Pontotoc News

The town of Pontotoc hosted an event filled with smiles and treats to thank its customers, according to organizers.

A $1.5 million donation from Friends of Children’s Hospital will fund renovations to enhance mental health care for children at Children’s of Mississippi.

St. Martin High School will host a game against Oxford Chargers on Saturday at 10 a.m. in mild weather conditions.

A reinforcing cold front will cross the region Sunday night, bringing rain and significantly cooler temperatures for the start of the workweek.

A $10 million gift from the Bower Foundation will fund a new facility for the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute, aiming to enhance cancer care and research statewide.

The company invites community members to celebrate Customer Appreciation Day this Thursday with ice cream sandwiches at its Pontotoc office.

The last spring 2026 storm spotter training course will be held in Jonesboro, Arkansas, on Saturday at Valley View Church of Christ.

A cold front Sunday will lower temperatures across the region, with lows in the 30s Monday and widespread freezing conditions Tuesday morning.

The Pontotoc Community Theater will present ‘Treasure Island’ from March 27 to 29, 2026. Tickets are now available online.

A local restaurant is serving a special lunch deal featuring smoked steak tacos with sides today for $11.49.