Pontotoc News

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a fire danger statement due to dry air and breezy winds, urging caution outdoors.

After a short period of cooler weather, temperatures are set to climb back into the 80s, accompanied by dry conditions and wind, raising fire danger concerns.

Rehearsals for the upcoming production of ‘A Hairy Tale’ are underway at Pontotoc Community Theater, with performances scheduled for early June.

A multidisciplinary team at the University of Mississippi Medical Center used 3D technology and complex reconstruction to help Dawn Hoge regain her smile after cancer treatment left her without teeth and with a deteriorating jaw.

Pontotoc Electric Power Association held its annual event to acknowledge the hard work of its line workers, with local officials and TVA representatives in attendance.

Parents can register their children online or wait for paper forms this week. Payment options are available for the upcoming spring baseball camp.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety urges residents to beware of scam messages claiming to be from the department. Officials advise deleting suspicious texts.

Forecasters predict elevated fire risk in Memphis as humidity drops and winds pick up, prompting a fire danger statement.

Residents experiencing outages or emergencies are urged to contact designated numbers for assistance in Pontotoc and Bruce.

Teams are invited to register for a charity softball event with prizes and strict rules to ensure a family-friendly environment.