Pontotoc News

Temperatures will drop into the upper 70s and low 80s tonight through Tuesday, then warm up to near 90 degrees by midweek.

Most of Mississippi will remain dry Thursday, but northern areas could see a few showers. Temperatures will be cooler, with highs in the upper 70s and lower 80s.

Temperatures will cool slightly with minimal rain through Tuesday, but heat and humidity are expected to return later in the week amid increasing rain chances.

Heavy rain is expected across the Mid-South over the next week, increasing flood risks, forecasters say.

Leah Fields and Mary Alex Kakales, delegates from Pontotoc Electric Power Association, are exploring Washington, D.C., during their tour of national monuments and memorials.

Residents can purchase tickets at Town Hall to support the volunteer fire department. The event aims to raise funds for local emergency services.

The Pontotoc Chamber is accepting short video submissions for a talent event despite missed deadlines. Participants are encouraged to act quickly.

Officials are seeking reports from residents affected by Saturday’s storms, especially in specified red-outlined areas.

Rainfall today will lead to cooler weather through Monday, with highs at or below 80 degrees. Temperatures are expected to rise again by midweek.

Union County officials confirm all power has been restored following a recent outage. Residents are thanked for their patience.