Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 25, 2026: Scent-control guide covers hunting clothes and gear
Sunday’s Alcorn County roundup covers a new guide to scent-control laundry products, field sprays and hunting-gear preparation.
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NEMCC staffer joins statewide workforce convening panel
Northeast Mississippi Community College says Adam White joined the 2026 Ascent to 55% Convening to discuss career-aligned programs and workforce pathways.
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Trump Rally in Corinth Confirmed for Oct. 26; RSVP Required
The RNC confirms a Trump rally in Corinth on Oct. 26 at Crossroads Arena. Doors open at 2:30 p.m., Trump speaks at 6, and an RSVP is required.
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Prentiss County Deputies Seek Suspect in Shed Burglary
Prentiss County deputies seek Michael Wayne Wages, 58, in a shed burglary and county truck theft. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000.
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NEMCC Football Beats Pearl River 35-14 on the Ground
NEMCC football beat Pearl River 35-14 with five rushing touchdowns, improving to 3-5. The Tigers visit Coahoma on Saturday at 2 p.m.
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Prentiss County Schools Earn Fifth Straight A Rating
The Prentiss County School District earned its fifth straight A from the state; four schools got As, while two attendance centers earned Cs.
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Trump Reportedly Set to Visit Corinth on Oct. 26
President Trump is reportedly set to visit Corinth on Monday, Oct. 26, for a rally at the Crossroads Arena. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; he speaks at 6.
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Booneville Schools Earn B Rating; High School Gets an A
Booneville School District earned a B in the state’s revised accountability ratings, with Booneville High School receiving an A.
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Booneville Aldermen Cut Wheeler Drive Speed Limit to 20 mph
Booneville aldermen lowered the speed limit on East and West Wheeler Drive to 20 mph after residents complained about speeding near children.
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Corinth Halloween Costume Contest Returns; Entries Due Nov. 2
Gardner’s, Roger’s Supermarkets and the Daily Corinthian are again hosting a Halloween costume contest; email entries by 5 p.m. Nov. 2 for gift cards.
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Corinth Mayor Dance, Chief Tucker Sworn In for New Terms
Corinth Mayor Ralph Dance and Police Chief Landon Tucker took the oath of office Monday; aldermen will be sworn in Nov. 3 at 4:30 p.m.
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NEMCC Punter Sherman Named Conference Player of the Week
Booneville’s Daniel Sherman averaged 47.3 yards per punt and made all five extra points to earn MACCC Special Teams Player of the Week honors.
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Booneville Park Renamed for Coach Willie T. Jackson
Booneville aldermen voted unanimously to rename Sunflower Community Park for longtime coach and educator Willie T. Jackson, a 44-year career veteran.
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MPOWER College and Career Expo Set for Oct. 29
The third annual MPOWER College and Career Expo is Oct. 29 at Crossroads Arena in Corinth, open to students in four Northeast Mississippi counties.
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Northeast Mississippi Sales Tax: Corinth Up 4.1%
Corinth’s sales tax payment rose 4.1 percent in the state’s September report, while Booneville and Iuka dipped. See figures for 11 area towns.
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Corinth Man Gets 25 Years in Meth, Attempted Murder Case
A Corinth sentencing sends Bacarra Hill, 39, to prison for 25 years after guilty pleas to meth trafficking and attempted murder, with no parole eligibility.
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Corinth Schools Cut Chronic Absenteeism, State Data Shows
Corinth schools chronic absenteeism fell to 28.1 percent from 37.8 percent, per state data, with Corinth High showing the biggest improvement.
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Key Tronic Plans TP-Link Router Assembly in Corinth
Key Tronic signed a letter of intent with TP-Link to assemble Wi-Fi networking products in Corinth, with production possible as early as next year.
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Bernita Barnett Makes History as Mississippi Legion Commander
Bernita Barnett was sworn in July 2026 as American Legion Department of Mississippi commander, the first Black woman and second woman in the role.
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Corinth Police Urge Safe Fall Pranks as Halloween Nears
Corinth police chief Landon Tucker urges teens to keep yard-rolling safe and legal before Halloween and explains when a prank becomes a crime.
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