Alcorn County News

The National Weather Service reported no updates to the outlook area this afternoon, but a marginal risk for severe storms persists in parts of West Tennessee and the Missouri Bootheel.

An inmate at Alcorn County Jail was discovered unresponsive during routine checks Tuesday morning and was pronounced dead after medical personnel arrived. Authorities have launched an investigation.

Jaedin Jacques Hatchett received a 25-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in connection with a 2023 shooting in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Mississippi officials admit they cannot determine the total taxpayer money going to nonprofits. In response, a new online dashboard provides transparency for residents.

The college emphasizes a supportive community for students, encouraging them to become part of the ‘Tiger’ family for a sense of belonging and success.

North East Mississippi Community College will no longer participate in a round-robin event at Delta State and will instead host Coahoma in a non-conference doubleheader Saturday.

Students at Northeast Mississippi Community College connected with universities during Transfer Day, emphasizing the school’s commitment to student success.

The National Weather Service in Memphis advises taking safety precautions during lightning storms to prevent injury or death.

A stormy weather pattern is expected to return to the Mid-South, with chances of showers and thunderstorms through Saturday, forecasters say.