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Oct. 23 football finals: North Pontotoc 22, South Pontotoc 15; New Hope 35, Pontotoc 28.
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Friday football: North Pontotoc wins 22–15; Pontotoc falls 35–28

October 24, 2026 Jon Myers
Saturday Oct. 24 elevated fire danger, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; NWS advises avoiding flames and sparks, keeping vehicles off dry grass and obeying local burn bans.
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NWS flags elevated fire danger Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

October 24, 2026 Jon Myers
Saturday Oct. 24 in Pontotoc: farmers market 8 a.m.–noon at 25 West Jefferson Street; PHS Warrior Band send-off 1 p.m. at The Square.
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Saturday in Pontotoc: market until noon, band send-off at 1

October 24, 2026 Jon Myers
Pontotoc Oct. 24–25 forecast: sunny, highs 78 Saturday and 76 Sunday; regional morning fog possible and fire danger expected to ease Saturday.
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Pontotoc weekend: sunny skies; NWS expects fire danger to ease

October 23, 2026 Jon Myers

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Heads up! If you're in NE AR or the MO Bootheel, you may see a cold air funnel today
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Cold air funnel possible in NE Arkansas and Missouri Bootheel today

May 29, 2026 Jon Myers

Residents in northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel are advised to be alert for the potential formation of a cold air funnel today.

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Radar update: 1:20 PM...Watching a lone cell move into the Memphis Metro right now
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Severe Thunderstorm Moves Into Memphis Metro

May 29, 2026 Jon Myers

A lone thunderstorm cell is currently moving into the Memphis area, producing lightning, small hail, and gusty winds up to 30 mph, according to radar updates.

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Pontotoc invites talent submissions ahead of July 4th celebration

May 29, 2026 Jon Myers

Residents are encouraged to submit 30-second videos showcasing their talents by June 1 for a chance to participate in upcoming Independence Day events.

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Take a few minutes to check for drafts around your windows and doors!
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Homeowners encouraged to check for drafts around windows and doors

May 29, 2026 Jon Myers

Experts recommend taking a few minutes to inspect windows and doors for drafts to improve energy efficiency and reduce heating costs.

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A major gift from Trustmark is helping UMMC move closer to building a new cancer care and research f
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Trustmark donation advances UMMC’s new cancer care and research facility

May 29, 2026 Jon Myers

A significant gift from Trustmark is helping the University of Mississippi Medical Center progress toward constructing a new cancer care and research center to serve patients statewide.

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Here is the HRRRs depiction of shower and thunderstorm development this afternoon and evening
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HRRR model predicts afternoon thunderstorms across the region

May 28, 2026 Jon Myers

The High-Resolution Rapid Refresh model shows showers and thunderstorms developing this afternoon and evening. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas.

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1PM CDT 📡Radar update....Scattered showers and thunderstorms continue to blossom across the area
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Scattered showers and thunderstorms persist across the region

May 28, 2026 Jon Myers

Slow-moving thunderstorms are bringing heavy rain and the risk of flash flooding, weather officials say.

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We have a Slight Risk for excessive rainfall mainly over NE AR through tomorrow morning
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Northeast Arkansas faces slight risk of excessive rainfall through Tuesday morning

May 28, 2026 Jon Myers

Multiple bands of heavy rain are expected in northeast Arkansas, with coverage increasing into the afternoon, authorities warn.

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Ecru utility bills were mailed Tuesday
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Ecru utility bills mailed, due June 10

May 28, 2026 Jon Myers

Utility bills for Ecru residents were mailed Tuesday and are due by June 10, according to local officials.

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Support Volunteer Firefighters by Buying Raffle Chances

May 28, 2026 Jon Myers

Encourage community support for volunteer fire departments by purchasing chances in upcoming fundraisers. Social media posts may be limited or deleted, affecting visibility.

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