Alcorn County News

Tracey Barron, a practical nursing instructor at Northeast Mississippi Community College, received the institution’s Northeast Way Award for her dedication to teaching and student success.

The Northeast Tiger Band prepares for its annual band camp, scheduled for August 3-6, with students expected to rehearse and build team spirit for the upcoming season.

Residents are experiencing temperatures below 90 degrees for the first time this July, bringing relief from the usual heat.

Clouds and rain are expected to bring relief from summer heat in Memphis through midweek, according to the National Weather Service.

Storm chasers shared photos of shelf clouds during Sunday’s severe weather in Tennessee. Authorities urge caution during such conditions.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has canceled the Severe Thunderstorm Watch as the threat diminishes, though some storms remain in north Mississippi.

The NOAA Storm Prediction Center provided a summary of severe weather reports from earlier today. Authorities encourage public reports via a provided link.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of the Mid-South through 8 p.m. CDT, warning of damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain.

The National Weather Service has shortened the severe thunderstorm watch in northern regions but continues to monitor multiple counties through 8 p.m. CDT.

A few thunderstorms are moving across the Mid-South, with a severe weather warning in effect for parts of Southeast Arkansas, officials say.