Alcorn County News

A new report from Mississippi’s State Auditor reveals over $10.5 million in taxpayer funds were used for Medicaid services for illegal immigrants over three fiscal years.

Students at Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program spent time practicing interview skills ahead of upcoming mock interviews. The session focused on etiquette, handshakes, and tying ties.

Mississippi’s black bears, once nearly extinct in the state, are on the rise thanks to decades of protection efforts and habitat management.

Conservation efforts, driven by hunters and landowners, have helped black bears return to Mississippi. The state continues to benefit from habitat restoration and historic conservation programs.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an update warning of an increased tornado risk today amid rising supercell activity.

Forecasters warn of ongoing severe weather in Calhoun County and potential supercell development in Missouri and Arkansas.

A tornado watch is in effect for portions of Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee until 11 p.m. CDT. Additional watches are expected later for southern areas.

The 2026-2027 Tiger Ambassador application is open until May 1. Students are encouraged to apply now.

The company’s offices are closed today in observance of a state holiday and will reopen Tuesday, April 28.