Alcorn County News

Cadet Class 69 celebrated its one-year anniversary with a reunion at the Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers’ Training Academy, honoring their dedication to community safety.

The president expressed support for Mississippi’s federal disaster declaration following May storms, according to a local official.

The National Weather Service has extended the heat alert in the Mid-South as temperatures remain high through Friday evening.

The National Weather Service’s virtual student volunteer program for fall and spring is now accepting applications. Interested students can learn more and apply online.

A level 1 of 5 risk for severe weather is expected Wednesday afternoon, primarily in northern Mississippi, with possible damaging winds and heavy rain.

MDWFP encourages residents to celebrate American shooting traditions this summer at their facilities, highlighting 250 years of marksmanship history.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety has announced the opening of a new Command Center aimed at improving coordination and communication during incidents.

The Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday begins July 10 and runs through July 12, offering tax-free shopping on eligible school supplies and clothing under $100.

Dana Jones, the former Prentiss city clerk, was arrested on charges of embezzling nearly half a million dollars from the city, according to the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office.