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Original red-and-navy graphic: Pontotoc County burn-ban notice from the Town of Ecru, Oct. 20, asking residents to avoid outdoor burning.
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Ecru alerts residents to Pontotoc County burn ban

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Original regional weather graphic: warm days, dry week and continuing afternoon fire danger, based on the Oct. 20 NWS Memphis outlook.
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North Mississippi weather: Dry week keeps afternoon fire danger elevated

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Navy and gold schedule graphic: Pontotoc at New Hope, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m., Trojan Field; Columbus senior night Oct. 30.
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Pontotoc heads to New Hope Oct. 23; senior night follows Oct. 30

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Original event graphic showing Harvest Walk, downtown Pontotoc, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 9 a.m., with the Chamber’s table reservation number.
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Harvest Walk set for Oct. 27 in downtown Pontotoc; candy tables invited

October 19, 2026 Jon Myers

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⚠️ There is a Code Orange Ozone forecast for Friday across the Memphis metro
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Code Orange Ozone Alert Issued for Memphis on Friday

September 18, 2026 Jon Myers

A Code Orange ozone forecast has been issued for the Memphis metro area on Friday, prompting health advisories for sensitive groups.

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Here are the latest key messages for the current heat wave
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Heat Wave Continues with Temperatures in the 90s and 100s

September 17, 2026 Jon Myers

A heat advisory remains in effect through Saturday evening as temperatures stay high into the weekend.

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It appears that the last week of September will be - you guessed it - warmer and drier than normal
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Last Week of September Expected to Be Warmer and Drier Than Normal

September 17, 2026 Jon Myers

The final week of September is forecasted to be warmer and drier than usual, with normal highs ranging from 79 to 83 degrees for the Midsouth.

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Be sure to come out and support our small business in Pontotoc!
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Pontotoc hosts fall open house to support local businesses

September 17, 2026 Jon Myers

Residents are encouraged to attend the fall open house in Pontotoc to support small businesses, organizers say.

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When it comes to an aortic dissection, every minute matters
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Time critical in treating aortic dissection, experts say

September 17, 2026 Jon Myers

Aortic dissection is a rare but deadly emergency that requires swift diagnosis and treatment, medical professionals warn.

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Photos from US National Weather Service Memphis Tennessee's post
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Heat Advisory Issued for Mid-South as Temperatures Reach the 100s

September 17, 2026 Jon Myers

Temperatures across the Mid-South are expected to stay dangerously high through the weekend, prompting a Heat Advisory.

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Hot temperatures remain through the weekend with heat indices exceeding 105° each day
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Heat advisory remains in effect through Saturday with temperatures above 105 degrees

September 16, 2026 Jon Myers

Temperatures are expected to stay high through the weekend, with heat indices surpassing 105 degrees daily. Authorities urge residents to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable populations.

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Ozone values for tomorrow in the Memphis Metro are forecast to be unhealthy for elderly individuals,
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Ozone levels in Memphis forecast to be unhealthy for vulnerable populations

September 16, 2026 Jon Myers

Forecasted ozone levels in Memphis are expected to reach unhealthy levels tomorrow, impacting the elderly, children, and those with respiratory or heart conditions.

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Who will win the battle of the year - Will we have more peanut butter or more jelly to donate to our
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Community Food Drive Seeks Peanut Butter and Jelly Donations

September 16, 2026 Jon Myers

Residents are encouraged to donate peanut butter and jelly to local food pantries in a friendly competition between the two staples.

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Photos from Pontotoc Electric Power Association's post
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Pontotoc Electric Power Association showcases lineman careers to students

September 16, 2026 Jon Myers

Journeyman lineman and apprentice speak to students about careers in line work, highlighting the partnership between PEPA and local schools.

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