Alcorn County News

Meteorologists track intensifying storms bringing potential damaging winds and large hail to the region.

Officials are tracking a storm in eastern Lafayette County and are urging residents to stay alert. No injuries or damage have been reported yet.

Brady Crabb and Madelyn Long received the Larry & Trudys Tuckier Scholarship Endowment from Northeast Mississippi Community College.

The Mississippi Outdoors crew documents William Carr’s first turkey hunt in Quitman County, highlighting the mentorship and excitement that come with a first outdoor experience.

Mossy Oak Properties- Posey Land Company wishes everyone a great youth opening weekend, encouraging community participation.

Forecasters expect very large hail, over 2 inches in diameter, this afternoon and evening across parts of Arkansas and Mississippi.

The virtual spotter class scheduled for this evening has been canceled due to severe weather concerns. Rescheduling details are not yet available.

A cluster of storms over southwest Arkansas is forecast to move into the Mid-South within the next one to two hours, posing a risk of large hail.

A dense fog advisory is in effect until 9 a.m., prompting drivers to exercise caution and plan for extra travel time.

Ashley Schmidt, a sophomore at Northeast Community College, has received the Lois B. Jones and David R. Pace Memorial Scholarship. She plans to pursue her bachelor’s degree at UAMS this fall.