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A new documentary titled “Last American House Party,” which explores the Neshoba County Fair, will premiere on Sunday, July 27, at 4 p.m. at the Ellis Theater.

Man arrested in alleged road rage shooting

A Neshoba County man was arrested on assault charges after he allegedly fired a handgun at another motorist in an apparent road rage incident reported earlier this week at an intersection in the Linwood community.

Poplar Avenue residents celebrate the 4th, freedom

Residents of Poplar Avenue once again lit up the Fourth of July with patriotism and community spirit during their second annual block party hosted at the home of Tony and Gwen Alexander.

Former coach pleads to sex crimes

A former Philadelphia High School coach will serve two years in prison and be required to register as a sex offender after pleading guilty on Monday to the sexual battery of a student.

11 arrested on drug charges, 6 on the lam

A yearlong investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine in Neshoba County culminated last week with the arrests of 11 individuals, with authorities still searching for six others.

County jail docket

• Toby Lee Adams, 36, of 10123 Hwy 16 E; hold for MDOC

Supervisors receive state approval for $3M reseal project

The Board of Supervisors has received approval for a state aid project that will fund the resealing of approximately 27.76 miles of roadway during the current term.

Young seeks GOP nomination for SOS again

Shuwaski Young has launched his campaign for the Republican nomination for Secretary of State in 2027.

FLASHBACKS

The library report for June shows a circulation of 575 books for adults and children.

Neshoba veterans take memorable trip to D.C.

Two Neshoba County Vietnam War veterans recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to visit the nation’s war memorials as part of a trip sponsored by the Honor Flight Network and WoodmenLife.

Habitual offender sentenced to 3 years

A Pearl River community man was sentenced to 37 months in prison for habitual domestic violence.

Department heads approved as new board term begins

Aldermen approved routine reappointments for the new four-year term during the first meeting of the newly elected mayor and board last Tuesday.

Pill lab busted in Philadelphia, arrest made

A Philadelphia man has been arrested on drug charges connected with running a clandestine pill laboratory at his residence.

Posey named 8th Circuit Court District Judge

Governor Tate Reeves today announced the appointment of Christopher M. Posey of Philadelphia to the Office of the Circuit Judge for the 8th Circuit Court District ...

Sales tax on groceries reduced on July 1

Mississippi has reduced the state sales tax rate on groceries from 7 percent to 5 percent, effective July 1, as part of a major tax overhaul.

Deputies will crack down on underage drinking at the Neshoba County Fairgrounds this weekend.

Philadelphia Police arrest 11 in drug sweep

MoMore than 10 people were arrested, with more suspects sought on drug charges, in a sweep led by Philadelphia Police earlier this week.

Chunn takes over as new fire chief

Bill Chunn has officially stepped into the role of Philadelphia’s fire chief following the retirement of Deric Horne on Tuesday.

Poplar run gathering community

The community is invited to lace up their sneakers and join a 4-mile walk or run up and down Poplar Avenue on Friday morning in celebration of Independence Day.

Mayor Jim Fulton and the new Board of Aldermen were officially sworn into office on Monday, June 30, at City Hall.

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