MEMA warns of strengthening Isaias, Gulf Coast under watch
MEMA says Isaias is strengthening as it nears the northern Gulf Coast, with storm surge and hurricane watches in effect.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 7, 2026: Isaias rain threat grows; symphony opens Sunday
Isaias could bring heavy weekend rain and gusty winds to Corinth; the symphony opens Sunday, and a free wildflower seed harvest is set for Oct. 13.
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MEMA warns Gulf Coast residents as Tropical Storm Isaias forms
MEMA shared National Hurricane Center key messages Wednesday morning on Tropical Storm Isaias, warning Gulf Coast residents about wind, storm surge and flooding risks.
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NWS Memphis says Corinth stays dry through Friday before weekend rain
Corinth stays dry through Friday before tropical rain chances arrive over the weekend.
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Corinth weather watch: cool midweek mornings before weekend rain threat
Corinth will have cool mornings through midweek, and officials are watching a Gulf disturbance that could bring heavy rain to north Mississippi.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 6, 2026: Fire danger persists; Farmington Road paving approved
Fire danger remains elevated ahead of possible weekend rain; supervisors approve Farmington Road paving, and Corinth assistance deadlines approach.
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Corinth Angel Tree Applications Due Friday at Salvation Army
Corinth Angel Tree applications are due Friday, Oct. 9, at 3 p.m. at the Salvation Army office on Lackey Drive. Here’s what families need to know.
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Farmington Road Paving Contract Approved in Alcorn County
Alcorn County supervisors awarded a $406,406 State Aid contract for Farmington Road paving, about a mile of work in the Second District, under estimate.
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Mississippi agencies flag October deadlines for dealers, tax filers and grants
Mississippi agencies issued October reminders for motor vehicle dealers, income tax filers and justice grant applicants.
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Iuka Public Library Hours Cut in Half; Supervisors Weigh In
Iuka Public Library hours were cut roughly in half Oct. 1 over county budget constraints, and Tishomingo County supervisors took up the issue Monday.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 5, 2026: Courthouse targets year-end finish; school enrollment declines
Courthouse work targets a year-end finish, school enrollment declines, Abe’s Grill reopens, and local coverage includes police, donations, weather and festivals.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 4, 2026: United Way golf fundraiser tops $30,000; scholarship tournament ahead
United Way reports more than $30,000 raised for local agencies; an MSU scholarship golf tournament, fall events and a free storm-spotter class lead the delayed Oct. 4 edition.
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Prentiss County Sheriff Warns of Utility Bill Scam Calls
Prentiss County deputies warn of a utility bill scam where callers posing as cable, internet and TV providers demand payment to avoid a shutoff.
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NWS Memphis says Corinth will keep cool autumn mornings through Friday
The National Weather Service Memphis Tennessee says Corinth will stay cool through Friday, with Tuesday morning the coldest stretch and highs warming later in the week.
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NWS Memphis says Corinth showers fade Sunday and SKYWARN training is Oct. 5
NWS Memphis says Corinth showers should end Sunday, and the office is hosting a free virtual SKYWARN class on Oct. 5.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 3, 2026: Arrest in Corinth shooting; anniversary concert canceled
Police announce an arrest in the Corinth shooting; the anniversary concert is canceled, Alcorn Central wins, and sentencing and scam warnings make local news.
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Prentiss County Sheriff Warns of Jury Duty Phone Scam
The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department warns of a jury duty scam in which callers posing as federal agents demand payment for missed jury service.
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Alcorn County roundup, Oct. 2, 2026: Corinth Theatre-Arts closes; shooting investigation continues
Corinth Theatre-Arts closes permanently, police investigate a shooting, and today’s roundup covers football, weekend weather and regional news.
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Rain chances return to Corinth with cooler weekend ahead
NWS Memphis says a cold front will bring rain chances back late tonight and Friday, with Corinth cooling into the weekend.
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NWS Memphis shares Corinth forecast, Tupelo SKYWARN class, drought outlook
NWS Memphis says Corinth turns cooler next week, Tupelo hosts free SKYWARN training, and rain chances rise across the Mid-South.
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