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  • Friday football: North Pontotoc wins 22–15; Pontotoc falls 35–28
  • NWS flags elevated fire danger Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday in Pontotoc: market until noon, band send-off at 1
  • Pontotoc weekend: sunny skies; NWS expects fire danger to ease

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Oct. 24 final in Starkville: Oklahoma 23, Mississippi State 15; Bulldogs 4–3 overall and 2–3 in SEC play.
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Statewide football: Mississippi State falls 23–15 to Oklahoma

October 24, 2026 Jon Myers
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

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There will be NO trash pick up Monday
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Trash collection canceled Monday; pickup scheduled for Wednesday

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

Trash pickup scheduled for Monday has been canceled. Residents are advised to put out trash on Wednesday. Emergency services remain available by dialing 911.

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Our dreary and rainy pattern is expected to continue into the upcoming holiday weekend
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Rainy weather expected to persist through holiday weekend

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

A persistent rainy pattern is forecast to continue through the holiday weekend, prompting plans to be adjusted for outdoor activities.

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Photos from University of Mississippi Medical Center's post
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University of Mississippi Medical Center shares historic graduation photos ahead of 70th commencement

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

UMMC releases vintage photos from past commencements as it prepares for its 70th annual ceremony, highlighting decades of graduating classes ready to serve in health care.

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Construction projects bring excitement, but they also bring serious electrical risks
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Construction sites pose electrical hazards despite excitement of projects

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

Construction activities can be dangerous due to electrical risks. Safety officials emphasize precautions during Electrical Safety Month.

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Photos from Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street's post
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Pontotoc County hosts summer concert series at Gateway Pavilion

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

Brittany McGee & The Backroad Saints kick off this year’s summer concerts Thursday evening at the Gateway Pavilion in Pontotoc.

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WADE Inc. Recognized for Community Contributions in Pontotoc

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

WADE Inc. received recognition for its efforts to support the Pontotoc community, according to local officials.

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Bookends Wins Amex Shop Small Grant Program

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

Bookends has been awarded the Amex Shop Small Grant, highlighting its role in the local community and support for small businesses.

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A warm front will lift north tomorrow, potentially giving enough lift to a severe storm or two, main
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Warm front to bring potential severe storms to Tennessee River region

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

A warm front moving north tomorrow could trigger severe storms along the Tennessee River, with damaging winds and a possible tornado threat.

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A stalled front will bring daily chances for showers and thunderstorms throughout the next week
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Stalled front to bring daily rain, thunderstorms this week

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

A stationary front will lead to daily chances of showers and thunderstorms, with potential flooding in heavier downpours throughout the week.

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Patchy fog prompts caution on Tennessee morning commute

May 21, 2026 Jon Myers

Patchy fog is affecting parts of west Tennessee this morning, prompting drivers to slow down and increase following distances.

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