Lighting myths debunked: What you need to know
Experts clarify common misconceptions about lightning safety, including the false belief that rubber tires protect against lightning strikes.
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A simple math trick can help you estimate how far away a lightning strike is by timing the delay between lightning and thunder.
Read moreCompany launches new customer portal for bill payments
The new customer portal offers a convenient way for customers to pay bills from home, company says.
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Pontotoc Chamber welcomes high school intern Bethany Roberts
Bethany Roberts, a student at Pontotoc City High School, joins the Pontotoc County Chamber of Commerce as an intern for the semester.
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South Pontotoc schedule adjusted for upcoming games
Changes to South Pontotoc’s sports schedule include new game times and rescheduled matches, with details provided for upcoming opponents.
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Mississippi marks Day 5 of Severe Weather Preparedness Week with lightning safety tips
As Mississippi observes Day 5 of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, officials emphasize lightning safety with the slogan, ‘When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors.’
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Ecru T-Ball League Opens Registration, No Birth Certificates Needed
Ecru’s T-ball league is accepting a few more players today. No birth certificates are required for registration.
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Temperatures Above Normal, Rain Expected in Memphis Area This Weekend
Above-normal temperatures will continue into next week, with rain returning this weekend. The heaviest rainfall is forecast for Saturday night.
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US Weather Service Offers Tornado Shelter Tips
The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, shares guidance on the best and worst places to seek shelter during a tornado.
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Rainfall forecast eases, but weekend still wet and stormy
Rainfall totals for the weekend are decreasing slightly, with expectations of isolated thunderstorms and a few loud claps of thunder.
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