Author: Jon Myers

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of West Tennessee, with damaging wind as the main threat and the possibility of large hail.

A cold front is bringing cooler weather, but heat indices over 105 degrees persist in southern areas of the Mid-South, prompting a heat advisory.

While community members see flyers on power poles, linemen view them as safety hazards. Utility crews urge residents to avoid attaching notices to poles.

A nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis has led health officials to advise caution when handling fresh fruits and vegetables. Experts from the University of Mississippi Medical Center discuss causes, symptoms, and prevention.

The PJHS baseball team for the 2026-2027 school year has been announced. Students and staff congratulate the players on their selection.

The National Weather Service in Memphis issued an extreme heat warning as temperatures soar, alongside a marginal risk for severe weather overnight.

The final day of a multi-day heat event brought the highest temperatures yet, prompting health advisories across the area.

The Mid-South faced its hottest day of the summer so far, with cooler weather expected as days begin to shorten after the summer solstice.

Temperatures in parts of the region have pushed heat indices above 110 degrees, prompting health officials to advise caution outdoors.

The NOAA Weather Radio transmitter for Vale, Tennessee, will be offline this evening as severe weather is expected. Residents are advised to consult alternative frequencies.