Alcorn County News

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 7 p.m. CDT for areas in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee, with large hail and damaging winds as primary threats.

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.

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.

Arthur Lee Barron, 43, was last in contact with family Feb. 27. Authorities seek public help in locating him.

People are reminded to set their clocks forward one hour as Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow morning.

The tornado warning issued for Issaquena and Washington counties in Mississippi has expired, according to the National Weather Service.

Rhonda Keenum, Mississippi State’s First Lady, told community college students how her PTK involvement at Northeast helped her reach a senior White House role during the Bush administration.

As youth turkey season begins, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks urges hunters to teach safe hunting practices to young hunters.

Lt. Stewart delivers an important fire safety message on I-20 West in Warren County amid changing conditions.

A maintenance department employee in Mississippi has been highlighted in a recent video. The feature aims to showcase local workers.

The State Financial Officers Foundation honored State Auditor Shad White and his office for their efforts revealing $400 million in waste across state government.

Laurie Kesler and Kim Smith from Northeast Mississippi Community College met with state officials to discuss workforce strategies and advocate for adult education funding.

Levi Lovelace from Tishomingo and Haven Alvis from Rienzi received scholarships from the Coke of Corinth Fund, supporting their educational pursuits at North East Mississippi Community College.

MDWFP honors its staff across various roles for their dedication to conservation and public service on National Employee Appreciation Day.

Four officers with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks were promoted to sergeant during a ceremony on March 2, 2026.