The housing shortage in Philadelphia is on the way out. Twenty permits have been released for the city of Philadelphia by the National Housing Agency.

A Neshoba County man was arrested on burglary charges after he allegedly broke into a neighbor’s house and stole video game equipment last week.

A Philadelphia drug dealer was arrested on drug and gun charges after a search warrant was executed at his Eastover Drive residence.

Severe storms swept through the area over Memorial Day weekend, downing trees and power lines and causing widespread damage across the city and county.

The ball field at Westside Park was officially renamed Leon Baxstrum Field on Sunday, May 18, in memory of one of the city’s most beloved community leaders.

Two Philadelphia brothers were arrested on drug charges last week when local law enforcement executed a search warrant at their residence in the 400 block of Samp Street.

• John Quintin Anderson, 36, of 791 New Housing Rd; public profanity, disorderly conduct, public drunk, obstructing traffic, disturbing the peace

Work began on Tuesday on two bridge replacement projects, resulting in significant traffic disruptions.

Highway 486 is currently blocked near Bloomo Junction after several trees and a power line fell across the roadway.

The annual Memorial Day Program will take place at the Ellis Theater on Monday, May 26, at 11 a.m.

Neshoba County General Hospital (“Neshoba General”) announces its intent to apply for designation as a Critical Access Hospital.

For over a decade, M28 Camps has been changing lives. Founded in 2012 by Eddie and Allyson Willis, the organization continues to grow while remaining rooted in its mission of discipleship.

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.

The 2026 Neshoba County Fair is moving to June to accommodate the early start of school, the Neshoba County Fair Association announced.

Choctaw Tribal members are being asked to showcase their talents at this year’s Choctaw Indian Fair.

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.

Philadelphia Athletic Club (PAC) owners Tyler Hardy, an occupational therapist, and Kathryn Comans, a physical therapist, are launching a new clinic called PAC Therapy.

• Angela Keif Babb, 40, of 7320 Hwy 488; possession of paraphernalia

Choctaw Central High School senior Kaegen Henry has been named STAR Student, and English teacher Stephanie Johnson is the STAR Teacher.  

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.