Alcorn County News

Northeast Mississippi Community College Adult Education program is set to hold its graduation ceremony on May 18, encouraging graduates to review important reminders ahead of the event.

Two students from NEMCC Adult Education night program recently earned their high school equivalency diplomas, marking an important milestone.

The Mississippi Department of Revenue is hiring and encourages interested candidates to apply before the deadline.

Mississippi State Auditor Shad White announced a new initiative to audit small agencies, boards, and commissions for wasteful spending and legal noncompliance. The project aims to identify inefficiencies across overlooked government offices.

Cayson Leathers, a graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College’s adult education program in Booneville, has earned his high school equivalency diploma.

The North East Mississippi Community College Adult Education graduation will take place May 18 at 6 p.m. in Bonner Arnold Coliseum. Graduates are instructed to register online.

Authorities advise caution over messages claiming to notify recipients of court dates or warrants, which may be scams.

The Prentiss County Landfill will be closed on May 14 to honor the late Kenny Vires, a longtime county employee. Routes will shift accordingly over the weekend.

Mississippians are often tempted to help abandoned-looking wildlife, but authorities recommend leaving young animals undisturbed.

A fire weather danger statement is in effect through 7 p.m. for areas north of the Tennessee-Mississippi border, citing low humidity and gusty winds.