Pontotoc News

A week of fluctuating temperatures is forecast, with potential record highs on Thursday followed by cooler weekend weather.

The Pontotoc Community Theater is staging ‘Treasure Island’ with a talented cast, including JoAnna Faulkner as Auntie Nan. Performances run this weekend with tickets available now.

A local production of ‘Treasure Island’ opens this weekend in Pontotoc, featuring a cast including seventh-grader Josie Clark Flake. Multiple performances are scheduled through Sunday.

Temperatures are expected to rise into the mid-80s by Thursday before dropping back into the 60s and 70s over the weekend, meteorologists say.

The town thanks local sponsors for supporting its T-ball, baseball, and softball programs.

Bidders can now place offers on a 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 through GovDeals’ surplus auction. Registration is free.

Buyers can bid on a 2018 Ford Explorer through GovDeals’ online surplus auction. Registration is free and bidding is open across multiple categories.

Residents and visitors are invited to a spring open house in Pontotoc on March 29, featuring shopping opportunities and community activities.

A nurse and former pageant winner credits her cancer diagnosis at 34 with inspiring her advocacy efforts. Now cancer-free, she promotes awareness about colorectal cancer and screenings.

A virtual storm spotter class will be held on March 26, marking the last session of the spring season, according to organizers.