Alcorn County News

The National Weather Service in Memphis has declared the end of severe weather for the night. Authorities are urging residents to report any storm-related damage.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Storm Prediction Center has issued preliminary reports on this afternoon’s severe weather activity.

Several CTED officers have been promoted, reflecting their dedication to public safety and strengthening the agency.

Honors Night 2026 at Northeast Mississippi Community College recognized student achievements and dedication. The event highlighted the spirit and excellence of the Tiger community.

Mississippi officials are addressing a long-standing invasive species problem with a growing harvest program targeting Asian carp.

On April 25, communities across the country will hold a free event for the public to anonymously dispose of unused medications.

The National Weather Service has extended the slight risk for severe storms northeastward, with large hail and damaging winds as the main threats.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 9 p.m. CDT for parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky and Missouri, including northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel. Damaging winds and large hail are expected.

A supercell moving at 30 mph eastward is producing very large hail and is expected to impact northeast Arkansas within an hour, according to weather officials.

Jake Lesner, a student at North East Mississippi Community College, has earned his high school equivalency diploma through the college’s adult education program.