2026 Fair moved to June 19-26
The 2026 Neshoba County Fair is moving to June to accommodate the early start of school, the Neshoba County Fair Association announced.
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Naked man arrested at Silver Star
A Meridian man was arrested here after assaulting a woman, stealing her purse and running around the Silver Star Casino in the nude on Saturday.
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Rape suspect forfeits bond
A Walnut Grove man has forfeited his bond on a 2024 rape charge after he was arrested last week on an indictment for possession of a controlled substance.
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Neshoba Central softball falls in state finals
Neshoba Central softball saw their stellar season come to an end on Saturday, falling 10-7 to George County in game three of the MHSAA 6A state championship series.
Lady Rockets still competing for state title
Neshoba Central softball rallied to win the final two games of their MHSAA 6A semifinal series against South Panola, advancing to the 6A championship series.
Basketball standouts coming together at Southern Miss
A pair of former Neshoba County girls basketball stars will team up together, with Neshoba Central alum Carly Keats and Choctaw Central alum Meloney Thomas announcing ...Obituaries
Howard L. Benson dedicated his life to serving the Lord and touching the lives of many through his ministry.
Funeral services for Ms. Dorothy Jean Storey were held at 2 PM Thursday, May 15, 2025, at John E. Stephens Chapel.
Funeral services for Mr. Shaunry Michal Thomas Sr., were held 2 PM Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Stonewall Baptist Church.
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Jim Fulton seeks election as Philadelphia Mayor
Cassie Henson seeks election as Philadelphia Mayor
Leroy Clemons seeks election as Philadelphia Mayor
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A former Philadelphia High School coach charged with sexual battery of a student in 2022 was among those indicted during the latest Neshoba County grand jury.
Two Neshoba County men were arrested on drug charges earlier this month when law enforcement officers encountered them in the middle of the road with a broken-down vehicle.
A Meridian man was arrested here after assaulting a woman, stealing her purse and running around the Silver Star Casino in the nude on Saturday.
At the May 19 meeting of the Neshoba County Board of Supervisors, the Board presented Neshoba Central senior Andrew Riley Winstead with a $500 check.
The Choctaw Indian Tribe is currently prosecuting its first case under Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction (STCJ).
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Jailing James Comey
The last thing the administration should do is arrest James B. Comey over his reckless social media posts.
THOMAS/The Wilson-Biden cover-ups
The massive cover-up of Joe Biden’s mental and physical decline, which is only now being revealed by certain media types who were part of it, reminds me of a similar event ...
BIBLE SECTION/Romans 15:5-6
Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus: That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God ...
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Murray loves making grand memories
Linda Murray arrived in Philadelphia in May 1973, pulling a small U-Haul behind her Camaro.
Of Local Interest
Indian Springs Assembly of God will have Homecoming and Memorial Service on Sunday June 8th.
Just Among Friends
The First Baptist Church was the site of a special Mother’s Day event during the worship service. Precious Lyla Rhodes was dedicated.
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GETTING THE MESSAGE/The assaults of the devil and true joy
C.S. Lewis once said that joy is the serious business of heaven. Joy is not a mere happiness, but a profound, piercing longing that is beyond the world and found in God alone.
The 'Maryland man'
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is no longer Democrats’ favorite former Maryland resident. This Salvadoran citizen became a hero to the left in March when he was rounded up ...
THOMAS/Bad political theater in Newark
Political theater extends back to the Greeks. William Shakespeare wrote about politics in “Coriolanus” and other plays.MORE NEWS
Softball fans will have an opportunity to witness the first game on the ball field Friday evening following the Vesper service at the High School auditorium.
The Board of Supervisors has submitted a project to the Office of State Aid Road Construction (OSARC) to reseal approximately 27.76 miles of state aid roads this term.
Two Neshoba County men were arrested on drug charges earlier this month when law enforcement officers encountered them in the middle of the road with a broken-down vehicle.
Choctaw Central High School senior Kaegen Henry has been named STAR Student, and English teacher Stephanie Johnson is the STAR Teacher.
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Philadelphia Athletic Club (PAC) owners Tyler Hardy, an occupational therapist, and Kathryn Comans, a physical therapist, are launching a new clinic called PAC Therapy.
Five high school seniors have each been awarded a $6,000 scholarship from Yates to support their first two years of college, totaling $30,000 in scholarships granted.
Choctaw Tribal members are being asked to showcase their talents at this year’s Choctaw Indian Fair.
The 2026 Neshoba County Fair is moving to June, it was announced late Friday.
Few churches have stood the test of time like White Oak Baptist Church, which celebrated 200 years of service on Sunday, May 4.
A man working on his Neshoba County Fair cabin died a day after falling from the second story last Wednesday afternoon.
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Former Philly coach, others indicted
A former Philadelphia High School coach charged with sexual battery of a student in 2022 was among those indicted during the latest Neshoba County grand jury.
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BIBLE SECTION/Proverbs 31:10, 27-28
An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.
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