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Welcome to Leake County
Leake County is filled with attractions and activities that can keep you and your family entertained. There's plenty for everyone to enjoy!
Many Things to See
Leake County has a variety of interesting sites and scenery for the whole family to enjoy.
Have a legal matter? Find out where our local courts are and what legal problems they address.
Local Jobs Available
You may be unemployed or you may be looking for your first job. Perhaps you’re already working and are interested in a better job.
You have come to the right place.
Click here to visit our local employment page to find jobs advertised in the Leake County, Mississippi area.
Leake County is a great place to live and work.
Quick Links For Your Convenience
Need to pay a sewer bill, contact the police, read up on regulations? these and more can be found here. If you can’t find what you are looking for always feel free to contact us and drop us quick message.
New Residents
Welcome to Leake County! We are thrilled you have decided to make Leake County your new home.
Located in the heart of Central Mississippi, Leake County offers a little bit of everything: small town charm, big city amenities, natural beauty, and a vibrant culture.
Within our county are several popular tourist spots, including beautiful lakes, acres of park land, The Natchez Trace Parkway, Leake County Water Park, Coal Bluff Park and several historic sites.
News and Updates from Leake County
Leake County Order for Term Bids for 2026-2027
Leake County is advertising for Sealed Bids for the 2026-2027 Term Bids
Request for Bids on Drug Testing System
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Leake County, Mississippi will
received written sealed bids at the Office of the Leake County Chancery Clerk in the Leake
County Courthouse in Carthage, Leake County, Mississippi until 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the 5th day of November, 2026, with bids to be opened shortly thereafter, for the
purchase of the following:
Drug Testing System for the Eighth Judicial District Intervention Court
Maintaining and Updating of Appraisal Data for County’s Real and Personal Property Rolls
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Leake County, Mississippi will
received written sealed bids at the Office of the Leake County Chancery Clerk in the Leake
County Courthouse in Carthage, Leake County, Mississippi until 9:00 o’clock A.M. on
Monday, the 5th day of October, 2026, with bids to be opened shortly thereafter, for the
purchase of the following:
The maintaining and updating of appraisal data for the County’s real and personal
property roll in accordance with or equal to the Instructions to Bidders and specific
Chancery Clerk
Leake County Chancery Clerk Dot Merchant Office Phone: (601) 267-7371 Fax: (601) 267-6137 Email: dmerchant@co.leake.ms.us Office Hours Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Drug Court
Eighth Judicial District Drug Court Address 155 Main Street PO Box 279 Walnut Grove, MS 39189 Phone / Email Office Phone: (601) 253-2833 Fax: (601)
Circuit Court 8th District
The Circuit Court has original jurisdiction over all civil and criminal matters not vested exclusively in another court. Most Circuit Court cases are heard by