Author: Jon Myers

The National Weather Service has expanded the slight risk area for severe storms northeastward, with large hail and damaging winds as primary threats.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 9 p.m. CDT for parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky and Missouri, including northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats.

A supercell producing very large hail is moving at 30 mph eastward and is forecast to impact northeast Arkansas within the next hour, according to weather officials.

The Town of Ecru is inviting residents to post and tag photos from the T-ball season.

North Mississippi Medical Center has been acknowledged for its contributions to the community, highlighting its commitment to local outreach efforts.

The Mother’s Day Flower Crawl will take place May 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. in Pontotoc, according to event organizers.

Asia Sherron, a patient at the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders in Jackson, is well-loved by staff for her cheerful spirit during treatment for sickle cell anemia.

The Lady Trojan softball team is set to face New Hope at Lady Trojan Field. The game begins with junior varsity at 5 p.m.

A model projects how today’s level 1 out of 5 marginal risk of severe weather could unfold, with storms expected late afternoon into evening.

A slight risk of severe weather is forecasted for areas west of the Mississippi River, with large hail and damaging winds as primary threats.