Pontotoc News

The Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Office advises residents to beware of fake pop-up messages claiming their bank accounts have been hacked. Authorities urge caution and direct communication with banks.

Patchy dense fog will impact areas near the Tennessee River for the next one to two hours, prompting caution for drivers.

Satellite imagery shows Tropical Storm Arthur near Texas, forecast to bring heavy rainfall to parts of the Mid-South within the next few hours, primarily affecting northern Mississippi.

A cold front and tropical moisture from remnants of Hurricane Arthur are expected to cause heavy rain and gusty winds Thursday, according to forecast updates.

Rainfall totals through Saturday are declining as Tropical Storm Arthur moves southeast, with the heaviest rains expected in northeastern Mississippi.

A Level 1 of 5 risk of isolated severe weather is expected this afternoon and early evening, with damaging winds and heavy rainfall as the main threats.

Residents gathered in Ecru for an evening of desserts and putt-putt golf, enjoying the community event.

The Pontotoc Lady Warrior basketball team is working to integrate new players with last year’s Final Four squad during the summer.

A leak on a main water line in downtown has led to water outages and pressure issues. Residents are advised to prepare for potential disruptions for several hours.

The Pontotoc Progress is offering a special deal on subscriptions in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, available until July 2, 2026.