Alcorn County News

Phi Theta Kappa members from Northeast Mississippi Community College visited Washington, D.C., touring the White House and meeting with Senator Roger Wicker.

Students from Booneville, Wheeler, and Falkner participated in orientation at Northeast Mississippi Community College, gaining personalized support for their college journey.

A roller coaster of temperatures is forecasted this week, with record highs possible Thursday and a cold front bringing cooler weather by the weekend.

City of Booneville storm recovery crews will work along North and West College Streets on Tuesday, causing traffic delays and disruptions.

Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-80s by Thursday before a cold front drops highs into the 60s and 70s this weekend, according to forecasts.

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks biologists have been conducting electrofishing to gather data on fish populations and support hatchery efforts.

A virtual storm spotter training session will be held Thursday evening, March 26, by local weather officials. Details are available online.

Memphis experienced a sharp temperature decline after setting record high temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.

The Northeast Diesel program provides hands-on training in maintenance and repair of trucks, tractors, and heavy machinery, preparing students for high-demand careers.

Drivers in Booneville should expect delays on West College Street on March 24 due to storm debris cleanup, police say.