Corinth Mayor Ralph Dance Wins Second Term
Corinth Mayor Ralph Dance won a second term Tuesday with about 60 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results in a four-way race.
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State Auditor announces arrests in Guntown fraud case
State auditors say former Guntown officials were arrested in Jackson over alleged fraud tied to city billing.
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Corinth Police Search Highway 72 Smoke Shop
Corinth police served a search warrant at Mellow Smoke Shop on Highway 72 and seized suspected controlled substances. No arrests yet.
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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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Alcorn County EMA Seeks Technical Rescue Volunteers
Alcorn County technical rescue team: the county EMA is asking residents trained in rope, trench, swiftwater or confined space rescue to volunteer.
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Kossuth Volleyball Heads to First-Ever 3A State Final
Kossuth volleyball state championship bound: the Lady Aggies swept Belmont for the 3A North Half title and face Our Lady Academy Friday in Clinton.
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NEMCC, Delta State nursing students present projects at Destin conference
NEMCC said nursing presenters shared scholarly projects on education and practice at a conference in Destin, Florida.
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Brooks Grocery in Iuka Sold to Houchens Food Group
Brooks Grocery in Iuka has been acquired by Kentucky-based, employee-owned Houchens Food Group, but the store’s name, staff and leadership will stay put.
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Tishomingo County Fair Opens Tuesday in Iuka
The 2026 Tishomingo County Fair runs Oct. 13-17 in Iuka with free admission Tuesday and Wednesday, carnival nights, gospel music, a rodeo and pageants.
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Corinth Homecoming Week: Parade Thursday, Game Friday
Corinth homecoming week runs Oct. 12-16 with spirit days, a 5:30 p.m. parade Thursday and Friday’s 7 p.m. game vs. Tishomingo County at home.
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Alcorn County Burn Ban Set to Expire Tonight Amid Drought
The Alcorn County burn ban expires at midnight Oct. 12 with no extension posted, as severe drought and near-record heat persist in northeast Mississippi.
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Corinth Kratom Ban Takes Effect Immediately
Corinth’s kratom ban took effect immediately after aldermen adopted an emergency ordinance Friday at the request of Police Chief Landon Tucker.
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Brantley Gilbert Corinth Concert Set for Nov. 7
Brantley Gilbert Corinth concert: the Real American Tour hits Crossroads Arena Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. with John Morgan and Atlus. Ticket tips and arena schedule.
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ACE Power Crew Heads to Alabama to Help After Isaias
An ACE Power crew left Corinth Sunday for Brewton, Alabama, to help Southern Pine Electric restore power after Hurricane Isaias, a day after local outages.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 11, 2026: Corinth mayoral vote Tuesday; heat returns after scant rain
Corinth prepares for Tuesday’s mayoral vote as scant Isaias rain gives way to heat; Saturday outages, a business honor and new local shopping guides round out the news.
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Corinth Beautiful Business of the Month: The Carriage House
The Carriage House, a Corinth vacation rental owned by Tammi Frazier, is named the Corinth Beautiful Business of the Month for October by The Alliance.
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NEMCC Volleyball Sweep Caps Fall Break Homestand
NEMCC volleyball sweep: the Tigers served 14 aces to beat Freed-Hardeman JV 3-0 in Booneville, moving to 12-15 before a trip to Pearl River on Wednesday.
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Isaias Rain Falls Short in Corinth as Record Heat Returns
Isaias rain in Corinth totaled just 0.42 inch, short of the 1-2.5 inches forecast. Near-record highs in the low 90s are expected this week amid severe drought.
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Corinth Mayor Election Tuesday: Where and When to Vote
The Corinth mayor election is Tuesday, Oct. 13. All city voters cast ballots 7 a.m.-7 p.m. at City Hall, 300 Childs St. Four candidates are on the ballot.
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Prentiss County Burglary: County Work Truck Stolen From Shed
Prentiss County burglary: a man stole batteries and a white 2007 Ford F-150 work truck from a supervisor district shed on CR 8311 early Saturday.
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