Pontotoc News

A marginal risk for severe storms is in place for parts of the Mid-South on Thursday, with damaging winds as the main threat, according to weather officials.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a heat advisory and a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms this afternoon.

Hannah was born nearly four months premature, and her journey through the NICU left a lasting impression on her family and doctors. Now, 18 years later, they reflect on those early days.

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday for parts of east Arkansas, northwest Mississippi, and southwest Tennessee, with dangerous heat indices expected.

A SKYWARN weather training session will be held next week at Henderson City Hall. The event is open to the public.

Temperatures are expected to remain in the upper 90s to low 100s in Memphis as heat safety tips are advised.

The 32nd Bodock Festival is set to take place in Pontotoc, Mississippi, offering local festivities and entertainment.

A heat advisory has been issued for portions of the Mid-South on Tuesday, with an expansion expected on Wednesday, officials say.

Mississippi marks Labor Day by recognizing healthcare workers, educators, and others who support the community’s progress.

The company is closed on Labor Day to allow employees to rest. Emergency contact information remains available.