence-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-drugs-duis-and-domestic-violence-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-thrift-store-aims-to-fill-retail-void-left-by-closure-of-family-dollar-in-south-jackson/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-thrift-store-aims-to-fill-retail-void-left-by-closure-of-family-dollar-in-south-jackson/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-are-keynote-speakers-for-mississippi-today-10th-anniversary-event/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/laurene-powell-jobs-and-darren-walker-are-keynote-speakers-for-mississippi-today-10th-anniversary-event/ The Attala County Fire Department was dispatched to the residence where Bell was living at approximately 9:45 p.m. Monday after a fire was reported. Firefighters arrived to find a bedroom on fire and quickly extinguished the blaze.
ACFD Chief Tim Cox said an investigation determined the fire was intentionally set, leading to Bell’s arrest. Bell was charged with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woman-accused-of-intentionally-setting-fire-inside-attala-county-home/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/woman-accused-of-intentionally-setting-fire-inside-attala-county-home/ The post Audio: Sunstar Insurance Coaches Show – September 9, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-9-2026/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-9-2026/ “There are some signs that we may see that first real cool front of the year coming down.”
Logan Poole at the Nat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nws-cooler-weather-could-be-just-around-the-corner/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nws-cooler-weather-could-be-just-around-the-corner/ Attendees should use the “Commons” entrance on the north side near the parking lot.
The session highlights upcoming tree planting initiatives for Jason Niles Park and Kosciusko Lower Elementary School.
Visitors will have the opportunity to review site]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-community-invited-to-share-input-on-local-tree-planting-plans/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-community-invited-to-share-input-on-local-tree-planting-plans/ The program allows Education Preparation students to move beyond textbook theory and immerse themselves in the day-to-day realities of teaching. During their placements, aspiring teachers observe instructional strategies, interact directly with students, learn classroom management techn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-students-step-into-classrooms-as-kosciusko-attala-ctc-begins-teaching-field-experience/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-students-step-into-classrooms-as-kosciusko-attala-ctc-begins-teaching-field-experience/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/death-row-men-lose-personal-tablet-access-after-advocate-shares-their-stories-online/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/death-row-men-lose-personal-tablet-access-after-advocate-shares-their-stories-online/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-10-years-and-counting/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-other-side-10-years-and-counting/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-welcomes-new-data-reporter-julie-lee-to-investigative-team/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-welcomes-new-data-reporter-julie-lee-to-investigative-team/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-could-face-75-million-snap-cost-as-food-pantry-demand-rises/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-could-face-75-million-snap-cost-as-food-pantry-demand-rises/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congress-must-ensure-pell-grants-for-mississippi-students-college-access-advocate-says/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congress-must-ensure-pell-grants-for-mississippi-students-college-access-advocate-says/ In her role at the center, Mrs. Horn helps students explore careers in education while developing the essential skills needed to become future teachers. Her commitment to career and technical education provides local students with valuable classroom experience and guidance toward future teaching careers.
KACTC congratulates Mrs. Horn and thanks her for her dedicatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-september-staff-spotlight-tessa-horn/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-september-staff-spotlight-tessa-horn/ Each Halloween, hundreds of local students visit the facility to collect treats, show off their costumes, and visit with residents.
Facility staff say the beloved tradition is a highlight of the season for veterans, but community support is essential to make it possible.
Individual candy donations can be dropped off at the Veterans Home, located at 310 Aut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/martha-jo-leslie-state-veterans-home-seeking-candy-donations-for-annual-trick-or-treat-event/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/martha-jo-leslie-state-veterans-home-seeking-candy-donations-for-annual-trick-or-treat-event/  MALCOLM J GENTRY, 34, of Kosciusko, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, KPD.  Bond $0.
 VINCENT HOWARD, 60, of Kosciusko, Shoplifting – 2nd, KPD.  Bond $2,300.
 RODERICK ICKOM, 3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-arrest-and-conviction-child-prn-and-burglary-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-arrest-and-conviction-child-prn-and-burglary-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ag-lynn-fitch-could-have-virtually-unlimited-latitude-to-set-how-mississippis-189-million-meta-settlement-can-be-spent/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ag-lynn-fitch-could-have-virtually-unlimited-latitude-to-set-how-mississippis-189-million-meta-settlement-can-be-spent/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-farmers-market-celebrates-16-years/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-farmers-market-celebrates-16-years/ Junior maids- Cadence Merritt and Ella Pender
Sophomore maids- Derrinae Oats and Abigail Steed
Freshman Maids- Alexius Clark and Marlee Rush
8th grade maids- Khloe Fortenberry and Kamariah Patrick
7th grade maids- Kyrie Mabry and Hadlee EdwardsHomecoming festivities will begin at 6:00 pm Friday, Sept. 18, prior to the football game against Greenville Christian.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-ethel-announces-2026-homecoming-court/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-ethel-announces-2026-homecoming-court/ “We are working to try to, number one, discern exactly what’s causing the outages.  So, we are leaning on Entergy to try to correct those problems.”
Brown says the company has already been trimmin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/commissioner-discusses-attala-power-issues/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/commissioner-discusses-attala-power-issues/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-law-enforcement-mourns-deputys-death/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-law-enforcement-mourns-deputys-death/ Congratulations Mr. Wiskus, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week 3 picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-2-winner-is-doug-wiskus-of-kosciusko/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-2-winner-is-doug-wiskus-of-kosciusko/ Congratulations Mr. Wiskus, you are the winner of our weekly Friday Night Food Spot Prize, a $15 gift card to Sonic!
You, too, could be a winner. Just be sure to submit your picks by 6:00 p.m. on Friday to be eligible!
Week 3 picks can be found here.
Remember to play each week for a chance to win the season prize, a Turtlebox Grande]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-2-winner-is-doug-wiskus-of-carthage/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-week-2-winner-is-doug-wiskus-of-carthage/  
While much of the local area will avoid the worst of the hot temperatures and humidity today, a heat advisory has been posted for Holmes, Carroll and Montgomery counties.   With this afternoon’s high in Durant forecast to be in the upper 90s, the heat index there could reach 109.  The National Weather Service says somewhat drier air that’s not as hot could be oozing into Mississippi this week keeping the heat stress foc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-part-of-local-area-today/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-part-of-local-area-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/angela-freeman-case-highlights-changes-in-missing-person-investigations/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/angela-freeman-case-highlights-changes-in-missing-person-investigations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/football-weekend-that-was-ole-miss-survives-while-state-usm-and-jsu-romp/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/football-weekend-that-was-ole-miss-survives-while-state-usm-and-jsu-romp/ The honors come after big Friday night wins for Kosciusko, McAdams, and Ethel:
Kosciusko High School
C.J. Sandifer, RB: Rushed 21 times for 149 yards and three touchdowns to help power the Whippets past Florence, 46-16.
L.D. McBride, WR/DB: Hauled in seven receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown on offense while adding an interception on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-attala-county-football-players-named-statewide-top-performers/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/multiple-attala-county-football-players-named-statewide-top-performers/ Thanks to a newly available surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Dentistry, Griffith, a 65-year-old oral cancer survivor and fishing enthusiast living in Laurel, has graduated to mashed potatoes. 
Beverly Cole, left, and Herbert Griffith, right, stand with their late mother. Credit: Courtesy of Beverly ColeGriffith lost most]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-complex-jaw-reconstruction-surgery-reaches-mississippi/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-complex-jaw-reconstruction-surgery-reaches-mississippi/ After St. Andrew’s opened with a 25-yard touchdown pass, Ethel erupted for 28 unanswered points in the second quarter. Zantavious Clark sparked the rally with 4-yard and 3-yard touchdown runs. Quarterback Taylon May then took over, scoring on a 24-yard run and hitting Caden Merritt for a 28-yard touchdown pass before halftime.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-down-saints-in-dominant-41-6-win/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-down-saints-in-dominant-41-6-win/ Driven by a relentless rushing attack that produced 429 total yards on the ground, McAdams controlled the contest from start to finish to hand West Lowndes its second loss of the season.
Overall Player of the Game Andre Brown (#4) powered the Bulldogs’ offense, racking up 203 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns on just 9 carries. Brown also added 23 passing yards and a touch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bulldogs-bounce-back-mcadams-dominates-west-lowndes-44-14/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bulldogs-bounce-back-mcadams-dominates-west-lowndes-44-14/ G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center and Holmes Community College have partnered to open the new G.A. Carmichael Community Student Health Center in Goodman. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the facility is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Goodman campus, with the community invited to attend.
The facility aims to make medi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-campus-health-center-set-to-open-at-holmes-community-college-in-goodman/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-campus-health-center-set-to-open-at-holmes-community-college-in-goodman/  JOHN SCOTT CARTER II, 26, of Philadelphia, Hold for Drug Court, DC.  Bond $0.AUSTIN MICHAEL DEMPSEY, 28, of Philadelphia, Hold for Drug Court, DC.  Bond $0.
 AVIA GRAFFREEY, 37, of Carthage, Child Endangerment, Aggravated Assault, NCSO.  Bond $800, $7,500.
 JERMAINE DONTRELL JACKSON, 35, of Louisville, Failure to Appear, Hold for MDOC, NCSO.  Bond $0, $0.
 CARLEE JIMMIE, 29, of Ph]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-endangerment-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-endangerment-and-aggravated-assault-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-last-competitive-us-house-races-occurred-in-2010-will-2026-change-the-trend/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-last-competitive-us-house-races-occurred-in-2010-will-2026-change-the-trend/ The fire was called in at first as a house fire, then as a woods fire about 9:20 p.m. It was on Hwy. 43 north.
Before firefighters arrived it was determined that it may have been a controled burn, with a landowner burning on the propert on purpose. When firefighters got to the scene they confirmed it was a large brush and debris pile, making an impressive display.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-fire-on-hwy-43-was-a-controled-burn/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/large-fire-on-hwy-43-was-a-controled-burn/ A deputy was responding to a call about 4:15 a.m. at a business on Hwy. 19. A few minutes later he reported that someone was running from him.
The Canton man was successfully arrested and had several back warrants out for his arrest.
The post Deputy Chases, Arrests Person on Hwy. 19 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deputy-chases-arrests-person-on-hwy-19/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deputy-chases-arrests-person-on-hwy-19/ Highs today should range from the upper 90s in Kosciusko to near 100 elsewhere in the local area.  The heat index is forecast to reach 109 in Kosciusko, 110 in Durant and 111 in Carthag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storms-heat-forecast-today/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storms-heat-forecast-today/  CLAUDE L JIM, 60, of Conehatta, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, Hold for LCSO, PPD.  Bond $0, $1,385.
 KABRINA B JORDAN, 22, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Failure to use Child Restraint Device, CPD.  Bond $0, $163.
 JONATHAN MCCULLOUCH, 28, of Brandon, DUI – 1st, Im]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/petit-larceny-forgery-and-assault-in-carthage-and-leake/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/petit-larceny-forgery-and-assault-in-carthage-and-leake/ HEAT ADVISORY shown in orange on map above
Much of Mississippi including the local area will be back under a heat advisory today, with the afternoon heat index ranging from 105 in Philadelphia to 106 in Kosciusko and Carthage and 108 in Durant.   The heat stress is forecast to increase on Sunday with heat indices reaching 108 in Kosciusko and Philadelphia, 109 in Carthage and 110 in Durant.
Also on Sunday, a Level-1 “marginal” risk of severe storms has been posted fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hot-saturday-followed-by-stormy-sunday-in-this-area/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hot-saturday-followed-by-stormy-sunday-in-this-area/ The Whippets scored the first two touchdowns on their first two possessions.  Adding a safety, the first quarter was 15-0, Kosciusko.  The home team added a field goal at the beginning of the second quarter.  Continuing their domination, Kosciusko led 25-0 at the half.
Florence opened the third quarter with a touchdown, 25-6.  But the Whippets held on for the win, 46-16.
CJ Sandifer was]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-defeats-florence-now-2-0/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-defeats-florence-now-2-0/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/counsel-for-death-row-inmate-willie-manning-raises-batson-challenge-with-mississippi-supreme-court/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/counsel-for-death-row-inmate-willie-manning-raises-batson-challenge-with-mississippi-supreme-court/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fifth-circuit-upholds-dismissal-of-jacksonians-lawsuit-against-city-over-lead-in-water/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fifth-circuit-upholds-dismissal-of-jacksonians-lawsuit-against-city-over-lead-in-water/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/recording-captures-attala-county-school-officials-admitting-strip-search-of-teen-students-might-not-have-been-legal/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/recording-captures-attala-county-school-officials-admitting-strip-search-of-teen-students-might-not-have-been-legal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-appoints-adam-telle-longtime-thad-cochran-adviser-to-lead-the-army/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-appoints-adam-telle-longtime-thad-cochran-adviser-to-lead-the-army/ *If the link above above isn’t working on your device, click HERE to find the broadcast on YouTube, click below to listen to the Breezy 103 online audio stream or tune your radio to 103.7.
Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Kosciusko vs Florence appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-florence/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-kosciusko-vs-florence/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-clinic-opens-in-leland-expands-local-access-to-healthcare-in-the-mississippi-delta/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/new-clinic-opens-in-leland-expands-local-access-to-healthcare-in-the-mississippi-delta/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/medicaid-expansion-would-help-overcome-budget-shortfall-and-harms-of-big-beautiful-bill-physician-says/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/medicaid-expansion-would-help-overcome-budget-shortfall-and-harms-of-big-beautiful-bill-physician-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/eligibility-issues-are-not-new-in-college-sports-heres-the-proof/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/eligibility-issues-are-not-new-in-college-sports-heres-the-proof/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-its-finally-here/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-its-finally-here/  MELISSA ANN CANNON, 35, of Union, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 WHITLEY S DEARING, 33, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 WILLIAM FORTENBERRY, 31, of Philadelphia, Transfer, Distribution, or Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell, PPD.  Bond $50,000.
 GREGORY HUDSON, 45, of Philadelphia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/malicious-mischief-drugs-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/malicious-mischief-drugs-and-dui-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ The driver reported striking a bale of hay at the intersection of highways 35 and 19. He stopped near Dollar General and the River Bridge Store to inspect the damage when the truck began to burn and quickly became engulfed in flames.
The Attala County Fire Department and Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the scene. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, but the tractor portion of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/semi-truck-catches-fire-on-highway-35-in-kosciusko/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/semi-truck-catches-fire-on-highway-35-in-kosciusko/  
As the Labor Day holiday gets underway, the local area will be back under a heat advisory but the worst is yet to come.   Today’s heat index will range from 105 in Kosciusko, Carthage and Philadelphia to 107 in Durant.  Saturday, it bumps up to 106 in Kosciusko and Carthage and 108 in Durant.  The forecast for Sunday is a heat index up to 110 areawide. 
The post This Labor Day Weekend Will Be a Hot One appeared firs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/this-labor-day-weekend-will-be-a-hot-one/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/this-labor-day-weekend-will-be-a-hot-one/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sec-sues-lsu-as-athletes-plead-in-court-to-regain-eligibility-with-college-sports-season-underway/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sec-sues-lsu-as-athletes-plead-in-court-to-regain-eligibility-with-college-sports-season-underway/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/louisiana-judge-rules-against-ncaa-clearing-path-for-former-nfl-players-to-join-lsu-roster/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/louisiana-judge-rules-against-ncaa-clearing-path-for-former-nfl-players-to-join-lsu-roster/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-co-lin-wolves-47-27/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-fall-to-co-lin-wolves-47-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-delta-fest-hbcu-leaders-discuss-how-to-prepare-students-for-the-evolving-southern-economy/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-delta-fest-hbcu-leaders-discuss-how-to-prepare-students-for-the-evolving-southern-economy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-former-top-jackson-state-university-administrators-settle-sex-discrimination-lawsuits/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-former-top-jackson-state-university-administrators-settle-sex-discrimination-lawsuits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andrew-young-visits-mississippi-for-medgar-evers-lecture/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andrew-young-visits-mississippi-for-medgar-evers-lecture/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-issues-lafayette-burn-ban-after-senator-puts-heat-on-agency-amid-drought/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-issues-lafayette-burn-ban-after-senator-puts-heat-on-agency-amid-drought/ During the investigation, Bradley Powell, 20, was arrested and charged with 1 count of child exploitation and is currently being held at Leake County Correctional Facility with a $200,000 bond.
The Kosciusko Police Department offers its gratitude to the Internet Crimes Against Children division of the Attorney General’s Office]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-man-charged-with-child-exploitation-in-thursday-morning-arrest/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-man-charged-with-child-exploitation-in-thursday-morning-arrest/ Judge Joseph Loper has sentenced Bryan Weaver to serve the remainder of his natural life in prison.
The verdict was handed down Thursday afternoon following a four-day trial at the Attala County Courthouse.
Tracy Weaver, 46, was found shot to death inside the couple’s home on August 28, 2023. Bryan Weaver was indicted on a first-degree murder charge in February 2025.
The post Bry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bryan-weaver-found-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-and-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bryan-weaver-found-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-and-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/disillusioned-with-the-healthcare-system-these-physicians-stopped-taking-insurance/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/disillusioned-with-the-healthcare-system-these-physicians-stopped-taking-insurance/  DERRICK HAYES, 41, Felony Court Order, MDOC.  Bond N/A.
 DEONTE D JOHNSON, 24, of Carthage, Failure to Obey Traffic Control, DUI – Test Refusal, CPD.  Bond $960, $1,351.
 JESSICA E KELLY, 40, of Carthage, Felony Court Order – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 WILLIAM MCCURDY, 54, of Carthage, Felony Possession of a Controlled Sub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-with-a-deadly-weapon-and-felony-drug-charges-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-with-a-deadly-weapon-and-felony-drug-charges-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/ The event will take place on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the Attala County Coliseum, located at 550 MS-12 in Kosciusko, MS. It is completely free and open to all members of the public.
Designed around the theme “Connecting Our Community to Better Health,” the fair w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-health-resources-fair-set-to-offer-free-services-to-community-members/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-health-resources-fair-set-to-offer-free-services-to-community-members/ These students were selected by their program instructors for showing outstanding participation, effort, and dedication in their classes.September Students of the Month:
Ag Science: Aiden McCrory
Automotive: Les Helms
Construction: Brayden Whittington
Ed Prep: Adeline Pee
Health Science: Caymen Kerr
Keystone: A’Zaria Winters
Multimedia: Kendal Washington
Welding: Alonzo Teagu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-career-tech-center-announces-september-students-of-the-month/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-career-tech-center-announces-september-students-of-the-month/ If the video won’t work on your device, click HERE to watch on YouTube.
The post VIDEO: Ongoing Proceedings in the Bryan Weaver Murder Trial appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-ongoing-proceedings-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-ongoing-proceedings-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/  
 
3:10 p.m.
The jury is now in deliberation. Breezy News will continue to provide updates, and the verdict will be live streamed.1:30 p.m.
Closing arguments11:30 a.m.
The prosecution and defense have both rested. Court is in recess until 1:30 this afternoon when closing arguments will be presented.
Tune in for live updates and courtroom coverage from the Attala County murder trial.
If the video won’t work on your]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-jury-now-in-deliberation-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-jury-now-in-deliberation-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/ 1:30 p.m.
Closing arguments
11:30 a.m.
The prosecution and defense have both rested. Court is in recess until 1:30 this afternoon when closing arguments will be presented.
Tune in for live updates and courtroom coverage from the Attala County murder trial.
If the video won’t work on your device, click HERE to watch on YouTube.
The post VIDEO: Closing Arguments in the Bryan Weaver Murder Trial appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-closing-arguments-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-closing-arguments-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/ The prosecution and defense have both rested. Court is in recess until 1:30 this afternoon when closing arguments will be presented.
Tune in for live updates and courtroom coverage from the Attala County murder trial.
If the video won’t work on your device, click HERE to watch on YouTube.
The post **Proceedings to Resume at 1:30 p.m. Thursday** VIDEO: Ongoing Proceedings in the Bryan Weaver Murder Trial appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/proceedings-to-resume-at-130-pm-thursday-video-ongoing-proceedings-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/proceedings-to-resume-at-130-pm-thursday-video-ongoing-proceedings-in-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/  
 
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – September 3, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusk]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-3-2026/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-september-3-2026/  
No break from the heat today except in areas that get some rain.  A heat advisory will be back in effect for most of Mississippi including this area starting at noon, with the heat index locally ranging from 105 to 107.
The post September Heat Continues Today appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-heat-continues-today/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-heat-continues-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hundreds-of-thousands-of-eligible-kids-in-the-us-are-waiting-for-childcare-assistance/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hundreds-of-thousands-of-eligible-kids-in-the-us-are-waiting-for-childcare-assistance/ The original ordinance specifically referenced only the Natchez Trace Festival. To accommodate the city’s expanding events calendar, managed alongside the Kosciusko-Attala Partnership, the updated policy now encompasses all municipal and chamber-sponsored events, including Food Truck Frenzy, the Heart of Mississippi Rodeo, and the Fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-updates-special-events-ordinance/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-updates-special-events-ordinance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cassandra-wilson-jackson-native-who-earned-international-acclaim-as-a-jazz-singer-dies-at-70/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cassandra-wilson-jackson-native-who-earned-international-acclaim-as-a-jazz-singer-dies-at-70/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-pediatricians-recommend-vaccines-against-flu-covid-and-rsv-this-fall/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-pediatricians-recommend-vaccines-against-flu-covid-and-rsv-this-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/another-interim-superintendent-chosen-for-canton-schools/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/another-interim-superintendent-chosen-for-canton-schools/  DE’UNDRA DE’SHUN BOYD, 19, of Philadelphia, Indictment, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 CARL WESTERN CLEVELAND, 51, of Union, Indictment, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 ASHTON G EDWARDS, 25, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court – Philadelphia Municipal Court, Hold – Detainer for PPD, PPD.  Bond N/A, $0.
 CLIFTON HICKMAN, 57, of Philadelphia, Failure to Appear, NCSO.  Bond $0.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/murder-breaking-and-entering-and-disorderly-conduct-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/murder-breaking-and-entering-and-disorderly-conduct-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-hearing-turns-tense-in-us-rep-bennie-thompsons-backyard/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-hearing-turns-tense-in-us-rep-bennie-thompsons-backyard/ Day three of the Bryan Weaver murder trial is underway at the Attala County Courthouse.
Meagan Weaver, the daughter of Bryan and Tracy Weaver, took the stand Wednesday morning. She was questioned by attorneys for both the prosecution and the defense.
Court is currently taking a brief recess. Testimony will continue when proceedings resume.
Breezy News will provide additional updates as the trial continues.
The post Day Three of Bryan Weaver Murder Trial Unde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/day-three-of-bryan-weaver-murder-trial-underway/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/day-three-of-bryan-weaver-murder-trial-underway/ To accommodate setup and breakdown, the parking lot closure will be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The main event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will feature jump houses, hot dogs, and hamburgers.
The celebration honors a 4-year-old wish recipient who loves big red trucks and fire trucks. To cap off the festivit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-to-close-parking-lot-friday-for-make-a-wish-event-and-mini-parade/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-to-close-parking-lot-friday-for-make-a-wish-event-and-mini-parade/ Audio: 
My Kosciusko App Download Links:Iphone
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The post Minute with the Mayor – September 2, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-september-2-2026/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-september-2-2026/ And if you’re looking to save on a tank of gas, the average price countywide in Leake County is the lowest in Mississippi at $3.50.   According to GasBuddy.com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-gas-prices-up-leake-the-lowest/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ms-gas-prices-up-leake-the-lowest/  
The entire local area– and much of Mississippi– will be under a heat advisory today as temperatures climb into the upper 90s this afternoon with a heat index around 105.  The National Weather Service says, even though September is here, it’ll feel like July or August in Mississippi for at least the next couple of weeks.  Fall begins Sept. 22 and typically, the first significant cold front of the season arrives toward t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-local-area-today/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-local-area-today/  
The entire local area– and much of Mississippi– will be under a heat advisory today as temperatures climb into the upper 90s this afternoon with a heat index around 105.  And a heat advisory has been posted for Thursday as well.   The National Weather Service says, even though September is here, it’ll feel like July or August in Mississippi for at least the next couple of weeks.  Fall begins Sept. 22 and typi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-local-area-again-tomorrow/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-for-local-area-again-tomorrow/ Helping Hands Ministry is opening its doors for a large-scale rummage sale on Saturday, Sept. 5, running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Ministry Building.
Shoppers can expect a wide variety of discounted goods, including clothing, furniture, books, bedding, and household knick-knacks. Organizers encourage community members to arrive early for the best selection, noting that all p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/helping-hands-rummage-sale-set-for-saturday/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/helping-hands-rummage-sale-set-for-saturday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-2-2026/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-september-2-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/besieged-for-sending-racist-text-messages-senatobia-police-chief-is-fired-by-city-leadership/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/besieged-for-sending-racist-text-messages-senatobia-police-chief-is-fired-by-city-leadership/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hezekiah-watkins-gets-birthday-wishes-at-mississippi-civil-rights-museum/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hezekiah-watkins-gets-birthday-wishes-at-mississippi-civil-rights-museum/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-dates-set-for-those-accused-of-making-threats-in-nolan-wells-case/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-dates-set-for-those-accused-of-making-threats-in-nolan-wells-case/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-dates-set-for-those-accused-of-making-threats-in-investigation-of-nolan-wells-death/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trial-dates-set-for-those-accused-of-making-threats-in-investigation-of-nolan-wells-death/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/psc-commissioner-pushes-snap-for-water-bills-idea-even-after-colleagues-reject-it/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/psc-commissioner-pushes-snap-for-water-bills-idea-even-after-colleagues-reject-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/massive-fire-causes-evacuation-of-laurels-howard-industries/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/massive-fire-causes-evacuation-of-laurels-howard-industries/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/big-time-money-is-sapping-the-joy-from-college-sports-even-from-the-start-of-football-season/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/big-time-money-is-sapping-the-joy-from-college-sports-even-from-the-start-of-football-season/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/extreme-temperatures-are-raising-heat-index-in-un-air-conditioned-prison-units/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/extreme-temperatures-are-raising-heat-index-in-un-air-conditioned-prison-units/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sean-tindell-vows-to-put-public-safety-first-go-after-corruption-if-elected-ag/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sean-tindell-vows-to-put-public-safety-first-go-after-corruption-if-elected-ag/ Deputies responded and discovered a male lying in the roadway with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital and found not to be fatally wounded.
Mary Fox was and charged with aggravated assault. she is currently being held at Leake County Correctional Facility with a bond set at $150k
The post Arrest Made in Shooting Last Thursday Evening in Attala]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-in-shooting-last-thursday-evening-in-attala/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/arrest-made-in-shooting-last-thursday-evening-in-attala/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-appeals-court-weighs-mississippi-dei-ban-ag-wants-judge-replaced-after-use-of-ai-for-flawed-order/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-appeals-court-weighs-mississippi-dei-ban-ag-wants-judge-replaced-after-use-of-ai-for-flawed-order/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-younger-railroad-merger-is-bad-for-mississippi-and-bad-for-america/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sen-younger-railroad-merger-is-bad-for-mississippi-and-bad-for-america/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/keeping-cool-saves-lives-yearly-including-in-mississippi-but-experts-say-its-at-a-cost-of-worsening-global-warming/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/keeping-cool-saves-lives-yearly-including-in-mississippi-but-experts-say-its-at-a-cost-of-worsening-global-warming/ Weaver is charged with first-degree murder in the 2023 death of his then-wife, Tracy Weaver.
Breezy News is covering the court proceedings and will provide updates as the trial progresses
The post Day Two of the Bryan Weaver Murder Trial appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/day-two-of-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/day-two-of-the-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/ A public town hall meeting has been called for Monday, Sept 21, at 6:00 p.m. to tackle ongoing electrical issues and frequent power outages affecting Carmack and surrounding Attala County communities.
The meeting will be held at the Carmack Community Center located at 24452 Highway 35 North.
A panel of decision-makers will be on hand to answer questions and detail correct]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carmack-town-hall-to-address-chronic-attala-county-power-outages/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/carmack-town-hall-to-address-chronic-attala-county-power-outages/ Wade led the Whippets high-powered offensive output for Kosciusko, accounting for six total touchdowns. Through the air, the senior completed 19 of 29 passes for 347 yards and three touchdowns. He was also dominant on the ground, rushing 10 times for 111 yards and adding another three scor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciuskos-caiden-wade-named-player-of-the-week-roundtree-and-sandifer-also-honored/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciuskos-caiden-wade-named-player-of-the-week-roundtree-and-sandifer-also-honored/  
A heat advisory today includes Holmes and Carroll counties but will be expanded on Wednesday to cover the entire local area.     The heat index could climb as high as 109. 
The post September Begins With More Summer Heat, Worse on Wednesday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-begins-with-more-summer-heat-worse-on-wednesday/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-begins-with-more-summer-heat-worse-on-wednesday/  
A heat advisory today will include Holmes and Carroll counties.  It’ll be in effect from 11 this morning until 7 this evening.   The heat index this afternoon is expected to range from 105 to 110 in the advisory area which includes locations near and west of I-55.The post September Begins With More Summer Heat appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-begins-with-more-summer-heat/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/september-begins-with-more-summer-heat/ The post Two Found Dead in Carthage Trailer appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-found-dead-in-carthage-trailer/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-found-dead-in-carthage-trailer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heres-how-we-verified-senatobia-police-chief-vanderfords-racist-text-messages/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 02:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heres-how-we-verified-senatobia-police-chief-vanderfords-racist-text-messages/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-corrections-chairman-juan-barnett-resigns-from-legislature/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/senate-corrections-chairman-juan-barnett-resigns-from-legislature/ The two victims were found deceased inside their home in Attala County on Sunday, August 30⁠.
Isaiah Reeves is the 18-year-old nephew of the victim, Johnny Ray Reeves II.
Sheriff Curtis Pope says Reeves, accompanied by his attorney, voluntarily appeared at the Attala County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday, August 31.
Reeves faces first-degree murder charges and is being held]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaiah-reeves-arrested-in-attala-county-double-murder/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/isaiah-reeves-arrested-in-attala-county-double-murder/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/group-wants-biotechnology-researcher-to-lead-mississippi-university-for-women/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/group-wants-biotechnology-researcher-to-lead-mississippi-university-for-women/  MARSHON X COBBINS, 31, of Kosciusko, Possession of a Controlled Substance, KPD.  Bond $0.
 MARY E FOX, 53, of Kosciusko, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, ACSO.  Bond $150,000.
 ROLONDA S HARVEY, 32, of Kosciusko, Improper Turn, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, ACSO.  Bond $1,000, $5,000, $1,000.
 ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-child-neglect-and-multiple-domestic-assault-charges-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-child-neglect-and-multiple-domestic-assault-charges-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county-arrests/ Former Kosciusko Whippet Dre Riley has officially landed on Mississippi State’s season-opening depth chart, earning the No. 2 spot at safety ahead of the Bulldogs’ kickoff this Saturday.
Source: X/Twitter – @HailstateFBWhile he finished his high school career leading Charleston to a state championship run, he played his sophomore year in Kosciusko. During that sophomore year, Riley racked up 52 tackles (40 solo), four tackles for loss, and two interceptio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-kosciusko-whippet-named-to-mississippi-states-depth-chart-for-season-opener/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-kosciusko-whippet-named-to-mississippi-states-depth-chart-for-season-opener/ The post PHOTO: Hyundai Recruiter Speaks to Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Students appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-hyundai-recruiter-speaks-to-kosciusko-attala-career-tech-students/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-hyundai-recruiter-speaks-to-kosciusko-attala-career-tech-students/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-prison-band-offers-a-glimpse-of-freedom-in-a-lifetime-ofpunishment/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-prison-band-offers-a-glimpse-of-freedom-in-a-lifetime-ofpunishment/ The jury has been selected and court proceedings will continue Tuesday, September 1 at 9 a.m. with opening statements. Breezy News will continue to provide trial updates.Jury selection is still underway in the murder trial of former Attala County Superintendent Bryan Weaver.
Trial proceedings began Monday, August 31, and is scheduled to continue through Friday, September 4.
Weaver is charged with first-degree murder in connection with the August 2023 shooting death of his wife, Tracy Wea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-jury-selected-in-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/update-jury-selected-in-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/ Trial proceedings began Monday, August 31, and is scheduled to continue through Friday, September 4.
Weaver is charged with first-degree murder in connection with the August 2023 shooting death of his wife, Tracy Weaver.
As of Monday at 2 p.m., a jury has not been seated and the selection process continues.
Breezy News is covering the court proceedings and will provide updates as the trial p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-selection-continues-in-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jury-selection-continues-in-bryan-weaver-murder-trial/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-call-for-further-reform-to-mississippi-tenant-laws/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-call-for-further-reform-to-mississippi-tenant-laws/ The first local drive will take place Thursday, Sept. 3, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Attala from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. A second Kosciusko drive will be held Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7, in the Walmart parking lot from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome.
Mississippi Blood Services says donors, especially t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-blood-services-hosting-kosciusko-drives-donors-entered-to-win-saints-tickets/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-blood-services-hosting-kosciusko-drives-donors-entered-to-win-saints-tickets/ Weaver was indicted for first-degree murder in February 2025 in connection with the August 2023 shooting death of his wife, Tracy Weaver, who was found dead inside the couple’s Attala County home.
Breezy News will be in the courtroom covering the proceedings and will provide updates throughout the trial.
Follow B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bryan-weaver-murder-trial-begins-today-breezy-news-providing-courtroom-coverage/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/bryan-weaver-murder-trial-begins-today-breezy-news-providing-courtroom-coverage/ At approximately 4:58 p.m., an individual arrived home and found a male and female who also lived at the residence unresponsive.
The incident was reported to the Attala County Sheriff’s Office, and deputies and EMS were dispatched to the scene.
Attala County Coroner Sam Bell identified the two deceased individuals as Johnny Ray Reeves II, 38, and Nicole Masse]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-found-deceased-sunday-in-an-attala-county-home/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/two-found-deceased-sunday-in-an-attala-county-home/  
It’s been a common occurrence this summer– Holmes County getting hotter than the rest of the local area.  Locations near and west of I-55 have been the focus of most of our heat stress episodes.  And the one that’s underway as we reach the end of August is no exception.  The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for a portion of western Mississippi including Holmes County until 8 pm this evening.&nbs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-issued-for-holmes-county/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-issued-for-holmes-county/  
It’s been a common occurrence this summer– Holmes County getting hotter than the rest of the local area.  Locations near and west of I-55 have been the focus of most of our heat stress episodes.  And the one that’s underway as we reach the end of August is no exception.  The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for a portion of western Mississippi including Holmes County until 8 pm this evening.&nbs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-issued-for-holmes-carroll-to-be-added-tomorrow/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-issued-for-holmes-carroll-to-be-added-tomorrow/ J.Z. George scored early on a first-quarter safety and added a 47-yard fumble return in the second quarter. Ethel answered immediately when Dante Bailey returned a kickoff 75 yards for the Tigers’ first touchdown of the year. After J.Z. George responded with a 20-yard touchdown pass, Caleb Mer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-fall-short-in-hard-fought-season-opener/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tigers-fall-short-in-hard-fought-season-opener/  WILLIAM SCOTTEY DUNN, 49, of Union, Hold for Investigations, Possession of Paraphernalia, Disturbing the Peace.  Bond $0, $600, $600.
 FILEMON HERNANDEZ-HERNANDEZ, 53, of Canton, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $300, $0.
 MILTON WONYA JONES, 28, of Demopolis, AL, DUI, Possession of Paraphernalia, CTED.  Bond $2,000, $600.
 LATASHA MCGOWAN, 40, of Philadelphia,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-felony-dui-and-felony-drug-arrest-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/child-neglect-felony-dui-and-felony-drug-arrest-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ But neither those prediction markets nor the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee are counting on Mississippi being a state th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-has-a-punchers-chance-against-cindy-hyde-smith-in-senate-election/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-has-a-punchers-chance-against-cindy-hyde-smith-in-senate-election/ The post Here Comes the Heat Again appeared first on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/here-comes-the-heat-again/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/here-comes-the-heat-again/ The call came in about 9 p.m. and when the ambul;ance got there it had to be directed to the field to maneuver in.
The exact nature of tyhe injury was not disclosed, but fractures were mentioned as being possible.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The post Ambulance Sent to Ethel Football Game Friday app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ambulance-sent-to-ethel-football-game-friday/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ambulance-sent-to-ethel-football-game-friday/ The Philadelphia Police Dept. says Hospital Discount Drugs was robbed of an undisclosed amount of pills when someone used a brick to bust a win dow about 3 a.m.
It is believed, based on video surveillance, that one person is responsible, but police are asking for tips.
If you have relevant information about the break-in, you are asked to contact the Philadelphia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/philadelphia-police-search-for-pharmacy-break-in-suspects-2/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/philadelphia-police-search-for-pharmacy-break-in-suspects-2/ The Philadelphia Police Dept. says Hospital Discount Drugs was robbed of an undisclosed amount of pills when someone used a brick to bust a win dow about 3 a.m.
It is believed, based on video surveillance, that one person is responsible, but police are asking for tips.
If you have relevant information about the break-in, you are asked to contact the Philadelphia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/philadelphia-police-search-for-pharmacy-break-in-suspects/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/philadelphia-police-search-for-pharmacy-break-in-suspects/ The wreck involved a gold Chevy Impala that turn ed over and caught fire on Hwy. 25 near Wiggins Loop Rd.
The 911 call came in about 3:45 p.m. About ten minutes later Leake County deputies caslled for the coroner’s office.
The exact cause of the wreck is under investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
The post One Person Killed in Wrec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-person-killed-in-wreck-in-leake-county/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-person-killed-in-wreck-in-leake-county/ The wreck involved a gold Chevy Impala that turn ed over and caught fire on Hwy. 25 near Wiggins Loop Rd.
The 911 call came in about 3:45 p.m. About ten minutes later Leake County deputies caslled for the coroner’s office.
Leake County DeputyCoroner Michael Harper identified the victim as Quintin DeShawn Ferguson, 31, of Kosciusko.
The exact]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-co-man-killed-in-wreck-in-leake-county/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-co-man-killed-in-wreck-in-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-decades-of-overhunting-and-habitat-loss-black-bears-are-slowly-recolonizing-the-lower-mississippi-river-basin/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/after-decades-of-overhunting-and-habitat-loss-black-bears-are-slowly-recolonizing-the-lower-mississippi-river-basin/  DARRELL L JOHNSON, 47, Hold – Detainer for MDOC, Burglary – Breaking and Entering, Trespass after Notice on Non-Permission, LCSO.  Bond N/A, $0, $1,000.
 ROGER MASSEY, 58, of Carthage, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, CPD.  Bond $500.
 SHU KAYA L ROBINSON, 31, of Lena, Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO.  Bond $0.
 M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-breaking-and-entering-and-dui-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/domestic-violence-breaking-and-entering-and-dui-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nigerian-extradited-in-sextortion-case-leading-to-teens-death/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nigerian-extradited-in-sextortion-case-leading-to-teens-death/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/filmmaker-curtis-nichouls-made-a-home-in-jackson-and-his-love-for-the-city-lives-on-in-his-legacy/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/filmmaker-curtis-nichouls-made-a-home-in-jackson-and-his-love-for-the-city-lives-on-in-his-legacy/ The home team got first blood with a touchdown late in the first quarter. 7-0, first quarter.  Adding two  touchdowns in the second quarter and the Rockets two of their own, Kosciusko led 21-14 at the half.
Kosciusko came out of the half-time break on fire, quickly making the third-quarter score 49-28.  The Whippets finish with the win, 55-35.
Jontavius Roundtree was named the A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-whippets-open-2026-football-season-with-win-over-neshoba-central-rockets/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-whippets-open-2026-football-season-with-win-over-neshoba-central-rockets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/civil-rights-groups-make-urgent-plea-for-voting-rights-in-dc-ahead-of-midterm-elections/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/civil-rights-groups-make-urgent-plea-for-voting-rights-in-dc-ahead-of-midterm-elections/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opioid-settlement-advisory-council-to-open-portal-for-fund-applicants-monday/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opioid-settlement-advisory-council-to-open-portal-for-fund-applicants-monday/ *If the link above above isn’t working on your device, click HERE to find the broadcast on YouTube, click below to listen to the Breezy 103 online audio stream or tune your radio to 103.7.
Kosciusko football online audio and video streams are presented by…For more KHS Whippets news, download the Kosciusko Whippets App for Apple or Android.
 The post VIDEO STREAM – Neshoba Central vs Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-neshoba-central-vs-kosciusko/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/video-stream-neshoba-central-vs-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-rural-mental-health-crisis-needs-immediate-action-social-worker-says/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-rural-mental-health-crisis-needs-immediate-action-social-worker-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-calls-on-hyde-smith-to-participate-in-debate-and-town-hall-before-election/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/colom-calls-on-hyde-smith-to-participate-in-debate-and-town-hall-before-election/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/service-will-memorialize-site-of-emmett-tills-slaying/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/service-will-memorialize-site-of-emmett-tills-slaying/  SHELBY G COPAS, 47, of Louisville, Obstruction – Intimidating a Witness, Disorderly Conduct – Disturbance in a Public Place, PPD.  Bond $500, $500.
 LANCE W GARNER, 48, of Philadelphia, Hold for Other Agency, PPD.  Bond N/A.
 RONALD DWANE JIM, 60, of Conehatta, Probation Violation, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 EDILIO LOPEZ-SANCHEZ, 40,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/intimidating-a-witness-disorderly-conduct-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/intimidating-a-witness-disorderly-conduct-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detains-coast-immigrant-working-to-gain-green-card/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detains-coast-immigrant-working-to-gain-green-card/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-drop-road-game-to-pearl-river-wildcats-56-33/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-bulldogs-drop-road-game-to-pearl-river-wildcats-56-33/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-student-shell-shocked-after-being-detained-for-an-alleged-threat/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-student-shell-shocked-after-being-detained-for-an-alleged-threat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lax-recordkeeping-prompts-state-audit-of-hinds-district-attorneys-office-the-first-on-record-since-2013/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lax-recordkeeping-prompts-state-audit-of-hinds-district-attorneys-office-the-first-on-record-since-2013/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-healthcare-providers-work-to-reduce-overdoses-linked-to-maternal-deaths/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-healthcare-providers-work-to-reduce-overdoses-linked-to-maternal-deaths/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nabj-honors-mississippi-today-for-prison-homicides-project/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/nabj-honors-mississippi-today-for-prison-homicides-project/ Later, at 7:25 PM, there was an accident on Hwy 12 in Ethel. A trailer came loose from its hitch, and the equipment on it tipped over. There were no injuries, entrapments, or road blockages.
The post Accidents Wednesday Evening in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accidents-wednesday-evening-in-attala/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accidents-wednesday-evening-in-attala/ When deputies arrived on scene, they found that the vehicles had side-swiped each other, causing only minor damages to one another. There were no injuries, and it is unlikely there were any children on the bus at the time.
The post Minor Collision Between School Bus and FedEx Tru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-collision-between-school-bus-and-fedex-truck-wednesday-evening-in-attala/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minor-collision-between-school-bus-and-fedex-truck-wednesday-evening-in-attala/  BRANDY A GOODIN, 46, of Carthage, No Insurance, No Driver’s License, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, LCSO.  Bond $500, $500, $0.
 STEVEN L KINCAID, 62, of Carthage, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 TRACY A NORWOOD, 45, of Carthage, Burglary &n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-on-police-breaking-and-entering-and-trespassing-in-carthage-and-leake-arrests/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-on-police-breaking-and-entering-and-trespassing-in-carthage-and-leake-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/willie-manning-awaits-his-execution-can-new-evidence-halt-it/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/willie-manning-awaits-his-execution-can-new-evidence-halt-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-the-car-used-in-the-slayings-of-two-msu-students-wound-up-in-a-deputys-hands/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-the-car-used-in-the-slayings-of-two-msu-students-wound-up-in-a-deputys-hands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/death-penalty-exonerations-in-the-16th-circuit-court-district/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/death-penalty-exonerations-in-the-16th-circuit-court-district/ The Newell family, from Sallis, announced on social media that they will be contestants on the upcoming season of Family Feud.
In a public post sharing the news, family members expressed their excitement about representing their home county on the big stage, describing the taping as an unforgettable experience filled with competition, laughter, and local pride.Family Feud]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-family-set-to-appear-on-upcoming-season-of-family-feud/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-family-set-to-appear-on-upcoming-season-of-family-feud/  The Farm Bureau Coaches Show airs on Breezy 103 Thursday mornings at 7:35 am.The show is also now available on Spotify. (Just search “Boswell Media Sports)
 
 
The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – August 27, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-august-27-2026/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/farm-bureau-coaches-show-august-27-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tougaloo-college-president-corey-wiggins-promises-transparency-after-years-of-leadership-concerns/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tougaloo-college-president-corey-wiggins-promises-transparency-after-years-of-leadership-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amazon-challenge-of-data-centers-value-could-reduce-tax-payments-to-madison-county-by-millions/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amazon-challenge-of-data-centers-value-could-reduce-tax-payments-to-madison-county-by-millions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-are-your-people-mississippians-reflect-on-their-special-connection-with-dolly-parton/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/these-are-your-people-mississippians-reflect-on-their-special-connection-with-dolly-parton/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-to-get-at-least-189-million-from-landmark-meta-settlement/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-to-get-at-least-189-million-from-landmark-meta-settlement/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/can-an-nfl-athlete-come-back-to-play-in-college-lawsuits-by-a-pair-of-players-from-mississippi-could-answer-the-question/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/can-an-nfl-athlete-come-back-to-play-in-college-lawsuits-by-a-pair-of-players-from-mississippi-could-answer-the-question/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-cattle-producers-and-politicians-lament-trumps-imported-beef-plan/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-cattle-producers-and-politicians-lament-trumps-imported-beef-plan/ The intruders were still inside the house when an officer arrived. When he made contact, he discovered that it was two juveniles who had trespassed onto the property.
The post Juveniles Break into Abandoned House in Kosciusko Tuesday Evening appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/juveniles-break-into-abandoned-house-in-kosciusko-tuesday-evening/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/juveniles-break-into-abandoned-house-in-kosciusko-tuesday-evening/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/in-rural-mississippi-crisis-text-services-help-fill-mental-healthcare-gaps/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/in-rural-mississippi-crisis-text-services-help-fill-mental-healthcare-gaps/  FERMIN CANO-MENDOZA, 52, of Canton, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $300, $0.
 JESSICA FERGUSON, 43, of Philadelphia, Hold for Investigations, Domestic Violence – Aggravated Assault, NCSO.  Bond $0, $15,000.
 APRIL HUTTON, 36, of Eutaw, AL, DUI – 1st, NCSO. ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-aggravated-domestic-violence-and-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-aggravated-domestic-violence-and-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba/ The post Audio: Sunstar Insurance Coaches Show – August 26, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-august-26-2026/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/audio-sunstar-insurance-coaches-show-august-26-2026/ Before the storms, we’ll get the heat stress.  Temperatures will be in the mid 90s today and combined with high humidity, our afternoon heat index will be approaching 105 in most areas and up to aro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/todays-forecast-heat-then-storms/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/todays-forecast-heat-then-storms/ Before the storms, we’ll get the heat stress.  Temperatures will be in the mid 90s today and combined with high humidity, our afternoon heat index]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/level-2-storm-risk-now-includes-part-of-local-area/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/level-2-storm-risk-now-includes-part-of-local-area/ Hot and humid weather continues this afternoon. Temperatures will be in the mid 90s today and our heat index will be approaching 105 in most areas and up to around 106 in Durant.The post Level-2 Storm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/level-2-storm-risk-expanded-further-across-most-of-local-area/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/level-2-storm-risk-expanded-further-across-most-of-local-area/ “We just go all around the state,” McRae says.  “We’ll go to big areas, small areas.   We’ve had lots of legislators ask us to come to their hometowns to do it and we’ve had great response.  I call it our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-half-million-in-holmes-county-is-some-of-it-yours/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-half-million-in-holmes-county-is-some-of-it-yours/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thompson-and-colom-urge-black-voters-to-turn-out-in-november-amid-redistricting-fight/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thompson-and-colom-urge-black-voters-to-turn-out-in-november-amid-redistricting-fight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mdot-plans-big-fix-400m-2-year-repair-project-for-i-20-i-55/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mdot-plans-big-fix-400m-2-year-repair-project-for-i-20-i-55/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mdot-plans-big-fix-400m-2-year-repair-project-for-i-20-and-i-55/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mdot-plans-big-fix-400m-2-year-repair-project-for-i-20-and-i-55/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-and-madison-county-schools-anticipate-millions-of-dollars-from-amazon-data-center-fees/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/canton-and-madison-county-schools-anticipate-millions-of-dollars-from-amazon-data-center-fees/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alleged-synagogue-arsonist-will-undergo-psych-exam-federal-judge-rules/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/alleged-synagogue-arsonist-will-undergo-psych-exam-federal-judge-rules/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dolly-parton-music-star-actor-and-beloved-figure-who-spanned-generations-has-died-at-80/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dolly-parton-music-star-actor-and-beloved-figure-who-spanned-generations-has-died-at-80/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/treasurer-david-mcrae-urges-parents-to-make-saving-for-childs-future-part-of-back-to-school-routine/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/treasurer-david-mcrae-urges-parents-to-make-saving-for-childs-future-part-of-back-to-school-routine/ The community event is set to begin at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a variety of family-friendly activities throughout the evening, including face painting, photo opportunities, and festivities designed to build local school spirit ahead of the upcoming season.
Among the highlight]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/meet-the-whippets-set-for-thursday/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/meet-the-whippets-set-for-thursday/ (Brian Montgomery) The country music world has lost one of its greatest voices, songwriters and personalities.
Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.
Over a career that lasted nearly six decades, Dolly became far more than a country music star. She was an entertainer, actress, businesswoman, philanthropist and one of those rare people who seemed capable of connecting with everybody.
I had the privilege of meeting Dolly several times while I was in Sacramento, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/country-music-loses-its-queen-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/country-music-loses-its-queen-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/ Later, at about 11:15 AM, there was an accident near the intersection of E. Jefferson St. and Veterans Memorial Dr. The vehicles involved pulled into the parking lot of the old Gateway Theater. EMS was called to the scene, but the extent of the injuries are currently unknown.
The post Accidents Tuesday Morning in Kosciusko appeared]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accidents-tuesday-morning-in-kosciusko/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accidents-tuesday-morning-in-kosciusko/ Upon arrival, the cow was nowhere to be found but soon reports came in that there were now four disrupting traffic. Their numbers later increased to as many as seventeen before the owner managed to start wrangling them at about 7:15 AM.
The post Cows Get Loose Tuesday Morning in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cows-get-loose-tuesday-morning-in-attala/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cows-get-loose-tuesday-morning-in-attala/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/why-is-democrat-cliff-johnson-challenging-incumbent-republican-rep-trent-kelly/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/why-is-democrat-cliff-johnson-challenging-incumbent-republican-rep-trent-kelly/ The free community event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Planned activities include games, music, food, and family fellowship.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, tables, and tents.
For more information, contact (662) 770-1033.
The post Holmes and Attala County Greek Organizations Host 5th An]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-and-attala-county-greek-organizations-host-5th-annual-greekfest-saturday/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-and-attala-county-greek-organizations-host-5th-annual-greekfest-saturday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cheaper-health-insurance-changed-their-lives-then-it-went-away/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/cheaper-health-insurance-changed-their-lives-then-it-went-away/  LEW A BROWN, 61, of Sallis, Felony Indictment, ACSO.  Bond N/A.
 MICHEAL J BULLUCK, 26, of Kosciusko, Felony Fleeing or Eluding a LEO in a Motor Vehicle with Reckless or Willful Disregard for Safety, Felony Malicious Mischief, Resisting Arrest, DUI – 2nd, No Insurance, Revoked or Suspended Driver’s License, Improper Equipment, Failure to Obey Traffic Control, K]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-malicious-mischief-and-petit-larceny-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/felony-child-abuse-malicious-mischief-and-petit-larceny-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/ The Rescue Attala County Blood Drive will take place Friday, Aug. 28, in the Walmart parking lot in Kosciusko from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome.
Mississippi Blood Services says donors, especially those with A, B, and O blood types, are needed immediately to help ensure local hospitals have adequate supp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blood-drive-planned-at-kosciusko-walmart-this-week/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blood-drive-planned-at-kosciusko-walmart-this-week/ All participants should be at Landrum Field/Whippet Stadium by 5:45 pm to prepare for the pregame performance.
Little Whippet cheerleaders will also help form the spirit line and cheer with the high school cheerleaders during the 1st quarter.
If you have any questions, contact Manza Blaine at 662-289-3737 or manza.blaine@kosciuskoschools.com.
Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reminder-little-whippets-cheer-camp-participants-to-perform-friday-night/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reminder-little-whippets-cheer-camp-participants-to-perform-friday-night/ Charlie Plunkett, FICF, FFSC, with Modern Woodmen of America, presented the supplies to Automotive Service Instructor Alex Blanton and the program.
This gift is especially meaningful because Mr. Plunkett is a former student of the Automotive Service program. His return to support the program is a wonderful rem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-student-pays-it-forward-modern-woodmen-grant-supports-kosciusko-attala-tech-center/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/former-student-pays-it-forward-modern-woodmen-grant-supports-kosciusko-attala-tech-center/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/we-paid-the-price-end-of-rankin-county-schools-desegregation-order-worries-black-residents/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/we-paid-the-price-end-of-rankin-county-schools-desegregation-order-worries-black-residents/ Temperatures will be dropping back to their summertime normals across the local area today with highs in the lower 90s.  In some locations, showers and thunderstorms will help to limit the heat stress and no heat advisory will be in effect today.   The threat of isolated severe storms across parts of the local area has moved to the south now and has ended for today.  However, isolated severe storms may be possible on Wednesday for p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-shifts-south-could-return-wednesday/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-shifts-south-could-return-wednesday/ The post Less Heat Today But Storms Possible for So]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/less-heat-today-but-storms-possible-for-some/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/less-heat-today-but-storms-possible-for-some/ Make your picks each week for the best high school and college football games in the state. If you get the most right, then you’re a winner.
The weekly winner will take home a $15 gift card from Sonic, the official Football Friday Food Stop.
The player that gets the most picks correct throughout the season, will win the grand prize, a Turtle]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-is-back-make-your-selections-here/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-is-back-make-your-selections-here/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/approximately-100-detainees-protest-inside-corecivic-owned-natchez-ice-facility-after-hot-food-and-hot-water-are-halted/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/approximately-100-detainees-protest-inside-corecivic-owned-natchez-ice-facility-after-hot-food-and-hot-water-are-halted/  JOHNATHAN CABRERA, 37, of Philadelphia, DUI – Other Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia, NCSO.  Bond $1,500, $0, $600.
 CHARLIE A DARNELL, 20, of DeKalb, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 ROBERT D GARTH, 26, of Louisville, Possession of Marijuana, PPD.  Bond $1,500.
 CHRISTIAN HOLLEY, 22, of Walnut Grove, Felony P]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-burglaries-felony-drug-arrests-and-more-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-burglaries-felony-drug-arrests-and-more-duis-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andy-gipsons-muslim-rhetoric-doesnt-match-the-woodie-guthrie-classic-he-sings/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andy-gipsons-muslim-rhetoric-doesnt-match-the-woodie-guthrie-classic-he-sings/ The shooting happened on Mulberry St. and was called in to 911 about 11 p.m.
An ambulance was disspatched to the scene, but it was unclear how badly the victim may have been hurt. It was also unclear if any arrests were made.
The post Person Shot in Durant Saturday Night appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/person-shot-in-durant-saturday-night/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/person-shot-in-durant-saturday-night/ The wreck happened about 2:50 p.m. and was originally reported as a hit and run, with a Honda Accord hitting another car on Hwy. 12. It was initially believed by the person calling the wreck in that the Accord drove away. The are actually went a short ways and went off the road and hit a tree, according to a second report.
Police who responded reported injuries in both cars, including]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/injuries-reported-in-wreck-saturday-afternoon/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/injuries-reported-in-wreck-saturday-afternoon/ We haven’t many stretches of normal summertime weather lately.   But the relentless heat we’ve endured for weeks will be easing up starting Monday.   Holmes County will be back under a heat advisory today with the heat index forecast to reach 105 in Durant.  The high in Carthage today is expected to be in the upper 90s with mid 90s forecast in Kosciusko and Philadelphia.  But Monday’s highs will drop into]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/temperatures-easing-some-storms-return-tuesday/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/temperatures-easing-some-storms-return-tuesday/ The fire spread from the pole to the gound and caused a woods fire, according to the deputy.
That was on Hwy. 35 north of Kosciusko in the Carmack area, near a house. The house was not in danger.
The fire was also seen on the power line. Entergy was called to cut the electricity. The fire was put out not long after firefighters arrived. No injuries were repor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/light-pole-catches-fire-causes-woods-fire/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/light-pole-catches-fire-causes-woods-fire/ That was just after 6:30 p.m. on Attala Rd. 5216. That is near Hwy. 14, between Kosciusko and Louisville.
It was unclear how extensive the damage may have been.
No one was reported hurt.
The post Grass Fire Reported East of Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-reported-east-of-kosciusko/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-reported-east-of-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-qb-trinidad-chambliss-welcomes-pressure-that-comes-with-fame-and-aims-to-refine-his-game/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-qb-trinidad-chambliss-welcomes-pressure-that-comes-with-fame-and-aims-to-refine-his-game/ Reserved seats for Whippet football home games are priced at $60 each. Ticket sales will take place in two distinct windows:
Current Ticket Holders: Fans holding season tickets from last year can renew their seats August 20 – 21.
General Public: All remaining reserved seats will open to the general public on a first-come, first-served basis s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-high-school-football-season-tickets-now-available/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-high-school-football-season-tickets-now-available/  BILLY R GREENWOOD, 67, of Carthage, Aggravated Assault – Manifesting Extreme Indifference to Life, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct – Failure to Comply with LEO, Possession of Paraphernalia, LCSO.  Bond $10,000, $1,000, $1,000, $1,000.
 COY W KITCHENS, 32, of Carthage, DUI – Other Substance, Seatbelt Violation, No Insurance, Warrant – Philadelphia Mun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-domestic-violence-and-possession-of-a-machine-gun-conversion-kit-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-domestic-violence-and-possession-of-a-machine-gun-conversion-kit-in-carthage-and-leake-county-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/police-chief-in-senatobia-regularly-used-racial-slurs-private-text-messages-reveal/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/police-chief-in-senatobia-regularly-used-racial-slurs-private-text-messages-reveal/ The post Missing Durant Woman Found Safe appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/missing-durant-woman-found-safe/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/missing-durant-woman-found-safe/ After t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thunderstorm-watch-extended-into-part-of-local-area/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thunderstorm-watch-extended-into-part-of-local-area/ After two days of severe weather]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dangerous-heat-this-weekend-storms-possible-this-evening/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dangerous-heat-this-weekend-storms-possible-this-evening/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dont-let-scammers-crash-back-to-school-season/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 04:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dont-let-scammers-crash-back-to-school-season/ Mississippi Today was provided photos of bags of pills and powder]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/illegal-drugs-found-at-whitfield-mental-hospital-sparking-k-9-sweeps-roadblocks/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/illegal-drugs-found-at-whitfield-mental-hospital-sparking-k-9-sweeps-roadblocks/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jtran-workers-will-return-monday-under-new-contract-that-hikes-pay-and-benefits/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jtran-workers-will-return-monday-under-new-contract-that-hikes-pay-and-benefits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detainee-fights-deportation-to-be-with-medically-fragile-infant-son/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ice-detainee-fights-deportation-to-be-with-medically-fragile-infant-son/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-rock-at-usm-gets-a-new-and-more-proper-name-renasant-stadium/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-rock-at-usm-gets-a-new-and-more-proper-name-renasant-stadium/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lt-gov-hosemann-ousts-top-senate-democrat-from-redistricting-committee/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lt-gov-hosemann-ousts-top-senate-democrat-from-redistricting-committee/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/prediction-markets-facing-no-mississippi-regulations-are-targeting-college-campuses-policy-expert-warns/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/prediction-markets-facing-no-mississippi-regulations-are-targeting-college-campuses-policy-expert-warns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fannie-lou-hamer-digital-driving-tour-relaunches/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fannie-lou-hamer-digital-driving-tour-relaunches/  KRISTEN L BRELAND, 34, of Newton, DUI – Other Substance, No Insurance, Suspended Driver’s License, MHP.  Bond $1,500, $800, $800.
 DALE L CHICKAWAY, 51, of Meridian, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a Business, Public Drunk, Trespass after Notice of Non-Permission, PP]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-disorderly-conduct-and-drug-charges-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-disorderly-conduct-and-drug-charges-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ The event, held at the library, is open to the public. Friends, patrons, colleagues, and community members are invited to attend, share memories, and recognize Breedlove’s lasting contributions to Attala County.
Throughout her tenure, Breedlove has served as a central resour]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-attala-county-library-to-host-retirement-celebration-for-genealogy-librarian-ann-breedlove/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-attala-county-library-to-host-retirement-celebration-for-genealogy-librarian-ann-breedlove/ The exhibition event will give local fans their first look at the 2026 Ethel Tigers in live action before the regular season official kickoff Aug. 28.
The jamboree features a double-header schedule, bringing together regional rivals for a night of scrimmage action on the hill:
Jamboree Schedule (August 21)
6:00 PM: Nanih Waiya vs. Pisgah
Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-ethel-set-to-host-preseason-football-jamboree/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-ethel-set-to-host-preseason-football-jamboree/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
Severe thunderstorms rolled across Mississippi Thursday night blowing down trees.  In the local area, two mobile homes and one house were hit by falling trees in Leake County near Singleton. There’s a Level-1 “marginal” risk of more severe storms today mainly along and south of I-20.
A heat advisory continues for this area with an extreme heat warning for west-central and southwest Missi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-shifts-to-the-south/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-threat-shifts-to-the-south/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-public-transit-workers-end-strike-after-reaching-new-pact-with-mv-transportation/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-public-transit-workers-end-strike-after-reaching-new-pact-with-mv-transportation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/okolona-schools-had-been-losing-money-for-years-audit-finds/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/okolona-schools-had-been-losing-money-for-years-audit-finds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/field-set-for-hinds-district-attorney-special-election-after-filing-deadline-passes/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/field-set-for-hinds-district-attorney-special-election-after-filing-deadline-passes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-marketplace-whats-ahead-for-mississippi-farmers/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-marketplace-whats-ahead-for-mississippi-farmers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/applications-to-open-early-for-workforce-program-grants/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/applications-to-open-early-for-workforce-program-grants/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippians-share-stories-of-unaffordable-healthcare-as-national-campaign-comes-to-jackson/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippians-share-stories-of-unaffordable-healthcare-as-national-campaign-comes-to-jackson/ The driver, now identified as 26-year-old Michael Bullock of Kosciusko, fled from police and lost control of the vehicle on North Wells St. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a home, causing damage to the yard and the front of the structure.
Bullock then exited the vehicle and fled from authorities on foot. KPD Chief Greg Collins]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fleeing-vehicle-crashes-into-house-in-kosciusko-wednesday-evening/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fleeing-vehicle-crashes-into-house-in-kosciusko-wednesday-evening/ At around 5:50 AM, the fire department was dispatched to a skidder fire on Attala Roads 4167 and 4216 that spread across about half an acre of woods.
At around 8:00 AM, first responders were called to a minor accident in the Kosciusko Junior High parking lot. No injuries were reported.
A dead tree on Attala Rd 4126 was struck by lightning and caught fire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/busy-wednesday-for-first-responders-in-attala/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/busy-wednesday-for-first-responders-in-attala/ City officials, hospital board members, and local citizens attended the event.
The department was open for people to tour and employees were there to tell citizens about the infusion services that are now offered locally.
The post (Photos) Baptist Attala Hosts Open House for Newly Renovated Infusion Department appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-baptist-attala-hosts-open-house-for-newly-renovated-infusion-department/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photos-baptist-attala-hosts-open-house-for-newly-renovated-infusion-department/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/for-early-grade-reading-gains-states-look-to-mississippi-and-consider-holding-students-back/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/for-early-grade-reading-gains-states-look-to-mississippi-and-consider-holding-students-back/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hundreds-mourn-nolan-wells-at-south-mississippi-vigil-on-teens-19th-birthday/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hundreds-mourn-nolan-wells-at-south-mississippi-vigil-on-teens-19th-birthday/  STANLEY L CHAMBLEE, 46, of Carthage, Trespass after Notice of Non-Permission, CPD.  Bond $389.25.
 ALESHIA KELLY, 39, of Carthage, Aggravated Assault – Manifesting Extreme Indifference to Life, LCSO.  Bond $3,500.
 DANIEL U MOMON, 32, of Carthage, Shoplifting, Hold – Detainer for MDOC, CPD.  Bond N/A, N/A.
 TIEM]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-burglary-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-burglary-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ Sizes youth youth XS- adult XL are $20 and sizes 2x-4x are $22.
Order forms were sent home with students and shirts can also be bought from any high school cheerleader.
Orders and money are due Aug. 28.
Homecoming is set for Friday, Sept 18.
For more information, contact Manza Blaine at 662-289-3737 or manza.blaine@kosciuskoschools.com.The post 2026 KHS Homecoming t-shirts for sale appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/2026-khs-homecoming-t-shirts-for-sale/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/2026-khs-homecoming-t-shirts-for-sale/ From NationalRadioDay.com:
“National Radio Day is a time to honor one of the most longstanding electronic media and its role in our everyday lives. Radio delivers information, news, entertainment, and company to millions of Americans every hour of every day. We invite listeners, broadcasters, producers, and stations to celebrate on August 20.”
Even with stiff competition from podcasts and streaming platforms, local radio remains as vibrant and essential a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happy-national-radio-day-2/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happy-national-radio-day-2/  
 
 
The post Thunderstorm Watch in Effect For This Area appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thunderstorm-watch-in-effect-for-this-area/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/thunderstorm-watch-in-effect-for-this-area/ Dangerous heat stress will continue today as well.  A heat advisory has been posted for most of the state with temperatures in the upper 90s to 100 and heat index readings ranging from 108 to 110.HEAT ADVISORY shown in orange on map above
The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/another-round-of-strong-storms-possible-today/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/another-round-of-strong-storms-possible-today/ During Tuesday’s meeting, the Board of Aldermen approved closing Madison and Jefferson streets around the square starting at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, for the annual “Meet the Whippets” event ahead of the high school’s regular season opener.
The city also set details for the Kosciusko High School Homecoming Parade, scheduled fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/street-closures-approved-for-meet-the-whippets-and-khs-homecoming-parade/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/street-closures-approved-for-meet-the-whippets-and-khs-homecoming-parade/ No injuries were reported. Additional details, including what caused the crash, are not available at this time.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
The post Vehicle Hits Tree on North Wells St in Kosy Wednesday Night appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-hits-tree-on-north-wells-st-in-kosy-wednesday-night/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-hits-tree-on-north-wells-st-in-kosy-wednesday-night/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/public-safety-commissioner-sean-tindell-announces-hes-running-for-attorney-general/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/public-safety-commissioner-sean-tindell-announces-hes-running-for-attorney-general/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-5th-squad-awarded-200000-grant-to-expand-services-to-military-veterans/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippis-5th-squad-awarded-200000-grant-to-expand-services-to-military-veterans/ That represents less than 2% of the $96.3 million in federal public assistance funds White says officials frittered away from 2016 to 2020.White gave this update in his July 31 Audit Exceptions Report, which]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/auditor-shad-whites-report-provides-update-on-efforts-to-collect-misspent-welfare-funds/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/auditor-shad-whites-report-provides-update-on-efforts-to-collect-misspent-welfare-funds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/psc-to-contest-holly-springs-decision-order-lays-out-receivers-powers-and-duties/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/psc-to-contest-holly-springs-decision-order-lays-out-receivers-powers-and-duties/ The storm brought strong winds that caused the tree to fall onto the vehicle.
Kosciusko Police responded to the scene. No injuries were reported.
The post Tree Falls on Truck During Sudden Storm in Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tree-falls-on-truck-during-sudden-storm-in-kosciusko/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tree-falls-on-truck-during-sudden-storm-in-kosciusko/ The storm brought strong winds that caused the tree to fall onto the vehicle on the east side of the square.
Kosciusko Police responded to the scene. No injuries were reported.
Other trees were knocked down near The Citizen Bank, Jack’s and 2nd Avevnue.The post Storm knocks down trees in Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-knocks-down-trees-in-kosciusko/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/storm-knocks-down-trees-in-kosciusko/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/west-jackson-residents-say-water-outage-has-lasted-over-a-month-after-landlords-failure-to-pay-bill/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/west-jackson-residents-say-water-outage-has-lasted-over-a-month-after-landlords-failure-to-pay-bill/ No experience is needed, just a friendly face and a willingness to help.
Morning and afternoon shifts are available daily, making it a great way to earn required service hours for work, school, or local clubs.
To get involved or learn more, call 662-289-2981.The post Volunteers Needed at Natchez Trace Visitors Center appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/volunteers-needed-at-natchez-trace-visitors-center/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/volunteers-needed-at-natchez-trace-visitors-center/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawmakers-to-debate-lithium-mining-in-2027-session/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lawmakers-to-debate-lithium-mining-in-2027-session/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-national-divide-over-holding-back-students-some-states-do-it-young-others-wait-until-high-school/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/a-national-divide-over-holding-back-students-some-states-do-it-young-others-wait-until-high-school/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-football-eve/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-football-eve/ The approximately $300,000 project is largely funded through a federal grant administered by the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and FEMA, which the city originally applied for two years ago.
Following a reverse auction conducted through Central Bidding, the board selected Taylor Power Systems as the equipment provider and appro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-selects-equipment-vendor-and-electrician-for-generator-project/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/city-of-kosciusko-selects-equipment-vendor-and-electrician-for-generator-project/  
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The post Minute with the Mayor – August 19, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-august-19-2026/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/minute-with-the-mayor-august-19-2026/  VICTORIA MAHLI OSI BELL, 26, of Choctaw, Contempt of Court, Child Restraint Law X 2, NCSO.  Bond $0, $300 X 2.
 JOHNATHAN CARSTAFHNUR, 27, of Philadelphia, Failure to Appear X 3, Contempt of Court, NCSO.  Bond $0 X 3, DENIED.
 JOHN COOPER DIXON, 45, of Kosciusko, DUI – 2nd, NCSO.  Bond $2,500.
 CORY HALL, 43, of Philadelphia, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-malicious-mischief-and-child-endangerment-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-malicious-mischief-and-child-endangerment-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
Holmes County will be back under an extreme heat warning today and for the rest of the local area, a heat advisory is posted.  Highs will be near 100 with a heat index around 110.    But, just like yesterday, some thunderstorms are expected in this part of the state and could help to take the edge off the heat while providing some much needed rain.  Some of the storms could be severe w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/todays-forecast-more-heat-more-storms/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/todays-forecast-more-heat-more-storms/ The event is set for Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at the Holmes Community College The Attala Center.
Designed to foster dialogue between local lawmakers and the business sector, the morning will feature a moderated panel discussion focusing on key issues affecting the local economy and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-to-host-legislative-breakfast/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-to-host-legislative-breakfast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-first-redistricting-hearing-mississippians-call-push-for-new-maps-a-power-grab/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/at-first-redistricting-hearing-mississippians-call-push-for-new-maps-a-power-grab/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-welcomes-new-multimedia-producer/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-welcomes-new-multimedia-producer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congress-is-playing-politics-with-mississippis-disaster-recovery-nonprofit-watchdog-says/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congress-is-playing-politics-with-mississippis-disaster-recovery-nonprofit-watchdog-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/prado-plans-to-turn-vacant-jackson-ymca-into-mixed-use-housing-and-recreation-site/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/prado-plans-to-turn-vacant-jackson-ymca-into-mixed-use-housing-and-recreation-site/ About ten minutes later at 1:49, they received another call for an injury that had occurred on Pope St. as well. A man had lacerations on his left leg. It is unclear at the moment whether this incident is at all related to the car accident. EMS was called to the scene to provide aid.
The post Acci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accident-and-injury-tuesday-afternoon-in-ethel/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/accident-and-injury-tuesday-afternoon-in-ethel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-todays-work-on-podcast-honored-with-prestigious-journalism-award/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-todays-work-on-podcast-honored-with-prestigious-journalism-award/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/only-one-mississippi-team-has-ever-played-in-little-league-world-series-and-what-a-team-it-was/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/only-one-mississippi-team-has-ever-played-in-little-league-world-series-and-what-a-team-it-was/  SHAKAYLA A CAMPBELL, 23, of Philadelphia, Speeding, No Tag, Failure to Use Child Restraint, No Driver’s License, No Insurance, Seatbelt Violation, Improper Equipment, MHP.  Bond $500, $500, $500, $500, $500, $500, $500.
 XAVIER L JACKSON, 19, of Farmhaven, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD.  Bond N/A.
 THOMAS LANGFORD, 47, of Carthage, Willful Obstruction o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/machine-gun-manufacturing-assault-on-a-leo-and-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/machine-gun-manufacturing-assault-on-a-leo-and-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-in-carthage-and-leake-county/  SHAKAYLA A CAMPBELL, 23, of Philadelphia, Speeding, No Tag, Failure to Use Child Restraint, No Driver’s License, No Insurance, Seatbelt Violation, Improper Equipment, MHP.  Bond $500, $500, $500, $500, $500, $500, $500.
 XAVIER L JACKSON, 19, of Farmhaven, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD.  Bond N/A.
 THOMAS LANGFORD, 47, of Carthage, Willful Obstruction o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gun-machine-manufacturing-assault-on-a-leo-and-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gun-machine-manufacturing-assault-on-a-leo-and-felony-fleeing-or-eluding-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/barbour-2027-ms-elections-shaping-up-to-be-historic-free-for-all/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/barbour-2027-ms-elections-shaping-up-to-be-historic-free-for-all/ The concert is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets for the performance will officially go on sale to the general public on Thursday, Aug. 20.
Nelly first broke into the mainstream in 2000 with his Diamond-certified debut album Country Grammar, which featured hit singles including the tit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grammy-winning-artist-nelly-headed-to-silver-star-convention-center-in-october/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grammy-winning-artist-nelly-headed-to-silver-star-convention-center-in-october/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ed-blackmon-redrew-mississippis-political-map-now-hes-watching-the-supreme-court-unwind-it/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ed-blackmon-redrew-mississippis-political-map-now-hes-watching-the-supreme-court-unwind-it/ Both programs enter the contest looking to build on strong 2025 campaigns.
Richland comes into the matchup following a 6-5 season that saw them reach the first round of the state playoffs. Meanwhile, Kosciusko is coming off a13-2 run that carried them all the way to the 4A State Championship game.
Jamboree games usually consist of two full quarters]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-to-host-richland-in-preseason-jamboree-friday/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-to-host-richland-in-preseason-jamboree-friday/ Both programs enter the contest looking to build on strong 2025 campaigns.
Richland comes into the matchup following a 6-5 season that saw them reach the first round of the state playoffs. Meanwhile, Kosciusko is coming off a13-2 run that carried them all the way to the 4A State Championship game.
Jamboree games usually consist of two full quarters]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-to-face-richland-in-preseason-jamboree-friday/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-to-face-richland-in-preseason-jamboree-friday/ A downed power line is believed to have sparked the blaze in the Hesterville community.
Crews found it difficult to containing the fire because it repeatedly jumped containment lines they established around the burning grass and woods.
The fire was eventually contained by the combined]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/downed-power-line-sparks-woods-fire-in-hesterville-monday-afternoon/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/downed-power-line-sparks-woods-fire-in-hesterville-monday-afternoon/ The exhibition event will give local fans their first look at the 2026 Ethel Tigers in live action before the regular season official kickoff Aug. 28.
The jamboree features a double-header schedule, bringing together regional rivals for a night of scrimmage action on the hill:
Jamboree Schedule (August 21)
6:00 PM: Nanih Waiya vs. Pisgah
Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-set-to-host-preseason-football-jamboree-this-friday/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ethel-set-to-host-preseason-football-jamboree-this-friday/ It will be held Thursday, August 20, from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the hospital.
The public is invited to tour the renovated department, learn more about the infusion services offered locally, and enjoy refreshments.
The post Baptist Attala Hosting Open House for Newly Renovated Infusion Department appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/baptist-attala-hosting-open-house-for-newly-renovated-infusion-department/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/baptist-attala-hosting-open-house-for-newly-renovated-infusion-department/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
Another sizzler across Mississippi today. Expect afternoon highs in the triple digits– for the third day in a row in some places.  Monday, Columbus got up to 105 and it was 104 in Meridian and Greenville.  A heat advisory will be in effect for most of Mississippi.
Most of the local area can expect afternoon highs near 100 today with a heat index ranging from 108 in Carthage and Kosciusko to 109]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/triple-digit-heat-wave-continues-storms-possible-today/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/triple-digit-heat-wave-continues-storms-possible-today/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
Another sizzler across Mississippi today. Expect afternoon highs in the triple digits– for the third day in a row in some places.  Monday, Columbus got up to 105 and it was 104 in Meridian and Greenville.  A heat advisory will be in effect for most of Mississippi.
Most of the local area can expect afternoon highs near 100 today with a heat index ranging from 108 in Carthage and Kosciusko to 109]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/triple-digit-heat-wave-continues-possible-relief-in-sight/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/triple-digit-heat-wave-continues-possible-relief-in-sight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/black-legislators-demand-transparency-from-mississippi-law-enforcement-on-fatal-police-shooting-of-1-year-old-in-senatobia-2/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/black-legislators-demand-transparency-from-mississippi-law-enforcement-on-fatal-police-shooting-of-1-year-old-in-senatobia-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/black-legislators-demand-transparency-from-mississippi-law-enforcement-on-fatal-police-shooting-of-1-year-old-in-senatobia/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/black-legislators-demand-transparency-from-mississippi-law-enforcement-on-fatal-police-shooting-of-1-year-old-in-senatobia/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-ethics-chair-michael-guest-violates-the-stock-act/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/house-ethics-chair-michael-guest-violates-the-stock-act/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amid-mississippi-health-disparities-jackson-event-offers-black-men-free-screenings/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/amid-mississippi-health-disparities-jackson-event-offers-black-men-free-screenings/  JAMES H DUNCAN, 55, of Kosciusko, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Careless Driving, ACSO.  Bond $5,000, $1,000, $1,000.
 TERRENCE D ELMORE, 25, of Carthage, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, KPD.  Bond $664.25.
 JAMES HOPKINS, 37, of Kosciusko, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, ACSO.  Bond N/A.
 VI]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-larceny-domestic-violence-and-felony-shoplifting-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-larceny-domestic-violence-and-felony-shoplifting-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/ FULL NAME: Khinyin “Chavez” Maurice Glenn
AGE: 19
HEIGHT: 5 ft 6 in
WEIGHT: 165
DISTING]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/publics-help-requested-in-leake-county-cold-case/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/publics-help-requested-in-leake-county-cold-case/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-at-texas-aampm-the-cfp-bracket-based-on-the-preseason-ap-top-25/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ole-miss-at-texas-aampm-the-cfp-bracket-based-on-the-preseason-ap-top-25/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gov-reeves-appoints-oxford-attorney-amanda-tollison-to-state-supreme-court/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gov-reeves-appoints-oxford-attorney-amanda-tollison-to-state-supreme-court/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-hearings-across-the-state-are-open-to-the-public-with-tight-security-planned/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redistricting-hearings-across-the-state-are-open-to-the-public-with-tight-security-planned/ The post Local Cases of West Nile Virus Confirmed appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-cases-of-west-nile-virus-confirmed/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-cases-of-west-nile-virus-confirmed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-news-hub-awards-150000-to-deep-south-today-to-support-reporting-on-women-in-politics/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-news-hub-awards-150000-to-deep-south-today-to-support-reporting-on-women-in-politics/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-state-university-pursues-top-research-status/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/jackson-state-university-pursues-top-research-status/ 08-16-2026 — Shaquita Monquie Kern, a 24-year-old Black female from Kosciusko, was arrested for Contempt of Court by Ofc. Nash.
08-15-2026 — Jimmy Darrell Huskey Jr., a 67-year-old White male from Belleville, IL, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Suspended Driver’s License by Ofc. Nash.
08-14-2026 — Steve Hol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-larceny-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-larceny-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests/ The event is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. inside Frank Branch Coliseum on the Goodman campus.
Fans, students, and community members are invited to get an early look at the 2026 Holmes football squad and coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming season opener.
The evening will also highlight the full spirit contingent, fea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-holmes-cc-annual-meet-the-bulldogs/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-holmes-cc-annual-meet-the-bulldogs/ Titled “One Night in Starkville,” the show is powered by STATE 1878 and will feature support from musical acts TRIPPP and Will Terry. The event takes place on the eve of Mississippi State’s home football matchup against Alabama, setting up a massive weekend on campus.HARDY — born Michael Hardy in Philadelphia — is known]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hardy-announces-one-night-in-starkville-show-ahead-of-msu-alabama-football-weekend/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/hardy-announces-one-night-in-starkville-show-ahead-of-msu-alabama-football-weekend/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-seeks-to-do-the-near-impossible-defeat-an-incumbent-mississippi-senator/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/scott-colom-seeks-to-do-the-near-impossible-defeat-an-incumbent-mississippi-senator/ It was unclear whether the structure was a residence. It was described by firefighters on the scene only as a “wooden structure”.
The call was dispatched just afrter 5 p.m. for a fire on Attala Rd. 4171, which is near Hwy. 12. Upon arrival, Attala County firefighters reported that the structure was already fully involved.
After using a lot of water to try and get the fire out, refills wer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/friday-fire-in-western-attalla-county/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/friday-fire-in-western-attalla-county/ It was unclear whether the structure was a residence. It was described by firefighters on the scene only as a “wooden structure”.
The call was dispatched just after 5 p.m. for a fire on Attala Rd. 4171, which is near Hwy. 12. Upon arrival, Attala County firefighters reported that the structure was already fully involved.
After using a lot of water to try and get the fire out, refills were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/friday-fire-in-western-attala-county/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/friday-fire-in-western-attala-county/  RYE W HART, 20, of Union, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $1,500.
 JERMAINE ISOM, 34, of Philadelphia, Contempt of Court, Obstructing Traffic, Suspended Driver’s License, DUI – 1st, NCSO.  Bond $0, $400, $800, $1,500.
 TEVIN JOHNSON, 31, of Lena, Indictment, NCSO.  Bond $15,000.
 JASON KINARD,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-duis-and-disorderlies-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-duis-and-disorderlies-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county-arrests/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-many-bears-are-there-in-connecticut-to-find-out-mississippi-researchers-lend-a-hand/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-many-bears-are-there-in-connecticut-to-find-out-mississippi-researchers-lend-a-hand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-many-bears-are-in-connecticut-to-find-out-mississippi-researchers-lend-a-hand/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/how-many-bears-are-in-connecticut-to-find-out-mississippi-researchers-lend-a-hand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-essay-horses-and-their-humans-compete-in-the-ultimate-bayou-gold-barrel-race/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-essay-horses-and-their-humans-compete-in-the-ultimate-bayou-gold-barrel-race/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
The National Weather Service says triple digit temperatures will be common across central Mississippi this weekend and early next week.  Some afternoon highs may break records.  And we could also see some record-warm low temperatures as we get little relief when the sun goes down.
Highs near 100 are forecast today in Carthage, Philadelphia and Durant with upper 90s in Kosciusko.  Durant could re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/record-temperatures-possible-as-worst-heat-wave-of-the-season-sets-in/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/record-temperatures-possible-as-worst-heat-wave-of-the-season-sets-in/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
An extreme heat warning has been expanded to cover western Mississippi including Holmes County.   Heat index readings in these areas could go as high as 115 degrees.
Highs near 100 are forecast today in Carthage, Philadelphia and Durant with upper 90s in Kosciusko.  Durant could reach 101 on Monday with Kosciusko, Carthage and Philadelphia at 100.  On Tuesday, highs are expected to range fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-warning-now-includes-holmes-county/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-warning-now-includes-holmes-county/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
All but five counties in Mississippi remain under an extreme heat warning today but some relief is finally in sight.  The National Weather Service says the heat wave should peak on Wednesday as rain chances return for the latter half of the week.
NWS says afternoon highs in Durant and Philadelphia could reach 100 today with upper 90s forecast in Kosciusko and Carthage.  Durant could again hit the cen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/extreme-heat-continues-through-wednesday/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/extreme-heat-continues-through-wednesday/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
An extreme heat warning has been expanded once again, now covering 77 counties in Mississippi including the entire local area.   The National Weather Service says the heat index could approach 115 degrees in some parts of the state through Monday.
NWS says afternoon highs in Durant could reach 100 Monday through Wednesday with upper 90s forecast in Kosciusko, Carthage and Philadelphia.
The heat index]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-now-under-heat-warning/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-now-under-heat-warning/  DEANTHONY O COLLINS, 20, of Carthage, Hold for Other County – Hinds County Circuit Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 TYLER HAVARD, 28, of Forest, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO.  Bond N/A.
 JAIRO LOPEZ-SALVADOR, 25, of Carthage, No Insurance, DUI – 1st, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, No Driver’s License, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Hold for ICE, CPD]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/many-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/many-duis-in-carthage-and-leake-county/ The groups invit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-faith-leaders-denounce-ag-commissioner-andy-gipsons-comments-about-muslims-sharia/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-faith-leaders-denounce-ag-commissioner-andy-gipsons-comments-about-muslims-sharia/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-faith-leaders-denounce-ag-commissioner-andy-gipsons-comments-about-muslims-and-sharia-law/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-faith-leaders-denounce-ag-commissioner-andy-gipsons-comments-about-muslims-and-sharia-law/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tasia-fortunes-troubled-life-leaves-her-family-grieving-and-waiting-as-police-investigate-her-death/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tasia-fortunes-troubled-life-leaves-her-family-grieving-and-waiting-as-police-investigate-her-death/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-public-defenders-in-hinds-county-give-everything-its-time-to-return-the-favor/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/advocates-public-defenders-in-hinds-county-give-everything-its-time-to-return-the-favor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-opioid-settlement-grantees-can-seek-monthly-reimbursement/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-opioid-settlement-grantees-can-seek-monthly-reimbursement/ Attala County Fire Department, Attala County Sheriff’s deputies, EMS, and MHP responded to the scene.
One driver became trapped in their vehicle and was extricated by firefighters. The driver was transported by ambulance to a hospital, and their condition is currently unknown.
Drivers should use caution in the area as crews work to clear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/three-vehicle-crash-involving-semi-truck-on-hwy-35-at-hwy-19/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/three-vehicle-crash-involving-semi-truck-on-hwy-35-at-hwy-19/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/defunding-of-student-loan-repayment-program-another-hit-to-teachers-amid-states-staffing-shortage/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/defunding-of-student-loan-repayment-program-another-hit-to-teachers-amid-states-staffing-shortage/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
 
Previous heat waves in central Mississippi this summer have been driven primarily by high humidity resulting in heat index readings well into the triple digits at times.  But the dangerous heat stress settling in this weekend will be mainly the result of actual temperatures climbing to their highest point of the season.
While afternoon highs in the upper 90s are forecast for the local area today, Durant c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sizzling-weekend-ahead-with-hottest-temps-of-the-season/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/sizzling-weekend-ahead-with-hottest-temps-of-the-season/  RAUL GONZALES JR, 32, of Los Indios, TX, Disorderly Conduct, No Driver’s License, No Proof of Insurance, MHP.  Bond $600, $300, $800.
 MARQUETTE HUNTLEY, 20, DUI – Other Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, PPD.  Bond $1,500, $800, $800.
 TIANA SHAI JOHN, 21, of Choctaw, DUI – 1st, No Insurance, Speeding, MHP.  Bond $1,500, $800, $300.
 ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-drug-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ Mississippi Blood Services notes that local hospital patients rely on volunteer donors, as a single donation can help save up to three lives.
As part of the “Race to Save Lives” Back-to-School Giveaway, anyone who donates blood at a participating mobile drive between Aug. 1 and Aug. 31 will automatically be entered for a chance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-blood-drive-at-attala-county-library/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-blood-drive-at-attala-county-library/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-judge-denies-attempt-to-strike-down-desoto-countys-majority-black-judicial-districts/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/federal-judge-denies-attempt-to-strike-down-desoto-countys-majority-black-judicial-districts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-guilty-of-harassing-and-stalking-city-clerk/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lexington-alderman-guilty-of-harassing-and-stalking-city-clerk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/calls-grow-for-more-transparency-in-nolan-wells-death-investigation/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/calls-grow-for-more-transparency-in-nolan-wells-death-investigation/ The fire covered roughly 2 acres in a thicket with limited access points for ground crews. A quick line was established around the perimeter in hopes that it would hold until Forestry arrived to handle further preventative measures.
The post Wood Fire T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wood-fire-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/wood-fire-thursday-afternoon-in-attala/ The wreck happened about three miles north of Carmack Fish House and was reported at around 8:20 a.m. Attala County Fire Department, Attala Deputies, MHP, and EMS were notified.
A volunteer firefighter was first to arrive at the scene and reported that the driver had suffered multiple injuries. None of those were said to be life-threatening, and the driver was transported to the hospital by ambulance.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-injured-in-thursday-morning-crash-near-carmack/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-injured-in-thursday-morning-crash-near-carmack/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-mississippi-public-health-entomologist-tests-mosquitoes-to-monitor-for-west-nile-virus/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/photo-gallery-mississippi-public-health-entomologist-tests-mosquitoes-to-monitor-for-west-nile-virus/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-sides-with-holly-springs-in-correcting-electric-grid-issues-for-now/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/judge-sides-with-holly-springs-in-correcting-electric-grid-issues-for-now/ A local drive will be held Friday, Aug. 14, at the Attala County Library from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.
Mississippi Blood Services notes that local hospital patients rely on volunteer donors, as a single donation can help save up to three lives.
As part of the “Race to Save Lives” Back-to-School Give]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blood-drive-planned-for-friday-at-attala-county-library/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blood-drive-planned-for-friday-at-attala-county-library/  ELIZABETH D CHAMBLEE, 22, of Walnut Grove, Serving Days, LCSO.  Bond $0.
 TERRANCE L GRAY, 41, of Carthage, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, LCSO.  Bond N/A, $500.
 CHRISTINA M KIMBLE, 39, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, Felony Indictment, LCSO.  Bond N/A,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/careless-driving-and-felony-drug-possession-in-carthage-and-leake/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/careless-driving-and-felony-drug-possession-in-carthage-and-leake/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-max-set-to-add-five-mississippi-music-legends-to-its-hall-of-fame/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/the-max-set-to-add-five-mississippi-music-legends-to-its-hall-of-fame/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/usm-history-professor-plays-major-role-in-netflixs-the-american-experiment/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/usm-history-professor-plays-major-role-in-netflixs-the-american-experiment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redwater-man-facing-prison-after-being-caught-in-child-sex-sting/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/redwater-man-facing-prison-after-being-caught-in-child-sex-sting/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/empleados-temporales-mexicanos-de-la-granja-battle-fish-denuncian-abusos-laborales/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/empleados-temporales-mexicanos-de-la-granja-battle-fish-denuncian-abusos-laborales/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-insurance-commissioner-pushes-short-term-plans-as-healthcare-costs-climb/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-insurance-commissioner-pushes-short-term-plans-as-healthcare-costs-climb/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-senate-fundraising-committee-leaves-mississippi-colom-out-of-40-million-push/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/us-senate-fundraising-committee-leaves-mississippi-colom-out-of-40-million-push/ One person was reportedly trapped in their vehicle, but was quickly extri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crash-involving-18-wheeler-shuts-down-roadway-in-attala/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crash-involving-18-wheeler-shuts-down-roadway-in-attala/ Moments later, they received a call from the driver, stating that they had struck a deer. The occupants of the car were uninjured and needed no assistance from first responders. The condition of the deer is currently unknown.
The post Deer Strike Wednesday Morning in Sallis appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deer-strike-wednesday-morning-in-sallis/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deer-strike-wednesday-morning-in-sallis/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-us-senate-is-right-on-top-of-1960-football-controversy-ep-309/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-us-senate-is-right-on-top-of-1960-football-controversy-ep-309/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blues-enthusiast-morgan-freemans-album-covers-100-years-of-the-genre/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/blues-enthusiast-morgan-freemans-album-covers-100-years-of-the-genre/  DIEGO GARCIA-SILVESTRE, 42, of Forest, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $300, $0.
 CURTIS HOPSON JR, 36, of Meridian, DUI, CTED.  Bond $2,000.
 ANGEL JIMENEZ, 48, of Forest, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NCSO.  Bond $300, $0.
 RANULFO JUAREZ-VALENZUELA, 48, of Brandon, No Driver’s License, Hold for Other Agency, NC]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-felony-drug-possession-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/duis-and-felony-drug-possession-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/ Twenty years ago this month, the tiny Leake County community of Madden briefly became the center of the football world when Microsoft and Electronic Arts staged a one-of-a-kind celebration for the launch of Madden NFL 07 on Xbox 360.
Hall of Famers Warren Moon, Jerry Rice, and Marshall Faul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/20-years-ago-the-day-madden-ms-hosted-the-biggest-launch-party-in-football/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/20-years-ago-the-day-madden-ms-hosted-the-biggest-launch-party-in-football/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marshand-crisler-former-interim-hinds-county-sheriff-is-released-from-prison-and-put-on-house-arrest/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/marshand-crisler-former-interim-hinds-county-sheriff-is-released-from-prison-and-put-on-house-arrest/ Sheriff Pope says Beat 5 Supervisor Brad Whittington reported that his county road crew was cutting grass along Attala Rd. 5216 when they spotted the ATV in a wooded area off the roadway.
The Attala County Sheriff’s Office was notified and the vehicle was recovered.
This ATV is the last of three stolen off-road vehicles taken during a recent theft. The other two vehicles, a side-by]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/third-stolen-atv-recovered-in-attala/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/third-stolen-atv-recovered-in-attala/ The newspaper included Ray on its preseason watch list featuring top special teams standouts from both the MHSAA and MAIS across the state.
Ray converted 54 PATs and two field goals during the 2025 season, helping lead Kosciusko to the MHSAA Class 4A State Championship game.
Fans can vote for who they believ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciuskos-braden-ray-named-to-clarion-ledgers-list-of-top-returning-special-teams-players-for-2026-season-voting-open/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciuskos-braden-ray-named-to-clarion-ledgers-list-of-top-returning-special-teams-players-for-2026-season-voting-open/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/appointment-of-muslim-judge-in-tiny-mississippi-town-brings-social-media-attacks/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/appointment-of-muslim-judge-in-tiny-mississippi-town-brings-social-media-attacks/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
Dangerous heat stress is spreading east today and the National Weather Service has now posted a heat advisory covering the entire state which will be in effect through Friday .  Heat index readings could climb as high as 110  degrees in some areas but they’ll probably be a little lower around here—106 is forecast in Durant today.
An extreme heat warning has been posted for a small part of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-now-statewide-extended-through-friday/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-now-statewide-extended-through-friday/  
Dangerous heat stress will be spreading east tomorrow and the National Weather Service is posting a heat advisory which covers all of this area.  Heat index readings could climb as high as 110 degrees between 11 am and 8 pm.The post Entire Local Area Under a Heat Advisory Tomorrow appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-under-a-heat-advisory-tomorrow/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-under-a-heat-advisory-tomorrow/ EXTREME HEAT WARNING shown in purple
Dangerous heat stress will be spreading east today and the National Weather Service is posting a heat advisory which covers all of this area.  Heat index readings could climb as high as 110  degrees in some areas between 11 am and 8 pm but they’ll probably be a little lower around here—106 is forecast in Durant.
An extreme heat warning has been posted for a small part of the Delta includin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-under-a-heat-advisory-today/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/entire-local-area-under-a-heat-advisory-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-should-set-rules-before-data-centers-continue-growing-sen-hillman-frazier-says/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-should-set-rules-before-data-centers-continue-growing-sen-hillman-frazier-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andy-lack-and-kara-swisher-to-discuss-ai-at-all-in-on-mississippi-summit/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/andy-lack-and-kara-swisher-to-discuss-ai-at-all-in-on-mississippi-summit/ Utility workers accidentally drilled through a main water line during ongoing work, causing temporary discoloration in the town’s water supply. Local crews immediately responded to the scene and began flushing the municipal lines to clear the system.
Town officials advise residents who experience brown water to run their cold water taps for a short period. Doin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gas-crew-accidental-line-strike-causes-brief-water-discoloration-in-ethel/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/gas-crew-accidental-line-strike-causes-brief-water-discoloration-in-ethel/ With his trademark Bakersfield sound and unmistakable vocals, the Grammy Award winner, famous for defining hits like “Guitars, Cadillacs,” “Fast as You,” and “A Thousand Miles from Nowhere,”will take the stage for a one-night-only performance.
Tickets for the concert are scheduled to go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug.14, at 10:00 AM.
Fans can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/country-legend-dwight-yoakam-announced-for-live-performance-at-pearl-river-resort/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/country-legend-dwight-yoakam-announced-for-live-performance-at-pearl-river-resort/ The upcoming slate highlights major local staples, including the Heart of Mississippi Rodeo, an expanded Fall Festival, and the annual Safety Parade throughout October. The holiday season officially begins in November with the community Christmas Tree Lighting and the month-long Merry Mar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-releases-list-of-fallholiday-events/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kosciusko-attala-partnership-releases-list-of-fallholiday-events/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-analyzes-the-growing-list-of-2027-candidates-for-governor/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-today-analyzes-the-growing-list-of-2027-candidates-for-governor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mexican-seasonal-employees-at-battle-fish-farm-in-tunica-county-allege-labor-abuses/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mexican-seasonal-employees-at-battle-fish-farm-in-tunica-county-allege-labor-abuses/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/maternity-care-deserts-make-up-nearly-half-of-mississippi-counties-march-of-dimes-says/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/maternity-care-deserts-make-up-nearly-half-of-mississippi-counties-march-of-dimes-says/ This year’s festival features the First Annual McCool Tractor Pageant, an event designed to celebrate the community’s agricultural heritage and local history.
Organizers welcome tractors of all conditions, from pristine collector pieces to rusty, hard-working farm equipment passed down through generations.
Further details on registration, categories, and prizes will be rele]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mccool-yockanookany-river-fest-set-for-october-3/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mccool-yockanookany-river-fest-set-for-october-3/  TIMOTHY T BURGESS, 52, Public Drunk, CPD.  Bond $239.25.
 DEMARCUS FREEMAN, 24, of Goodman, Possession of Machine Gun Conversion Kit, LCSO.  Bond $10,000.
 MARQUIS L HUFFMAN, 35, of Carthage, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a Business, CPD.  Bond $639.25.
 DOMINIQUE D LUCKETT, 32, of Carthage, No Insurance, Revoked or Suspended Driver&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/possession-of-a-machine-gun-conversion-kit-and-disorderly-conduct-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/possession-of-a-machine-gun-conversion-kit-and-disorderly-conduct-arrests-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/preventing-hot-car-deaths-check-the-backseat/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/preventing-hot-car-deaths-check-the-backseat/ NAME: Angel Denise Brown
AGE: 24
HEIGHT: 5’ 3”
WEIGHT: 206
HAIR: Black
EYES: Black
The post Durant Woman Missing, Silver Alert Iss]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/durant-woman-missing-silver-alert-issued/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/durant-woman-missing-silver-alert-issued/ Father and son share an amazing distinction: Kermit Sr. was Southeastern Conference Coach of the Year in 1971, his first year as State’s head coach. Forty-eight years later, in 2019, Kermit Jr. was SEC Coac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-basketball-icon-kermit-davis-sr-has-died-at-91/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-state-basketball-icon-kermit-davis-sr-has-died-at-91/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-person-one-vote-house-redistricting-committee-gets-primer/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/one-person-one-vote-house-redistricting-committee-gets-primer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ex-nba-guard-monta-ellis-is-named-alcorn-state-mens-basketball-general-manager/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ex-nba-guard-monta-ellis-is-named-alcorn-state-mens-basketball-general-manager/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congressional-democrats-launch-probe-of-efforts-to-deport-us-military-members-and-their-families/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/congressional-democrats-launch-probe-of-efforts-to-deport-us-military-members-and-their-families/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-officials-urge-regular-upkeep-at-high-hazard-dams/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/mississippi-officials-urge-regular-upkeep-at-high-hazard-dams/  BRANDON DIXON, 31, of Philadelphia, Indictment, NCSO.  Bond $10,000.
 JONATHAN M HOLLOWAY, 32, of Philadelphia, Hold for Drug Court, NCSO.  Bond $0.
 DESMOND JIM, 20, of Choctaw, Failure to Appear X 4, NCSO.  Bond $0 X 4.
 WILLIE L JONES, 60, of Philadelphia, Petit Larceny, PPD.  Bond $500.
 DVONTEA THOMAS LEWIS, 31, of Philadelphia, Distu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/larceny-shoplifting-and-disorderly-conduct-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/larceny-shoplifting-and-disorderly-conduct-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-arrests/ The event is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. inside Frank Branch Coliseum on the Goodman campus.
Fans, students, and community members are invited to get an early look at the 2026 Holmes football squad and coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming season opener.
The evening will also highlight the full spirit contingent, fea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-cc-set-to-host-annual-meet-the-bulldogs-event-aug-17/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-cc-set-to-host-annual-meet-the-bulldogs-event-aug-17/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opioid-advisory-council-to-tackle-delays-in-addiction-response-projects/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/opioid-advisory-council-to-tackle-delays-in-addiction-response-projects/ 08-08-2026 — Jashawn M. Moore, a 19-year-old Black male from Kosciusko, was arrested for No Driver’s License by Capt. Clark.
08-08-2026 — Rodriguez Contrell Thurman, a 34-year-old Black male from Kosciusko, was arrested for Suspended Driver’s License by Lt. Townsend.
08-08-2026 — Dennis R. Henderson, a 33-year-old Black male from Kos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-assault-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests-2/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/shoplifting-assault-and-other-recent-kosciusko-arrests-2/  DENNIS R HENDERSON, 33, of Kosciusko, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court, Revoked or Suspended Driver’s License, KPD.  Bond $0, $1,000.
 ROBBERT LEWIS, 66, of Sallis, Felony DUI, Felony Indictment, ACSO.  Bond $50,000, N/A.
 NAPOLEON MELTON, 38, of Kosciusko, Possession of Marijuana, No Driver’s License, No Insurance,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-trespassing-and-felony-drug-possession-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/assault-trespassing-and-felony-drug-possession-in-kosciusko-and-attala-arrests/ The event will run from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Kosy-Attala CTC facility.
The evening is designed to offer families a comprehensive look into the upcoming school year’s programs and student pathways.
During the 30-minute session, attendees will have the opportunity to:Get to Know the Instructors: Meet the educators leading the center’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-to-host-annual-parent-night/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-kosciusko-attala-career-tech-center-to-host-annual-parent-night/ The warning comes after a string of thefts left local residents without phone or internet service. In a message posted to the department’s Facebook page, officials made it clear that taking utility wires does far more than just destroy property, it cuts off vital connections for rural residents, pe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-so-warns-thieves-targeting-phone-and-internet-lines/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-so-warns-thieves-targeting-phone-and-internet-lines/ The warning comes after a string of thefts left local residents without phone or internet service. In a message posted to the department’s Facebook page, officials made it clear that taking utility wires does far more than just destroy property, it cuts off vital connections for rural residents, pe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-sheriffs-office-warns-thieves-targeting-phone-and-internet-lines/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-county-sheriffs-office-warns-thieves-targeting-phone-and-internet-lines/ Hosted by the Kosciusko Attala Partnership, the program offers Attala County students hands-on experience, professional skill development, and opportunities to network with local business and community leaders. Participants will also volunteer at KAP events throughout the program to help make a lasting impact in th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deadline-today-applications-closing-for-kap-future-leaders-of-tomorrow-program/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/deadline-today-applications-closing-for-kap-future-leaders-of-tomorrow-program/  
As heat stress increases across Mississippi this week, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory which includes Holmes County for today.  It’ll be in effect from 11 am until 8 pm.  In Durant, the heat index this afternoon is forecast to reach 106 degrees and could be even higher across western Mississippi.  NWS says the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will only get worse this week and by Wednes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-county-now-included-in-heat-advisory/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/holmes-county-now-included-in-heat-advisory/  
Holmes County will be back under a heat advisory today.  It’ll be in effect from 11 am until 8 pm.  In Durant, the heat index this afternoon is forecast to reach 106 degrees and could be even higher across western Mississippi.  NWS says on Wednesday, heat indices could again reach 106 in Durant, and 105 in Kosciusko, Carthage and Philadelphia.
 
 
The post Heat Advisory Continues for Holmes County appeared first on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-continues-for-holmes-county/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/heat-advisory-continues-for-holmes-county/ Each week, fans can test their football knowledge by picking winners from a lineup of the best high school and college matchups across the state. Get the most correct picks, and you’re a winner.
Weekly winners will take home a $10 gift card to Sonic, the official Football Friday Food Stop.
At the end of the season, the overall champion with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-returning-for-its-23rd-season/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/kicks-picks-returning-for-its-23rd-season/  JESUS BARRIENTOS, 61, of Del Rio, TX, Felony DUI, PPD.  Bond $30,000.
 DILLON COPELAND, 31, of Union, Disorderly Conduct – Interfering with a Business, PPD.  Bond $500.
 AY’DAN D JONES, 16, of Carthage, First Degree Murder in the Commission of a Felony, Attempted Murder, PPD.  Bond N/A, N/A.
The post First Degree Murder, Felony DUI, and Indecent Exposure Arrests in Philadelph]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-felony-dui-and-indecent-exposure-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/first-degree-murder-felony-dui-and-indecent-exposure-arrests-in-philadelphia-and-neshoba-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lynn-fitch-hopes-her-campaign-for-governor-exceeds-previous-best-effort-by-woman-evelyn-gandy-in-1979/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lynn-fitch-hopes-her-campaign-for-governor-exceeds-previous-best-effort-by-woman-evelyn-gandy-in-1979/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dangerous-heat-forecast-in-this-area/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/dangerous-heat-forecast-in-this-area/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/who-was-no-1-in-college-football-66-years-ago-the-us-senate-chimes-in/Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/who-was-no-1-in-college-football-66-years-ago-the-us-senate-chimes-in/  ALISHA F BOLER, 40, of Philadelphia, DUI – 1st, MHP.  Bond $1,000.
 TORI CHIPLEY, 26, of Carthage, Disorderly Conduct – Disturbing the Peace, LCSO.  Bond $1,000.
 JOSE J COXAJ-TUCHIN, 30, of Carthage, No Insurance, DUI-  1st, No Driver’s License, Reckless Driving, Hold for ICE, LCSO.  Bond $500, $1,000,k $5009, $500, N/A.
 RONALD DONA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-felony-malicious-mischief-and-multiple-domestic-violence-charges-in-carthage-and-leake-county/Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/aggravated-assault-felony-malicious-mischief-and-multiple-domestic-violence-charges-in-carthage-and-leake-county/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/faith-scholarship-funding-scare-fuels-push-for-state-lawmakers-to-step-up/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/faith-scholarship-funding-scare-fuels-push-for-state-lawmakers-to-step-up/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/on-mississippis-death-row-humans-remain-advocate-says/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/on-mississippis-death-row-humans-remain-advocate-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tennessee-voters-oust-trump-backed-congressman-and-set-matchup-for-redrawn-memphis-area-us-house-seat/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/tennessee-voters-oust-trump-backed-congressman-and-set-matchup-for-redrawn-memphis-area-us-house-seat/ The vehicle reportedly struck the building and entered the business, located on Veterans Memorial Drive.
No injuries have been reported at this time.
It is unclear what caused the vehicle to crash into the building. Details have not been released.
Breezy News will update you here when more information is made available.
The post Vehicle Crashes into Thomas Vision Friday appeared first on BreezyNews.com -]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-crashes-into-thomas-vision-friday/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/vehicle-crashes-into-thomas-vision-friday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/transport-company-kllm-is-accused-of-discrimination-against-women-in-truck-driver-training/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/transport-company-kllm-is-accused-of-discrimination-against-women-in-truck-driver-training/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/coroner-identifies-woman-found-hanging-from-a-tree-behind-a-vacant-jackson-home/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/coroner-identifies-woman-found-hanging-from-a-tree-behind-a-vacant-jackson-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/man-will-be-tried-a-second-time-in-new-albany-restaurant-stabbing-four-years-after-he-was-acquitted/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/man-will-be-tried-a-second-time-in-new-albany-restaurant-stabbing-four-years-after-he-was-acquitted/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/data-centers-shaping-state-politics-and-workforce-mississippi-marketplace/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/data-centers-shaping-state-politics-and-workforce-mississippi-marketplace/ Authorities were able to identify the semi with the caller’s help and were able to safely pull the driver over. No injuries or accidents were reported.
The post Reckless Driver Wednesday Night in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reckless-driver-wednesday-night-in-attala/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reckless-driver-wednesday-night-in-attala/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/moms-equal-pay-day-highlights-the-struggles-faced-by-many-mississippians/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/moms-equal-pay-day-highlights-the-struggles-faced-by-many-mississippians/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-moves-forward-with-head-start-overhaul-proposing-to-eliminate-regulations/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trump-administration-moves-forward-with-head-start-overhaul-proposing-to-eliminate-regulations/  MICHAEL MOSES, 41, of Kosciusko, Shoplifting – 2nd, Contempt of Court – Kosciusko Municipal Court X 2, KPD.  Bond $2,300, $0 X 2.
 CHARLES W PETERS, 46, of Ethel, Malicious Mischief, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, ACSO.  Bond $0, $0.
 BRADLEY K QUICK, 34, of Carthage, Felony Motor Vehicle Theft, Hold – Detainer for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-malicious-mischief-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/burglary-malicious-mischief-and-shoplifting-arrests-in-kosciusko-and-attala-county/ Mississippi Blood Services notes that local hospital patients rely on volunteer donors, as a single donation can help save up to three lives.
As part of the “Race to Save Lives” Back-to-School Giveaway, anyone who donates blood at a participating mobile drive between Aug. 1 and Aug. 31 will automatically be entered for a chance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-blood-drive-at-citizens-national-bank-in-kosciusko/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/happening-today-blood-drive-at-citizens-national-bank-in-kosciusko/ Presented by the Kosciusko Attala Partnership, the two-night event will take place at 1 Superior Drive on property provided by Dickerson Petroleum. Sanctioned by the National Cowboy Pro Rodeo Association (NCPRA) and the International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA), with production by Deep South Rodeo Productions, the weekend will feature bucking, barrel racing, roping, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rodeo-returning-to-kosciusko-october-9-10/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rodeo-returning-to-kosciusko-october-9-10/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/faith-scholarships-get-800k-boost-from-woodward-hines-foundation/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/faith-scholarships-get-800k-boost-from-woodward-hines-foundation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rick-cleveland-ole-miss-lawsuit-over-football-transfers-to-lsu-shows-moneys-sordid-influence-on-college-sports/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/rick-cleveland-ole-miss-lawsuit-over-football-transfers-to-lsu-shows-moneys-sordid-influence-on-college-sports/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-announces-pilot-programs-to-improve-rural-health-for-mississippi/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/reeves-announces-pilot-programs-to-improve-rural-health-for-mississippi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lynn-fitch-kicks-off-governor-campaign-with-promise-to-speed-up-income-tax-phase-out/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/lynn-fitch-kicks-off-governor-campaign-with-promise-to-speed-up-income-tax-phase-out/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ferc-signs-off-on-new-gas-pipeline-to-go-across-mississippi/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/ferc-signs-off-on-new-gas-pipeline-to-go-across-mississippi/ The post Local Firefighter Finishes Training at Fire Academy appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-firefighter-finishes-training-at-fire-academy/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/local-firefighter-finishes-training-at-fire-academy/ The homeowner told him to leave the residence the night prior, but he returned on Tuesday.
Police were able to remove him from the property without further incident.
The post Trespasser Tuesday Afternoon in Kosciusko appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespasser-tuesday-afternoon-in-kosciusko/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/trespasser-tuesday-afternoon-in-kosciusko/ The fire was less than an acre in size and was the result of some outdoor burning. Central and Zama responded to the call and extinguished it without any need for forestry. No injuries were reported.
The post Grass Fire Tuesday Night in Attala appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-tuesday-night-in-attala/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/grass-fire-tuesday-night-in-attala/ The ATV was located in an overgrown wooded area behind Spot Cash Tire & Appliance and McDonald’s on Hwy 12 W. It was one of three ATVs stolen recently in Attala County.
Deputy Tommy Pender recently recovered a stolen side-by-side. Read more about that recovery here.
Sheriff Pope said the Attala County Sheriff’s Office continues]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-deputies-recover-another-stolen-atv/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/attala-deputies-recover-another-stolen-atv/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fema-cut-staff-without-planning-for-future-work-watchdog-says/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/fema-cut-staff-without-planning-for-future-work-watchdog-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-111-years-of-sports-writing-ep-308/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/crooked-letter-sports-111-years-of-sports-writing-ep-308/ The Kosciusko Board of Aldermen approved a street closure request for Saturday, Aug. 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to accommodate the gathering. The closure will affect the street segment between Knox Road and North East Street, directly in front of the Boys & Girls Club and Jackson-Niles Park.
Community members are encouraged to come ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/meet-the-little-whippets-set-for-saturday-aug-8/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/mississippi/meet-the-little-whippets-set-for-saturday-aug-8/