Pontotoc News

Clinics across the state will be closed on Feb. 25, with elective procedures canceled. Emergency departments and hospitals will remain operational, and a triage line is available for patient calls.

Rain is expected to return later this week, bringing the potential for thunderstorms and up to an inch of rainfall in parts of the Tennessee River Valley, forecasters say.

A cold Tuesday morning gave way to warmer conditions expected Wednesday, with temperatures rising about 40 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.

A new tip suggests using an air fryer to make banana bread, promoting energy savings in the kitchen.

The Pontotoc High School Lady Warriors are set to face Kossuth in a game at 5 p.m. at Lady Warrior Field.

Pontotoc’s winning streak ended as Sumrall secured the Class 5A boys soccer championship with a victory in Germantown.

A cold front will bring temperatures 20 degrees below average Tuesday, with warming expected later in the week. Showers and thunderstorms are also forecast.

A virtual storm spotter training session will be held this week. Participants can learn about storm reporting and spotting procedures.