Alcorn County roundup, Nov. 15, 2026: Frost forecast continues; shoebox collection opens Monday
A National Weather Service Memphis graphic shows drought conditions across the Mid-South as of Nov. 10. (Graphic: National Weather Service Memphis)
CORINTH — Frost remains in Corinth’s early-week forecast before a dry warming trend raises temperatures and fire concerns, according to the National Weather Service outlook reported Saturday. Meanwhile, Operation Christmas Child collection begins Monday, Nov. 16, at Farmington Baptist Church, and Alcorn County hunters are approaching the Nov. 21 deer gun-season opener.
Frost gives way to a dry warm-up
The Saturday outlook called for a low around 31 degrees Sunday night, Nov. 15, with frost after midnight, followed by sunshine and a high near 60 Monday. Monday night’s forecast also included a low around 31, with frost and patchy fog late. Forecast highs rise to about 68 Wednesday and 71 Thursday.
The weather service expected little prospect of a soaking rain over the following week, allowing drought to persist or worsen. Falling afternoon humidity could increase fire danger even with light winds. The report also noted that neighboring Tishomingo County’s burn ban extends through Nov. 19. These are forecast conditions, and readers should check for updates. Read the Corinth weather and fire-risk report.
Farmington Baptist begins shoebox collection Monday
Farmington Baptist Church, 84 County Road 106A in Corinth, is the Alcorn County drop-off site for Operation Christmas Child’s National Collection Week, according to Samaritan’s Purse. The church’s Monday hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 6 p.m.
Listed hours continue from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 17–20; 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 21; 8 to 10 a.m. Nov. 22; and 7 to 9 a.m. Nov. 23. The Christian relief organization’s project collects gift-filled shoeboxes containing items such as toys, school supplies and personal-care items. Gaston Baptist Church in Booneville and New Life Church in Iuka also have collection schedules. Confirm hours before traveling. Read the collection locations, schedules and packing information.
Deer gun-season opener approaches
Alcorn County News reported that the first deer gun-season segment opens Saturday, Nov. 21, and runs through Dec. 1, citing Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks season dates. The report explains differences between Alcorn County’s North Central Deer Management Unit and neighboring counties in the Hills Unit. Hunters should consult the department’s complete regulations and the rules for their specific hunting property before heading out. Read the season-calendar report.
Also published: predator-calling equipment guide
The site’s new shopping guide discusses five electronic predator callers, including FOXPRO, ICOtec and Primos models, with comparisons of remote controls, portability and decoy features. The guide discloses that the publisher earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. Read the Alcorn County predator-calling equipment guide.
This edition covers qualifying Alcorn County News articles originally published from 4:30 p.m. CST Nov. 14 through 4:30 p.m. CST Nov. 15, 2026.
