Pontotoc News

Residents are encouraged to spend Mother’s Day shopping in Pontotoc on May 7, supporting local businesses.

Residents in the Mid-South are enjoying cooler weather as May starts, bringing relief from recent heat.

The Warriors fell in the opening game of their series at Lafayette. They will host the Commodores Saturday night at 7 p.m. for Game 2.

Rain is expected to develop overnight as dry air limits precipitation. Light showers are possible, but significant rainfall is unlikely before a dry, cool weekend.

A local observance of the National Day of Prayer is scheduled for May 7 at Town Hall, featuring guest speaker Bro. Drew Richardson.

Farm Bureau in Pontotoc has contributed to local efforts, supporting community initiatives.

Temperatures will stay cooler through the weekend with highs in the 60s and 70s, before warming next week, according to weather forecasts.

Participants are encouraged to join CoCoRaHS to mark the final day of the Rain Gauge Rally 2026. Rain gauge purchases are available online.

Survey teams identified damage consistent with an EF-0 tornado from Tuesday’s storms in Pollard, Arkansas, adding to the storm’s impact report.

The second-round Class 5A playoff game features Gameday against Lafayette on Wednesday evening at WV Brewer Field.