Alcorn County News

The Mississippi Public Safety Summit recognized outstanding individuals in law enforcement, firefighting, and prosecution, drawing more than 900 attendees this year.

The city of Booneville is installing 35 Axon Outpost license plate recognition cameras to improve safety in neighborhoods and parks. The technology aims to assist law enforcement in quick response and investigations.

The Department of Revenue in Mississippi has garnered praise from taxpayers, highlighting the efforts of its employees.

Invasive plant species are altering ecosystems across Mississippi, but management strategies can help restore native habitats, officials say.

The Disaster Service Center in Alcorn County will be closed until June 1. Residents are advised to apply for FEMA assistance online or by phone.

The Non-Profit Spending Dashboard allows the public to view taxpayer-funded organizations and their funding sources over the past five years.

Forecasters predict scattered showers and thunderstorms each day through the weekend, with some areas receiving up to 2 inches of rain.

Meteorologists forecast daily scattered showers and thunderstorms into the weekend, with some areas receiving up to 2 inches of rain.

Despite a decline over recent decades, some Mississippi residents still hear male bobwhite quail calling during breeding season. State biologists monitor these populations through call counts and public reports.

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program urges adults to take the first step toward a better future, emphasizing that it’s never too late to invest in oneself.