Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 16, 2026: Schools receive grades under new scale; 4-H race Saturday
Alcorn and Corinth school grades, ACE Power mutual aid, Saturday’s 4-H race and museum photography winners lead the Oct. 16 local roundup.
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Crossroads Museum Photo Contest Winners Named in Corinth
The Crossroads Museum photo contest winners were announced in Corinth, with Stephanie Clausel taking Best of Show for her photo Legacy.
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Alcorn County 4-H 5K Set for Saturday in Farmington
The Alcorn County 4-H 5K honors Annalisa Laudadio for a tenth year Saturday, Oct. 17, at Farmington Heritage Park. Race starts 8:30 a.m.
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The 5 Best Budget Binoculars for Alcorn County Scouting
Five well-reviewed binoculars under $150 — from compact truck-console pairs to the benchmark Vortex Crossfire HD — for scouting Alcorn County deer country.
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Alcorn County ACE Power Crews Head to Alabama Outages
ACE Power is sending two crews to Brewton, Alabama, to help restore electricity after a hurricane, returning help the co-op received earlier this year.
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Alcorn, Corinth Schools Get First State Grades Under New Scale
The Alcorn School District earned a B and Corinth schools posted C grades in the first state ratings under tougher standards. See the school-by-school results.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 15, 2026: ACE Power targets year-end substation finish; farmers face dry fall
ACE Power outlines Corinth substation timelines as Alcorn farmers face dry conditions; schools, a prosecutor appointment and fire safety round out local coverage.
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Mississippi Fire Prevention Week Urges Safe Charging
Fire Prevention Week 2026 stresses safe charging of lithium-ion devices. Mississippi sees over 6,000 house fires a year, officials say.
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Alcorn County ACE Power Nears Substation Upgrades
ACE Power says its Corinth industrial substation should wrap up by year-end, with the downtown substation targeted for mid-to-late 2027.
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The 5 Best Chainsaws for Alcorn County Shooting Lanes
Before the rut hits, the saplings are back. These five well-reviewed chainsaws — from a sub-$100 electric to full-size Husqvarna Ranchers — clear Alcorn County shooting lanes fast.
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Corinth Students Try Careers With VR Headsets
Corinth and Alcorn County students are testing careers with VR headsets through Big Ideas USA, backed by a $17,500 grant and TVA partnership.
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Alcorn County Farmers Hit by Drought, Fuel Costs
Alcorn County farmers say a dry fall and high diesel prices are straining crops, pastures and livestock feed budgets, the Daily Corinthian reports.
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Jeremy Hudson Named Assistant District Attorney
Corinth’s Jeremy Hudson has been appointed an assistant district attorney in Mississippi’s First Circuit Court District, effective Nov. 1.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 14, 2026: Dance wins second term; Corinth man convicted in federal case
Ralph Dance wins Corinth’s mayoral election in unofficial returns; a federal conviction, housing approvals, police search and fall events round out local coverage.
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Corinth Man Convicted by Federal Jury in Child Sexual Abuse Material Conspiracy
Justin Lee Plunk, 39, of Corinth was convicted October 9 by a federal jury in Pittsburgh of conspiring to distribute and distributing child sexual abuse material for profit. Sentencing is set for January 26, 2027.
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Corinth OKs 10 New Washington Street Homes
Ten new Washington Street homes are coming to Corinth after aldermen approved zoning near 1217 Washington St., expanding the area’s redevelopment push.
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Corinth Music at the Yard Ends Season Thursday
Corinth Music at the Yard wraps its fall season Thursday, Oct. 15, with Tupelo duo Hannah+Karly at Trailhead Yard, 6-8 p.m. Free; outside food is welcome.
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The 5 Best Grunt Calls for Alcorn County Rut Season
Rut season is coming to Alcorn County. These five well-reviewed grunt calls — from classic tube calls to multi-sound monsters — give you the voice to call in a cruising buck.
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Alcorn County Burn Ban Ends, but Fire Danger Lingers
The Alcorn County burn ban expired Oct. 12 without an extension, but drought, 90-degree heat and gusty Friday winds keep fire danger high in Corinth.
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The 5 Best Halloween Party Supplies for Alcorn County Families
From a 150-piece tableware set to a ghost pinata, these five well-reviewed Halloween party supplies on Amazon have everything Alcorn County families need to host the class party, the church night, or the neighborhood crew.
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