Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 15, 2026: ACE Power targets year-end substation finish; farmers face dry fall
ACE Power hopes to complete its industrial substation in Corinth by the end of 2026 as it works to improve reliability for nearly 20,000 area customers, according to Alcorn County News’ reporting based on the Daily Corinthian. A separate downtown project is targeted for mid-to-late 2027.
Stock image of an electrical substation. (Photo: Pexels)
The latest local coverage also examines pressure on farm budgets, career exploration in schools, a prosecutor’s appointment and fire prevention.
ACE Power outlines two construction timelines
The industrial substation between Mi Toro and Lowe’s has been in progress for about five years; the downtown project has been underway for about four. ACE Power CEO Sean McGrath said the cooperative is working to reduce outages through a long-range reliability plan. Customers can call 662-287-4402 with questions. Read the substation report.
Dry conditions and diesel costs strain farmers
Alcorn County farmers say limited rainfall and higher diesel prices are increasing production costs, the Daily Corinthian reported in coverage summarized by Alcorn County News. Slower pasture growth and reduced hay supplies have led some livestock producers to buy hay from outside the area and add supplemental feed. Some earlier-planted crops are yielding well, the report said, while limited irrigation leaves much of the county dependent on rainfall. Read the farming report.
Students explore careers through virtual reality
Big Ideas USA’s career program visited Corinth High School Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 13–14, and was scheduled to continue at the Alcorn Career and Technology Center Thursday, Friday and Monday, Oct. 15, 16 and 19. A $17,500 grant supported participation, with the Toyota Wellspring Education Fund at the CREATE Foundation, TVA and community partners involved. The high school activities offered 26 tasks reflecting local industry, according to the Daily Corinthian report summarized by Alcorn County News. Read about the student program.
Hudson to join district attorney’s office Nov. 1
Corinth attorney and businessman Jeremy Hudson will begin work as an assistant district attorney Nov. 1, according to an announcement from District Attorney Jason Herring’s office reported by the Daily Corinthian. Hudson, a Corinth High School graduate and former newspaper reporter, will serve the seven-county First Circuit Court District, which includes Alcorn County. Read about the appointment.
Fire safety campaign focuses on charging devices
Alcorn County families are being reminded to use the charger supplied with a device, stop using damaged or overheating batteries and avoid charging on beds, couches or beneath pillows. The Fire Prevention Week campaign also encourages testing smoke alarms and practicing an escape plan, according to Alcorn County News’ coverage based on the Daily Corinthian. Read the fire safety reminders.
Shopping guide: chainsaws for hunting-season preparation
The site also published a chainsaw buying guide for Alcorn County shooting lanes, comparing gas, battery and corded options. The guide contains affiliate links; the publisher earns commissions from qualifying purchases.
This edition covers qualifying Alcorn County News articles originally published from 4:30 p.m. CDT Oct. 14 through 4:30 p.m. CDT Oct. 15, 2026.
