Alcorn County News

Northeast Mississippi Community College celebrated its Associate Degree Nursing graduates during a pinning ceremony at the Bonner Arnold Coliseum.

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast features marine biologist Marcus Drymon discussing shark depredation and its implications for Gulf Coast fisheries.

As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, experts advise caution in the sun, noting that today’s sunlight is as strong as late July.

Two students from NEMCC Gateway Youth program earned their high school equivalency diplomas, marking a significant milestone.

Sebastian Campbell, a graduate of NEMCC adult education at Corinth, has earned his high school equivalency diploma, according to the college.

A memorial ceremony in Mississippi honored officers who lost their lives in service. Families and community members gathered to pay tribute and remember their sacrifices.

Learn how to tie the Palomar knot, one of the strongest and simplest knots for fishing with braided line, in easy steps.

Dry and warm conditions are expected to continue through the weekend, with chances for rain increasing by midweek, according to forecasts.

Lows in the 50s are expected overnight, with patchy fog possible in northeastern Mississippi. Temperatures will climb back into the 80s Thursday.

Northeast Community College will host its graduation ceremonies from May 14 to 18 at the Booneville campus. The events will be streamed live for those unable to attend in person.