Pontotoc News

Temperatures will stay hot and humid through the holiday weekend, with isolated thunderstorms possible in the afternoons, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday, with heat index values expected to reach 105 to 109 degrees. Increasing rain chances may offer brief relief.

A prolonged heat wave that started in late June is expected to persist through the upcoming holiday weekend, with temperatures remaining in the triple digits.

Jason Varnon will kick off a music event at Blake Mounce Memorial Park, according to organizers.

Jason Carter is currently performing at the park ahead of tonight’s fireworks display, which begins at 9 p.m.

Ecru held a community celebration Saturday night, culminating in a fireworks display. Local departments and vendors contributed to the event’s success.

Residents are invited to join a celebration in Pontotoc tomorrow as part of the country’s 250th anniversary festivities.

All food trucks are present, and activities for children are organized for a community gathering in Ecru tonight.

A summer event featuring live music, fireworks, and family-friendly treats is underway at Blake Mounce Memorial Park.

PEPA offices are closed today, but customers can call emergency numbers for outages or urgent issues. A dispatcher is available around the clock.