Alcorn County News

Three officers with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks were promoted during ceremonies in August. The department commended their dedication to conservation and public service.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks and partners invite the public to a conservation event on September 10, 2026, at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.

The college’s Success Center has contributed to an increase in passing grades, underscoring its commitment to student support.

Northeast Mississippi Community College is hiring a full-time WIOA Gateway Youth Coach to serve multiple counties. Applications are open until Sept. 3, 2026.

The National Weather Service in Memphis encourages residents to prepare for fall weather with safety tips and resources available online.

An areawide heat advisory will be in effect from Friday morning through Sunday evening as temperatures remain high.

Jason Ray Dowse, a registered sex offender, was charged after investigators found he was not residing at his registered address during a compliance check.

Police in Booneville have closed South Smith Street and Cherry Street to traffic following a house fire. Authorities advise drivers to use alternate routes.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued ongoing heat advisories through the week, urging residents to stay safe in the heat.

An area of high pressure over the Mississippi Valley is expected to keep temperatures above normal through early September, with no signs of fall weather yet.