Alcorn County News

Students are scheduled to collect their caps and gowns from May 11 to 15 at designated locations and times.

Forecasters predict below-normal temperatures for the start of May, with highs in the 60s and 70s, before warming into the 80s by Sunday.

Old fields in Mississippi can be restored to support diverse wildlife with proper management. Experts recommend specific techniques to enhance habitat quality.

A tornado warning is in effect for Covington and Jones counties in Mississippi until 10:30 p.m. CDT, according to weather officials.

A tornado warning is in effect for Pike and Walthall counties in Mississippi until 11:30 p.m. CDT, according to the National Weather Service.

A tornado warning has been issued for Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Marion counties in Mississippi until 11:45 p.m. CDT, according to weather officials.

The Storm Prediction Center has downgraded the Day 1 outlook, with a small window for strong storms over the next two hours.

The cold front has passed, reducing the risk of severe storms in the region. However, lingering showers and flash flooding remain concerns through the evening.

Long-range forecasts project warm and rainy conditions for the Mid-South in the middle of May. Residents are advised to enjoy the cooler temperatures while they last.

Caleb Jakwon King pleaded guilty to fentanyl trafficking and was sentenced to 15 years in prison, with no possibility of parole, according to court records.