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Around 11:00 AM, the Attala County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a wreck on King St. in Ethel about a mile from downtown. As more information came in about the crash, it was determined there were no entrapments, but there was a pregnant female […] The post Wreck Thursday Morning in Ethel appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

Attala County officials are issuing a stern warning to residents as dangerously dry conditions continue and fire calls increase across the county. Sheriff Curtis Pope says the Attala County Sheriff’s Office does not want to issue fines, but citations will soon be issued to those […] The post Attala Officials Warn: Burn Ban Violators Will Face Fines appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Ko...

RED FLAG WARNING shown in pink on map above   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 […] The post Red Flag Warning Issued for Friday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

CARTHAGE, Miss.–A burn ban is now in effect for Leake County, which means no outdoor burning for now. 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 […] The post Burn Ban Now in Effect in Leake County appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko Ne...

  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, […] The post Boswell Media Congratulates First Financial Bank on 20 Years of Investing in Our Community appeared...

The Attala County Library has announced a schedule change for its upcoming book signing with Mississippi author and snake expert Terry L. Vandeventer. Originally scheduled for October 19th, the event has been postponed and will now take place Monday, Nov. 16. Vandeventer will be visiting […] The post Attala County Library Postpones Author Event to November 16 appeared first on BreezyNews.com...

After a multi-year hiatus, a cherished local tradition is making its return. The Junior Auxiliary of Kosciusko has announced the return of the Charity Ball, “Winter In The Pines,” Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027, at Behind The Pines. The evening’s festivities will begin when doors open […] The post Junior Auxiliary of Kosciusko Announces Return of Charity Ball for 2027 appeared fir...

The holiday season is arriving early at The Carousel House, which will host its Carousel Christmas Open House Sunday, Nov. 1 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The event will include a variety of local vendors offering homemade arts and crafts, desserts, breads, jams, jellies, […] The post The Carousel House announces Carousel Christmas Open House appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7...

On this week’s episode of the Farm Bureau Coaches Show – Kosciusko Whippets head football coach Casey Orr recaps the game against Louisville, highlights this week’s Players of the Game, and discusses Friday night’s game against Greenwood.   The Farm Bureau Coaches Show airs on […] The post Farm Bureau Coaches Show – October 15, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko Ne...

THEEYAZAN ALNAHAM, 41, of Philadelphia, Transfer, Distribution, or Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell, Felony Conspiracy – Controlled Substances Law, PPD.  Bond $50,000, $50,000.   KENNETH W BROWN JR, 47, of Columbus, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony Obstruction – Tampering […] The post Felony DUI, Drug Possession with Intent to Sell,...

FIRE WEATHER WATCH shown in tan on map above   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 […] The post Fire Weather Watch for This Area Friday appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

UPDATE (10/14/2026 at 9:15 pm): Kosciusko Police Department tells Breezy News the three suspects who are believed to be involved in the shooting are in custod. Their identities have not been released at this time. Approximately 4:30 pm on Wednesday, Kosciusko Police Department responded to […] The post Update: North Natchez Shooting Suspects in Custody appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosc...

This week: On this episode of the Sunstar Insurance Coaches Show, Holmes Head Coach Marcus Wood joins recaps the game against Northwest, spotlights Player of the Game Tristan Colenburg, and previews the game against East MS. The post Audio: Sunstar Insurance Coaches Show – October 14, 2026 appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

SHAWUNACY BOONE, 28, of Carthage, No Tag, Contempt of Court – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD.  Bond $319, $0.   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, […] The post DUI, Trespassing, and Disorderly Conduct in Carthage and Leake County Arrests appea...

After reaching its highest level since May two and a half weeks ago, the average price of gas in Mississippi has dropped about nine cents.  AAA says the statewide average this morning is $3.92.  And remember when Leake County had some of the lowest gas […] The post As Gas Prices Fall, Local Averages Remain High appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

It’s gotten so dry in this area that it won’t take much wind to spread any wildfires that break out.  The National Weather Service has posted an “elevated” risk of wildfires through Saturday as a result of extremely dry vegetation and low humidity.  It says, […] The post NWS Posts “Elevated” Wildfire Risk appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko News 24/7 .

The results are in for Tuesday’s municipal primary election in Carthage, with Republican voters selecting their nominees for mayor and Ward 3 alderman. In the mayoral race, Laurie Henderson has won with 265 votes. Cindy Crane received 236 votes. In the Ward 3 alderman race, […] The post Carthage Municipal Primary Election Winners Announced appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusko N...

Today is Election Day in Carthage. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. for the city’s municipal primary election. 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 […] The post Election Day in Carthage: Polls Open Until 7 pm appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciu...

WALLACE H BASS, 27, of Carthage, Abusive Calls to Emergency Telephone Service, LCSO.  Bond $1,000.   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 […] The post Aggravated Assault, Disorderly Conduct, and Carrying a Concealed Weapon in C...

The Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Center is proud to recognize Automotive instructor Alex Blanton as the October Staff Spotlight. 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 […] The post Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Center October Staff Spotlight: Alex Blanton appeared first on Bree...

Two people have been arrested in connection with the Wednesday night theft of more than 300 feet of copper wire from Golf Course Road in Kosciusko. Following an investigation, Kosciusko Police Department officers identified two suspects who were later located in Grenada County with assistance […] The post Two Arrested in Kosciusko Copper Wire Theft appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Kosciusk...

The Leake County Sheriff’s Department has a new K-9 officer.  The dog named Kamira has undergone specialized training along with her handler, Deputy Warden Griffin.  Sheriff Randy Atkinson says the department now has another valuable resource to help protect the community, assist with investigations and […] The post New Member of the Leake County Crime-Fighting Team appeared first on BreezyN...

As trick-or-treat season draws nearer, keep up with everything going on this Halloween with the following schedule of events: Saturday, October 24 Annual Kosciusko Attala Partnership Fall Festival  Thomastown Baptist Church Harvest Festival  Greenlee Elementary Fall Carnival  Sunday, October 25 Ethel Baptist Church Trunk-r-Treat  Wednesday, […] The post Schedule of Fall/Halloween events in K...

JAMES H DUNCAN, 55, of Kosciusko, Domestic Violence – Simple Assault, KPD.  Bond $1,300.   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.  […] The post Felony Malicious Mischief, Felony Possession, and Felony Conspiracy to Commit a Crime Arres...

With limited rainfall from last week’s tropical weather across much of Mississippi, the danger of wildfires has returned.  The National Weather Service says, although winds today should be light, the dry vegetation and low humidity will help create conditions favorable for wildfires.   According to the […] The post Fire Danger Alert in Effect Today appeared first on BreezyNews.com - Ko...