Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 18, 2026: Trail of Treats returns Tuesday; Corinth warmup forecast
Tuesday’s Trail of Treats plans, a Corinth warmup forecast and a local deer-feeder guide lead the Oct. 18 roundup.
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Trail of Treats Returns to Crossroads Regional Park Oct. 20
The Corinth Trail of Treats returns Tuesday, Oct. 20, to Crossroads Regional Park with 20+ vendors, live music and an expanded special needs hour.
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Booneville Ministry Offers Free Weekly Meal, Life Skills
A Booneville ministry that began as a community garden now serves a free Monday meal and teaches life skills to neighbors in need.
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Booneville Stadium Expansion Moves Toward Bids
Booneville schools will soon seek bids for a $1.7M stadium expansion adding seating for about 3,000 fans, due before May 2027 graduation.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 17, 2026: Corinth man convicted in federal case; Halloween costume tips
A Corinth man’s federal conviction, Halloween advice from a local cosplay judge and a guide to rechargeable hunting warmers lead the Oct. 17 roundup.
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Marathon Cheese Expansion in Booneville Adds 39 Jobs
The Marathon Cheese Booneville expansion is a $326,000 investment that will add 39 jobs at the Prentiss County plant, the MDA announced.
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Halloween Costume Tips from a Corinth Comic Con Judge
Corinth Comic Con judge Kerri Bland shares Halloween costume tips: dull shiny plastic, restyle wigs and shop cheap at dollar stores and thrift shops.
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Booneville Aldermen Approve Promotions, Seek $1M Grant
Booneville aldermen promoted two firefighters, approved police Tahoe equipment and will seek a $1 million grant for a historic building.
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Baldwyn Police Arrest 3 Men in Child Sex Crime Cases
Baldwyn police say three men face child sex crime charges in three separate cases, with bonds ranging from $5,000 to $1 million.
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Prentiss County Absentee Voting: Saturday Hours Set
Prentiss County absentee voting is open for the Nov. 3 election, with Saturday hours Oct. 24 and 31. See what’s on the ballot.
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Corinth Man Convicted in Federal Child Exploitation Case
A Pittsburgh federal jury convicted Corinth man Justin Lee Plunk in a child exploitation conspiracy. Sentencing is set for Jan. 26, 2027.
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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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Prentiss County Budget Keeps Tax Rate Flat at 65.7 Mills
Prentiss County supervisors approved the county budget and tax levy with no millage increase, holding the rate at 65.7 mills, the Daily Corinthian reports.
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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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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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Prentiss County Recovery Center Opens in Frankstown Oct. 20
The Shook Family Foundation will open a God’s House of Hope recovery site in Frankstown with a ribbon cutting Oct. 20. See the day’s schedule.
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Booneville Gas Billing Error: Customers to Owe Back Pay
Booneville says a rate formula error underbilled gas customers from Dec. 2024 to April 2026. Here is what the city says customers should do next.
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