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Special to the Herald To the citizens of Leakesville: I, Willie J. “Bill” Burley, would like to formally announce my candidacy for re-election to the position of Alderman for the Town of Leakesville. If re-elected, this will mark my seventh term serving in this capacity. I am blessed to be married to my wife of…

Special to the Herald A local woman who has represented her hometown and county on a variety of different stages is asking her friends and neighbors in the City of Leakesville to support her bid to represent them on the city’s governing board. McKay Bray, who is running for a position on the Leakesville Board…

From Staff Reports Charges against Drexler Dwight Johnson have been upgraded to capital murder in connection to the triple homicide that sent shockwaves through the State Line Community on New Year’s Day. According to a press release issued by District Attorney Angel Myers McIlwrath Friday afternoon, Johnson now faces three counts of Capital Murder for…

By Justin Glowacki, RHCJC February 27, 2025 KNOBTOWN—Each year, the small unincorporated community of Knobtown, Mississippi—home to fewer than 400 residents—welcomes thousands of visitors for its annual Black History Parade. Now in its 29th year, the parade has grown into a cherished tradition, bringing families together from across the country to celebrate Black history, unity…

Judge determines sufficient probable cause exists to move forward with Accessory After the Fact to Capital Murder From Staff Reports Drexler Johnson, the lone suspect accused of a crime so far in connection to the brutal killing of three area residents in a convenience store heist on New Year’s Day, will continue to be held…

From Staff Reports  (Friday, Jan. 10, 2025) A Greene County judge has ordered Drexler Johnson to be held without bond as he awaits a preliminary hearing on a charge of Accessory After the Fact of Capital Murder. Justice Court Judge Kerney Kittrell told Johnson during an initial appearance in Leakesville Friday afternoon that he was…

By RUSSELL TURNER Herald Editor Investigators are continuing to work around the clock to identify and bring to justice the person that took the lives of three local residents roughly six hours into the new year – as well as anyone who may be helping the killer avoid police. That was the latest word from…

Leakesville Elementary among schools touted by Lt. Gov. Hosemann for attendance success From Staff Reports A Greene County school was recognized recently when Lt. Governor Hosemann singled out 175 schools and 12 school districts across Mississippi for posting chronic absenteeism of 15 percent or less during the 2023-2024 school year. Leakesville Elementary School earned the…

By RUSSELL TURNER Herald Editor The Black bear population in Mississippi is growing and so are bear sightings around the state. Sightings in Greene County are growing too, but have been limited mostly to images caught on game cameras or animals encountered by motorists along local roadways. But, this past weekend provided the best evidence to…