Alcorn County News

A rise in shower and thunderstorm activity is expected this evening into the overnight hours, with a flash flood threat in some areas, especially west of the Mississippi River.

Northeast Community College’s Certified Nurse Aide program provides accessible training options for those interested in healthcare careers.

Most of Mississippi faces a marginal threat of severe weather on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.

Lee Pender, a student at NEMCC Adult Education in Booneville, has earned his high school equivalency diploma, marking a significant milestone.

Temperatures are set to rise sharply this weekend, marking the start of an early summer heatwave. Residents are advised to stay cool and monitor the forecast.

Current college students can apply to join the National Weather Service’s summer volunteer program and work alongside meteorologists.

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to move through early Wednesday, with some potentially strong to severe. Heavy rainfall and saturated soils pose additional concerns.

Temperatures will stay below average through Wednesday before warming to the mid-90s by Monday, according to forecasts.

Mississippi officials have identified the cause of issues with some driver’s licenses not scanning at TSA checkpoints. Affected residents can get free replacements starting June 23.

Mississippi is accepting applications for Cadet Class 71. The deadline is Aug. 29.